All-around teacher at the magic academy

Tuesday, August 27th, 106th year of the new calendar.

With a mix of excitement and trepidation, I embarked on my journey to St. Peter's College.

Not long ago, I received an invitation letter personally sent by the dean, inviting me to work as a teacher at St. Peter's College.

This unexpected invitation surprised me greatly, as I had never taught students before, and I even doubted whether I was capable of taking on this role.

But since I have nothing else to do, I might as well give it a try. Maybe I can do it.

What an unexpected incident on the train! What bad luck! The carriage I was supposed to be in was damaged and unusable. But thankfully, the train attendant said I could share with other passengers.

I'm worried because I don't know if others will accept a stranger. What should I do if they don't agree?

However, it turned out that my worries were unnecessary. The train conductor told me that a very kind passenger was willing to share my compartment.

I opened the door to the private room and looked at the figure sitting inside. For some reason, the first thing I felt was that he was a very nice person. He was very polite, but seemed a little quiet.

Although he always answers with a smile when we talk, I don't know why I always feel that his smile is fake, with a faint sadness and loneliness.

We chatted about the purpose of our trip, and I was surprised to learn that he was also going to teach at St. Peter's College. This world is truly amazing; it brought us together on such a special day, through an unexpected encounter.

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September 1st, 2017 (Sunday) in the New Calendar.

Today is the first day of the new semester, and I was invited by the dean to be a teacher to welcome the new students. I didn't expect to run into him again.

Since arriving at the college, I've thought of him from time to time, hoping for a chance to meet him again, but it hasn't happened. I even thought he might not have been elected as a teacher, but it turns out he's been quietly staying in the library these past few days.

He looked a little tired, but his eyes remained determined. I asked him what he'd been busy with lately, and after a moment's hesitation, he said he was investigating something, which seemed a bit inconvenient to disclose. I wondered if he was in some kind of trouble, and if possible, I hoped I could help him.

Today is the first time I've received a gift. Although it's just a cup of coffee, I'm still very happy. All the fatigue from the day has been swept away.

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September 5th, 106th year of the new calendar, Thursday.

I had another class today, but after the first class, the dean gave me another one, saying that the students responded very well. I was very happy that the students actually enjoyed my class.

However, as I looked around the classroom, ready to begin my lesson, a familiar figure made me freeze in shock. He was sitting there, just like the other students, ready to listen to my lecture. It was a real surprise; he was even debating with the students, just like a child.

I also attended his class, and to be honest, I was quite shocked. I never imagined that magic could be cast without relying on a magic circle. How did he come up with this idea?

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September 8st, 2017 (Sunday) in the New Calendar.

I woke up today not knowing what to do. I visited a friend yesterday, but she wasn't doing well, and to be honest, I felt a little sad.

Should I invite him out for a walk? I don't have anything else to do anyway. Sigh, why did I suddenly think of him? Is it because he's the only one I'm really familiar with? Oh well, I don't want to think about it anymore. I'll just go ask him.

Seeing his sleepy eyes, I knew he hadn't slept well last night. I didn't expect him to invite me yesterday, but I wasn't there. He must have felt terrible; if it were me, I would have been very disappointed.

We decided to go for a walk in the streets together, as a way to make up for yesterday's disappointment.

We strolled along the bustling streets, chatting and occasionally stopping to sample some snacks or pick out some interesting trinkets.

Time flew by in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. We bought a lot of things, mostly trivial trinkets, but the process made me feel much better. I wonder if he was happy too.

He said he would cook me a nice meal to treat me, and I never expected that he could cook.

Stepping inside, the room was almost excessively tidy, with items arranged in an orderly fashion. The overall color scheme was simple, giving a cool and tranquil feeling, along with a touch of loneliness.

Watching him busy in the kitchen, I felt a little embarrassed. After all, it wouldn't be good to just watch without doing anything, so I decided to help him out.

I don't know why, but seeing such a scene always gives me a comfortable and warm feeling. Maybe it would be nice if it could stay like this forever.

It's so delicious! I never expected him to cook so well. He said it's because he often cooks alone, and he's gotten used to it.

