Elysia closed her booklet and put it on her bag. She looked at Kiyan again waiting for him to respond.

  "Are you really Ms. Elysia?" Kiyan seems hesitant.

  "Why would you assume that I’m lying about my name? And why should I have to say whether I’m lying or not? I don’t even know you."

  Upon hearing Elysia's words Kiyan get straight to the point why he wanted to meet her.

  "Sorry I doubted you, I just didn’t expect it. Since someone told me you were the president of the library." Kiyan said.

  "Is that so, That's all you're going to say? If you're just going to ask stupid things then get lost; I'm leaving now."

  "No, Please wait! It's about the book titled [Threads and Desire] "

  Elysia's expression shifted as soon as she heard the title of the book.

  "How? Why do you know the name of that book?"

  " Emily showed it to me earlier" Kiyan replied.

  "Oh my– what about the book? Is there something you wish to know? But I can't guarantee that I can answer it"

  "It's fine. Emily told me the gist of it. When I read the first page earlier, it gave me a weird impression."

  "That's what I thought, Since I'm the president of the library I should check all the books there before the staffs put it on the shelves"

  "However when I came across with that book it's so weird. Just like what you said it's strange, I tried to read it for some time but there's nothing much on the book"

  Elysia started to get comfortable with Kiyan as she speak about the details of the book but she paused for a moment.

  "When you read the book and reached the middle part, the rest of the pages are blank..." Elysia said

  "Wait, Really? I only read the first page. I didn't know that it's blank"

  "Yes, it seems like the book is still not complete. I like to discuss some things to you but I'm afraid I need to go for now"

  "May I know your name?" Elysia asked

  "Oh sorry for not introducing myself properly. My name is Kiyan Feit from Class 2-F"

  "Mine is Elysia, Elysia Styx Nice to meet you"

  "Nice to meet you too Ms. Elysia"

  " Drop the "Miss" part it's bothering me Elysia is fine. I need to go, let's talk about this further on monday; Enjoy your weekend, Bye"

  "You too Elysia, take care on your way"

  Elysia and Kiyan left the classroom and started walking outside when they reached the school gates they parted ways.

  While Kiyan is walking down the streets of Estelle City he decided to go to the Café to kill some time.

  'Emily told me that Elysia doesn't talk to others, but she approached me earlier like a normal person. She even asked me what I need when I entered the classroom' Kiyan said on his mind.

  Kiyan arrived at the Café and he stepped inside. He saw Mari who's cleaning the table top.

  "Hello Kiyan! It's been a while, how are you doing?"

  "I'm fine Mari thanks, you're so lively as always"

  "Do you want some coffee?"

  "Sure!, I won't decline that offer"

  Mari started preparing Kiyan's Coffee. While she's operating the coffee machine and Mari looked at Kiyan.

  "Why you look so troubled?"

  "It's nothing just tired from school"

  "I see, is it really tired or you're thinking of a girl?" *OwO*

  "No! It's not like that"

  "Come on spill it, promise I won't tell Claire about it"

  "I'm not hiding anything Mari even you squeeze my brains out you'll get nothing "

  "You're so boring, anyways here's your coffee" Mari handed a cup of coffee to Kiyan.

  "Thanks, Mari" Kiyan took a sip of the coffee

  "You're coffee is so delicious, just like the one I ordered when I first arrived in this city"

  "Of course that's my specialty, that will cost you 20 Estrellean Bills. I didn't charge you last time right? This time you need to pay "

  "Oh, right." Kiyan pulled out his wallet from his pocket and took out a bill."

  "Silly, I'm just teasing you there's no need to pay what you eat. I'm only a manager here, Claire is the one who takes care of all the expenses "

  "Speaking of Claire, she looks so rich. Is she from a wealthy family?"

  "No Comment" Mari said

  "Huh? It's okay if you don't want to say it. I'm just curious— she's the one taking care of the bills at home and you said she's the one handling the expenses here too?"

  "Interested on Claire? You should ask her that if you wanted to know her better" *OwO*

  "Just got me curious, there's no way she can handle such things by just working as a teacher alone. Maybe I should find some part time job to help her? What do you think?"

