9 Letter
It's been a few days since John finally recovered from his injuries. It was a peaceful time in the mansion, they all were having fun. Both of the maids finally ate with the same table as their master. Celine was still a playful cute sister and John had trouble keeping up with her antics.
There was one time he was tricked and got himself a scolding from Emily for making her do extra work. John helped Emily from the mess he did, and every then he helped the maids from the work. They first disagree with his proposal but he insisted that it was to learn more things which they finally complied.
It was hard at first but John finally adjusted and worked efficiently. Celine got jealous of her brother and also help from the work their doing. Doyle watched what they're doing with a black look on his face but he then sighs and let them continued what they were doing.
'It's not liked some nobles will see what they were doing. Anyway, it should be anytime now it will arrive'
He waited.
He already did his part as a butler to take care of matters relating to his master and he was waiting for the reply.
He had made a mistake to enroll John in Itecegia's School of Nobility. He learned his lessons and finally decided to let him transfer to another school with the least discrimination.
He searched for news about it for some days and found the ideal school.
Trexia School.
Trexia School accepts commoner and noble alike. It was pretty far away from here but it offered the safe environment he will need.
The school taught about history, arts, law, magic and most importantly chess.
Doyle was satisfied with the curriculum that they will teach. Ideally, he wanted John to be a student in Itecegia's School of Nobility as they had many things to offer but it was cut short by the reality of nobility. There were power struggles everywhere and the weak will crumble and trampled upon sooner or later, he didn't mean that his master is weak but the way the nobility students act is brutal and will punish those who dirtied the noble bloodline. Most of the students there are smart and had the power which made it hard for John to survive in that environment so he can only retreat and transfer him to another school.
The school already replied to him and he was already waiting for the letter of recommendation for John to transfer. They had already processed the necessary documents for him and the letter was the only thing he waited.
'Young master, I hope this will be enough'
***
John had been learning many things in the mansion. He felt that it wasn't so bad after all. He learned to cook, tend the animals, cleaning, and many more things.
'I have learned everything I can. They only thing I need to do now is to make this system work.'
John already minimized the system that was floating on his eyes. He had ignored the system for the past few days in order to spend time with them.
(Note: I changed the system he had as I felt it was limited and it doesn't show the prowess of other chess engines(They are strong in their own way). I will need to revise the earlier chapters.)
[ Ultimate Chess System Menu
1. Select Engine
2. Opening Book
3. Tablebase
4. PGN / FEN
5. Engine Options
6. Game Options
]
'Nothing has changed'
John saw that the interface was still the same.
'Well duh, of course, it will still be the same'
John wanted to test the system but he didn't feel like using it to play with them. It felt dirty to cheat them using it, he doesn't mind using his brain but he was paranoid that the system will screw him over like providing him with the best moves. Anyway, he just wants to be here for a little while longer but sadly the news already arrives at the doorstep.
John saw Doyle walked towards him. John for the past two days got reprimanded by Doyle for his acts but he was soon allowed John to do what he wants.
"Young master, the school already sent the letter to allow your transfer to Trexia School"
Doyle replied.
"Alright"
John replied with a dismayed look on his face. He knew that it will already come soon, he expected it to be a little longer but sadly it was a bit earlier.
He felt sad. He will be leaving soon.
John looked at Celine who was playing with the maids on the garden. He smiled and saw that she was happily playing.
"Let's go, Doyle, I need to tell them about the news"
John and Doyle walked together.
John read the letter and saw that he must be there next week. He had a look of regret that he only had five days left in the mansion and the way there will take at least two days.
They both arrived at the garden and John walk towards them.
Celine, Diane, and Emily saw John heading towards their direction with the letter on his hand. He had a difficult expression when he saw them.
Diane and Emily already know that John will be leaving soon. Celine still had a cheerful face and headed towards his direction.
"Big Brother, come play with us!"
Celine holds his hand and wanted to urge him to walk faster.
John thoughts ran faster and imagine the best scenario without hurting her feelings.
"Ok, let's go"
John followed her while leaving the letter to Doyle who was beside him secretly. He decided that it was best to spend his time remaining fully with them.
Doyle watched the leaving figure of John as he followed his sister and spent time with them.
He headed back to the mansion and prepare the things he might need upon arriving at his new school.
***
John had spent his remaining five days fully with them. Celine had continued her antics and the maids had prepared many delicious foods for him to eat.
John continued to read some books to further increase his knowledge about the world. The kingdom's law, races, history, and more. He spent late nights reading it while all of them was asleep, he didn't want to disturb their time to rest. He on the previous world would even sleep in the morning to his late-night gaming session.
On the last day he got some good night sleep and woke up early, he saw that Doyle was waiting for him outside. He got up and ate his breakfast and prepared everything he needed and headed out from the mansion.
Celine had already woken up and saw that John was already dressed.
"Big Brother, you are leaving now right?"
Celine had a sad expression on her face. She had known that it was time for him to go. She was bothered that the maids had a sad expression on their faces when they serve John. She got curious and asked them about it but they dodge the question but she knew they are hiding something. She was an innocent but a smart girl and so she continually pestered them to tell her the truth. After they told everything she finally learned about John leaving the mansion tomorrow.
She was sad that her Big Brother did not tell her about this.
'Big Brother, why are you so mean'
Celine was sad and sulking that her brother didn't tell her about it. She now finally knows her brother was spending his remaining time with them and had a hard time sleeping that night but it was time for him to go.
"Yes, I'm sorry for not telling you this"
Celine had a big tear in her eyes.
John felt worse that he made her cry.
If the men from the previous world saw her cried, they will raise their torches and pitchforks to this heretic. This heretic must die.
'How dare you made our Goddess cry!'
'Burn him in the stakes!'
'Purge the heretic!'
Angry shouts of mobs would bombard him for justice.
John steeled himself and hug her.
"Don't worry, I will be back sooner or later, I promise."
Celine nods slowly and hugs him in return. She will miss her brother.
Emily and Diane had a small tear on their eyes, it is sad that they cannot see their young master for some time.
John retracts his arms around Celine and walks towards the maid and given them a hug.
"Please come back safely, young master."
"Take care of yourself, young master."
Emily and Diane bid their goodbyes.
"I will."
John finally walked out of the mansion and arrive outside the gate.
"Young master, please take care"
Doyle bid his farewell to his young master.
"Doyle, please take care of them"
"Of course, young master"
John sat down inside the carriage and finally heads towards the destination.
