Restrain yourself, Ms. Yenika (1)
“You can return to Ofilis Hall soon.”
It was on the way back to camp after the Spirit Society and Elemental Science class that Yenika received such a story from Bel Maia.
After stopping by the living quarters for some quick groceries, I was heading back to camp, humming a song while holding a bundle of paper bags in my arms, when I met Belle, who was clearing the path leading to the entrance to the Ofilis Building.
When Yenica Palover had just entered school and was struggling with even the smallest things because she could not shake off her country background, the person nearby who helped her the most was Belle, the senior maid at the time.
In addition, Belle often came to the camp to manage Lortel’s villa, so it was natural for them to exchange warm greetings every time they met.
“huh?! Well, it’s okay… “Didn’t I lose my qualifications to join Ofilis Hall in the first place because of my disciplinary action?!”
“Disciplinary procedures implemented by the Academic Disciplinary Committee usually expire in one year. “This was a disciplinary action taken in the spring of last year, and fall is already in full swing this year.”
The road leading to Ofilis Hall is neatly paved from the beginning. To be honest, I wasn’t sure what else there was to organize in Jenica’s eyes, but Bell was still giving instructions to the workers.
This was a part that clearly revealed Belle’s personality of thoroughly managing even the smallest details.
“The fact that the statute of limitations for disciplinary action was not renewed by convening a new disciplinary committee means that even at the academic level, they are trying to pass it by. “Usually, all major noises disappear within a year.”
“I-I see… ?”
“Actually, the fact that the current student council president is Tanya is also very influential. She is not the kind of person who would severely punish Miss Jenica, and before that… She doesn’t seem foxy enough to care about something that happened a year ago… ”
The decision-making authority to convene a disciplinary committee lies with the academic headquarters and the student council.
Although there is some difference in authority between the two, there is no difference in the effectiveness of the execution plan based on the results of the committee convening.
It is quite encouraging that Tanya Rosstaylor is not active in punishing Jenica.
“Not only that, but the students in general have a favorable view of Lady Yenika… “There won’t be any major problems if you return to Ofilis Hall.”
Among students, Jenica Palover remains popular.
In the first place, during the Glaskan incident, Yenika was consumed by the power of a high-ranking dark spirit, so it is safe to say that there was no intention or malice… Considering the influx of petitions and sympathy among students since then, there will be no backlash even if the disciplinary action is completed as is.
“You have been living in the dormitory since the second semester of last year, so once the second semester of this year ends, you will be eligible to move in again from the vacation.”
“I see… ”
“Actually, I asked this, but you don’t have the will to return, right?”
Clearly, Belle Maia is sharp.
Jenica Failover’s wild life has already been rumored even among bachelors.
However, it is only a story going around among a few people close to Yenika, but it is strange that the entire student body is actually interested in it.
Anyway, since it is certain that he is living with Ed Rothtaylor… Some students believe that Ed and Yenika are gone until the end.
and… It’s a shameful story…
Yenika said that such a misunderstanding… He didn’t particularly dislike it… !
“You seemed very satisfied with your life at the camp, so I wondered if it was a pointless nonsense… Still, I thought it would be right to talk about it.”
“Yeah, yeah… ?”
“Ofilis Hall is a place where there are always a mountain of applicants for employment. “It’s true that you are aware of the opportunity.”
“Yes… thank you. Of course, there are many people who really want to enter the Ofilis Hall… If you don’t want to go in, you’re probably saying you’re full… ”
Despite what she says, Yenica Palover has no intention of returning to Ofilis Hall.
“Actually, don’t you prefer living with Master Ed? Wouldn’t it be better to remove your name from the list of employees at Ofilis Hall? It’s an obvious rumor, but it doesn’t seem like he really dislikes the rumor that he went all the way with Master Ed… ”
“Yes?! What are you talking about! If such rumors spread, Ed would be in trouble! “I’ve been denying everyone I meet, so much so that my mouth hurts!”
“Is that so… “That was a misunderstanding on my part, I’m sorry.”
“Yes. no. There’s nothing to apologize for, Belle… !”
There is not a single trace of sincerity in Belle’s expression as she apologizes thoughtfully.
In fact, Yenica Palover’s feelings were clearly visible to Bel Maia. Part of me is shy, but… From Bell’s perspective, it only feels vague.