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  "Don't underestimate Claire she's more than capable of doing different tasks. If you're asking for my opinion it's okay for you to get a part time job, BUT don't you dare volunteer to help Claire on paying the bills"

  "If she promised something she will do everything she can to fulfill that promised. Trust me I've known her for years so listen to me or else she'll get mad at you"

  "That sounded so serious, well if you say so I won't tell her about that. Do you have any suggestions for a part time job?"

  "If you ask me, hmm..." Mari thinks for a moment

  "How about a helper at the convenience stores? I'm sure that they need a male staff there for lifting heavy things"

  "Lifting things is not a problem, but the schedule matters are they willing to put me on night shift?"

  " I can't answer that question Kiyan, Only I can do is to suggest jobs. If you're interested you can pay them a visit, when you got free time"

  "I forgot to tell you, Kiyan—Claire wanted me to pass on a message. You need to train your magic every weekend. Can you still manage to get a part-time job?"

  "Now that you've mentioned it– I don't know. I didn't know that I need to train. I'll keep that on hold I guess"

  "Good, of course you need to train your magic in order to master it. Claire is going to guide you on your training "

  "You can ask her for the details when you see her at your home "

  'My magic huh... I wonder what it looks like. Not gonna lie I'm pretty excited ' Kiyan said on his mind

  Kiyan finished his coffee.

  "I should head home now; it's getting late. Thank you for the coffee. It was nice talking to you."

  "Likewise Kiyan, take care on your way" Mari waved her hand at Kiyan as he leaves the café.

  Outside the cafe, Kiyan checked his phone and found a message in his inbox it's from an anonymous contact.

  The message contains:

  [09*-***-***

  Can you buy some green tea on your way?]

  Message ends.

  "I think I know who's number this" Kiyan replied to the message "[okay]"

  'I didn't gave my contact on her, where did she get my contact number? I should stop by in shopping district to get those tea leaves'

  Kiyan entered the store at shopping district, when he stepped inside a cute cashier welcomed him. Kiyan went to the isle where tea leaves are displayed.

  While browsing the shelves something caught Kiyan's attention.

  "Oh what do we have here?, it's a Coffee Granules with some cherry blossom petals?"

  "I wonder how does it taste, it says here that this is only limited stock and seasonal special? I'll take three of these"

  Kiyan went to the counter to pay his groceries. When he is standing in front of the counter the idea of getting a part time job struck on his mind.

  Kiyan asked the cashier if they're hiring for male staff for the store. The cashier looked at Kiyan and replied.

  "Are you interested? We're short staffed now. Yes we're open for hiring just bring your requirements and get ready for an interview" The cashier explained

  "I see, thanks for the information. I'll come here again some time and pass my requirements if I made up my mind Miss"

  "There's no need to rush things, just pay us a visit and talk to the manager if you wanted to apply She's kind. Just call me Jenny."

  "Ohh okay Jenny, see yah" Kiyan walk towards the door.

  "Come again"

  Kiyan headed straight home and when he arrived, he saw Claire sitting on the couch browsing through her phone.

  "Welcome back" Claire greeted Kiyan

  "Thanks"

  "Did you buy the things I asked?"

  "Yeah here, how did you get my contact number?" Kiyan handed the bag of tea leaves to Claire.

  "This is so much but thanks, sorry for that. I got it when I'm checking your student information earlier at the office"

  "I don't mind, no need to apologize I'm just surprised"

  "Anyways what do you like for dinner?"

  "Up to you Mr. Chef"

  "Can you drop that? It's awkward"

  "Just cook anything comes out on your mind" Claire replied with a shrug

  "How about an omelette rice?"

  "That doesn't sound bad, sure"

  "There's something I wanted to show you, take a look at this" Kiyan grabbed the pack of coffee he bought from the store earlier.

  "Oh—those Cherry Blossom coffee are out already? You're a genius Kiyan! I guess I'll cancel the tea for today. Let's brew that instead" Claire says excitedly.

  'I didn't expect that reaction from her... I just wanted to share it with her. It seems like she like these things"

  "Sure, give me a moment"

  Kiyan started working on the kitchen, he started cooking and he opened the coffee maker then he added the coffee granules on it.

  While Kiyan is cooking, Claire went to her room to change clothes. Shortly after, as the coffee neared readiness, a strong aroma of coffee with hints of cherry blossoms filled the air.

