If only
They say the eyes are the mirror of the soul; in them you can see what a person is silent about and what the soul suffers from.
And that day I saw two pairs of eyes. One of them had blue eyes, like a clear sky on a summer day.
Others were dark, like the surface of the ocean reflecting the night sky.
I read regret in their looks. There are many regrets: about words spoken and unspoken, about mistakes, about wounds inflicted and about the meeting. “It’s a pity that we met tonight...”
Looking into each other's eyes for the last time, they rushed into battle. Now everything depends on them and the outcome of the battle. One victory will end the whole story. One death... One death will free two souls...
Harabi Kurosaki
If I hadn't met you then...
The fire in the fireplace warmed the small room. Tree branches knocked on the windows, and the wind roared outside.
The girl, wrapped in a thick blanket, looked at the flames in the fireplace and swayed from side to side.
The crackling in the fireplace did not stop, and the book thrown into the fire had already turned black. The pages were bent, some were already burned, but the thick cover of the book did not succumb to the fire.
Sighing heavily, the girl rubbed her eyes. Red and swollen from lack of sleep, the eyes slowly closed. Looking at the fireplace, she crawled out from under the blanket. Her long black hair was disheveled, her nightgown was wrinkled, and her snow-white skin was red in places with irritation.
Bare feet touched the cold floor. The girl slowly walked up to the window and touched the glass with her fingers.
Harabi Kurosaki
So cold...
Harabi Kurosaki
Quite early this year.
An unexpected knock on the door distracted the girl's attention.
Harabi Kurosaki
Who's there?
Maid （Laura)
Ms. Kurosaki, I brought you a letter. This is from the academy
Harabi Kurosaki
Come in, the door is not locked
Maid （Laura)
Madam, you woke up at a late hour again.
Harabi Kurosaki
Insomnia... You said that the letter arrived...
Maid （Laura)
Yes, here it is. It has just arrived, I thought I’d bring it in the morning...
Maid （Laura)
But I have noticed the light in your room
Harabi Kurosaki
Thank you.
With trembling fingers, Harabi grabbed the letter. Taking her time to open the envelope, the girl twirled it in her hands.
Maid （Laura)
Are you worried?
Harabi Kurosaki
Too worried... What if I didn't pass?
Maid （Laura)
Don't be so pessimistic. I'm sure everything worked out.
Maid （Laura)
You've been preparing for your exams for a whole year.
Taking a deep breath, the girl tore the envelope and unfolded the letter. Her eyes slowly moved along the lines...
Harabi Kurosaki
Dear Kurosaki Harabi.... Hmm... We would like to inform you.... yeah... Your test results were the highest among those who passed... We are waiting for you at the Eden Chronicles Academy.. ..
Harabi Kurosaki
It turns out... I passed? Did I pass?
Maid （Laura)
Congratulations, madam.
Harabi Kurosaki
I did it! I did it! Look, I am the best.
Maid （Laura)
Not so loud, madam.
Harabi Kurosaki
I'm sorry... I'm sorry... I'm so happy... I would like to tell my mother about this as soon as possible. And to my father and brother.
Maid （Laura)
They will be happy
Harabi Kurosaki
I am finally able to get out of these walls...
Harabi Kurosaki
Do you think I can successfully graduate from the academy?
Maid （Laura)
You have just passed the exam... It’s too early to worry about graduation
Harabi Kurosaki
I am so excited.
Maid （Laura)
You'll have to wait another month, but now you need to sleep. If your mother sees your eyes, it will be bad for both of us.
Harabi Kurosaki
You're right... as usual, hahahah
Maid （Laura)
Get into the bed, I'll put out the fireplace
The maid gently stroked the girl's back and directed her to the bed. Covering her with a warm blanket, she ran her hand through her silky hair.
Taking a jug of water, she looked at the fire. Her attention was drawn to the black cover with burnt pages inside. Looking questioningly at the young mistress, the maid smiled sadly.
Maid （Laura)
You burn all of Meruka's diaries again. Don't you feel sorry for them?
Harabi Kurosaki
They just collect dust on the shelves.
Harabi Kurosaki
There's nothing interesting about them anyway; my sister didn't write anything important.
Maid （Laura)
If I were you, I would save them.
Harabi Kurosaki
They only bring sadness to the whole house.
Maid （Laura)
Meruka Kurosaki was the golden child; I still remember how she and I baked cookies together.
