At night, Hesia followed Anneli to the house where she lived.
In front of you is a two-story dome-shaped house. The roof has a curved arc similar to that of an oriental cornice. Below is a turquoise-like light blue wall. The windows and floral decorations are decorated with golden branches and leaves, which does not appear too complicated. It doesn't look monotonous, it's just right.
When you walk into this house, you are first greeted by the spacious hall. One side of the wall is replaced by curved lattice glass, allowing you to see the garden scenery outside, and you can also close the curtains to keep quiet at night.
The round table in the living room is also a turquoise color similar to the wall color, and is placed with a porcelain teapot. The handle of the teapot and the edge of the teacup are both gilded. Apart from tables and chairs, there are not many things in the hall, so try to give them as much space as possible. It gives people a simple and refreshing feeling.
There is a large kitchen behind the living room on the first floor. It is estimated that ten maids can stand in it and work without being crowded. There is also a servants' lounge and storage room on the other side.
The two bedrooms are on the second floor. Hesia's room is opposite Anneli's room. There is also a vacant guest room. In addition, there is a small attic on the top half floor, but it is currently empty. As for the bathroom , on the underground floor, it is very quiet, like a swimming pool, with excellent thermal insulation and sound insulation effects.
"Is it really necessary to be so luxurious?" Hesia was a little stunned after the visit. She probably knew that the Anneli family was very rich, but she did not expect that the arrangements would be so grand.
"Yes, after all, only with a good living environment can we focus on doing things." Anneli said about her life experience. She is a very picky person. Since she decided to get along well with Tilan, she naturally had to show her The best standard in mind.
"Okay." Now that he's here, Heshia can't object at this time. She's not that rigid, but she's still a little uncomfortable with it.
Soon after the two sat down, several maids served them freshly brewed hot tea, and the faint fragrance overflowed with the heat.
Holding the slightly hot tea cup, Heshia looked out the glass window on the side. She could hear some insects and occasionally a few birds. It can be seen that the environment here is quiet. Although it is in Edes Academy, Theirs was the only house around.
"When I came here, I heard Mrs. Isabel say that if you don't understand anything, you can ask Anneli." Heshia remembered what she was told before leaving.
"Yes, Tilan, just ask me if you have anything." Anelli patted her chest happily.
"Here at Edes Academy..." Heshia organized her words slightly.
"How do we usually get along with each other? I have heard some rumors that this place is different from other academies."
"Well, there are indeed differences, but in the early stages, Tilan doesn't have to worry so much. Just treat it like an ordinary high school." Anneli soothed.
"Although many of my classmates come from extraordinary backgrounds, they are all 16-17 years old with similar hobbies. They also play games, watch interesting movies, chat, and have all kinds of worries. "
"I was born in Xie Lanhua's family. Due to family reasons, I also know many peers with similar status. Except for 10% of their hobbies and habits that are different, everyone else is not much different from ordinary people."
"That's it..." Hesia nodded slightly, trusting Anneli for the time being. Although she felt that it would not be that simple, she seemed not as worried as before.
The two then chatted for a while about the facilities in the house and the surrounding environment, and then Heshia asked curiously.
"Are these maids at home always on call?" Hesia saw two maids standing on the wall not far away, motionless for a long time.
"Yes, because we may be in need at any time, so it is convenient to summon them."
"Eco, Ella, come here." Anneli waved.
After the two maids heard this, they quickly walked over in small steps, keeping their voices very low, as if they had received special training.
"This is Tilan, who will also be the owner of this place from now on. My good friend, from now on Tilan will treat you just like me. Do you understand?"
"I understand, Miss Sixth." Annelie ranks sixth among her peers in the family.
"Okay, you guys get ready to go to the bathroom first. Tilan and I are going to take a shower later."
"Yes." After that, one of the two maids left to go to the underground bathroom to fill the water and adjust the temperature, while the other was still standing on the side of the living room.
Seeing that Tilan was a little concerned, Anneli explained again, "Although they seem a little tired, our family also provides them with very generous treatment, and some jobs require this, and it is impossible to be relaxed all the time. .”
"I understand." Tilan shook her head and nodded again.
"I worked in a coffee shop before, so I understand this need." It's not that she didn't understand, she just lamented that in just half a month, she went from being a maid who helped others to being served by others.
Things are really changing, and getting everything so effortlessly makes people a little uneasy.
