However, no matter how arduous it was, there would always be a day when the learning came to an end.
After confirming that Liuli had finally mastered the academy’s basic auxiliary and damage magic, Teacher Lin Ya finally announced that Liuli could temporarily graduate.
Of course, graduation was one thing, but it did not mean Liuli had truly become a Mage.
On the long path of magic, she could only be considered a beginner.
Nevertheless, this milestone did signify something.
For instance, Liuli was finally going to start learning the etiquette of the Elf Race.
The etiquette teacher Dean Kaili had found for her was a taciturn middle-aged Elf woman.
After arriving at Qingli Hall, she did not even introduce herself, instead immediately launching into her lessons without pause.
It was only later that Liuli learned from Serveyia that this woman was a professor responsible for Elven history at Saint Laia.
Therefore, even though she looked like a middle-aged woman, her actual age was likely beyond imagination.
Despite her silent and stern appearance, her actual teaching process was unexpectedly tolerant.
Even when Liuli frequently made mistakes in certain details during her studies, the teacher never truly criticized her.
Instead, through repetition after repetition, she allowed Liuli to build her understanding of Elven etiquette.
Regardless, even though Liuli frequently slipped up on the finer points, her previous experience with other forms of etiquette ensured that she was not completely in the dark while learning the ways of the Elf Race.
However, a teacher’s tolerance could not change the inherent boredom of etiquette lessons.
It was much like certain university courses; no matter how eloquently a professor spoke, they could not change the dull nature of the subject itself.
“Serveyia, just how much longer is this etiquette course going to take?”
Liuli suddenly felt that going on an official visit was not so interesting after all.
The main issue was that learning etiquette was truly soul-crushing, especially when she had no idea where the finish line was.
“At least until the teacher is satisfied. As for when that will be, Little Fox, I can only say that I do not know either.”
“Ugh, alright…”
Liuli felt a bit helpless.
If even Serveyia did not know, then she was truly out of options.
From the looks of it, she would likely be studying etiquette for quite a long time.
While Liuli was occupied with her lessons, Serveyia was not idling either.
She was currently selecting the candidates who would accompany the Little Fox on her visit.
As the Princess of Saint Laia, Liuli’s entourage for every visit would never be small.
A portion of these people would serve as guards, another part would provide logistical support, and most importantly, this would be the Little Fox’s first trip outside since becoming the Nine-tailed Celestial Fox.
Serveyia believed many eyes would be watching this visit, so the preliminary preparations had to be flawless.
Selecting the logistics staff was relatively easy.
After all, there were already many people in Qingli Hall responsible for the Little Fox’s daily life.
However, the selection of the guards made Serveyia feel a bit anxious.
While it was true the Little Fox had her own Guard Squad, many of its members were Students.
It seemed a bit excessive to ask them to leave the Academy entirely just to protect her.
Yet, if she did not choose them, it would be difficult to protect the Little Fox with the current available manpower.
Whether it was the potential dangers on the road or the risks she might encounter upon reaching the territory of the Elf Race, Serveyia needed to make a perfect plan.
Serveyia suddenly felt that arranging a trip for the Little Fox was more troublesome than any of the activities she had ever experienced.
Although Serveyia knew where this emotion came from, she did not actually hate the feeling.
It was quite nice to have a goal that she could constantly worry about.
Even so, worrying was one thing, but handling these affairs was still a headache.
More importantly, Serveyia knew she could not ask anyone else to do this for her.
In other words, she had to personally complete everything related to the Little Fox.
While Serveyia was struggling with her logistics, Liuli was not having a good time in her room either.
Bombarded by Elven etiquette, she felt like her whole body was about to give out.
‘Surely no one could stay lively after such high-intensity etiquette training, right? There’s no way.’
As if realizing that Liuli’s mind was wandering, the Elven teacher let out an imperceptible sigh and spoke to soothe her.
“Princess, your comprehension is high, and your mastery is rapid. At this rate, it won’t be long before you fully master Elven etiquette.”
‘High comprehension?’
Liuli could only manage a bitter smile after hearing the teacher’s comfort.
‘Where is the high comprehension in this? Anyone would seem gifted if they were put through such high-intensity training.’
Thus, Liuli simply assumed the teacher was flattering her.
“It is getting late. Princess, you should rest for today. I will not disturb you further.”
After saying this, the Elven teacher bowed and left the room, allowing Liuli, who had been tensing her body, to finally relax.
“Serveyia, what are you busy with?”
The first person Liuli thought of was Serveyia.
She could sense that Serveyia had been very busy these last 2 days, but she did not know exactly what she was doing.
Now that she finally had some time, she could not miss the chance to ask.
“I’m not busy with much. I’m just considering the candidates who need to accompany you on your visit, Little Fox.”
“Mm, do we really need so many people?”
Liuli leaned in beside Serveyia to look at the list she had drafted, staring at her in shock.
“With so many people following us, just how big is this entourage going to be?”
“It is necessary. Your safety is the top priority, Little Fox. I won’t allow anything to happen that might compromise your security.”
“But with Serveyia and the others protecting me, can there really be a problem?”
“Little Fox, this is no childhood game. By the time you actually get hurt, it will be too late for regrets. One must always be wary of others; you never know what methods those who wish to harm you might use.”
“Therefore, strengthening security is mandatory. Not to mention, if something really went wrong while you were with the Elf Race, it would become a very serious diplomatic issue.”
Ugh, fine.
Liuli felt that her conversations with Serveyia always unconsciously drifted toward serious political territory.
‘Wait, Serveyia and I are clearly a couple. We’re in a relationship. How does every chat turn into official business?’
However, Liuli was not sure if now was the right time to disturb her.
After all, Serveyia had always been the one to take the initiative in the past.
Now that Serveyia was clearly busy with serious work, was it appropriate for her to interrupt?