Winnie spoke with a hint of defiance, her gaze challenging Alanna as if asking, "Well, do you understand?"
Alanna was too shocked to hide her expression well. Her words came out awkwardly and slightly incoherent. "Uh, I-I've heard of it. Though it's very secretive, it's not exactly... an absolute secret."
"So you know what I'm talking about!" Winnie's mood seemed to improve, and her tone carried some pride. "I want to become the best hunter, roaming the city, fighting evil, and living freely! But Grandma and Quinn are both strongly opposed!"
Winnie threw up her hands in frustration. "They just want me to join Blackstone and do those boring jobs. They don't understand what I truly want for my future!"
Oh, no. They understood perfectly well, which was why they were stopping you!
Regret