Being able to flinch and feel embarrassed like that over just one trivial point of contact is like a privilege for girls of that age.
You should enjoy as much as you can now… Once you get caught up in the grime of the world and your eyes for assessing people become dry, you will not be able to enjoy that thrill.
Belle Maia, who thinks this way, is actually in a position where she has never experienced true romance and youth due to severe hardships in life. If you miss the timing, the freshness will disappear.
Looking at Belle with a strangely vague atmosphere… Yenika just pulled on her braided hair.
“Anyway, a festive atmosphere is starting to take hold at the bachelor’s degree. Our Ofilis Hall also holds simple small banquets or tea parties in the garden, and at night, we light a large fire in the back lot and sing a band. You don’t have to be a new employee to participate, so if you have time with Master Ed during the festival, come by.”
“huh. okay! thank you!”
Saying that, Yenika hugged the paper bag that was filling her arms tightly and answered brightly.
“All of your worries these days have been resolved, and your expression seems to have improved, so I’m happy too.”
Before parting ways, Belle said that to Yenika… Suddenly Yenica nodded hesitantly.
*Walking along Haksa at sunset makes me feel relaxed.
Watching from afar the group of students heading to the living quarters, chatting among themselves after a busy schedule all day, is heartwarming.
Peace reigns in the languid bachelor pad with the reddish glow of the sunset, and it feels as if you have entered a completely separate world that has nothing to do with the turbulent history outside.
Regardless of the era, the space called school has such characteristics.
The land of learning is a place where students always come first.
Of course, just because you are a student doesn’t mean you don’t have concerns. Worries about academics, worries about career paths, worries about the tasks right in front of us.
In the past, Yenica Palover could not be free from such worries, but recently, it has been a long time since she brushed away all the worries that had been chronically bothering Yenika.
Although I missed out on the top spot, I no longer have to worry about my studies thanks to my grades that are still in the top level of my bachelor’s degree.
I have never seriously thought about my career path. To be honest, you can do anything you set your mind to, but there is no problem if you just go back to your hometown and take over the farm. The academic staff who regret Yenika’s talent will shed bloody tears.
Also, the expectations and pressure towards Yenika feel like they have eased considerably after the senior position was taken over by Ed Rosstaylor. After that, I felt like my interpersonal relationships became more open.
Also, what is your daily routine like?
If we had to force Ed Rothtaylor into the mix, wouldn’t we start and end our day with him every day anyway?
I can’t help but mention Ed Ross-Taylor, but if I’m forced and persistent enough to force myself to name one reason why I’m satisfied with my day, the boy’s name can’t help but come up.
Even though she was talking gibberish to herself and no one was listening, Jenika was walking along the sunset and clumped her fingertips together.
Isn’t a life without worries something everyone dreams of?
It felt exactly like that every day that Yenica Palover was enjoying right now, so much so that I wondered if the happiness was too much.
“Wow, more than half of this semester has already passed… ”
“I can’t…” I have to prepare for graduation starting next year… Have I been too lazy? ”
“I’m also worried because my failing grade was so close… “The difficulty level of the classes has increased significantly since I entered my third year.”
“Well, I guess it was really practice up until the second year. Will I be able to survive 4th grade like this? ”
Classmates passed by, discussing their concerns among themselves.
Although he greeted Yenika as if he was happy to see her, all Yenika did was smile shyly and accept him.
‘me… There’s really nothing to worry about… .?!’
It makes me wonder if this can really happen. If I think about my recent daily routine, it was a repetition of days where I was filled with happiness and smiling brightly from the beginning to the end of the day.
It may sound like I’m full, but at this point, I feel like I’ve just let go of thinking.
Still, isn’t it inevitable for humans to live with one or two chronic worries or worries in their hearts?
Yenica Failover was a human being with little greed or ambition to begin with, so she was quite satisfied just by getting good grades, not having any problems with interpersonal relationships, and being able to eat and sleep well.
“… ”
Actually, there is nothing wrong with that. However, in the end, it was Ed Rosstaylor that bothered Yenika.
Jenica, who is very satisfied with each day she spends now, prays alone every time she goes to sleep at night. Please let these days without lack continue.
While I was lying in bed like that, one day I heard the sound of people coming from the campfire, so I opened the cabin door and looked outside.
Ed Rosstaylor is always the last to go to bed.
