"Hm. So your group has been exploring the city in a systematic manner, following Ashengrotto's lead," Trein says, "And it sounds like Spade and Felmier have been both cooperative and eager. We should be on our way, but keep up your learning. Consider your knowledge as a prize you'll take back to school."
"Thank you very much for your time. We'll see you again when we have to meet up," Azul says.
Soon, Trein, Briar, and her group take their leave.
Epel then says, "We still got time before then, right? What else can we do?"
"Hmm, how about..." Deuce thinks about it.
But then Azul says, "Ah, Deuce, Epel."
"Yes?" Epel questions.
Azul then says, "Here, these are for you. I picked them up when I bought the necklaces."
He then gives them the necklace and other stuff.
"Really? What a pretty bag... Ooo, there's a pencil in here!" Epel says.
"Epel's is red, and mine is yellow, huh?" Deuce says.
Deuce asks in shock, "Wait... These are GIFTS for us?"
"Yes, they are," Azul says.
Unsure, Epel asks, "Um... What's the catch?"
"There is none. I bought them to commemorate this day," Azul answers.
"Really? Wow... That's so nice of you," Epel says, amazed, "I feel like since you got it for me, it'll help me study better!"
"Yeah, same! I'm feeling better about my next test grade already. I'm surprised, though. I didn't expect you to get us a gift," Deuce says.
Then Azul says, "Apparently, the local company that makes them has been doing so for ages. They're meant for sketching, but I tried one out and it felt nice to write with. I hope they'll give you the motivation to apply yourselves to your studies."
Epel & Deuce happily say, "Thank you!"
"You're so easy to talk with, Azul. And you've got a great sense of humor, too. I actually thought you'd be more intimidating,' Deuce says.
"Yeah, I'm glad I'm in Group A now!" Epel says.
Suddenly, Azul says to himself, "To think, one little pencil was all it took to soften them up. My plan was to befriend some trusting freshmen so the next few years at school would be easier... But these two are alarmingly credulous. I can only imagine how rough Vil and Riddle have it. You two make me fearful for Night Raven College's future."
"Huh? Why's that?" Epel asks.
"I'd like you both to ponder that very question. Now, let's get a move on, shall we? There's more to see and only so much time," Azul says.
Epel & Deuce then say, "Lead the way!"
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Twisted Wonderland: Glorious Masquerade - Let the Bell of Solace Ring
FanfictionThe Students of Night Raven receive an invitation to a school social from Noble Bell College. When they arrive in Fleur City, they are met with the sound of bells ringing, as the streets come alive for a yearly festival! However, a fiery blooming pr...
