When he left Copper Rose Street, it was already sunset.
The bare landscape trees by the roadside, the white snow on the eaves of buildings, and the orange-red sunset on the distant horizon together created a uniquely cold atmosphere of winter.
Under the dim sky, exhaled breaths appeared hazy.
The broad street was chilly and deserted, with few pedestrians, as it was now time to return home.
A gust of cold wind carrying the scent of food made Colin unconsciously smack his lips.
A warm fireplace, a delicious dinner, a warm and relaxing bath... all these comforts awaited him at home.
But he took a deep breath and turned towards the True Knowledge Society Castle instead.
It was because every time he thought of Shelley, that wealthy lady who was probably still in the laboratory at this moment, he no longer felt any laxity in his spirit, only a desire to keep striving.
To rank among the best, one must strive!
