[TTH] 36 – Who will the heroine choose? There are too many options to decide. (2)
"No, ... it's nothing. By the way, are we reviewing today's lessons this afternoon?"
"Yes, the morning practicals were fun, weren't they?"
Miranda demonstrates the method of magic control taught in the morning to Zinon, Axel, and Patrick with gestures and body movements, fluttering her dress adorned with orange ribbons on white.
"Like this... you chant and visualise a transparent shield surrounding your body, concentrating it under your feet... see, just like a swaying sea calming down, the replenished magic settles at your feet."
"Hmm? I don't see anything, Miranda?"
Prince Axel squints and frowns, tilting his head. Then, the butler by Miranda's side chuckles bitterly.
"My Lady, Prince Axel is confused. Naturally, you can't see anything. My Lady, you haven't replenished your magic. Miranda, you should start by dealing with the numerous marriage proposals you receive daily."
At the butler's advice, Miranda pouts and glares at him, saying, "You're meddling too much!" Axel and Patrick burst into laughter at Miranda's reaction. Then, Miranda turns to the two of them.
"Oh? Are the gentlemen laughing at a lady?"
"No, no, we wouldn't laugh at such a cute lady, right, Axel?"
"Of course not. Hey, Miranda? If you're still not engaged, you should attend the ball. It's happening at the palace soon. You might find a good match."
"Really? I'd love to go."
"Being invited to a ball hosted by the palace... Lady, it's good that you came to the magic academy."
The butler nods in agreement, seeming deeply moved.
"Prince Axel, not just me, but can Luna Maria attend?"
"Eh? Me??"
Caught off guard by Miranda's suggestion, Luna Maria widens her mint-green eyes in surprise.
"Sure. Luna Maria, will you come to the ball as well?"
Axel asks Luna Maria cheerfully.
Ah.
Could this be... the moment to make a choice?
Depending on the phrase you choose, the subsequent scenario changes like that.
Wait, does that mean Luna Maria is on the Axel route?
I swallow hard and watch Luna Maria closely.
Choice 1→: "May I also go?"
Choice 2→: "I'm excited, I'd love to go."
Choice 3→: "That sounds fun! I'd like to try it!"
"Um... I'm not sure what to do. Let me think about it."
None of the above. What happens now?
Luna Maria doesn't answer Axel and Miranda's proposal straightforwardly. Does that mean she isn't on the Axel route?
Her mint-green eyes seem a little clouded as she looks down. Her fluttering lashes show her confusion.
Her gaze seems to wander towards Zinon as if by accident, and I can see it. Oh no, I'm getting restless.
The gentle sunlight makes Zinon's blond hair sparkle.
His clear blue eyes, framed by long, downcast lashes, cast an enticing shadow.
The nape of his neck, which he's been casually stroking, is heart-stopping s3xy.
Somehow, I couldn't help but feel that Luna Maria was interested in Zinon.
A wave of jealousy seems to surge up from deep within my chest.
I just want to grab Zinon's hand and be alone with him right now.
Am I really this possessive?
"Hey, Your Highness, can I participate in the magic potion-making at the lab you mentioned earlier?"
Karina's magenta eyes are eager as she asks Prince Axel, who looks dubious and turns to Patrick.
"Er, I'm not sure about that. Patrick, do you know?"
"Um, I think it should be fine. Should I ask the vice-principal later? I believe he's in charge of the academy. Karina, are you interested in magic potions?"
At Patrick's words, Karina blushes for some reason.
"Yes... I've always wanted to make a certain magic potion... I can make it during practicals, but I wonder if I can make my preferred magic potion in the lab."
"Hmm... Why not? Want to check the Magic Potion Dictionary later? Most of the ingredients should be available in our magic botanical garden."
At those words, I react.
"I want to go too! I want to check the Magic Dictionary, go to the magic botanical garden, and make a magic potion in the lab!"
At my vehement response, not just Axel and Patrick, but Zinon and Karina are also surprised.
"Sure, why not? Anyone else want to go?"
Patrick looks around at everyone, and Zinon lazily raises his chin.
"I'll go too."
Saying that Zinon glares at me sideways.
"Um,"
Luna Maria timidly raises her hand towards Patrick.
Huh?
Is, is this...
Choice 1→: "May I also come along?"
Choice 2→: "I want to try making a magic potion too."
Choice 3→: "Can I make a magic potion as well?"
"Can I make a magic potion as well?"
Patrick smiles at Luna Maria, who timidly asks.
"It's alright, I'll help you."
Luciano furrows his brows for a moment, a hint of discomfort on his face.
Ah, I don't know, in the end...
Is Luna Maria on the Zinon route? Or the Patrick route?
