That evening, all the nervousness and anxiety I felt prior to falling asleep had disappeared completely. It was as though I had accepted that it was inevitable that I leave the Florentino Household with Creed, the frightening lieutenant of the Order of Heart. I couldn't run away because that was a very stupid idea and I couldn't refuse to leave with him on the account that it was also a very stupid idea. I had accepted the responsibility that was heavy on my shoulders and I had to go through with it.
A small case was provided for me so that I could put in some clothes for the night. I wouldn't be gone for long so there was no need for me to take much. I clutched the handle of the case with all the strength from one hand while I used the other to open the door. The sun had already set and
