Chapter 49: The porcelain Prince
"It would seem like you little confrontation with miss amber has caused quite a stir..." Nate said, casually sipping his cup of freshly brewed Earl GrayI.
"I was merely pointing out the flaws of her essay..."
We had sat down at the Terence for tea. The afternoon breeze was cool and refreshing, gently cooling my body with ease.
"Fortunately I have jasmine and Mai for support." I smiled faintly
She's already gaining minions.
Nate set his cup down as he laced his fingers together, staring at me with authority.
"The classes are divided, Some believe your in the right, while others are have resorted to follow miss ambers ideology...."
I'd noticed the looks other students had been giving me these past few days. It's not surprising, however I refuse to indulge in this senseless banter.
"Let's them think as they please..."
He smiled and caressed my cheek
"If it ever becomes to much, please inform me"
"I'm fine, I simply refuse to subject to her unreasonable ideal anyway... Just because she some kind of saint doesn't give an excuse for her naivety. This isn't an issues of morals..."
He sighed, pulling away and continue to drink his tea as we enjoyed the rest of our conversation.
...
I sat on the grass just staring at the sky.
"According to ciel, the wielder of the phantom healing artifact, will be at an auction happening in a few days. I guess I'll just have to look more into miss amber....."
I rolled onto my side and noticed a white cat just laying around in the shade of a tree.
Ah neko!
I slowly approached it, it looked up at me confused.
"Here kitty kitty..." It stared me for a moment, it's eyes widened before it started trembling violently and bolted out of my sight.
"Kitty..." I whined
I figured this would happen. Most animal can sense my mana, but still.
I sulked internally.
I froze, feeling a pair of eyes on me.
I turned around to see none other than purple haired , Victorian wannabe, Nicole Valentine, shyly hiding behind a wall.
He stared at me and then stared at where the cat had ran. I could tell he wanted to say something so I beat him to it.
"I'd let the cat get away, it's not like I couldn't hold it but that would require force " I explained calmly, trying to sound sophisticated.
"Uh?" He blinked
"Bye..."
I didn't want for him to reply to headed off in the opposite direction.
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...,.....
Ever since the confrontation , my school life has been straight up absolute hell.
My original plan was that I would be the elegant bookish fox girl who everyone ignores. A character who fades into the background and lives a simple, peaceful school life.
But nooooooo...😑
fate had another thing in-stored😒
It was bad enough that I was already attracting attention by being close friends with the royals of infamous kingdoms despite me being only known as a merchant with no noble origin.
But I never expected my reputation and popularity to have somehow skyrocketed over night.
Student boys and girls have been approaching me to be friends. My locker's been filled with pink envelopes full of confessions and proposals.
My and Nate's engagement hasn't been announced publicly yet so guys think I'm single and took their chances which was driving nate nuts.
To manage my situation and not commit assault, I shrugged off anyone trying to so much as to speak to me, and brutality rejected every bachelor that came my way.
"Lady shiori, top beauty of our school, please accept my proposal for courtship...!" A male student confessed bowing on one knee and holding a bouquet of red roses.
"Not interested!" I stated bluntly and walked away unfazed as the male's pride was completely shattered.
A few days had past, I was now known as the impregnable villainess who crushes hearts and confidence of any guy or girl she meets...
Well that was unexpected, paint me as the villainess just because you NPCs can't take the hint and handle a rejection, How pathetic 😒
I and my girlfriends were heading to the cafeteria for lunch. People kept staring at us with mixes of fear and adoration.
"Um lady shiori, people are staring at you..." Jasmine says in a worried tone.
"Just ignore them..." I stated tiredly.
We sat down at a table with a sigh as servants took our orders.
"Don't you think it's weird? I mean I'm not even that pretty..." I gestured to my situation
"Oh please, It isn't really surprising..." Vivian shrugged.
Vivian Skylfin, an elven noble student who recently caught my interest. Her long curled pale blonde hair shone as her crimson eyes stared at me.
She was the perfect example of a noble lady, beautiful, elegant, and couldn't hold a sword to save her life, her earth magic is surprising strong but I doubt she'll consider using it
"What do you mean?" I asked
"Are you being serious? Your a queen of two frickin kingdoms, a popular merchant who built the second most popular Enterprises from the ground up all by herself and highly talented in both academics and magic affinity..." Jasmine stated
"Plus girl, your drop dead gorgeous. Your the full package!" Chloe added
Chloe hunt, a cat hybrid Beast Human, her black hair were tied in twin pigtails, her blue eyes shone with interest.
She was fairly strong in combat but had only affinity for the water element.
These girls had recently joined our friend group, it was nice talking to girls who weren't just spoiled bitches.
"That's right, anyone who marries you would be made for life without having to lift a single finger..." Jasmine stated sipping her tea.
"And those close to you would have perks and special access to the top quality products you sell..." Vivian smiled as she held out the skin beauty cream I had gifted to them for half price.
They have a point. I better deal with this soon or it might become a problem later on.
"May I sit with you three?" We froze as Nicole approached our table.
I nodded as he sat next to me.
He'd been bullied by other nobles due to his lolita like appearance. Honestly I find him adorable.
....
I changed into my sparing uniform and headed to class. it was my first class in swordship so I was introduced to the others.
"A pleasure, my name is Shiori komori" I bowed, ignoring the whispers the flew around
The class was led by professor Andrew, the one that ordered large amount of healing potions a few days ago.
"Alright, you'll be choosing your sparing parters randomly! Pick a piece of paper from the box" professor Andrew said.
I went over to the wooden box and picked out a number.
"I'm number 7." I said out loud
"Same" I froze, slowly turning to look at none other than Chris, who grinning like a predator.
GOD-DAMNED IT!!!
"That's a rather interesting sparing uniform...?" He said staring at my clothes. They were a plain white collar shirt and cream shorts
"They function, that's all that matters..."
"If you say so..."
We did a few partner stretches before proceeding to spar.
Our movements clashed well, as the other was trying their best to keep up
I had held back so as not to cause a scene. at first I thought that his was trying to predict my movement but no...
His skills although plain, are refined. it's refreshing...
When our swords were close to the others throat, we stopped
"Thankyou for a good match" he said
"Thankyou for a good match " I replied boredly as I stretched my arms
"Your sword style is impressive..." He complimented, stretching as well
"Thanks"
"But I hate your style, it's too simple. It's like looking in the mirror." His said with a serious expression as he left
What was that all about?
......
I sat in the library, trying to understand this draco empire from my textbook. Felix had agreed to help but he was running late.
"Can I assist" Nicole asked approaching my table.
"Please do" I whined
We sat together for an hour as he explained the basics to me.
"Thanks a bunch, I think I've gotten the hang of it.."
"It's no problem, I wanted to find a way to repay you" he smiled softly
"You mean for saving you the other day, it's no trouble at all..."
"Hey, have you made any more snacks lately?" I quiered
"Huh, sorry but how do you know that I bake, we've never discussed it..." His eyes narrowed
"Oh, after those muffins I knew they were home made."
"I see, though I doubt I could made anything that suit your palette.."
"I really loved them, so please make more"
"Alright..." He smiled