Annabelle was waiting for Eva's answer about what qualities she found appealing in her brother. Her main concern was still that Eva truly had her heart set on him, and if that was the case, she would at least be able to support them with a relieved heart.
And Eva? Now the center of attention for both siblings, she paused to consider her words, as she had her own thoughts about Christian, after all. But, after considering the very root thing that had drawn her to him in the first place, and setting aside her current feelings, she finally spoke with a voice filled with conviction.
"Well, he is special."
'If anyone's going to confess first, it should be the man, right?'
'Not to mention, this setting is the farthest thing from ideal for making one.'
While Eva thought to herself that she had handled the question pretty well, Annabelle, hearing her answer, which she sensed was actually filled with many emotions, was initially a little surprised. Still, she waited.
She waited to see what would follow after mentioning the word "special," but noticing her sudden silence and then the expression on her face, indicating that this was all she intended to say, left Annabelle feeling a bit irritated.
After all, if Eva hadn't raised her expectations with the word "special," it might have been easier to let go. But now, not knowing the full answer left Annabelle feeling somewhat uncomfortable, unsatisfied, even, like an itch that wouldn't stop bothering her.
'What kind of answer is that?'
Christian, sharing Annabelle's lingering doubt over Eva's vague answer, also couldn't help but complain a little internally, as Eva still didn't elaborate in the end and instead asked a question in return.
"If we're satisfying our curiosity, then I'm also curious about the relationship between you two. After all, not all siblings are like this."
Eva looked directly at Annabelle as she asked her question, then followed up in a light tone.
"It's just that my relationship with my younger sister doesn't seem as close as yours."
Depending on Eva's response, she was prepared to say more, wanting her to show some genuine enthusiasm rather than simply changing the topic.
'Ehh, but sister, why don't I remember what our parents told us to do and not to do?'
Christian at the side was questioning his sister internally, as he just remembered how excessively kind their parents were. Still, he felt that bringing up upbringing in front of Eva was a misstep, as she was Olivia's mother, not an older sister. Just a quick glance at Eva also made him confirm his suspicious, as she seemed a little provoked? But he decided to stay quiet. Explore more stories with m,v l'e-novelhall.net
"You mean it's the influence of the parents?"
Against Eva's slightly sharp question, Annabelle replied calmly.
"That's when the son or daughter is still a child. When they grow up, they develop their distinct personality, their own belief, and the influence of their parents becomes much less significant."
"So, it will then depend on the efforts of either party, on.."
Annabelle still wanted to continue, but Eva suddenly interrupted.
"Of course, I did my best efforts. I even..."
And wanting to repay her back, she interrupted her in return.
"Did you try hard to get along with her but still failed?"
"Or was it just you feeling that it seemed a little hard to get along with her?"
While Annabelle continued to challenge Eva, whether unknowingly or now knowingly, Christian felt as if he should grab some popcorn; it was just too exciting to watch.