  "What a strong and sweet aroma" Kiyan admired the smell of the coffee as he pour it on the cup.

  Claire comes out on her room wearing her violet pajamas.

  "It's been a while, I miss the scent of that coffee" Claire said with excitement visible on her face.

  "Oh- the meal is almost ready, Here's your cup of coffee " Kiyan said

  The two of them sat at the table and began eating their meal. Curious, Kiyan took a sip of his coffee and his expression suddenly changed. A rich coffee flavor enveloped his mouth, while the delicate fragrance of cherry blossoms delighted his senses.

  "Wow this is so good!"

  Claire is also enjoying her cup of coffee.

  "I know, it is a specialty here at Estelle City, they only sell these things on spring"

  "This is my first time tasted something like this and that figures why it's a limited stock only"

  "Only a few stores can produce this kind of coffee, even though Estelle City is a big city. You can only find two to five stores that make this product."

  "That's impressive considering that this is a local delicacy. Uhmm by the way Claire, do you know a student named Elysia Styx?" Kiyan asked

  "Hmmm?? The girl on class 2-A? Yes, why?" Claire raised an eyebrow

  "You see, I talked to her earlier about something and we chatted for a moment "

  Claire's eyes widened when she heard that statement.

  "She talked to you?!" Claire still can't believe on what he said.

  "Umm, yeah. Emily told me she doesn't talk to anyone, but I think people around her misunderstood her."

  "You're so lucky you know that? Even I barely spoke to her because she rarely reply on me when we're talking about some official business at the school"

  "What you guys talked about?"

  "That's what I'd like to tell you, have you heard a storybook named [Threads and Desire] ? That's our topic earlier but she can't enlighten me"

  "Threads and Desire? I don't have any idea in terms of storybooks. I only read few kind of books more on mystery than a fantasy ones"

  "I just wanted to tell you that, Anyways Mari told me earlier that you're going to train me tomorrow, where are we going to train?"

  "Yes, I'll be your trainer so be ready and get some rest"

  "Am I capable Claire?"

  "Everyone is capable of something as long they're willing to train themselves"

  "What do you think my magic or regalia will be?"

  "You're the only one who can answer that question "

  After chatting for a while, the two of them finished their dinner and cleaned up the table. They said goodnight to each other and headed to their rooms.

  Inside Kiyan's room, he is sitting on a chair. It seems like he's writing on his diary about what happened today.

  "It's new that I'm excited to write something on my diary. I should get some rest now tomorrow is gonna be a long day that's for sure, I'm excited"

  Kiyan lay down on his bed after closing the lights and fall asleep.

  Next morning, Kiyan woke up and he checked the time on his phone.

  "It's 8am, I should take a bath. I wonder what training I'm going to do later." Kiyan yawns

  He get up on his bed and goes downstairs, in the living room Claire is sitting at the table having some toast and drinking her tea.

  "Morning Claire"

  "Oh– you're awake, Morning"

  Kiyan sat at the table with her. Claire offered him a cup of tea and Kiyan nodded. She started pouring him a cup.

  "We're going to the Café later, prepare yourself mentally and physically." Claire said.

  "Why there? Mari is going to join us?"

  "Sort of, be ready at 10pm. Understood?"

  "Yes ma'am"

  "Good, I'm going to take a bath now. You can use the bathroom in the second floor if you're going to wash yourself"

  The two of them finished their breakfast; Claire went to the bathroom and Kiyan is cleaning the table after that he went to the bathroom at the second floor.

  While showering Kiyan started remembering the last time he used his own magic.

  *Sigh*

  'The last time I used my magic was when we're inside the dungeon with that big bear... Claire told me that I collapsed after I killed the bear'

  ' if Claire's statement were true, am I that strong?'

  After a few minutes Kiyan comes out of the bathroom and went to his room to get dress.

  He stand in front of the mirror wearing a white T-Shirt and black pants.

  Kiyan finished dressing up and he went to the living room to wait for Claire.

  A few minutes later, Claire showed up in the living room wearing a teal-colored blouse, a light blue scarf wrapped around her neck, white pants, and black heels.

  "Ready to go Kiyan?"

  Kiyan admired Claire's elegance and nodded. Then, the two of them left the house and started walking.