Tiane resided in another grand manor in the town.
"Geese" I grumbled to myself "Doesn’t anyone live in normal-sized houses around here?"
I made my way up the stairs and knocked on the door, which opened after a brief wait, revealing Tiane’s father.
"Oh hello, Etamina" He greeted me.
"It's Mina" I corrected him, slightly amused.
He chuckled "Sorry about that! How can I assist you? Is your mom with you?"
"No," she replied, noticing the slight disappointment on his face. "I was just wondering if Tiane was home."
"She’s in the cellar developing her photos. Let me call her; come on in" He said warmly.
"Thanks," I replied softly.
Mr. Archer pressed the intercom button, saying, "Ti, Mina’s here to see you."
"Coming!" Tiane's voice crackled through the speaker.
"She’ll be up shortly. Wo