I live alone, but I never spend much time cooking. He's really amazing. It's been a long time since I've sat down and had a proper meal like this. I'm so happy.

In the afternoon, we went shopping again. Since we had nothing to do at the college anyway, he took me to a fortune-telling shop. I had never been there before. He said that he had gone to have his fortune told on the day of his interview, and it turned out to be true.

I tried it too, but I don't know what the card meant. It doesn't matter, this kind of life is good enough, there's no need to think so much.

I took him to the orphanage. I was a little worried that he might not want to go, but he had a lot of fun with the children, and they liked him a lot too. It turned out that everyone liked him just the same.

That evening, we went to Mrs. Maria's house for dinner. The four of us had a great time, and I learned some things about him from Mrs. Maria. I was really happy to learn more about him. This kind of life is so warm and cozy; I wish it could always be like this.

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September 15st, 2017 (Sunday) in the New Calendar.

I haven't seen him much these past few days, and I wonder what he's been up to. I went to his office to look for him, but he wasn't there. I feel a little disappointed for some reason.

That evening, I was walking alone when I saw him return home, looking dejected. I didn't know what had happened to him these past few days, but judging from his appearance, he must have been very sad. Why did I feel a little sad too?

We sat on the lawn and talked for a long time. I told him about my childhood, which was the first time I had opened up to him. He also told me about what had happened in the past few days.

His friend is gone, and I don't know how to comfort him. Looking at him, I always feel like he's alone. I want to tell him that it's not like that, that he still has me by his side, and that I will be there for him.

September 20th, 2017 (Friday) in the New Calendar.

Today, I want him to come with me to visit Amy again. I don't know if he will agree. I'm so nervous. What should I do if he refuses?

My worries were completely unnecessary. I didn't expect him to agree without hesitation, which was a huge relief.

Amy was still going through the same thing, not doing well. Her husband was still the same, looking at her with malice, which made her really uncomfortable. But this time, he stood in front of me, and looking at his back, I don't know why, I felt a sense of peace.

When he left, he took my hand and said goodbye to Amy. My heart was pounding, and I don't know if he did it on purpose.

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September 26th, 106th year of the new calendar, Thursday.

Today the college is holding its first selection competition, and it's being held in the back hills. He'll definitely be there, right? What if he can't find the place? What if he goes to where the students are competing?

To my surprise, he really did go to the wrong place. Luckily, I was waiting for him here beforehand.

Looking at the girl next to him, I felt a little uncomfortable for some reason. Fortunately, he explained her situation to me. Why did I have such thoughts? How strange.

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October 2nd, Wednesday, 106th year of the New Calendar.

The official competition is about to begin today, and I'm so nervous, but seeing him standing next to me makes me feel much more at ease.

While he was waiting, another girl called his name. He was really popular. He didn't even know the girl. He wondered if there was something going on between them. He felt uneasy.

How embarrassing! I actually asked to go with him. I feel so ashamed of myself. But seeing that there was nothing between the two of them, I felt a sense of relief. I think I'm starting to like him.

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September 3th, 106th year of the new calendar, Thursday.

We went to see Amy again, but she wasn't there. We knocked for a long time but there was no reply. Did she leave without telling us?

We went to the orphanage again. With him by my side, I felt very happy. When we left, he held my hand, and I was pretty sure he was doing it on purpose this time. But I wasn't annoyed; instead, I was a little nervous, my palms were sweating. Would he find me repulsive?

He said there was a newly opened restaurant and he wanted to take me there to try it. I was very happy. In fact, I didn't care where we ate; I was happy as long as I could eat with him.

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October 11nd, Wednesday, 106th year of the New Calendar.

He left right after his match today without telling me. Did something happen?

That night, I thought I'd go to his place to see if he'd returned. When I saw him collapsed in front of his house, my mind went completely blank, and I didn't know what I was thinking.

I rushed to his side and brought him inside. His body was so cold; it seemed like he was poisoned. Thank goodness, I know healing magic, otherwise, I really wouldn't know what to do.

Looking at his sleeping face and furrowed brows, he must be having a nightmare. Would holding his hand make him feel better?

...

Lian felt so safe and comfortable in the warmth of the embrace.

"I will always be with you."

"Uh-huh."