144 – Dark History (2)
While Sivar was having fun at his residence, each team focused on the final exam.
First of all, the team Luna belongs to as the team leader. The team leader is Luna, but Grace is in charge of making the overall plan.
Luna himself didn’t know much about strategy and tactics, and if there was a good plan, he was always welcome.
“We have two choices: either take over the castle first, or collect weapons one by one.”
Grace called her team members and informed them of the overall plan.
The main body, which was a rehabilitation center, had the appearance of a command center, including some supplies.
It was easy to share plans by laying out a map on a large table, and furthermore, various tools were also available.
“But the most urgent thing is to understand the terrain and confirm the next area to be occupied. Although supplies are coming, we have no idea in what form they will come.”
“Then, it would be a good idea to form a reconnaissance team and start investigating the surroundings.”
“Yes. We need to first identify each area and check what is there.”
Unlike the midterm exam, this final exam had very little prior information.
For the midterm exam, the professors gave us a lot of information, but this time, they explained most of it in a vague way.
How are the occupied areas where supplies come from, what form do the supplies come in, are the defense facilities well-equipped, etc.
These are all things that must be checked in person, so it can be a headache for the person making the plan.
Therefore, the importance of strategy rather than tactics is bound to increase. Grace also felt this well.
“Finally, I plan to look for Mr. Sibar tomorrow or in the next two days. Not only do we not know where he is, but he may be surprised if he goes looking for him blindly.”
Surprisingly, Grace did not visit Sivar from the beginning.
Apart from personal greed(?), He had a calm understanding of the overall situation.
After exchanging various opinions with the team members, we formed a group.
A total of 15 people were divided into a 4/4/4/3 format, and the 3-member group was the command group.
The three members of the command team were Grace, Luna, and Yeonju Lee, and the rest were the reconnaissance team and the combat team.
‘Fortunately, there don’t seem to be any complaints.’
The teams were not dissatisfied with the group and plan that Grace created.
After all, Grace is the daughter of a duke. In addition to authority, he possessed natural charisma.
Moreover, Luna naturally ended up in the same group as Grace, so she couldn’t afford to be dissatisfied.
“Are you sure it’s okay? If we keep going and find Shivar over there first, it’ll be difficult.”
While going outside and assessing the surrounding terrain, Luna asked a question. She sounds a little worried.
Grace doesn’t know much, but Sivar’s military power is more than a decisive weapon. He can single-handedly turn the tables on a test.
Although he does not have commanding ability, he is very good at dealing with Sivar. That is why he was able to express this opinion.
“You don’t have to worry about that. Even if we find it first, Sivar-san won’t sign a contract right away.”
“On what basis?”
Luna became even more curious about Grace’s confident answer. She is a love doll, no, so is her best friend Lee Yeon-joo.
Grace responded by roughly drawing the surrounding scenery on a small piece of paper.
“We didn’t come. Sivar-san probably knows that we’re coming. So there’s a possibility that he’ll put the other team’s contract on hold. Sivar-san is the absolute best in this test.”
“Ah. I know what you mean. In the end, a full-fledged contract will only be signed when our team comes to visit.”
“It’s accurate.”
Grace nodded at Lee Yeon-ju’s words. Luna also looks like she understands what I’m talking about.
As she said, Shivar occupies an absolute position in this test. To put it simply, if you’re talking about gearing, it’s at a level that requires crawling.
Of course, given Sivar’s personality, she will not go so far as to give such an order, so she has no choice but to gently coax him in the end.
“Then what is the contract we will make? This is the most important.”
Grace paused for a moment at Luna’s question. At the same time, her neck slowly turned red.
Luckily, thanks to her pressure, her face didn’t turn red. However, because her skin was white, it was slightly noticeable.
Next, Grace closed her notebook where she had roughly recorded the terrain around her and cleared her throat. The nape of her neck was still red.
“Hmm. Hmm. I’ll tell you about that later. I’ll first check where Mr. Sivar is, and then go find him in person and present him with the contract. I’ll just tell you that it’s a contract that Mr. Sivar will like.”
“Could you tell me a little bit? I even gave you some advice before.”
But I couldn’t help but wonder. Kara already knows what Sivar likes.
In such a situation, when Grace said that she had hidden her secret number, she couldn’t help but become curious.
Lee Yeon-ju was listening next to me, but it wasn’t a big problem. After all, isn’t she on the same team and a woman?
