Not a Witch

Not too good, looking at this expression, the girl murmured in her heart.She thought that this maid was a cold, capable and calm person, but she didn't expect to change so quickly.

"Please come with me."

She stretched out her hand to lead the way for Lorraine Hill, keeping her back straight along the way, as if she wanted to express herself better.

Passing through the long corridors and palaces, passing by various busy departments, and passing through checkpoints guarded by guards, the two turned outside a palace.

The lawn here is well maintained. On both sides of the white stone road, there are neatly trimmed shrubs. There are not high steps to climb. In front of it is a small gatehouse with a guard standing guard on each side.

"Hello, Master Palinsha." The two guards bowed their heads to salute after seeing them, and then looked up at the two of them.

Palinsa is the secretary-general of the palace, and she often travels around to convey documents and arrange some matters, so the guards here basically know each other.

The maid nodded, and let the two of them open the locked door.

The heavy copper lock was turned, and the light golden door was slowly pushed open, and a beautiful courtyard appeared in front of the two of them. There were not many gorgeous buildings here, only simple black iron guardrails outlined in arabesques, surrounded by a few apple trees The tree meanders up along the white stone road to a small hillside, where there is a small house, and next to the house is a big tree with luxuriant branches.

The canopy of the big tree covers a small part of the roof, shrouded in the shade of the trees, which looks a bit cool in the hot summer.On the other hand, the house on the other side has a light blue color as a whole, which is a very light blue color like cotton candy. (reference picture here, but the gold decoration in the picture is not here)

The corners of the house are decorated in white, like simple reliefs, outlining flowers, stars, trees, etc.

"This is the Red Mansion Palace, the place where Princess Lanisa lived a hundred years ago. Because she was weak and sick since she was a child, the king and queen loved her very much, so the palace was built here. The air here is also very good."

Palinsa led Lorraine Hill into the shade, took out the key and inserted it into the door lock, turned it slightly, pushed open the white door, and walked into this cozy and beautifully decorated cottage.

"Princess Lanisa was the youngest princess at the time, and she had always been loved by her brothers and sisters. Later, when the king died, her two brothers fought for the throne. She came out to mediate and finally stopped the bloody infighting. That's why In the West Wind Kingdom, which has always valued family, Lanisa has a very good reputation, even though she only lived to be 19 years old."

"Since the princess passed away, this place has been vacant. It's just that occasionally someone comes to clean it up. I hope the sage doesn't mind." Palinsa told the history of this palace.

Lorraine Hill is not superstitious, and she doesn't care about it. The scenery and tranquility here are quite in line with her preferences.

"What did Palinsa do before?"

Looking at this decent and knowledgeable maid, Lorraine Hill felt that she did not come from an ordinary family. In the early years of West Wind, those who could receive a good education were basically of noble origin.

"I am the daughter of the previous King of West Wind."

"In other words, is Palinsa a former princess?" Lorraine Hill was slightly surprised.

"Yes, but that kind of life and identity can't be said to be particularly good." The maid secretary didn't seem to recognize her past identity too much.

"Although the princess of West Wind lives a carefree life, she doesn't have much freedom. She has to be elegant all the time, learn music and poetry, and entertain guests. Then she obeys her father or elder brother's arrangement to marry someone The stranger, became his wife, became the bond of family ties."

"Some princesses might like such stability, but for me, it's really depressing. I can only say that no matter how beautiful things are, once you force them to accept them, you won't like them."

"Fortunately, the era of West Wind is over now, and I can escape from that life."

"Won't Palinsa hate?"

Although he knew his personal reasons, Lorraine Hill still asked with some concern.It can be said that the reason why Xifeng ended is largely because she changed the trajectory of her destiny.

"Perhaps I'm naturally cold and withdrawn. I don't have much contact with people around me, so I don't feel much. Besides, even without Lord Sage and Clancia, the decline of West Wind will happen sooner or later. Because I am in the palace, I am more I know the thoughts of those big people, so I don't have any hope."

"You don't have to blame yourself for this. The replacement of the kingdom is like this, and killing is inevitable. Even my father went through a bloody struggle between brothers when he ascended the throne, let alone the change of the country."

"Although my life today is not as good as it used to be, I can also choose more freely. This kind of life makes me happier."

"To this day, watching the country get better and better, even I take a little pride in being part of Clancia."

Chapter 7 Light Blue House

Palinsa has blond hair, a single ponytail, and a black and white maid outfit. Although she looks beautiful, this outfit is hard to think that she was once a princess.Instead, it gives people an image of a capable professional.

