Book 3: Chapter 2: The Two Sides of Light and Darkness Part 2
I stopped by the Academy on my way back from the Royal castle. I was headed towards a section in the lined up clubrooms, located in the best area. The lights were on in the room that Lady Sophia's faction used when I appeared in the building that she owned. When I dropped by to see who was inside, Alicia and Pamela were happily drinking tea together.
“Oh, Cyril, didn’t you go to the Royal castle?”
Alicia noticed me and she lightly waved her hand while greeting me in an innocent tone. Beside her, Pamela nodded at me as if to say ‘Hello.’ Compared to Alicia, it was a rather reserved gesture… No, for a young Lady, this was the norm.
“I am on my way back. I just stopped by to deal with some business and will be returning home shortly. More importantly, it’s quite unusual to see you two having tea together.”
“I had something to consult with Pamela today. But it’s not really that unusual, is it?”
Puzzled, Alicia sought backing from Pamela, and Pamela, in turn, nodded in agreement along with her friend.
“Have you two met previously?”
“Of course we’ve met, we’re often together at Lady Sophia’s tea parties.”
“Yes, we are often seated next to each other at the tea parties, just like in class. I have always been on good terms with Miss Alicia.”