An hour later, Tilan was soaking in the bathroom. Anneli had left at this moment, and she was the only one in the pool, so she was particularly relaxed.
Sure enough, it is most relaxing when you are alone, the girl thought. Now you can have some leisure time to play with the water and listen to the sound of splashing water.
Half an hour later, the girl stepped on the wet floor to the shower room nearby. After a brief rinse, she wiped her body clean, then put on her pajamas, and then went to the bedroom on the second floor.
"Please come here." The maid Aike led her the way, and then opened the door. The bedroom was very spacious, and the bed covered with gauze felt warm in the night breeze.
"Thank you. You guys should go and have some rest. You don't have to stay outside the door at night."
"Yes, Miss." She bowed and bowed, then withdrew.
She was really obedient. The girl thought that the maid would refuse, but it seemed that she was overthinking.
At night, the hazy moon shone in the house through the glass window. Heshia slept a little sweetly, and she no longer woke up in the middle of the night as she did in the past. Maybe she didn't realize it herself. Nowadays, she rarely dreams about her sister. It had something to do with her mother. Perhaps it was only now that she truly let go of those gray past events, gradually walked out of the dark room and showed her own colors.
The next day, the girl woke up to the sound of birdsong and morning light.
But I'm still a little sleepy and don't want to get up, Heshia thought to herself as she lay on the bed.
After dawdling for a while, she looked at the time and saw that it was almost eight o'clock. Then she slowly sat up and shook her messy hair.
After briefly combing her hair, she walked out of the bedroom to wash her face, only to find that there was a maid waiting outside the door. But what was a bit reassuring was that it was not the two maids from last night, but a new pair of maids.
"Good morning, Miss."
"Morning~"
"Do you want to take a shower? Please come with me."
Afterwards, Heshia was taken to the bathroom at the end of the corridor. The two maids helped prepare towels, toothbrushes, etc., and finally returned to the bedroom with her to help Heshia comb her hair and put on clothes.
More than ten minutes later, when Heshia walked downstairs, she found that Annelie was already waiting for her, and breakfast was also placed on the table. I really don’t know when they prepared it.
After detailed questioning, Heshia realized that the maids in the house were divided into four groups, with three groups rotating and one group on standby.
What a luxury, Heshia thought to herself. These maids don’t look bad in appearance, and each of them has at least Sequence 3 strength, which can be said to be very outstanding.
"Let me take Tilan to visit Edes Academy today." Anneli suggested.
Naturally, Heshia would not refuse this, so in the next two days, she was basically led around the campus by Anneli, and she finally became familiar with this academy.
Compared with Kitite Academy, Edes Academy is undoubtedly much more luxurious. Not only are the various facilities and environments inside, the application of high-tech technology, but also the staffing, all very sufficient.
Moreover, the teaching in the school is roughly divided into two types. One is a required course, which means that students must be present to participate, and the other is a non-required course. Students can go to the classroom to learn from the teacher at any time, and each subject is There are dedicated classrooms equipped with dedicated teachers, which are open 24 hours a day to satisfy students' desire to learn at any time.
"This is done to take into account that some students may not be able to attend every class due to their busy schedules, so the time will be much more flexible." Anneli explained.
For example, the course "Aijika Intermediate Theory" is mostly theory-based, so it does not require all students to be present at the same time. You only need to complete the first four required sections in the first month after the semester starts. As for when to study, it is up to you. You can choose by yourself, it is a typical non-must attend course.
However, the course "Extraordinary Job Combat" has practical training content. It is basically one section of theory and one section of practical training. Students are required to be present during the practical training. This is also the course where students in the class meet the most.
There are many similar situations. Generally speaking, about three-quarters of the courses are not required, while the remaining one-quarter are must-attend courses, and they are concentrated on Friday and Saturday.
"As for why there are classes on Saturdays, of course it is because many students are busy with other things on weekdays." Annelie explained while holding Hesia's hand.
"For example, 'Childlike' Lilim, an actor who has become popular in the Yotsuba Crystal Star Territory recently, is the new student of our Edes Academy. She usually has to participate in various shows and can only come to the academy two days a week."
"There is also the successor of the 'Grey Fox Group', Hapleton. His father suffered an accident some time ago and is currently hospitalized. Now he has to deal with many things in the company, so he doesn't have much time to come to school."