She took Lorraine Hill to visit the house and introduced them one by one.

"The first floor is the hall, which can be used to entertain guests. There is also a desk here, with excellent lighting, and it can be used to read or write something at ordinary times."

There are elegant glass windows everywhere in the circular hall. On one side is a coffee table surrounded by several light blue sofas, on the other side are white desks and chairs, and in the closet behind are some poetry and picture books, and some exquisite books. decorations.

"There's a small kitchen in the back, but I don't usually use it much, I just make tea and coffee."

After talking, the two of them came to the second floor. This is a small attic. You can hear your own footsteps when you step on the wooden floor. In the middle of the attic, there is a bed against the wall. The material is light red wood. It looks a bit like a fairy tale.

On both sides of the head of the bed are two symmetrical circular windows.On the thick wall is a slightly wider circular window sill, where you can put some small things, and you can see the outside scenery through the lattice windows.On the other side of the staircase exit of the room is a small bathroom.

"Is there a place to take a bath?" Since Lorraine Hill is staying for a long time, he is still more concerned about this.

"Of course there are." Looking at Lorraine Hill, who was slightly smaller than herself, Palinsa slowly broke away from her previous impression.Rediscover the sage of Clanthia.

Although she has a wealth of knowledge, she looks like a girl who is not deeply involved in the world.

However, Palinsha didn't disrespect her because of this. It's just that she didn't have the ethereal admiration before, but got to know this young sage more realistically.

"Please follow me." Palinsa took Lorraine Hill to the back of the first floor, which is under the stairs. She pressed the candlestick on the wall, and a slight sound came from under her feet, followed by the wall. Open a hidden door.Walking down the door, a large underground bath appears in front of you.

The bathroom as a whole is hollowed out of white stone, with a slightly rough surface and a grainy feel, which is to prevent falling and slipping.There are ventilation ducts on the side of the wall, which are connected to the roof of the house.On one side of the bath are two sculptures of girls holding bottles.

"Turn the switch lightly, and hot water at a constant temperature will flow out here." Palinsha sat aside and demonstrated.

"Princess Lanisa was not in good health at that time, and the queen was afraid that she would catch a cold from the wind, so she specially built a bathroom here. It is warm and there is no wind, so it is very safe and comfortable."

After introducing the place to live, Palinsa asked Lorraine Hill if she needed to move things or add any facilities.But the girl said that she didn't need it. As for the furniture, she had it with her, and the maid assigned to her didn't want it either.

"I'm still used to living alone, and I don't need outsiders to serve me."

After the visit, Lorraine Hill took off her coat, put it aside, and sat on the carved wooden sofa. Only then did Palinsa realize that the girl's appearance was extraordinary.

Even though she was born in the West Wind Royal Family, she had never seen a girl with such a face, that kind of pure and clear beauty, like a fairy elf in the forest, with an otherworldly beauty.

No wonder Mr. Pullman once said that the teacher is the most beautiful person he has ever seen in this life.She once thought in her heart that this might be a beautiful bonus from memories, but at this moment, it seems that Mr. Pullman is still conservative.

"Is there something wrong?" Lorraine Hill tilted her head curiously, with silver snow hair hanging from her shoulders, looking at the maid in front of her who was staring at her.

Palinsa lowered her head again, then shook her head. "It's nothing, I was just temporarily surprised by the appearance of the adults."

"If you need anything, you can press this bell, and the maids at the side of the Red Palace will come over. You can ask them to help you clean up, and they can also guide you. The palace is relatively large, and you may not be able to find where you want to go at first. place."

"Regarding your identity, I will tell those maids that you are a special advisor invited by Lord Pullman, and you need to be treated with courtesy."

"For meals, you can tell the maids what you want to eat. There is a special kitchen in the palace to prepare meals for officials and employees, and a copy will be sent over."

"Well, by the way, I will send you an entry and exit certificate later, so that it will be much more convenient to enter and exit the palace."

The head maid took out a file board and wrote entries on it, remembering if there was anything missing.

"Don't think about it too much. If you need anything, I will let the maid contact you." Lorraine Hill knew that the secretary-general was afraid of making trouble and neglected himself, so he explained.

"Well, then I won't bother you." She put the documents under her body, bowed, and exited the room.

After the maid secretary walked away, Lorraine Hill slowly drank the tea in the cup and looked at the window beside her.