I might read more books on my own, do some magical energy training, or take care of some more camp maintenance chores… In the end, I end the day by looking at the fire and idly gathering my thoughts.
A late night with many stars in the sky.
Ed Rosstaylor’s serious expression, seen through the crack in the door, still lingers in Yenika’s eyes.
Unlike Yenika, who is always having a happy and satisfied day, Ed Rosstaylor still seems to be carrying a lot of burden and worry.
While pounding firewood with a poker, Ed always ended the day lost in deep thought.
I got caught up in a lot of things because I got involved with Ed, and I solved a lot of things in the process.
In the end, he went all the way to Ed’s home and took care of the evil spirit’s descent.
There were too many trials and hardships for one person to go through, but Ed managed to get through them all.
Things in the family are starting to get sorted out to some extent, and with Tanya becoming the student council president, all of the indignities and troubles that must have been experienced within the academy have come to an end…
It seems like Ed still has big worries and burdens left… At night, I look at the fire and get lost in thought.
I see a contrast between Ed’s appearance and my own appearance, happy as if every day was like heaven…
Yenika thought that even that feeling of happiness might have to be suppressed for a while.
Even though he has overcome so much, Ed still has a mountain to climb.
Even though that fact is clearly felt… I didn’t want to remain a girl who smiled immaturely and happily and didn’t know anything about the world.
It is unreasonable to attach qualifications to happiness. However, the girl was still too immature to realize that fact on her own.
*
“A letter has arrived from Princess Fenia. “Not only me, but you too, Yenika.”
“Yes… ?”
Yenika was surprised, as she withdrew both hands that were supporting her chin, perhaps because she had been thinking about something else.
I, who was still polishing my bow, looked at Yenika, who was once again surprised, and looked at her in confusion.
As for me, I have been practicing making a bow for four days already. If I trained by trimming the wood that Lortel had sent, I would likely come up with something useful within a week.
“huh?! Correspondence? To whom?!”
“It’s no big deal, Yenika. “I’m deep in thought.”
“Uh, uhm… “I had some things to think about.”
“thought? “What are you thinking?”
“Thinking of Ed.”
It is a conversation that occurs naturally while each person sits by the fire. However, as if the ending was not very clear, Yenica took a deep breath after spitting out his words.
“… my thought?”
“Uh, no! I didn’t think anything strange! I’m speechless! Actually, it didn’t come out in vain. Strictly speaking, what Ed thought was correct! “It wasn’t such an important and great idea!”
Looking at him being so shocked and making excuses here and there, I get the feeling that it really wasn’t such a big deal.
No matter what, Yenika is really bad at lying. Most of what he says is sincere or honest, so I don’t really have any doubts.
“Me too! “If you’re going to talk, you have to go through your brain, but when I’m with Ed, there are times when the words just flow out of my head!”
“I don’t know what you’re thinking… Well, for now, let’s talk about letters first.”
I put down the bow I was sharpening and took out from my chest the letter that arrived from the royal residence this morning.
“Slowly… “It seems that Emperor Cloel is trying to end this sluggish imperial competition within this year.”
“okay… ?”
“huh. It’s already been a while since Crown Prince Lindon suddenly gave up on succeeding to the throne without even giving a reason. I guess they are planning to sort out this confusion soon. “Once the successor has been confirmed, proper training for the successor can begin and power within the imperial family can be sorted out.”
It was a situation in which Princess Fenia could not remain silent.
If she has already come this far, Princess Fenia must also run for the imperial throne.
“Even Princess Selaha has decided to come to Sylvania during this Crestol Grand Festival, so it’s time to take action.”
“But what does that have to do with calling us?”
“For sure… “They will probably want to involve us as well.”
The royal residence, which serves as the residence of Princess Fenia, stands tall on the cliffs on the west side of Aken Island.
Since I’ve been there several times, it’s not difficult to find.
“I’ll have to go and see for myself what to talk about. Yenika, since you sang it too, let’s go together tomorrow morning. “The class schedule is generous, right?”
“Yes… okay.”
I nodded and put the letter back in my pocket.
Starting tomorrow, the Bachelor’s College will begin preparations for the festival in earnest.
I also had to start preparing for it.
However, Yenika’s strangely hesitant attitude was unusual… I was worried for no reason.
… Actually, there are some expectations.
Slowly, to Yenika… It’s time to tell everything.