"In addition, there are some students who like to travel and often fly around. They cannot bear to stay in school every day."
"Ordinary students must attend classes together at a certain time because this can save teachers and resources, but Edes Academy does not lack teachers or classrooms and other resources, so it will not be so rigidly imposed, but because you During class, there may be only 4-5 classmates around you, so the teacher can devote more energy and attention to you and achieve better educational results."
So, Heshia finally understands what a rich and wealthy academy is.
The two days of adapting to the environment passed quietly, and the third day was the opening ceremony, which is also an event that all freshmen must attend.
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The spacious interior, clean floors, dark blue rosettes hanging on the black curtains on both sides, about 1,000 students standing in the open space below the stage, they come from all over the Four-leaf Crystal Star Region, not only the geniuses from the north and south of Jade Skirt, but also There are peers from space stations in other star systems, and even students from another habitable planet who come to study.
At this moment, the school director on the stage was giving a speech, introducing the origins and wishes of Edes Academy as usual.
"Our Edes Academy was first split from St. Ingo Academy, and it also represents a certain kind of rebellious and unwilling to admit defeat spirit..." He said slowly.
"The power of the world is powerful, and there are countless mediocre people. They have no thought, just follow the trend at a loss, waste their lives, and are content with the status quo."
"Perhaps they have had some special ideas or ideals, but they have never been able to take the first step. Why? Because they are afraid of becoming different from now on."
"In a large group, it takes a certain amount of courage for a person to behave differently, because he has to face all kinds of doubts and inquiries, and even explain over and over again, until one day you succeed and you can shut up those people."
"There is a price to pay for taking a different path, which is frustrating, because you can no longer hide in a group and rely on the cover of others."
"But if you don't even want to pay this price and want to reach the pinnacle of admiration among flowers and praises, you are undoubtedly dreaming."
"Give up these childish fantasies, give up the dream of appearing to be morally perfect. What you want to do must not be swayed by the gossip of others. Go beyond the barriers of countless mediocre people around you. Be disturbed and confused by them, clarify your own thoughts and goals, and embark on your own true path."
"Although our Edes Academy was born in St. Ingo Academy, this does not mean that we will always be inferior to others, challenge tradition and break through ourselves. This has always been our long-cherished wish."
"This is the end of my speech. I would like to invite the freshman representative, Tilan, to appear." He put down the paper in his hand, glanced at the young men and women present, and then walked off the stage amidst applause.
Is it my turn...?
In the corner of the backstage, the girl was wearing a black and blue dress today, taking a deep breath, and then slowly climbed onto the high platform that attracted everyone's attention.
She has long, silky black hair with a blue hairpin pendant on one side. The dress she wears is particularly different from the students present. It has a restrained black base, dark blue embellishments on the sleeves and collar, and azure blue on the chest. Wearing a butterfly scarf, paired with her slightly slender figure, attractive waist, and stockings wrapped in matte black stockings, this girl has a mysterious and quiet charm that surprised the students and teachers present.
But when she spoke, her light voice was so delicate that even though they were far apart, it seemed to be whispering in their ears. Maybe after today, many people will not remember the content of this girl's speech, but only That delicate and gentle voice makes people think about it again and again.
The hall became quiet, as if apart from the voice of the girl on the stage, even the sound of feathers falling on the ground could be heard.
Regarding this situation, Heshia didn't notice it at first, and just concentrated on reciting the manuscript she had written in advance. But halfway through, the increasingly quiet scene finally made her couldn't help but look up.
What a pair of dreamy eyes they are, like a deer stepping out of the forest for the first time. There is a hint of agility in the timidity, but there is also a touch of strength in the eyes. The blue in them is like the flowing light of the night, which makes people addicted. in.
Getting rid of the shadow of the past and gradually being encouraged by friends and teachers, the girl finally bloomed with her own special color. Unlike her sister Themisia's pride and breathtaking beauty, Hesia is so restrained and quiet, stable and gentle. Under the surface, there is an extremely strong heart.
She will still be shy or slightly timid, but this will not stop the heart that has been freed from the shackles. Perhaps the girl who still retains this will be more lovable.
At the end of the speech, after a long silence, countless applause broke out. The various questions and challenges that she thought she would face never came, which made the girl feel relieved but worried.
What's reassuring is that this level has finally passed. What's worrying is whether she has really passed the challenge. After all, there is no sense of reality at all.
(End of chapter)