The sun shines through the green leaves and falls on the window before it shines into the room. The bright light spots fall on the sofa and the floor, giving it a warm feeling.

A small amount of dust floated slowly in the air, and there were distant and slight street noises outside the window.

I always feel like I have no confidence.

After agreeing to Pullman, Lorraine Hill was a bit bewildered and thought about this question. Will those who have experienced countless difficulties and accomplished their careers recognize themselves as an airborne sage?

Forget it, don't worry too much about it.Anyway, she doesn't care about her reputation and status, she just needs to watch quietly from the sidelines and do what she can.

The other side of the palace.

"Master Pullman." A man in a white robe shouted. He had a handsome appearance and held a roll of documents in his hand, which seemed to have just been delivered.

Pullman turned around when he heard it. "Toland, what's the matter, is there any news from the south?"

"Yes, come with me."

After speaking, he brought Pullman to a secret room in the palace, and then he spoke about the information he had just received.

"There are some urgent issues in the north right now."

"what happened."

"Two things, one is that insect plagues have occurred in several counties in the north, and now many crops have been destroyed. I am afraid that many people will go hungry this year. Second, in the Black Rock Principality, the struggle between the two factions has begun to intensify. According to our The intelligence personnel over there reported that Frost Rose seems to have supported a lot of advanced weapons and armors to support and win over the 'Halberd Faction'. Once the 'Bow Hunter Faction' completely loses power, maybe the Principality of Black Rock will completely stand on the side of Frost On Rose's side, when the north and south are attacked, it won't be so wonderful."

"In the south, I have contacted the New Virga Alliance and the Young Moon Council. With the help of the information left by Mr. Sage, these two parties are now on our side, and they can join forces to fight against the ever-expanding Frost Rose Union."

"But the current direction of the Sanctuary, Falcon, and Black Rock has been uncertain. We have to make plans in advance, Pullman."

"I see, I will discuss this issue at the meeting tomorrow, and besides." He paused for a moment before speaking.

"I brought a special advisor to the meeting."

"Can you trust it?"

Tolan didn't bother with any ability issues. In his opinion, abilities have been cultivated. They have never seen any of them as famous ministers or generals before, but after going through a lot, they have now become generals who can guard one side. Besides, Pullman's vision is not too bad.I'm afraid that Pullman will find someone with unknown background and bad intentions.

"If she can't be trusted, then it's nothing. Believe me, you'll be surprised when you see her."

In the transmission of information, there are always some errors.

Lorraine Hill thought that Pullman would reveal her identity only after she returned to the academy to explain the matter.But what Pullman understands is that it should be made public in a small circle first, and then a grand ceremony will be held to let the people of the whole country realize the existence of this sage.

And the silver-haired girl who is sleeping now has no idea what will happen tomorrow.

Chapter 8 Outside the Fengyin Palace

In the early morning, the birds are singing happily, and there is a hint of coolness in the mist.

Lorraine Hill was wearing a white dress and walking on the gravel road in the courtyard. There was dew on the blades of grass beside the road, and it occasionally scratched his calves, bringing a bit of itchiness and coolness.

Because this palace was located in a corner and was relatively quiet, she didn't need to use a coat to cover herself, but simply put on a veil.

Two strands of silver hair were drawn out from behind the ears and crossed behind the head. A simple bow was tied with a red hair band, which was draped around the waist like satin, and fluttered slightly as the footsteps moved forward.

When she reached the gate tower of the Red Palace, there were already two maids waiting here.

"Hello, my lord." The two maids with swords bowed their heads. They didn't know the girl's name, but they were told that she was an extremely important guest and needed to be entertained carefully.

"Hmm." The girl nodded. It's still early, and she wants to visit and learn how Clancia's administrative organization works today.

"Understood." The two maids nodded, and then led Lorraine Hill one by one.

"Currently, the headquarters of Crancia's administrative agencies are basically in the palace to facilitate communication."

"The middle part of the royal palace is the Golden Wind Palace, which is also the current highest conference center, where state affairs are usually decided, but now you can't enter and leave at will."

"Well, don't worry about this, let's see what happens in other departments first, I'm more interested in these." The girl nodded.

"The two sides of Jinfeng Palace are Fengxi Palace, Fengxiao Palace, Fenglian Palace, and Fengyin Palace. Currently, they correspond to the four major departments of agriculture, armaments, commerce, and education. They radiate outward along these four palaces. It's other slightly smaller sectors like justice, construction, manufacturing, and so on."