The reason that the compartments were equipped with comfortable sofas instead of chairs or benches became obvious as night fell and all the lamps in the giant carriage artifact dimmed by themselves.
Since the journey through the 'Wonderland of Doom' would take up almost two weeks, the students would have had a horrible time without proper rest. Hence, when the night fell the sofas could be collapsed into beds, although it required a considerable amount of strength to do so.
Cecilia had to assist the students in both the 12th and 13th compartments with their sleeping arrangements, as part of her duties as a prefect. But the commoner students were docile and obedient, immediately following her instructions and making the whole process seamless.
"They seem more scared of you than me, you know?"
Evelyn knew it was true, because much like Aeron, Cecilia's ash blonde hair and dark honey eyes easily allowed her to blend in with commoners if she wanted.
