Extra 1: Graduation Day Part 2

Folia: He still hasnt come back.

Raz: Hmm. I will go look for him. I want to congratulate him personally.

Raz had been chatting with the members for a while, but Adis still hadnt return to the classroom. Actually, she wanted to hang out with the members for a bit more but she knew that Carna would want to spend time with Ruben, and Folia would want to go see Lord Moldir.

Raz took out the last bouquet from the paper bag and left the school building. From the window of the corridor, she could see blue flowers spread out through the flower garden in full bloom. Many students were gathered at the garden which was decorated specially for this graduation ceremony.

However, Raz turned and walked towards the hill on the opposite side. As she climbed up, the crowded scenery turned into a wide-open landscape. It was at the edge of the academy ground. Below the cliff, which was a camouflage made by illusion, she saw magnificent view of nature spread out over the horizon.

Right at the edge of the cliff, a young man was gazing at the scenery quietly. In his left hand, a purple tie fluttered in the wind.

Raz: I know youd be here.

His deep sea blue-coloured hair and silver eyes turned around to look at her. It seemed even his blazer had been taken away. Adis stood there in his dress shirt which were missing a few buttons at the top.

Huh? He looked at her with rounded eyes and blinked repeatedly. It was obvious that he didnt expect her to be there.

It has been a while since Raz last saw him. He looked a bit taller and effortlessly sexy being sloppily dressed. She walked up to him while wondering if he would become a stage actor.

She stopped right in front of him and hold out the bouquet. Congratulations.

Adis: You came

Raz: Yes.

Adis seemed a bit flustered. Raz was curious because his reaction was different from the other members. Here. This is for you.

Ah, sor- Thank you. Adis took the bouquet from Raz gently.

Raz chuckled at him. Youre so famous.

Adis looked at himself and shrugged his shoulders. I was surprised too. Theres nothing left that I could give so I came here to escape.

Raz: It must be hard being so famous.

Adis: Look whos talking.

Raz shook her head after being stared by Adis. The attention that I got from others is different from yours.

Although she had become famous after her identity as Wolf Fang was known to the world during the award ceremony, her popularity was different with Adis.

The news had reported her past about losing her parents in the war and becoming a successful person after joining the military. It had been interpreted in various ways by people who didnt know her personally. Her situation was different from Adis popularity among the students.

Adis looked at her with a dubious face. You may be right. But then again, you have many social connections that I dont know.

You have a point. But I have a feeling that you will be more famous than me in the future. Raz had a limited social connection because she was in the military. If Adis could become this famous in the academy, she felt he had bigger potential once he joined the social circle. By the way, I havent heard from you yet. Are you going to join the Knights? If yes, Im sure your popularity with the ladies will increase, Raz looked at him teasingly.

Adis: No. Im not going to join the Knights.

What?! She was shocked by the unexpected answer. Didnt you always wanted to join the Knights? You even won the tournament and Folia told me in her letters that youve received offers from the talent scouts. Why?!

Perhaps Raz got too carried away, she was asking aggressively with her body leaning towards him so Adis took a step back. He was silent for a while, and then he looked straight into her eyes. Ive found what I wanted to do. Im not going to join the Knights. Im going to become a civil official.

Raz knew that Adis had been striving to become a knight since they were 1st Year students. She assumed he had changed his mind for a reason. His eyes and voice were serious.

Raz regained her composure. I see. I didnt know. I was caught by surprise But I think its great that you managed to find the things that you wanted to do while studying here. She felt glad that he was able to make good use of what he had learned at the academy.

She didnt feel any regret that he wouldnt join the Knights. She knew that he could play an active part anywhere. Youre a diligent person. Im sure your dream will come true. You have my support.

Unlike Carna and Folia, she felt she wouldnt have many chances to see him in the future. She wanted to cheer him for his future since they had spent some time together in the academy before.

Adis pursed his lips for a brief moment If you say so. I feel like I can do my best, he said while looking at the bouquet in his hand. Im going back to my room to change my clothes first.

Yes, you should go change. She nodded while thinking that he would corrupt public moral if he walked around the campus looking like that. At that moment, she saw the tie in his hand. You didnt give away that tie?

Huh! Adis looked anxious.

Hmm? Raz was curious why he still had his tie when his shirts buttons were almost gone. Oh. Youre going to give it to someone later? Tie can be used base on ones mood. Im sure the junior you gave it to will cherish it. Raz made a conclusion by herself.

Adis opened and closed his mouth, unable to speak up his mind. He stared at the tie in his left hand and then raised his head as if he had made up his mind.

Its for you. You can throw it away if you dont need it but dont give it to someone else. Adis shoved the tie into her hand.

Huh? Raz was unable to understand his words.

Whats going on? Raz looked at the tie that he had been using all these years and frowned.

Its not garbage, why would I throw it away? And what does he mean to not give it to someone else?

His name was embroidered on the back of the tie. It really was his tie. How am I supposed to throw this away?

Raz looked at the tie carefully wondering if it was a special tie but couldnt find anything other than it was kept in a good condition. She looked back at Adis.

He also seemed to know that Raz was confused, and was looking at her in amusement. Are you going to stay here?

Raz: No.

Adis: Then Ill walk with you down the hill.

After confirming that Raz had accepted his tie, Adis returned to his usual confident self and seemed to be in a good mood.

Weve already graduated, so I cant call you scholarship student anymore, Adis said as they walked down the hill.

Its like a nickname, so I dont mind if you continue to call me scholarship student. She was used to it, so she knew that she would react if someone call the name. Prince Ruben and Luca-sama still call me Granoli. Its not a problem as long as I know the person is calling me.

Adis: Hmm

The two went through the forest while chatting idly.

Adis: You have anything to do later?

Raz took out a golden pocket watch and checked the time. Its time for me to go home. Ill go meet Principal Harlens first. Actually, she wanted to stay longer but it couldnt be helped.

Adis: Okay. See you later.

Raz: Take care. And please give my regards to your mother.

Adis: Okay. You take care too.

Raz: Un.

Raz said goodbye to Adis and was about to walk towards the school building.

Adis: Raz

She froze when she heard her name. It was the first time he had called her by her name. And it was the first time that she heard him calling a girl by their first name. Perhaps because she was not used to it, her heart was beating loudly.

Raz turned and looked at him. Adis didnt move and just stared at her.

Adis: Thank you for the flower. I know you too well, this flower must be special. I will treat you next time.

He held the bouquet in front of his chest and gave a broad smile. Raz felt he looked photogenic and was fascinated.

See you again, Adis said before turning towards the dormitory.

Raz felt a little lonely as she wondered whether they would ever meet again. She watched his retreating figure in a daze.

Raz: See you again?

She ignored her rushing heartbeat and convinced herself that it was just her imagination.