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Long Day (2): Rita-san and I
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The soldiers who had been dispatched to capture Rita-san left, and as we were left dumbfounded, a little while later, Fol-sensei came in. His expression, as usual, looked unmotivated, but that atmosphere made it clear he was angry.
“I think those fools came just now. At present, they are sealing off the academy and searching for Rita. There are also lookouts outside, so we won’t be able to leave the classroom for a while. Even when going to the washroom, a lookout will accompany us.” (Fol)
Fol-sensei spoke in a calm tone, and Roy-kun, who had been standing the whole time, asked.
“Is something like this really acceptable? There are many noble sons in this academy, after all.” (Roy)
“That’s true. Normally, it wouldn’t be. But the ones dispatched are not ordinary, so this is how it’s turned out. They are soldiers from military aristocrats centered around the Deran Household. And they carry official documents from the royal capital. In other words, that’s what it means.” (Fol)
“Such a thing…” (Roy)
Could it be that Saxon’s absence today was because the military aristocrats had informed him about what was happening?
I thought up to that point, but I realized something more important! My younger sister, Noris, who lives with her, was in danger.
I suddenly stood up, and as I made a loud noise, Fol-sensei looked at me.
“What is it, Lux?” (Fol-sensei)
“Uh…” (Lux)
I couldn’t continue. As I had just heard, it was not possible to leave the academy without a reason. However, asking, “Can I go check on Rita-san’s house because I’m worried about my sister living there?” would be asking for trouble.
As I hesitated, Sonia quietly called out.
“Lux.” (Sonia)
When I turned my eyes to her, Sonia subtly directed her gaze toward Maria. Maria nodded slightly and stood up.
“Fol-sensei, I don’t particularly like wielding this kind of power, but does that order also apply to me, the one from the Bell Household?” (Maria)
Maria, who had been trying to leave the academy using the privilege of a great noble, received an answer from Fol-sensei that disappointed her expectations.
“Are you saying the Bell Household would draw a bow against the princess?” (Fol)
“That’s not it!” (Maria)
“I told you it was a royal capital document. I don’t know if it was appointed by the princess, but this is an official order. You should think about the severity of breaking it before speaking.” (Fol)
“But!” (Maria)
“Either way, we can’t keep you all detained until night. Nobles will be released in turn, and others will be asked to wait in the dorms. Wait until then.” (Fol)
“Excuse me, is it alright?” (Bianca)
Bianca raised her hand and stood up.
“What exactly do you mean by Zalard-sensei planning a rebellion? I don’t believe someone like that would do such a thing.” (Bianca)
Rita-san was popular with the students. Other students also murmured, “Yes, that’s right,” expressing their discontent.
“It’s not good to judge people based on impressions. However, I have no answer other than that I don’t understand. They suddenly came, and like I am in class, they ordered things unilaterally. It seems they have no intention of answering our questions.” (Fol-sensei)
Thus, we were helpless and spent our time simply waiting with no way to act.
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The movement began only after it got dark. In our class, Maria and Roy-kun were the first to be allowed to go home. Maria, who was called first, communicated with a glance, “I’ll check soon”. Since I couldn’t leave the academy, I had no choice but to rely on Maria. Roy-kun also knew that Noris was living with Rita-san. After sending me a glance, Roy-kun left the classroom.
Then, after a while, the release of students who lived in the city began. Lastly, the students in the dorms were released. It seemed it took some time as the dorm rooms were checked one by one to ensure Rita-san wasn’t hiding there.
After leaving the classroom, we proceeded along the corridor between the school building and the dorms. Even though it was just that short distance, I could tell from the ominous atmosphere that soldiers were loitering around.
Once we returned to the dorm, we ate dinner in silence, then returned to our rooms. We didn’t know who might be listening in. We couldn’t talk about anything casually.
With a heavy heart, I returned to my room and, as I was about to turn on the light, I froze. In the darkness, Rita-san was sitting on my bed.
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Basking in the faint light coming through the window, Rita-san placed her index finger on her lips, signaling for silence, then patted the spot next to her with her hand. As I silently sat beside Rita-san, I could feel her breath as she spoke.
“I’m sorry for causing you trouble.” (Rita)
I also got closer, almost touching Rita-san’s earlobe, and asked.
“What’s going on? Where is Noris?” (Lux)
“I’m sorry. I don’t know Noris’ situation. I was only able to hide myself.” (Rita)
“That’s…” (Lux)
“Therefore, if Noris has been captured, you should exchange my whereabouts for her release. I intend to head to the royal capital from here. You should say you heard I was going to meet with Slar.” (Rita)
Slar? Why is the name of the founder of the school newspaper coming up now?
“What is Rita-san… what are you and the others doing?” (Lux)
At my words, Rita-san smiled slightly in the dark and said,
“We’re doing the same thing as you.” (Rita)
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