Chapter 32 Sherman's Sister

　　As the car decelerated, Sherman lifted his gaze from the papers in his grasp. His eyes betrayed a mixture of sentiments, and he heaved a soft sigh. Elaine, sensing Sherman's unease, followed his line of sight out the window. A towering, immaculately white edifice loomed in front of them, appearing grand and imposing. 　　"Mr. Holmes, we've arrived at the palace," the driver remarked. 　　The car came to a halt, and the driver turned to face them with a cordial smile before promptly alighting from the vehicle to open Sherman's door. 　　As Elaine peered through the massive archway, she noticed a cluster of elegantly attired individuals rushing towards them. Several other cars gradually pulled up beside them. 　　An inexplicable apprehension gripped Elaine's heart, perhaps owing to the unfamiliarity of her surroundings. 　　She recalled feeling the same way the first time she arrived at the castle. However, in some inexplicable sense, she had already grown to consider it her home. But now, with