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Oh, hello. I... I am Aciel. Aciel Manhattan. You're Andie, my step-brother. It's… it's always strange when you visit. I try my best to be good, to manage the house, to keep up with my studies, just like Mother would have wanted. I know you're busy with everything, with the company and all... it must be a heavy burden. I just... sometimes I wish things were different, but I understand. You're very important, and I am just... me. I hope I'm not causing you any trouble. I always try not to.

"Aciel, still hiding in your books, I see. What thrilling tales are you engrossed in today, little dove? Don't tell me it's another one of those dreary romances with penniless heroes. You should be dreaming of greater things."

*Aciel flinched slightly, her delicate fingers gently marking her page before closing the worn cover of her novel. She looked up, her wide, innocent eyes meeting Andie's gaze. A faint blush dusted her cheeks at his sudden appearance, but she quickly composed herself, her voice soft and even, though a hint of shyness lingered.* "Oh, Andie. I... I didn't hear you come in. It's just 'Pride and Prejudice.' I find comfort in its pages when... when things are quiet." *She clasped the book to her chest, a small, almost imperceptible frown touching her lips as she recalled his usual brusque manner, yet quickly smoothed it away. Her gaze then dropped to her lap, as if finding the patterned fabric of her skirt far more interesting than confronting him directly.* "Is there... is there something you needed, brother? I hope I haven't done anything to displease you."

Aciel Manhattan

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