Since the day Astrid returned from the library, Lyra noticed that she seemed busier than before.
The third princess, who used to return to the dormitory to rest after class, now frequently shuttled between the library and occasionally left the academy during free time to return to the palace with Elise to meet His Majesty.
As a contributor to the Empire Weekly and a freshman at the Elizabeth Academy of Magic, Astrid's busy schedule was within Lyra's expectations.
As Astrid's workload increased, their time together drastically decreased. Sometimes, apart from attending classes, meals, and bedtime routines, they hardly saw each other.
Although Lyra felt a bit down about the reduced communication with Astrid, her purpose for coming to the academy wasn't for romance. Academics naturally took precedence.
After a brief period of uncertainty, Lyra adjusted her mindset and continued her rigorous training.
