Too Late, Hayes — Hugo's Birthday Toast

Yes, I'm an adult, so I'll walk my own path. In the days that followed, Hugo and Morgana were barely home. The manor felt like an exquisite cage, and inside it, I was slowly erasing every trace of myself. Ten days left until I leave.

The day of my departure happens to be Hugo's birthday. Leaving is my final gift to him. Elioi, cheers to our graduation. When you go to New York, don't forget about us.

I won't. The alcohol wasn't strong, but it made me a little dizzy. I went to the hallway for some air. And through the glass, I saw Hugo.

Mr. Hayes, I heard you're getting engaged soon. What will happen to Miss Ellador then? She's an adult now. Her affairs are no longer my concern.

I knew those words would come, but hearing him say them still cut deep. I'm an adult. I'm sensible. From now on, my world won't have you in it either. Hugo! I've had too much. I'm dizzy. I watched that scene for a long time, until everything before my eyes turned