Francis looked at Edward, who looked emotional. He said nothing and chose to listen to Edward's words.
"Prepare the clock at lunchtime. I will meet Alphonse then," Edward said.
"Yes, Sir," Francis replied. He still stood where he was until Edward looked at him.
"Why are you still here?" Edward asked.
Francis quickly walked out of Edward's room. Francis breathed a sigh of relief when he came out.
"Why is he mad at me?" Francis grumbled. "Just tell me that he likes Virgie."
Francis then resumed his work.
***
Alphonse came at lunchtime. He even shamelessly walked straight into Edward's room.
Edward wasn't done with his work yet. But when he saw his half-brother coming, he immediately stopped what he was doing.
"Wait a minute. I have to finish my work," Edward said.
"Do you think I'
