(Unio Academy-Noble Dormitory)
(Louisa's POV)
That morning at Unio Academy...
Sunlight crept in through the gap in the curtains of the noble dormitory's window. The light hit Louisa's face and her pink hair a little
Louisa:" Nnngh..." she blinked slowly
She started to get up from her bed, still rubbing her eyes. Although her face was still sleepy, her posture remained straight and graceful
She started to take a few steps down from her bed, and started walking towards the bathroom in her dorm room
Swoosh! (sound of running water from the sink)
Louisa started to wash her face with refreshing cold water, then brushed her teeth. After that, she deftly combed her long, soft hair
It didn't take long until she returned to the main room. That's when a soft sound was heard from the door
Knock! Knock! Knock!
Click!
There was a knock on the door of her dorm room, followed by the door slowly opening
Yuri, her personal maid entered silently while pushing a small wheel table containing Strawberry Sandwich and a cup of warm tea.
Yuri:" Good morning, Your Highness" she said flatly, but softly
Yuri:" I have prepared your favorite breakfast"
Her short black hair was neat as usual, her dark eyes were calm, and both her hands were busy arranging her master's breakfast on the table
Louisa:" Thank you, Yuri. You always know best"
Yuri:" Of course, Your Highness. It's the same as usual" She answered calmly, bowing politely
Louisa smiled slightly and sat down on her banquet chair. She poured tea into a porcelain cup and sipped it slowly
Louisa:" Delicious as usual... You are indeed amazing"
But suddenly...
CLANNG! CLATTER!
The small plate and spoon fell to the floor. Louisa turned around quickly
Louisa:" Yuri?!" she exclaimed, then she got up from her chair
Yuri's left arm was seen hanging down, not functioning. The extra sandwich she brought fell to the floor
Yuri:" Forgive me, Your Highness... it seems my arm is out of power... I should have recharged it first"
She said calmly. Then Yuri removed her metal left arm from her shoulder socket with a calm movement, there was a faint magic connection
Yuri:" I'll recharge it, and I'll take care of this, and prepare a bath for you, right away" quickly, she began to put her prosthetic arm on a small wheel table quickly
Louisa:" Wai-"
Louisa was about to speak, but Yuri had already walked away quickly and quietly, leaving only the sound of squeaking wheels that began to fade and the aroma of warm tea from Louisa's dining table
The atmosphere there began to be quiet
...
A few minutes had passed.
After Yuri returned and cleaned up the rest of the mess she made, she walked to the bathroom and began to fill the tub with warm water and poured lavender soap into the tub. Soft steam began to fill the room, bringing a calming scent.
Louisa took off her robe and slowly stepped into the tub
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She stepped into the water, leaning against the wall of the tub while closing her eyes
Gulp... Splash...
Louisa:" Ahh... so warm..." she sighed
However, behind the warmth, her mind began to wander towards unpleasant memories
Louisa:" Father..." she whispered
She then closed her eyes, remembering the incident a few days ago
The time when her father, Aleksand Von Teuer told Yuri to confiscate her magic communicator because she talked about the Vulpix Flower Incident, then connected her with her sister Theresa and Luna's father
The reason was because a few days ago before arriving at Anchorage Island. Luna asked Louisa to find out what happened
(Flashback on the airship heading to Unio Academy)
Luna:" Louisa... I beg you, please find out from your father. Anything about that incident..."
(Back to the present)
Louisa opened her eyes, returning from her daydream. She stared at her reflection in the water
Louisa:" Father... What really happened in that incident...? "
Then...
Knock Knock Knock!
A knock was heard from the bathroom door
Yuri:" Your Majesty"
It turned out to be Yuri who was knocking on the door
Yuri:" Your clothes are ready."
Louisa:" Okay, thank you Yuri" she replied
...
That day was Saturday, a holiday at Unio Academy. Louisa was wearing a casual ivory white dress, decorated with a red ribbon on the waist and a small ribbon on the collar.
