ca-book Chapter 2 The Sun Is Dying
Chapter 2 The Sun Is Dying
[Terran Star, Modern Era Year 2212]
"Home, hmn?" A soft velvety voice uttered as she listened to the sound of newscasters reporting news after news of criminal cases, scandals, and natural disasters.
Dainty hands raised the electronic tablet and, after a finger pressed the screen, the display on the screen changed with a click.
[BREAKING NEWS: The Terran Cosmic Re
It felt like she was submerged in cold water, and she immediately went to the Headquarters and demanded an answer.
She almost had a miscarriage at the time and could be said to be the worst day of her life so far.
She did not even know she was pregnant.
Fortunately, her brother was next to her and she was taken to hospital in time for treatment, otherwise, she'd have followed her family to the grave.
After recovering, she and her brother spent most of their business profits finding out the news, tapping several illegal channels by the way.
Eventually, their reporter friend hinted at some clues. However, it was extremely difficult to get news without risking life.
Her brother helped her control public opinion, slowly revealing the clues they had and eventually, the government gave in to public pressure. The answer was frankly not something any one of them had expected.
An odd fluctuation in space was discovered months ago, and weird animalistic monsters came out in droves.
There were a total of 300 soldiers from 10 countries that went on that mission.
But not a single one returned.
Not even a piece of the dozen tanks and bombers they sent were seen.
No one still knew what happened.
Shortly afterward, the sun's problem was confirmed, and it got more difficult to get an answer from the government. She and the other families funded their own searches but to no avail.
Now, the sun's problem exploded—no pun intended—and this problem had been completely set aside.
Just like that: Other than their families and friends, no one remembered those missing soldiers anymore.
"I'm sure the master is fine." Nanny said, "He will definitely come back to you." And she said so with certainty.
Although the madam's husband was often away, her experienced eyes could see how much that man loved his wife.
He was the type of man who could jump off a cliff if she wanted a flower hanging dangerously on the side.
It would break the madam if the husband was confirmed to be gone. Right now, she and the girl just firmly believed that he was fine somewhere.
"Hmm." Althea hummed. And although her tone seems non-committal, her bright eyes expressed her firm belief. Then, she turned her head to the older woman. "I'm glad you're here, nanny."
Althea said so sincerely. This woman had basically raised the three of them because their parents were often busy with their careers.
Now that their parents were dead, her husband was also missing, and her brother would inevitably have his own life…, she didn't know what would happen if Nanny wasn't here.
The older woman smiled warmly. It was at this time that they heard the digital lock sound from the main door, they simultaneously turned their heads to meet the handsome smiling face of the newcomer.
"Sister."
Her expression softened as she smiled at the newcomer. "Ansel, you're back." She uttered, finally putting down her small feet to give the newcomer space to sit next to her.
Ansel stared at her for a few more seconds before walking closer and naturally sitting down next to her. He smiled and handed her the small box of snacks he brought with him.
Althea's eyes warmed at the sight of her brother.
The childish little brat had grown his dark curly hair a little beyond the ear. A few buttons were also left open to show off his collar, and his overall temperament emitted a playboy charm.
Of course, this was for outsiders, in front of her he just looked like an innocent little boy at the beginning of adolescence, dependent on his older sister.
"Good morning sister." He grinned, showing his perfect teeth. "Long time no see~"