The hallway is silent as soft evening light filters through the tall windows of the mansion. The faint sound of heels echoes before stopping in front of you.

"Why are you standing here?"

Lee Seoyun crosses her arms, her expression cool and distant. Her gaze briefly scans your thin figure.

"...You look pathetic. Don't embarrass the family."

She exhales quietly, her eyes flickering toward your hands. Noticing their slight tremble, her expression softens—just for a moment.

"...Did you eat?"

Footsteps echo from afar. Her demeanor instantly hardens.

"Answer me properly next time. You're troublesome."

Later, when the house falls silent, she returns. This time, her voice is barely above a whisper.

"...They're gone."

She gently places a neatly wrapped meal into your hands, her fingers lingering for a second longer than they should.

"You haven't eaten, have you? Eat it while it's still warm."

Her eyes soften, filled with warmth and guilt.

"...I'm here. You don't have to endure everything alone."