Maid （Laura)
She loved you so much, she always baked your favorite ones.
Maid （Laura)
She would be happy that you entered the academy.
Maid （Laura)
Okay, I'll put out the fire. Good night, madam
Harabi Kurosaki
Good night, tomorrow is a big day.
The maid smiled as she removed the remains from the fireplace, quietly left the room and headed further down the corridor.
Harabi looked at the window one last time and slowly closed her eyes. . A slight smile of happiness appeared on her face.
Harabi Kurosaki
I will meet everyone again soon...
The city of Nox is a great place to live, located in the north of Misty Island.
The city is famous for its textiles and national dishes. Only here could people find what they had been looking for all their lives. Peace.
The mountain peaks surrounding the city seemed like mighty giants, protecting it from all troubles.
In such a beautiful place one could only complain about low temperatures and frequent snowfalls.
Harabi Kurosaki
I am so glad that the sun is shining today.
Maid （Laura)
Quite a rare occurrence in Nox, don't you think, madam?
Harabi Kurosaki
Everything is in honor of me.
Maid （Laura)
You're right, today is an important day.
Harabi Kurosaki
Well, the suitcases are packed.
Maid （Laura)
Are you sure that two suitcases is enough for you?
Harabi Kurosaki
Why do I need a lot of things, especially since I’m coming here on holidays.
Maid （Laura)
Are you sure I don't need to come with you?
Harabi Kurosaki
No, don't worry. I'm turning 16 soon, so I'm old enough to take care of myself. Moreover, I'm already better at using magic.
The brunette waved her hand, and the book lying on the windowsill flew into the air
the book has flown up to the girl's hands, and it fell to the floor.
Harabi Kurosaki
Oh... I planned for it to fall
Maid （Laura)
I'm not worried about magic, you'll be studying it for a whole year anyway. About your health...
Harabi Kurosaki
Look, the Academy is out of town Nox, so the climate there is definitely much warmer.
Harabi Kurosaki
I'll be fine. I'm as healthy as a wolf.
Maid （Laura)
I can't believe Madam Nemura let you go.
Harabi Kurosaki
Well, mom understands that it’s time to develop my skills.
Maid （Laura)
Ms.Kurosaki, please be careful. Your mother will not survive another death of her daughter.
Harabi Kurosaki
Don't worry about it, I'll be careful.
Harabi Kurosaki
Well, it's time for us to go, I'll carry the suitcases myself.
Harabi Kurosaki
Have a nice holiday, you deserve a vacation.
Maid （Laura)
Before you go, let me give you this.
The maid handed the girl a small amulet in the shape of the Moon.
Maid （Laura)
When you were little, I bought it for your birthday. But you were so small that I thought you didn't need it. But now...
Harabi Kurosaki
Is this a talisman?
Maid （Laura)
Blessing magic was cast on it. I think now is the best time.
Harabi Kurosaki
Thank you very much, thank you for everything.
Maid （Laura)
I will miss you.
Harabi Kurosaki
I will come back in winter, I promise. Well, goodbye.
Two suitcases took off and followed the girl. Leaving the room, she headed towards the main hall.
Three people were already waiting for her: Kurosaki Norio, Kurosaki Nemura and the butler.
Kurosaki Norio was the head of the Kurosaki family. This family ruled and protected the city of Nox for centuries. The current head of the family, Kurosaki Norio is married to Kurosaki Nemura
Kurosaki Nemura
Harabi, come here...
Harabi Kurosaki
Mom, thank you for letting me.
Kurosaki Norio
The butler will load your belongings into the carriage. It's time for you to go if you don't want to miss the train.
Kurosaki Norio
I'm sorry Ryu isn't here. He would like to see how you have grown.
Kurosaki Nemura
And Meruki... My children have grown up so fast.
Harabi Kurosaki
Mom, dad, I'll take care of myself. I'll come in winter, I promise.
Harabi Kurosaki
And maybe I'll even meet Ryu at the academy. Who knows, maybe he is still studying.
Kurosaki Norio
If only your older brother would decide to come for at least a week.
Harabi Kurosaki
Not his style.
Kurosaki Nemura
I am so glad, that Ryu is there to look after you.
Harabi Kurosaki
Moooom....
Kurosaki Norio
It's time for you to go, Harabi.
Harabi Kurosaki
I'm off. Thank you for everything. See you later.