Louisa:" How do I look, Yuri? " She asked as she turned slowly
Yuri:" As graceful as ever, Your Highness" Yuri said expressionlessly, but there was concern in her voice
The two of them left the Academy and walked towards the city of Anchorage
***
The city of Anchorage was alive that morning. The sky was bright blue, wispy white clouds dotting the horizon. Victorian buildings towered majestically, their old red brick walls and stained glass windows reflecting the morning sun
Clip clop clip clop!
Vrooom!
The sound of horse hooves from the carriage and the sound of the magic car passing by gave an impression that was not too old-fashioned, but also not too modern
Children ran on the sidewalk, a young newspaper seller shouted
Young newspaperman:" Hot news! Hot news! There was a murder of one of the Elf high-ranking officials in the Elf kingdom"
Citizen 1:" Hey, have you heard the news today. They say there will be an academy tournament that will be held in a few months"
Citizen 2:" Really!? "
Meanwhile, on the other side, there was an Automaton worker covered in steel plates lifting large wooden beams at a construction site, accompanied by the sound of magitek buzzing
Automaton Construct:" Bzzt... Where are these blocks going to be moved "
Worker:" Move it towards the side of building A4"
Automaton Construct:" Bzzt... Got it "
On the side of the road, a fire magician entertained children and parents with bursts of sparks that turned into glowing butterflies.
Children: "So cool!"
In the corner of the market, spice and fabric sellers hawked their wares. The aroma of baked bread and floral perfume mingled in the air.
Seller: "Come on everyone, ladies and gentlemen. We sell very strong and durable fabric, please buy it"
Louisa walked slowly, her eyes shining with admiration
She walked gracefully through the small market, occasionally glancing at the jewelry store, then at the stall selling second-hand magic books. She chuckled at the magic dolls dancing on the shelves in front of the toy store.
Louisa: "This city... Feels alive. Is that right, Yuri?" she asked
Yuri just nodded
Then, not far away. She saw a familiar figure sitting outside the Robusta Café
A young man with spiky black hair, wearing a long black coat and a dark blue scarf. Her hand held a book, and a cup of coffee sat quietly on the table
Louisa:" Lucius? " she murmured, then began to walk closer
Lucius began to turn from his book, his calm eyes looking at Louisa
Lucius:" Louisa, good morning"
Louisa:" May I sit? "
Lucius:" Sure, please " He gestured for the chair next to him
Louisa sat down, followed by Yuri who stood not far away while watching the surroundings. Louisa stole a glance at Lucius who was still reading his book, and sipped his coffee
Louisa:" Lucius... do you like this city?"
Lucius stopped sipping his coffee, then turned his gaze towards Louisa
No!
Lucius put his cup of coffee on the table
Lucius:" Anchorage... Well that's right, Anchorage is really a lively place"
Louisa:" It feels different from Helible... warmer. Not always covered in snow"
Lucius laughed lightly
Lucius:" While Cryztolia... you know yourself. Covered by the rules of the Order of Zalia"
Hearing that, Louisa asked curiously
Louisa:" You don't like them?" she asked curiously
Lucius sighed
Lucius:" I don't hate them. But there are too many rules that are too strict for the people. Although... they also help the people. The world is rarely black and white"
Louisa nodded slowly. Then, she changed the topic
Louisa:" By the way, about the dungeon practice. You will attend, right?"
Lucius:" Sure"
Louisa:" Who do you want to team up with?"
Lucius turned his head gently
Lucius:" If possible... I want to be on a team with great people... like you and Luna Selene."
Louisa gasped softly, blushing slightly
Louisa:" That's... sweet. But the decision of the team is determined by the principal, right?"
Lucius:" Hehehe... You're right"
Lucius:" But it's not wrong to hope"
Louisa smiled, then stood up
Louisa:" I have to go again. Yuri, let's go!" she said as she stood up, leaving Lucius with Yuri
Lucius:" See you at the dungeon training"
She greeted while continuing to read the book
...
Meanwhile...
In the midst of the still bustling crowd, there was one quiet building Anchorage City Hall, where the high Arcane and leaders gathered.
In front of the City Hall, Sherman is seen standing there in his purple robe
Sherman: " The time has come, right..."