Walking through the bustling streets merchants were preparing their stalls while members of the public walked to work or for a meal. Walking behind me as we weaved through the current of people was Evelyn. She just followed like a sheep with her head always looking down never meeting anyone's eyes, not even my own.
We needed basic amenities and a uniform
Luckily most shops sold uniforms so that wasn't a problem it was the...Other things that I was struggling with. I couldn't stand the constant silence and walking around anymore we had been walking in circles for god knows how long. Pulling her aside I looked for a spot with less people so we could talk.
"So do you need anything else except from your uniform?"
Surely she needs makeup or food or something right?
A faint blush appears on her cheeks as she mutters words that even I can't hear with my heightened senses.
"What was that? I couldn't hear you."
Giving a glare that I swore could kill me if it continued she finally relented.
"I-i need food,makeup and.... underwear."
'Neuron activation'
I completely forgot that I only gave her my training clothes and she hasn't got anything else.
acting like everything was completely normal and that I hadn't heard what she was saying, I decided on our plan.
"Alright good first clothes and makeup later."
Grabbing her hand I led her though the streets to that bar with the divine food. It didn't take long before I was met with the same unassuming door as last time. Using the same pattern we were welcomed and led to a table for two.
Sitting down first I waited for her to seat herself.
Find what you want off the menu and order it, don't worry about the pricing money won't be an issue at least for a while.
Picking up the menu she just sat there staring.
"I-is it alright for me to have such delicacies. I would be fine with bread."
I had to use all my power to stop myself from sighing. Just how much did she look down on herself. She had serious confidence issues, she did know that she was a living breathing. being right?
"Haah- I told you this before but you need to take what you want and keep it close to you, you look down on yourself too much. Just order something and enjoy it. That's all you can do and that's what you will do. "
She still sat there like a statue. We wouldn't get anywhere like this.
"Excuse me ma'am could I please get a beast steak sandwich slightly toasted with melted cheese and lettuce. A glass of your fine whine and a hot chocolate with cream for the lady."
"Excellent choice sir that will be with you shortly."
She seemed to snap out of her daze at my order and just looked at me. Shrugging my shoulder I went back to reading the paper that I had brought from a stall nearby.
Soon a divine smelling sandwich and our drinks had arrived. I subtly slid the plate over to her.
"Wuh what?"
"Eat you need something to get you through the day."
"What about you I can't eat in front of you when you have nothing."
"Seriously? Don't worry about it I ate before we left."
"But I didn't see you eating anything."
"I did you just sat there looking into nothing while I was eating."
Noble blood does taste good, I could get addicted just like the dragon blood, best not to tell her of my dietary requirements though.
Taking the sandwich she took a small nibble before she froze.
"It's delicious."
Ravenously devouring the entirety of the sandwich she nearly choked on the crumbs.
"Jesus calm down no one will take it from you. Drink some of your hot chocolate and this time.Be slow."
With a meek look she picked up her cup and took a small sip, The joy at the bitter sweet feeling was evident in her eyes as she continued to take small sips. She was like an animal on guard over her food, her ears twitching on her head, it was cute in a way but it also brought some dark thoughts along with it. Just how badly had they treated her. Sick bastards!
It didn't take long for her to finish and for us to be on the move again towards a shop.
Here take this gold and buy what you need. We don't have access to the inn anymore so you will have to use the changing room. Here is your uniform too I'll be waiting outside there's no way I'm going into a woman's clothing shop even I feel embarrassed.
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We had finally made it to class and it was a standard day... mostly. Evelyn had been keeping somewhat closer mainly by sitting next to me instead of as far away as possible. I guess that means that she is warming up to me even if it is only slightly.
The attention in class seemed to shake the poor thing, I guess she wasn't used to stares (not like I was either).
The teachers seemed to be going especially hard on me throughout the day throwing curve balls that I doubt most students could answer. I had my suspicions but it was not best to put all my eggs in one basket just in case they all cracked. It could be someone else or they could have heard of my commoner status.
It really didn't matter to me. But in a way it did get on my nerves. Surely there were other people commoners or not that they could pick on.
The bell for lunch chimed and most students abruptly left. Evelyn also moved after packing away her contents. I had given her a coin for some cafeteria food so everything should be alright at best I could get her father to reimburse me for looking after her.
A mocking smile came to my lips at that thought, I doubted even if they were on good terms that he would care about someone like me but such is life.
A group of boys stood up and funneled out of the classroom at the same time that she had left. I could tell that there would be an incident. I decided that I would follow after all I wouldn't allow harm to come to her even if she didn't know it. They just followed her to the cafe and told around while she got herself a couple of sandwiches before she walked off. She walked to the roof of the academy and it was surprising to see that it was a secluded area with no people. It would be peaceful had there not been a group of boys hovering over one person.
Peeking around the corner I could see her with a box on her lap and a book. She must store her books at the academy.
"Well well well what do we have here. The cursed creature all alone oh whatever should we do."
"We don't know how you have done it but you seem to have got that man wrapped around your finger. What did you do for him to be so close to a lower being like you? I bet you're seducing him for protection you slut!!"
"N-no I would never do something like that! He just came up to me yesterday and helped me that's all! "
"Like we would believe you! From now on stay away from him. Filth like you shouldn't mess with beings higher than you, even the most lowly commoner is worth more than a tool that doesn't deserve anything."
His face was the epitome of disgusting. He was deriving pleasure from messing with her. Casually walking behind him he raised his hand to slap her, Grabbing it I twisted his arm behind his back ignoring all resistance creating a satisfactory crunch followed by a howl of pain.
"That's not a very nice thing to say now is it?"