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Two days later.
Count Bathist’s Mansion.
In Floral City Pariel, the midday sun of August caused the air above the stone-slab-paved streets to slightly warp, a vehicle slowly coming to a stop in front of this mansion situated in a bustling area.
It was the hereditary mansion of the Bathist Family, whose morning glory iron gate had been coated with a faint layer of rust by the passage of time, with tall poplar trees on either side of the entrance standing guard-like, preserving the dignity and tranquility of this garden.
A blonde girl got out of the car.
She was wearing a thin summer dress without sleeves, which formed a perfect line from her shoulder down to her neatly manicured nails.
The loose design seemed very airy and lightweight.
Presumably, thanks to her regular exercise, the figure slightly revealed was very ideal.
She hadn’t returned home for a month.
Her name was Christina, the eldest daughter of this family, with an older brother five years her senior and a younger sister, and her cousins also lived with them.
One could say that the Count Bathist’s Mansion was a rather large family.
Christina loved her family members very much.
Last month, she went to the eastern Kingdom of Yarolan and attended the first grade at the Royal Arolan Academy.
It was now the public holiday, so she returned.
Public holidays in the Kingdom of Yarolan usually lasted a week, and counting the previous weekend, there would be a total of nine days off.
If she skipped two more days of classes, she could have an eleven-day long holiday, which was more than enough time even to return to the Poseen Kingdom.
Although the reputation of the Bathist Count’s family in the local area was never too good, they lived comfortably on the achievements and foundations of their ancestors.
But her family had always been very kind to her.
She had been pampered since she was young.
This also led to her being known locally as Christina Baptiste, the villainous noble’s daughter.
As she grew older, and through interactions with her peers, Christina gradually realized some of the family’s behaviors and habits were quite foolish.
For this reason, she chose to study abroad in the Kingdom of Yarolan.
In the new environment, she felt rejuvenated.
No longer prejudiced against her, people actually considered her a true lady of grace because of the poise she had developed from childhood.
"How wonderful." 𝑛𝑜𝑣𝑝𝑢𝘣.𝘤𝑜𝘮
The summer midday air of Floral City Pariel, long missed, caressed Christina’s face.
The one month of school life had been very pleasant for her.
Of course, she also missed Floral City Pariel every moment.
As soon as she had the chance, Christina came back.
She believed that her family members must still be as charming as ever.
Christina proudly raised the back of her hand and lightly flicked her golden long hair.
Indeed, everything was a matter of effort.
As long as she tried, she could also become a well-regarded Earl’s Daughter.
One day she would clear her name of the villainous noble’s daughter reputation.
"Right, it seems that Carlen is also coming to the Poseen Kingdom to take the Platinum Level Card Maker’s exam, I wonder if there is a chance to meet her."
Christina mumbled to herself, holding her carry-on small suitcase.
At their Royal Arolan Academy, a third-grade Gold-level Card Maker with quite a bit of popularity, adored and idolized by many, was also the kind of angelic woman Christina aspired to become.
No long after she enrolled, Christina had heard many stories about her seniors.
Of course.
There was also last year’s academic visit to Ichrite Academy in which only half returned.
It was said that the student council of Ichrite Academy were a group of unimaginable beasts, capable of doing anything.
The dean of Ichrite Wise Academy was also a scandal-plagued individual, with reputation fluctuating back and forth, with increasingly outrageous news.
Having thought it over, Christina did not choose to study abroad at the turbulent Ichrite Academy and opted for the more reputably stable Royal Arolan Academy instead.
In a short while, the driver who brought her back had already removed the larger suitcase, and the familiar maids came to greet her and took over her luggage.
"Miss, the master and madam are both at home, and it just so happens to be lunchtime. They weren’t sure when you would arrive so they didn’t wait, but if you go directly to the dining room now, you can probably just make it for the meal," the maid said.
"No problem, by the way, has there been any change in the mansion over the past month?"
Christina nodded.
It was Saturday, so her family was likely at home.
"Hardly any, but if there’s one thing to mention, it’s that we have a new butler."
"Good."
Christina walked into the garden with the maids, laughing and chatting, and a row of neatly arranged flowerbeds appeared before them.
From the passionate red roses to the refreshing bluebells, each bloom swayed in the summer breeze. The pathway was neatly separated by manicured hedges, making every step feel like they were in a fairy tale world.
In the distance, the mansion, with its intricately carved window frames and balcony railings adorned with stone-carved flowers, every minute detail a testament to the artisan’s exquisite craftsmanship and the owner’s opulence.
Gazing at her family home from afar, Christina’s heart filled with warmth and excitement.
Though her life studying abroad in the Kingdom of Yarolan was fulfilling, the thought of this home always brought an uncontrollable surge of belonging.
Christina quickly found herself back inside the Count Bathist’s Mansion.
She went straight through a series of corridors and porches and entered the mansion’s spacious dining room on the ground floor.
It was a hundred square meter room filled with the faint scent of classic furniture, large windows bringing in soft natural light that reflected off the tablecloths and silverware. A long dining table was set in the center, covered with Poseen delicacies, while delicate play of lights danced across the cutlery, the crisp sound of porcelain clashing adding vitality to the peaceful afternoon.
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