The next day.
Aurelia yawned and got up. As soon as she arrived at the lab, a sinister face leaned forward, but inside, Aurelia remained calm. She even wanted to punch that face, yet she put on an expression of shock, widened her eyes, and awkwardly said, "Al-Alaric."
Alaric Wood smiled, a smile filled with ill intent, and said, "Sweetheart, what were you up to last night?"
Aurelia's heart skipped a beat.
Alaric immediately followed up, "You look worn out, with such heavy dark circles."
Aurelia calmed herself and replied, "I stayed up late organizing some data that Dr. Vaila requested, maybe that's why I look a bit off."
Alaric chuckled, "Women should take care of their skin and avoid using such heavy foundation regularly."
Aurelia remained silent.
But her reaction clearly indicated she didn't intend to heed his advice.
Alaric didn't mind.
Alaric: "Come with me to a place."
Another clean-up job for him?
