In the library at the Ztatzav Orphanage,
“You are welcome, Madame. If you need help, you can contact me.” Alexa offered herself sincerely. A pair of hazel eyes radiated sincerity so that anyone who looked at them would know the girl’s sincerity.
“Of course. So, choose any book you like, then read it here. If you want to borrow, you have to report ahead. There is an assistant there. If she does not want to serve, just report it to me,” Madame Oislon ordered seriously.
“Okay, thank you, Madame,” said Alexa happily. As soon as possible, the intelligent girl turned around and continued the postponed activities.
To be honest. Where is there a polite teenager Alexa in this orphanage? Only she is willing to help selflessly, even offering herself. I always support and defend you, my precious. Even though the head of the orphanage and her deputy do not like it, thought Madame Oislon as she stared at Alexa’s back, which was getting further away.
Some orphanage children who looked at Alexa without further ado looked away sarcastically. In contrast, others flinched as if looking at a terrifying ghost. This moment made the first daughter of the couple, Tristian Varden Writh and Lavena Isolda Keira sad, but this was not shown directly. She did not choose a book but immediately looked for what she wanted. When she got there, the young girl with white skin was sitting near the window. The existing chairs were rotten but strong enough to support body weight.
What did I do wrong? They all acted strang as if they had seen a ghost, which made me even sadder. Luckily, Madame Oislon still had the same attitude, so she didn’t feel one hundred per cent lonely. Unfortunately, I am still a teenager, so I must stay here a bit longer. I wish I were twenty years old. Ah, yes, it is my birthday soon. Is it okay to make a wish? I really want to meet Mom and Dad. It can happen if they are still alive, thought the sharp-nosed girl. She seemed to forget about Goddess Magia’s blessings about her parents.
The window in front of the young girl was being opened, so a gentle breeze came into the room. The gust hit the beautiful face of the girl who was pensive. For a moment, sadness enveloped her, but Alexa tried to remain strong.
It would do better just to read the textbook so I can graduate faster and leave this place. But if I leave the orphanage, where will I live and work? I do not know anyone out there. Hopefully, the Moon Goddess who came to me in my dream will have mercy and provide a way out, Alexa hoped.
Alexa opened the study notebook she brought as soon as possible. He tried to hide his sadness. Not far from there, two people were sitting near the window. Still, only one person did not like the presence of Lavena Isolda Keira and Tristian Varden Writh’s first daughter.
“How can a girl who has evil magical powers still be allowed to live in this orphanage?” A girl’s voice, but there was a cynical tone.
The distance between them and Alexa was not too far, only three to four chairs apart, and they did not even forget to cast fierce glances when they saw her reading a book alone.
“I do not know, Rentz. Just ask Madame Aufrodine directly. If you have the guts,” answered his friend, a blonde boy. From his physical characteristics, height, and well-built, his age was estimated to be between sixteen and seventeen years old.
“Why do I have to ask Madame Aufrodine? Aren’t you afraid of Alexa? She is a witch and has even caused Odessa’s beautiful face to be damaged because of her magic. If you get close to her, you might be crushed to death!” Rentz denied quickly.
“I have never caused any trouble, so why should I be afraid? Honestly, as long as the girl lived here, no one committed any crime, and only the five children who were known for bullying always did it. Has Alexa been mean to you? You do not even talk to each other, nor her close friends. How can you know her true character? Remember, all evil people will be rewarded with painful punishment from Lord Brazakh. You are the same as Odessa, both evil-hearted and foul-mouthed,” said the young man casually.
“What do you mean? Why do you defend her?” Rentz asked, with a red face.
“I said the truth, why be angry? If you are a good girl then believing rumours will not be easy. If you are jealous of Alexa’s beauty, just say so. Girls will always hate prettier girls because of what? Because you can’t be like what you hate. Never mind, why start a fight in the library? If Madame Oilon hears a noise, you will definitely be scolded,” the male voice answered in the same tone.
Rentz, who heard those words, immediately fell silent and did not argue any further.
Damn it! Why did the guy I like defend Alexa? Could it be that Ruyger fell in love with that witch? Fuck, this can’t be happening! Thought the girl who had a pair of brilliant blue eyes.
Alexa felt uncomfortable because she could hear all the conversations.
Why am I always the one to blame? Who is spreading gossip about Odessa? Even though at that time, let alone watering, there was no such thing as touching the girl! How can I flush the liquid she brought if there is no touch? How unfair! It’s a shame that Aileen and Adaline are gone, because…
“Alexa, szhaitorich aegrzauth verdiontz germizth. Zhatisvath! Ratishzth demortizath!” [1] The strange sounds sound soft to the ear.
The girl immediately fell silent because the same voice as one week ago had appeared again.
I felt familiar with the sound just now. It said someone would burn my room and warned me to leave quickly. Could it be Odessa? But I can’t just make accusations because, without evidence, it could be problematic later. It is better to go back to my room now, thought Alexa.
Without wasting any time, a young lady, who had a height of one hundred and seventy centimetres tall, immediately got up, carrying the book that had been placed on the table. Several people who saw this looked at her suspiciously, like she was taking an infectious disease. However, Alexa ignored all of this.
Alexa was already outside the library and had not forgotten to close the door. The hazel-eyed girl rushed towards the girls’ dormitory because she had a bad feeling. She did not want something wrong to happen if she arrived late at her destination.
“Alexa, szhaitorich aegrzauth verdiontz germizth. Zhatisvath! Ratishzth demortizath!” The voice came back as if it was asking the young woman to walk faster.
What was really going on? Who wants to set fire to my room? In the orphanage, the only one who is likely to do it is Odessa. His other four friends, Drena, Frazto, Druz, and Shul, were never as evil as her. Could it be that the girl has planned something nasty? Alexa was thinking and worried.
Without Alexa realizing it, the suspected person had appeared in the front hallway of her room. Odessa let out a terrible smirk. In her hand was a torch that had been prepared from the room.
“Alexa, you have ruined my face. Whatever medicine is used, it cannot make the burn disappear; it can even get worse. You have to pay for everything that has happened, especially the loss of my beauty!” she said hatefully.
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[1] Szhaitorich aegrzauth verdiontz germizth. Zhatisvath! Ratishzth demortizath! = Be careful. Someone will burn your room. Hurry! Do not waste time!