12. The atrocity of the wolf
Alice's house has two extra guests, specifically two imps who are uncomfortable, but have to take care of. They are the children of "witches", but they are not much different from their peers; they should strive to inherit the family business, but they want to become "heroes" in other fields; they are not afraid of the devil, they do whatever they want, but they also invite the danger of hibernation.
The two elders hugged and gave a please, it was really hard to refuse, if it weren't for them, the twin Alice really wouldn't be interested in discipline at all. Especially...... A certain sister who should be a role model for her younger brother is still a little cute when she is quiet, but ......
"Humph!"
Even in front of Teacher Rosie, Winnie still finished saying "hello" to Alice in an unpleasant way of shaking her head and pouting. Her brother, on the other hand, was noticeably more polite, though his eyes wandered around like his sister after that.
It was a curious and nervous gaze, and although Winnie would certainly not admit it, she and William now looked like children who had come to a friend's house for the first time, trying desperately to understand other people's affairs, but they were too nervous to move.
A child, after all, is still a child.
"Luna, lead them around. After a pause, Alice added with trepidation, "You two, the flowers in the garden are not weeds, don't break them indiscriminately!"
"Well, no, don't treat me like a child!"
After pouting and giving Alice another roll of the eye, Winnie pulled her brother and ran away.
I guess I want to play, although the presence of Teacher Rosie must also be the reason why they are impatient to leave. Children will always have an inexplicable sense of awe for their teachers.
With the departure of Luna, the "nurseryman", the atmosphere in the room also cools down along with the silence. Irina was still drinking tea in the corner of the table, and she was one of the few people who didn't want to provoke Winnie, who was not afraid of heaven and earth. Teacher Rosie, who had arrived in the dust, seemed to have something to say, but she had just kept silent because of the presence of the children.
Now, it should be fine, although the atmosphere is a little scary. If Teacher Rosie was just "tired" before, then now she seems to have added a little other emotion to her face. It was sad and angry, but Alice couldn't figure it out anyway.
"You have to take good care of them, naughty children. β
For a long time, the gloomy look did not subside from Rosie's face, and it was clear that this respected witch had never behaved so much like a "witch" in front of her juniors. Is it due to exertion or ...... What about deliberate metaphors?
"If you can, take them to a distant place during this time, and don't stay here any longer. β
"Huh, that's what I was going to do. Alice was stunned, the original plan was to take the twins on a tour before the "kidnapping case" was solved, and enjoy life while also being away from the changes in the city.
That's right, that's what the original plan was, it's just ...... It's strange to get such news from Ms. Rosie.
"But Miss Rosie...... Why are you in such a hurry?"
Could it be that the dead twins offended some bad people......? Obviously a gang that committed crimes, how could they have any status, taking a step back, Winnie and William are not ordinary people.
"It's a professional organization. There was silence after Alice's question, but eventually Rosie said what she hadn't intended to tell Alice.
Whether it's good or bad, it's not for sure, the only thing you know is that you can tell if it's a topic that isn't a pleasant topic from how you feel.
"We ...... We are not convenient yet. β
The "witch" was angry, and there was a hint of sadness along the way. It was Alice's inexplicable feeling, "It wouldn't have been anything, but...... Some of them...... Killed. β
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Irina put her teacup down, and was she listening?
Who did it, who killed whom? I don't understand, teacher, even if you say this, you still can't understand it, you still can't understand it! Or do you ...... Isn't it just talking to a magician named "Alice" in front of you?
In that case, what the hell are you ......
"There wasn't a single survivor, and the ground was littered with corpses and broken bones, like scraps that had been spit out in a blender. Rosie uncharacteristically described in a barely intolerable way that she wasn't a liar or an exaggeration, so the scenes in her words must be true.
"We didn't notice until the stench spread in the sun, but all we could do was collect the bodies. Despite the abominable nature of the offender, the perpetrator cannot be called a hero, and ...... She ruined all the good things in the world for a moment. β
"Teacher ......"
"Ah......h
If you wake up, don't say these things that seem to be understandable but don't make people feel at ease. I always feel that the dirt in the words is hidden around here.
"I'm sorry, but I've been babbling lately. Rosie shook her head, quickly regaining her usual smile. Gentle and beautiful, although it is also obvious with indelible black spots. Her gaze was on Irina, as if she was also asking for the opinion of the other student who didn't talk much.
"Anyway, it's been a lot of danger in the city lately, so take those two kids to a cool place for a vacation. Enjoy having a great time, after all, you're still kids, aren't you?"
"I will. β
Irina nodded, then stood up and left the tea-drinking seat. Apparently going to rest, she also brought with her the sketch of her that had been placed on the table because she had nowhere to put it.
It was the work of the painter "White" that Letty longed for, and according to Letty, Shiro, who never painted easily, must have been infected by Irina's smile at the time, so he would improvise and give it away. Then, the "princess" surrounded by children in the photo frame must also have the power to infect anyone's emotions.
Therefore, the awkward atmosphere between Irina and Teacher Rosie that I accidentally felt just now must also be an illusion. How could there be a ...... between Irina, who listens to Rosie's words very much, and the witch teacher who loves her students What about the intimidating atmosphere?
That's right. I hope that this trip can wash away the irritability that has lingered since the previous few days, so don't show abnormal gloom anymore.
"Irina......