Under a chiaroscuro sky, Evans returned walking with his usual elegance, behind him came the instructor, Lizet, the holy Rose and 4 other companions.
When Amelia saw him, she did not hold back, she approached and hugged him, he hugged her and said:
-I said I would come back.
-Yes, I knew you would come back. -said Amelia who could not contain her heartbeat.
-Can we walk towards those rocks? -Evans asked him and Amelia took one of his hands to walk next to him.
The two sat together and she asked him:
-What happened?
-What I can tell you here is that the Tigrante left; After that I made some merits for my reputation indirectly and we found the bodies of 9 students. -Evans responded.
-This will be a hard blow for the Academy; but it will create chaos on the continent. -Princess Amelia said upon learning of the death of students.
Amelia rested her head on Evans' shoulder and he began to observe the surroundings, he could smell the smell of blood on the dock, but the presence in the sixth circle had disappeared.
"I think I overcame this attack by the Duchess, without great losses; I must hurry, it will not always be like this"
Evans directed his gaze towards Esfil, she nodded at him, and then he did the same out of courtesy.
-I don't like him. -Princess Amelia said.
-The marquis' daughter? -Evans asked.
-Yes, it's strange, but I just feel that I don't like him; Don't get too close to her or you'll hurt me. -Amelia said with a serene attitude despite her words, since she greatly valued elegance.
-Then I have to give you a reason; I need her help. -Evans told him in a cordial tone.
-Is it also a secret? -Amelia questioned him.
-Ask what you want and I will answer you; but only in private. -Evans said to Amelia in a low voice.
-Alright. -Amelia said and then closed her eyes.
The students were exhausted both physically and psychologically, some had lost their friends and classmates.
When the sun had risen, the Academy ship docked at the dock and the teachers guided the students aboard.
Evans said to the princess who was sleeping on his shoulder:
-Amelia, do you want me to carry you in my arms?
Amelia got up shortly after, trying to quickly overcome her drowsiness, and said to Evans in a calm voice:
-Let's board.
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In a private room inside the ship, the three teachers and the instructors who were not injured were gathered around a table.
-Who do you attribute this attack to? -Carion asked with a serious and firm look. He was clearly outraged and frustrated.
The instructors, due to their status, only remained silent.
Professor Wester asked Carion in a deep tone:
-Who did you catch on that boat?
Female professor Adel looked at Carion, she also wanted to know the answer.
-When I reached the ship, there were hardly any important remains, it was on fire, but I saved the some visible remains of what was a magic circle, the rest were 5 charred humans, I suppose they activated the circle.
-I can't find a reason; It would be strange if someone dared to attack the Academy, but those methods they used, I think it is something that you should discuss very carefully with Director Vilian, because she will not be happy at all. -Professor Wester indicated.
The professors and instructors remained silent as they thought about the attitude female Principal Vilian would take after finding out.
-Evans Qualty, that student helped several students arrive safely, he even protected the princess, don't forget to tell the principal; that student deserves a reward. -Professor Wester said.
-It would be good if someone like him joined the Academy. -Said female professor Adel, who was also surprised to hear several students speak with admiration about Evans Qualty, right after what happened.
Faced with that comment, the two professors remained silent, because they knew that in the vast majority of cases; High-ranking nobles engaged in tragic disputes in which the winner's path was stained by the blood of his own family.
••••
The ship had sailed fast enough that at sunset the next day, the island of Stariar Academy could be seen.
"It must have been an inquisitor; the holy Rose must have guided him to me; if the instructor had not arrived, it would have been a very unpleasant end for everyone"
Evans subtly covered his eyes with his hands as he leaned on the railing.
-I'm sorry, I couldn't stop Lizet; Or rather, I didn't know if I should do it. -Said Karven who had just approached.
A few meters from Karven were Hana and Cristal who looked expectant.
"I don't know what to say; thanks to that Lizet helped look for me and they found me before an unwanted confrontation began"
Evans stood up, put his hand on Karven's shoulder and said in a cordial tone:
-You shouldn't worry; You should only make decisions that allow you to live without regrets.
Karven nodded, but before he could speak, Evans said:
-Although some training will help you live with your decisions.
"Training or torture," Karven thought, swallowing hard, then the two walked towards Hana and Cristal to walk to the small cafeteria inside the ship where the rest of his companions were waiting for him.
••••
In a small boat, Bejad sat wearing his dark inquisitor's clothing that hid his appearance; Another subject who was also wearing a tunic but who only wore a white mask without a design on his face, which allowed his reddish brown hair to be seen, was rowing the boat that seemed to be lost in the middle of the immensity of the sea.
-Mr. Bejad; What shall we say to the holy Lord Rinard? -asked the man in the mask whose voice was soft and youthful.
- Tarent, do you remember what I told you? -Bejad asked.
-Everyone is part of the will of the sun. -Tarent responded.
-Yes, if everyone is part of the will of the sun, we will die when we have to die; pain or pleasure are just tests to increase our beliefs; we must not deviate. -Bejad expressed with a depth in his words that showed how faithful he was to his belief.
Tarent nodded and continued rowing until he felt that they had passed through a translucent wall and before them appeared an immense and imposing ship, made of only Limgic wood, with green sails and a flag that symbolized the sacred temple of the Sun. From the top of the ship, they threw a rope; because magic could not be used in the surroundings of the ship due to the restrictive power of the holy lord Abraham
-Let's take the rope, it's time to return. -Bejad said.