"That must be because Raby is performing really well," Hexia smiled involuntarily.
It seemed like she hadn't smiled this way in a long time; 'Deklabi' truly was a lovable little Angel.
When the two of them stood together, Hexia was slightly taller, but now as both were lying on the soft cushions on the floor, they looked quite similar.
Taking advantage of the midday closure time at the White Feather Church, the two of them decided to rest for a while.
The sound of the rain pitter-pattered as dozens of birds of paradise perched on the crossbeams overhead for a nap, while the two 16-year-old girls below entered a peaceful midday sleep.
In the following days, Hexia focused all her thoughts on the upcoming retest, and the matter of ascending ranks was temporarily pushed aside until 'Botis' sought her out.
"Phew, these days on the road have really been tiring," the senior sighed as soon as she returned to the shop.
"Where did Senior Botis go?"