Harabi Kurosaki
I love you
Kurosaki Nemura
We love you, too
After saying goodbye to her family, the girl climbed into the carriage. Looking at her family's home, she smiled.
In a few hours she will be in another city and in a different environment of people.
For the first time in 15 years, Harabi leaves her hometown. Taking a deep breath, she smiled.
An hour later she was already at the station and, together with the butler, was waiting for the train.
Harabi Kurosaki
Besides me, is there anyone else who will go to the academy?
Butler
Mr. Norio said that the eldest son of the Morgan family and the daughter of the Lawrence family will go with you.
Harabi Kurosaki
Why am I only finding out about this now?
Harabi Kurosaki
When will they arrive?
Morgan Gray
We arrived at the station a long time ago and were waiting for you.
A deep voice was heard from behind the girl. Turning around, she saw a guy with fiery red hair.
Smiling slyly, he leaned his elbows on the wall.
Harabi Kurosaki
Pardon me?
Morgan Gray
Let me introduce myself, I'm Morgan Gray. You may have heard about me; our families have been friends for a long time.
Harabi Kurosaki
I see, It's nice to see you. I am...
Morgan Gray
Kurosaki Harabi, I know. Daughter of the Kurosaki family who has never appeared in public.
Morgan Gray
We have heard the rumors that you might be dead.
Morgan Gray
Well, you know, they say that you died, just like your older sister...
Butler
Morgan Gray, show your respect. Even if Kurosaki Harabi is younger than you. The Kurosaki family leads the city of Nox.
Butler
If you speak ill of the youngest daughter of the Kurosaki family, you will turn against the entire city.
Morgan Gray
You are right... I didn’t want to offend her, I just wanted to convey to her the situation that is happening around her person.
Harabi Kurosaki
If you say so.
Harabi Kurosaki
We have to go, now
Harabi Kurosaki
Sorry, but it seems we have to leave you here alone.
Harabi Kurosaki
See you at a academy, if we ever find each other.
Morgan Gray
See you soon...
"Looking into his eyes, Harabi turned away. At that moment, it was announced that the train to the academy was now arriving.
Taking a deep breath, the girl threw away all bad thoughts."
Butler
Madam, how do you feel?
Harabi Kurosaki
Nervous, my legs are shaking and my heart is ready to jump out of my chest.
Butler
Hahaha It seems, you're not ready?
Harabi Kurosaki
I am 100% ready. I've been waiting for this moment for ages
Butler
I had no doubt... Good luck madam, and never forget, we're always here for you
Harabi Kurosaki
Thank you for everything. I will be back soon.
Harabi Kurosaki
I'll become a great magician like my father. Just wait for it
Butler
I am sure you'll be.
A strong stream of wind hit her in the face. Stepping back due to a gust of wind, Kharabi looked around and tried not to blink. She wanted to see everything.
Suddenly it became too bright and she closed her eyes.
A few seconds passed and she heard the train stop.
There was a long train ahead of her. It looked intimidating and was not like the other trains on which her parents left for other cities.
The doors of the carriages opened, and the first to emerge were young boys and girls with papers in their hands.
They were dressed in the same strict uniform.
Red jackets with a chain running from the collar to the chest. The sleeves had hexagonal star buttons. Academy emblem.
Harabi Kurosaki
Students from the academy...
Several guys in knight uniforms stood behind the students. And a girl with dark violet hair stepped forward. A turquoise strand of her hair covered her bright amber eyes.
The girl was also wearing an academy uniform, but it was somehow different. On the chest, at the end of the chain, you could see a large badge with her name.
Harabi Kurosaki
Queen's daughter...
Adena Redheart
Good day, dear passengers. The train to the academy arrived in the city of Nox.
Adena Redheart
My name is Redhart Adena, student council president.
Adena Redheart
"Students who are going to the academy, please stand in front of me.
I will call your name and your task is to come forward with your luggage.
Only the student and his luggage, no one else."
Adena Redheart
We will conduct a thorough check and make sure that everything is in order, and only then you will be able to enter the carriage.
Adena Redheart
I warn you right away that you are not allowed to take all magical artifacts with you. If you have any, please leave them here. Out guards will make sure to send them back to your houses.
Adena Redheart
Let's start.
Adena Redheart
Kurosaki Harabi.... Ms. Kurosaki come please, you're the first in the list.
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