"Sir Gray… are you sure we're allowed to go out today?" Eli's voice, which was barely audible, sounded. He lightly tugged the hem of Gray's shirt as he looked up at him.
Gray, who was walking, stopped at once.
He lowered himself slightly so he was closer to Eli's height. He smiled gently and nodded.
"Yes, Eli," Gray said softly. "It's all been approved. Mara made sure of it. You don't have to worry."
Eli hesitated for a bit. His fingers were still clutching Gray's shirt.
"They really won't get mad?" he asked.
Gray shook his head. "No one will get mad, Eli. You're just going out for the day. We'll also be back before dinner, alright?."
Eli looked at Mara, who was standing a few steps away. She smiled at him too to reassure him. However, for some reason, Mara's smile looked a little stiff.
"It's okay, Eli," Mara muttered in a sweet and soft voice. "We'll be with you the whole time, alright?."
"Alright…" Eli finally nodded, slowly relaxing now.
