Chapter 27: Chapter 27 Hair Braiding
For more than two and a half hours we discussed everything related to 'The Magus Games', little things that became clues to the game, which until now had not been thought of. After the announcement that 'The Magus Games' was being held again, there was no further detailed explanation of what kind of game we would be playing.
The only information we got from Professor Lupine is that the possible place, for the game is in an arena in the middle of the forest.
Lyra, Helen, and I with two people we just met, namely Gray and Minerva. We read all the thick books during the whole day on the train. David, Finral, and Wendy, those three people are lazy. Noah and Minerva were busy opening books, they both chose to sit separately. Especially Gray, who has his world, plugs his ears with a black object in his ears.
I'm still not familiar with all of them, especially David. I often have disagreements with him and when I meet him in a situation like this, I have to be able to put my ego aside. Because of this game, a game they make is not only about the pride of the Hill Valley district, but the lives that are brought into the game.
"We will arrive at Calista tomorrow afternoon. There will be an important schedule for you to do before the welcoming ceremony."
Professor Lupine had pudding in his hand, sitting on the long sofa. The man was very comfortable with the luxurious facilities on the train.
"We just left at noon, we'll be there tomorrow," said Lyra.
A scornful laugh came from David. "You are indeed a poor girl. Calista's luxurious carriage cannot be compared to the old Hill Valley carriage."
"Oh, that means you often travel by old train. Don't you have a lot of money?" Lyra quipped back.
I could only stare blankly, the war of words broke out again. It seems that the mayor's wife, during her pregnancy, really wanted a girl, but unfortunately, what came out was a boy, with a spicy mouth like a girl. David could have changed his clothes into a dress or skirt, he deserved to be a girl with a spicy mouth.
Lyra seemed to have great energy, her voice even rose an octave. Now, Lyra is not alone when arguing with David, Helen is there to help her. The pale girl still couldn't accept David mocking her.
It's already late at night, tomorrow our journey will arrive at noon. My body is very tired. In the room, there is a cupboard and there are nightgowns available, I changed into the nightgowns provided.
The second time I lay down on the soft mattress. My eyes are very heavy. I had just fallen asleep and almost entered dreamland when a knock on the door woke me up. The bedroom door slid to the side. Lyra is wearing a pink nightgown that looks cute, and her long hair which is usually braided is now left loose.
I held back my smile as best as I could, not wanting to see that right now I was stunned by his appearance. Lyra came to my room while hugging a pillow.
"I can't sleep."
Today's events traumatized Lyra again. The girl is indeed strong, trying to overcome her trauma, but it is not easy at all. I've known Lyra for a very long time. Let Lyra sleep on the bed, while I sleep on the long sofa.
But Lyra was still very traumatized and her little hands gripped mine so tightly, not wanting to let me go. Like it or not, I lay down beside Lyra, gently stroking her head.
I did this because Lyra is my best friend, apart from being a friend, I consider her like my sis. I couldn't just ignore it. On the other hand, there was a strange feeling starting to grow inside me.
Feeling sleepy attack again. Lyra was fast asleep, her breathing even. The girl's face was so close, I could feel her breath on my face. Her curly eyelashes, beautiful face, and cute little lips.
This strange feeling came back again.
No, no, no. These feelings should not be present. Lyra is my best friend, I consider that girl like my own sister. There's no way I could have feelings for her.
Because the girl was fast asleep. I slowly and quietly got out of bed, trying not to wake her. I chose to sleep on the long sofa. Within seconds, I was fast asleep, back to dreamland.
I fell asleep for a long time, it was already morning. I got up and stretched my muscles almost stiff muscles also looked cheerful today, the girl returned to her room and immediately cleaned her body.
Bathroom in the train. I don't know what to call it. This bathroom is equipped with quite a lot of facilities, there are lots of buttons that I don't understand. I had undressed, and my body was left naked. Cold water wet my head and body. It feels very fresh, not to mention the fragrant aroma of soap that soaks the body.
I came back fresh and put on new clothes in the wardrobe. The clothes I wore yesterday when I got on the train were just sitting in the basket, I don't know who provided these new clothes. Made from the best quality fabric, I didn't want to lose the leather shoes my father gave me.
The others were already at the dining table. Yes, they are friends in academics. Even though I still feel awkward, having to familiarize myself with them, David and the others. Now we are a team. It's impossible to start a fuss again like before.
Lyra and Helen sat with me, the two girls were still not used to sitting with David and the others. What's more, the hostility between David and Lyra is very difficult to quell.
"Morgan, I can't braid my hair myself. This morning I rushed back to my room to shower, so I didn't have time to ask you to braid my hair," said Lyra, tying her long hair carelessly.
"You slept together?!" Helen showed a surprised expression. His voice rose slightly, making several couples look at me and Lyra in astonishment.
"No... Lyra couldn't sleep, so I let her sleep on my bed, while I slept on the sofa. That's it." I quickly explained what happened, not wanting to make them suspicious or have negative opinions.
Helen's lips formed a rounded 'O' shape and she no longer asked many questions, while they, David and the others didn't care and continued eating breakfast without any disturbance. I had breakfast with them at the dining table.
There were still two hours until arriving at Calista. I decided to take a walk in the train carriage. Professor Lupine was not present with us at the dinner table. The man was still in the room, I don't know what the man was doing and I didn't want to disturb him.
Walking around in the train carriage, until I was at the end of the train carriage. This room looks elegant, with large glass windows so I can see the outside view from the window glass. I sat on the curved sofa close to the window glass.
The view of the valley is so beautiful, the green hills provide coolness. I like looking at the green scenery from behind the window panes, especially the train window panes are big, so I can see around the valley outside. The train passes over the valley track, a huge suspension bridge.
Lyra and Helen joined me, enjoying the view. They both finished arguing with David. As I expected, the two girls couldn't be close to David. We have to accept it because we are one team.
"David. He's very arrogant, calling me a poor girl. Don't forget, his father, the mayor, is Calista's sycophant."
Lyra threw her butt on the sofa, the girl's long hair was tied carelessly. Very funny. Her cheeks puffed out, her arms crossed over her chest. She looks cute wearing a shirt and mini skirt, her leather shoes are shiny and look cute. Everything she wore was pink. Lyra shows her cute and feminine side, in contrast to Helen who shows her elegant side in a turquoise shirt and trousers. The pale-skinned girl let half of her hair down and the rest was tied back.
Lyra looks beautiful with her hair in braids and with butterfly hairpins as decoration. Quite amazed by the results I made, Lyra looked happy and cheerful again.
The view of the valley changed, replaced by a very wide lake. I thought about it again, what I saw was not a lake, but a reservoir so large that it looked like a lake. Luxurious trains travel over bridges that span over vast reservoirs. The train drives past a giant dam.
When I went to Calista on an old train, I passed through this valley with a giant dam surrounding Calista. The capital region of Calista is close to Horaces, apart from the Hill Valley which borders Horaces.
Andalus and Horaces had made a peace agreement, but there was no peace stated on paper. The hostility is still clearly visible, in 'The Magus Games'. The seeds of Andalus' hatred are still clearly visible, like a big hole that nothing can cover.
Andalus ignored its people, and Horaces took the opportunity to attack our mentality.
Calista created a large dam surrounding the capital, protecting Calista from Horaces. With a large dam that becomes a fortress. However, allowing the districts to experience misery is beyond Calista's comfort.
For me, Andalus and Horaces are the same. They exploit their hostility at the expense of innocent citizens.
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received Weekly Power Status
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