“…If ever the duties of being an heiress become too much to bear, you’re always free to relinquish them. I would be more than happy to take them up.” Hermione stares at her sister, satisfied with her work. Then, she turns away, to leave the young woman alone with her thoughts.

“…I can’t do that Hermione.”

The girl glances back for a brief moment. Aurelia is staring down at the floor with a sad smile.

“I can’t let you take up that responsibility.”

…Tch. Hermione turns, and continues walking away, her shoes clacking against the cold marble floor.

>Would you like to prepare any plans for the upcoming party?