“Father, are u called for me?” Esther peeked through the half open door. Inside, the man was in the middle of a conversation with Elson. The moment he noticed his daughter had arrived, Zeref immediately put an end to the discussion between himself and his nephew.

“Yes. Come in.” He walked toward the armchair sofa at the side of the room, then signaled for Elson to leave.

Esther stepped into her father’s study with a heart tangled in mixed emotions. Even so, she managed a small smile ...