Grace also looked a little hesitant, as if she felt uncomfortable carrying her secret to the end.
“Um… I’m sorry, but can I just use it as a metaphor? It’s embarrassing to say it out loud right now…”
“You’re saying it’s more embarrassing than hugging Shivar?”
“······Holding Sivar?”
Here, the muzzle of chaos broke out once again. Lee Yeon-ju’s eyes shook violently.
The unspoken question of what on earth happened was clearly visible on her face.
But Luna spoke with her characteristic calm face, as if she had no idea what was wrong.
“Yes. As you know, Yeonju, Sivar likes to hug, perhaps because he came from living in the wild.”
“Ah… I understand that. I’ve heard that hugs are a cure for loneliness since ancient times.”
Fortunately, I was immediately convinced by the explanation that followed. The attitude is that it is no big deal.
“And maternal love…”
“Okay, that’s it. If I say any more, I’ll just waste time, so let’s stop.”
The moment Luna’s snout was about to do a sword dance again, Grace hurriedly stopped it.
If she had gone that far, Lee Yeon-joo’s misunderstanding, which had been resolved at best, could have grown even bigger.
“If you’re that curious, I can’t help it. But shame is shame, so I’ll use a metaphorical expression. Is that okay?”
“I don’t care.”
“Me too.”
“Okay. Then what is it…”
Grace paused for a moment while speaking. At the same time, the blush that had barely subsided began to rise little by little.
I tried to suppress it as much as possible, but it seems like I can’t. Still, he somehow got the word out.
“Yes, something sweeter than candy and softer than cake! I plan to give it to you!”
“Something sweeter than candy and softer than cake? Is there such a thing?”
“Is this coming out in the supply?”
Both Luna and Lee Yeon-ju responded that they did not understand the metaphorical expression.
Meanwhile, Grace gently rubbed her red face. She looks like she’s trying to calm down somehow.
“Huh… It’s not like it’s in the supply. I saw it in a book too…”
“What book?”
“··· ···”
Unlike Luna, Lee Yeon-ju kept her mouth shut. I thought I knew roughly what kind of book it was.
Having been her favorite doll and close friend, I already knew Grace’s tastes.
Didn’t she personally hand over a children’s book during the last attempted rape incident? So that must have come from a children’s book, too.
“I’m sorry. I can’t tell you that far.”
“Um… It’s food, right?”
“··· ···”
Sometimes, Luna was also sharp. Actually, I just threw it away without thinking.
Grace couldn’t even answer Luna’s question and hurriedly opened her mouth.
“Ugh, not food! But anyone can give it to everyone! Not just me, everyone!”
“Aha. Then I’ll help you too. The more the better.”
Luna said that because she sincerely wanted to help. Without any intention whatsoever.
But Grace’s reaction was a little strange. She, who had been embarrassed just a moment ago, momentarily looked down.
She already seemed so charismatic that Luna couldn’t help but flinch slightly. I wondered if her curiosity had crossed her line.
“Mr. Luna.”
“······Yes.”
“I can do this on my own. I don’t need Luna’s help.”
“······If that’s the case.”
I don’t know what the hell is the point of the contract that makes it so rigid. I thought I would have to check it myself later.
It was a time when Luna was unable to understand the identity of her contract. While Lee Yeon-ju was thinking about something, she asked carefully.
“······Mr. Grace?”
“Please speak.”
“It’s not exactly what I was thinking… Is it? It comes up a lot in books…”
The book Lee Yeon-ju mentioned is, of course, a children’s book. And there is a scene that always appears in children’s books.
Grace must have remembered that scene as well, and her face turned a little red. However, he reacted calmly so as not to show off.
“Well, I think it’s worth it. I guess they wouldn’t have considered it this far, right?”
“Then, if a strange rumor spreads…”
“It’s okay. As long as I can do well on the test, I can do anything.”
On the surface, it’s for a test. But her true intentions were different.
‘After the exam, the rumor will spread, and it will also have an impact on the new student banquet. During the freshman banquet, high-ranking officials will also be visiting, so I can proudly introduce Sivar. That’s when I say it out loud.’
Grace’s ‘strategy’ extended beyond the final exams.
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[Faith rises!]
My faith increased while I was listening to the song intently.
Now, even if I just sit still, my faith is increasing, so I don’t think it’s a big deal.
“Hmm~ Hmm. Hmm.”
For now, let’s stretch out and relax.
A kiss right