[Secret Circumstances]
Raul and I reported the sighting of a suspicious pair of men on campus at night to Miss Teixeira. Following that, she informed Randolph Academy about the situation, leading to an enhancement of campus security. Perhaps as a result of these actions, we hadn’t encountered any more suspicious individuals since then.
In a worst-case scenario, the option of cancelling the short-term study abroad program was on the table. However, after extensive discussions between the two academies, it was collectively decided that the program should continue.
As a representative of the foreign students, I raised the question regarding this with Miss Teixeira.
“As of now, there haven’t been suspicious mana activity detected. Hence, the decision was made to continue the study abroad program.”
“I see…”
“There are only two days remaining in the study abroad period. We now also have Walter from our academy as reinforcement. You can rest assured.”
“I understand.”
This short-term study abroad program was much more than a simple exchange event between schools. It also played a crucial role in a grand project that would shape the future of both the Bramshal Kingdom and the Salencia Kingdom.
Conversations were already underway about students from Randolph Academy participating in a winter short-term study abroad program at Astor Academy, and there was a high probability that this program would become a permanent fixture.
Given these circumstances, the study abroad program that initiated everything couldn’t be abruptly canceled.
While there were political interests in the background, we students found this studying abroad was a genuinely enjoyable experience. The presence of numerous friendly and kind students here contributed to our positive experience during our stay.
Annette, the student council president, played a significant role in creating this pleasant atmosphere.
…But this kind of put some pressure on me as she and her schoolmates would be coming to the Astor Academy in the winter. It would be my responsibility to ensure they had an equal if not better experience.
But before that, there was the academy festival to prepare for.
Balancing the preparations for the festival with my studies would be quite the task. Of course, I wouldn’t be shouldering this alone; I intended to enlist the help of the entire student council and the Academy’s Knights.
“Phew… I’m utterly exhausted.”
“Good work, Barrett.”
“Aren’t you tired, Tayte?”
“I’ve grown accustomed to the routines of this school, so I’m managing fine.”
I supposed what they said was correct. You really could get used to living anywhere.
Although, I was more physically tired than mentally drained.
The cause was the swordsmanship training here.
Both my Holy Sword and Raul’s Demon Sword drew the interest of aspiring swordsmen at Randolph Academy, leading to frequent requests for sparring sessions.
I didn’t mind being a sparring partner; their enthusiasm was infectious, and the practice sessions contributed to our collective growth.
–Only, the sheer frequency of these sparring requests was pushing my fatigue to its limits.
“Young Master, Lady Tayte, I’ve brought you some tea.”
“Thanks, Rebecca.”
Normally, Marina would be fulfilling this duty, but she was currently on a break visiting her parents’ home. During her absence, Rebecca and Priim teamed up to take care of me.
“Tomorrow marks the last day, doesn’t it?”
“Yeah… I’m glad we were able to make it to this point without any incidents.”
“I heard from Marina that she will be returning around noon tomorrow.”
“Is that so?”
“She said she was happy to be able to spend time with her family after such a long time!”
“I’m glad to hear that.” Considering being a maid hardly comes with many days off.
After that, I continued to chat with Tayte while sipping the tea that Rebecca brewed, until it was time to call it a night.
And then—the turbulent final day came.
[Secret Circumstances]
Raul and I reported the sighting of a suspicious pair of men on campus at night to Miss Teixeira. Following that, she informed Randolph Academy about the situation, leading to an enhancement of campus security. Perhaps as a result of these actions, we hadn’t encountered any more suspicious individuals since then.
In a worst-case scenario, the option of cancelling the short-term study abroad program was on the table. However, after extensive discussions between the two academies, it was collectively decided that the program should continue.
As a representative of the foreign students, I raised the question regarding this with Miss Teixeira.
“As of now, there haven’t been suspicious mana activity detected. Hence, the decision was made to continue the study abroad program.”
“I see…”
“There are only two days remaining in the study abroad period. We now also have Walter from our academy as reinforcement. You can rest assured.”
“I understand.”
This short-term study abroad program was much more than a simple exchange event between schools. It also played a crucial role in a grand project that would shape the future of both the Bramshal Kingdom and the Salencia Kingdom.
Conversations were already underway about students from Randolph Academy participating in a winter short-term study abroad program at Astor Academy, and there was a high probability that this program would become a permanent fixture.
Given these circumstances, the study abroad program that initiated everything couldn’t be abruptly canceled.
While there were political interests in the background, we students found this studying abroad was a genuinely enjoyable experience. The presence of numerous friendly and kind students here contributed to our positive experience during our stay.
Annette, the student council president, played a significant role in creating this pleasant atmosphere.
…But this kind of put some pressure on me as she and her schoolmates would be coming to the Astor Academy in the winter. It would be my responsibility to ensure they had an equal if not better experience.
But before that, there was the academy festival to prepare for.
Balancing the preparations for the festival with my studies would be quite the task. Of course, I wouldn’t be shouldering this alone; I intended to enlist the help of the entire student council and the Academy’s Knights.
“Phew… I’m utterly exhausted.”
“Good work, Barrett.”
“Aren’t you tired, Tayte?”
“I’ve grown accustomed to the routines of this school, so I’m managing fine.”
I supposed what they said was correct. You really could get used to living anywhere.
Although, I was more physically tired than mentally drained.
The cause was the swordsmanship training here.
Both my Holy Sword and Raul’s Demon Sword drew the interest of aspiring swordsmen at Randolph Academy, leading to frequent requests for sparring sessions.
I didn’t mind being a sparring partner; their enthusiasm was infectious, and the practice sessions contributed to our collective growth.
–Only, the sheer frequency of these sparring requests was pushing my fatigue to its limits.
“Young Master, Lady Tayte, I’ve brought you some tea.”
“Thanks, Rebecca.”
Normally, Marina would be fulfilling this duty, but she was currently on a break visiting her parents’ home. During her absence, Rebecca and Priim teamed up to take care of me.
“Tomorrow marks the last day, doesn’t it?”
“Yeah… I’m glad we were able to make it to this point without any incidents.”
“I heard from Marina that she will be returning around noon tomorrow.”
“Is that so?”
“She said she was happy to be able to spend time with her family after such a long time!”
“I’m glad to hear that.” Considering being a maid hardly comes with many days off.
After that, I continued to chat with Tayte while sipping the tea that Rebecca brewed, until it was time to call it a night.
And then—the turbulent final day came.
