The Crimson Magister Chapter 90: V3-C18: Travel [1]

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V3-C18: Travel [1] Aqua left the kitchen carrying a bag full of edible items, from sweets to pastries. He put in a lot of effort, and it would be a shame not to enjoy them. She lifted the bag in front of her face and wryly. Thanks, teacher, I appreciate it. “I guess I can head out to the departure point.” She gently placed the bag into her void storage and headed out of the palace. Even the guards moved away from her path. Ugh, well, no matter. The important people are not afraid of me. Aqua shook her head. Agonizing over some rumors was something she was unwilling to commit her mind to, especially now that she had an exciting opportunity to gain new experiences and an important task from Sun God. She passed toward the royal stables where a carriage was prepared for them. The servants were brushing the drakes and inspecting the carriage. They stood with their heads tall, and their gazes were sharp. She placed her hands in a V shape and approached. A young elven girl took notice of her, and she tugged at the sleeve of a taller male. The duo’s eyes went wide. They suppressed their fear and approached. “M’lady Aqua.” Both of them bowed, and a bead of sweat rolled down the man’s face. “The transport is ready. We will leave at once.” “Mhm, I see. Thank you.” Aqua cracked a slight smile. They might have been scared, but they were appropriately conducting their duties. They turned their gazes toward each other, then nodded and rushed toward the remaining servants. Come on, it’s not even the most brutal execution I’ve done. She needed to learn what the rumors spoke about her. If the servants were so terrified, then it meant that she was most certainly considered a terrible monster. Aqua crossed her arms and her gaze washed over the prepared transport. It was an identical carriage as Sheira’s attacked transport. “They could have given her a different color at least.” She shook her head. For most, riding in the same transport they were attacked and kidnapped in wouldn’t be comfortable; fortunately, Sheira didn’t even seem to hold a grudge. She is definitely a bigger person than I am. The servants finished the preparations, and they quickly made their way out of the stables. “Lady Aqua, we are finished here. Please excuse us.” The young servant girl curtseyed before quickly leaving the premises. She nodded, her eyes noticing only a single man remaining. He was their driver and was apparently deep asleep in his seat. No point in waking him. She clicked her tongue while inspecting the stables. Despite its name, it did not smell of animal waste, nor was it filled with hay or any other animal maintenance product. It was most certainly the front part of the stables meant to act as a harbor where the royals and nobles would depart from. They are really clean. Her gaze shifted toward the entrance. At any moment, Sheira and Azure were supposed to arrive. I guess I am a bit early. Not sleeping made her anxious to arrive just on time, yet the girls with whom she was supposed to go were most likely asleep. She crossed her arms again and approached the beasts of burden. Unlike the sentient creatures, it was not afraid of her, although it had shrunk back slightly. Aqua brought her hand in front of the reptile’s nose, letting it sniff her. “Here, big boy, I won’t hurt you.” After it sniffed her hand, she gently moved it on top of its head. It rumbled, its forms quivering. With a loud thud, it lay down, letting Aqua pet its dull green scales. “Despite being so big, you are really cuddly, huh?” Aqua placed a second hand and rubbed the lizard-like creature. “Did they feed you?” She tilted her head. The beast seemed plump and almost sparkly clean. Its head turned toward her, closing in on her face. She blinked. It opened its mouth. And then licked her across the face. “Hey!” Aqua squealed, taking a step back. “I didn’t offer myself as food!” She held her pointer finger in front of her face, “Bad boy!” The beast slumped down, its eyes dimming slightly. “Y…