The group of the last commoner then proceeded in front of the fountain. In similar manner, their body was basked in blue light as they slowly floated up. One figure in particular floated up higher than the rest.
Aside from the heroine who else could she be?
Observing her deeply, I can’t help but contemplate as I don’t really find her that striking… Compared to Princess Lotte’s, the heroine looked attractive but that is all. For me, it was a beauty where you would feel like you’ll get used to it. Anyway, it may be because right now she has her eyes closed…
The others were already back to their feet but Caramelle – the heroine still floated up in the air. Judging that Caramelle is being enlightened at the moment, the blessing for the aristocrats commenced with their servants going in first.
It was now finally our turn when the heroine slowly descended down. Her enlightenment surely took a long time!
Facing the heroine in close proximity, my previous impression was still there but I feel like somehow there is something with her eyes. Her violet irises were striking against her brown hair. Her previous aura somehow has a tinge of mystery now that her eyes were glittering. Though she wore a common dress, her curves and fair skin was still highlighted.
Gulp.
When our eyes met, I can’t help but gulp down. Somehow her gaze tells me something and I even involuntarily shivered. What’s with the heroine’s aura? I am having goosebumps!
Caramelle was escorted back to her seat while we move towards the fountain. Laying our gifts upon the fountain, I watched closely as the offerings slowly disappeared.
Now please… Please speak out…
I have waited for a while but I could not hear it! I even felt hurried as the head priest began to speak. Forgetting the cold voice for the meantime, I moved discretely near the fountain to peer down but this time, I did not see any image. The water remained still unlike before where ripple appeared. With the Head Priest’s command, the blessing was once again commenced.
I felt that my body was slowly covered with warmth and I could even feel the sensation of slowly floating up. Looking at the others with their closed eyes, I also closed mine.
My mind right now was swirling with thoughts! What was going on? Why is it that I could no longer hear that cold voice and I did not even see some images now! I thought that once I got near the fountain once more, I could see some sort of images again.
When I finally descended, I found Milka looking at me deeply. She displayed a confused look and I could not really tell why. Similar to everyone, I did not stay up there for long…
“What’s wrong?” I curiously asked softly.
Startled, Milka only shook her head and cutely smiled at me while linking arms with me.
“I am only curious what would be our dinner for tonight. I am currently hungry.” Milka cutely voiced out.
Minte on the other hand gently rubbed Milka’s head. “You haven’t had your lunch yet you are already thinking of dinner.” He teased.
While quietly giggling we went back to our seats. Having seated, I was once again assaulted with my dreary feeling and multiple concerns.
Why was the cold voice not speaking out?!
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