Chapter 33

This is like trying to force a duck to climb a tree!

/TL Note: The phrase is a Chinese idiom that means "to force something to happen that is not natural or appropriate"/

Want to forcefully grab her neck and make her forgive?

Ifia looked at George kneeling down towards her, feeling speechless at this moment.

Thought George was so brave.

But the result is this?

Since he is so timid and afraid, why provoke trouble?

Now it's not a matter of whether she forgives or not, but whether Pulis College wants to pursue charges.

"I believe Pulis College will handle everything well and won't let the students suffer injustice."

When Ifia spoke again, her face was serious, ignoring the pressure brought by George's kneeling, and directly threw this trouble to the college.

Whether George stays or leaves has nothing to do with her.

(System, is George really a member of the female lead group? Why is he so extreme?)

[Host, the system has never confirmed whether your speculation is correct. According to the original plot development, George was just the study partner of the female lead when she first entered Pris College. By the time the female lead developed, he was no longer worthy of standing by her side.]

[...]

Alright!

Regarding the idea that Fiona and George are members of the female lead group, it's indeed only her subjective opinion.

But, as long as it's related to the plot, the system is like a zigzag gourd.

Can't find out anything… Wait, this doesn't make sense!

Why did the system respond so readily this time when asked about the plot, without the usual reluctance?

(System, why didn't you hold back spoilers when I asked about George's plot?)

[Except for the main characters, the plot of insignificant characters, when not involving the main characters, the system can open the inquiry permissions! For example, Ifia's original ending, the system did not conceal it.]

The system's explanation couldn't be faulted.

Indeed, it didn't keep it a secret.

However, the more it was like this, the more curious Ifia became.

What secrets were the main characters hiding that required the system to guard them so closely?

Ifia knew that even if she asked, she wouldn't get answers, so she decided not to ask, redirecting her attention to the current situation. The grade director already had a stern face, ready to have George taken away.

At this point, seeing that there was no room for reversal, George, with a pained expression on his face, no longer held any hope.

He knew he was done for!

The beautiful future he once dreamed of, everything had slipped away from him.

George's limbs were limp, and even as he left, he was dragged away with his arms supported by two people.

With the troublesome student causing the commotion already taken away, the farce concluded, and the grade director signaled the teacher in charge to continue.

Aside from announcing the name of the top student in the grade, what followed was the eagerly anticipated distribution of rewards.

Facing the gaze of the students, Ifia walked step by step onto the platform, receiving the golden commemorative coin from the teacher.

The coin was housed in a glass box, shining brightly in the refracted sunlight.

It was truly beautiful~

Tears of emotion nearly flowed down Ifia's cheeks.

She struggled to maintain a serious expression, making an effort to recall the most difficult moments in her life.

But it was all futile against the gleaming golden light…

Fortunately, after Ifia stepped down from the stage, she couldn't control the wild upward curve of her mouth. By the time she returned to her original position, Lucy and Jessica had already surrounded her, their faces filled with curiosity as they wanted to take a look at the commemorative coin.

Ifia didn't disappoint them, she immediately opened the glass box, revealing golden coins the size of ping-pong balls. Carved on them were intricate and exquisite patterns that, when connected, formed a small lamb happily grazing on grass.

"As expected, every commemorative coin from Pulis College is a masterpiece!"

Looking at the golden commemorative coin, Lucy flashed a silly smile similar to Ifia's, while Jessica was impressed by the superb carving craftsmanship. No matter from which angle she looked, it was a masterpiece!

The more she looked, the more she liked it!

Jessica felt a bit tempted, hesitated for a moment, but in the end, she couldn't resist her love for the commemorative coin.

"Ifia, do you have any intention to sell this coin? If you want to sell it, please sell it to me. I'm willing to offer 80 gold coins."

To be fair, Jessica's offer was not low. The value of a Pulis College golden commemorative coin was sixty gold coins, with some minor fluctuations, but it rarely went above seventy gold coins.

One gold coin could be exchanged for ten silver coins, and one silver coin was equivalent to one hundred copper coins!

For an ordinary commoner to possess eighty gold coins would mean achieving financial freedom.

However, Ifia shook her head and then 'snap' closed the glass box. She smiled at Jessica and said, "I'm sorry, Jessica, I want to give this commemorative coin to my best friend."

With Ifia's words, Jessica was somewhat shocked. She wasn't planning to sell it for money to improve her life but instead wanted to give it away?

Ifia's generosity was nothing like that of a commoner.

Perhaps Jessica's expression was too evident, as Ifia felt the need to explain, "She has helped me a lot before, and now, having this commemorative coin as a gift doesn't seem tacky."

"Is she the noble friend you mentioned in the classroom before?"

Jessica looked at Ifia nodding, and she couldn't help but feel many emotions. However, most of all, her admiration for Ifia increased.

Unlike Britney, who disdainfully disliked all commoners, Jessica had no issues with commoners trying to improve their lives. Instead, she believed that those who played tricks and deceitful individuals needed a strong response.

Yet, the commoner Ifia was willing to gift a precious commemorative coin to her friend.

Just based on this, she was undoubtedly a person of noble character, worthy of making friends with!

Moreover, Ifia also admired and looked up to Miss Barlen, who happened to be Jessica's idol!

Sometimes, female friendships just happen unexpectedly.

After the exams, the next day Jessica didn't bother with those noble ladies. Instead, she forcefully squeezed herself between Ifia and Lucy, gradually evolving into a campus trio that did everything together.

"Ifia, Lucy, it's a day off today. How about going to Clifton Street? I heard they recently got a shipment of oriental spices, and the prices aren't too high!"

Ifia had been pondering how to buy materials, and upon hearing Jessica's news, her eyes immediately lit up.

What perfect timing!

"After the day off today, I'm going to visit my injured cousin, so I can't join you guys."

"No problem, Lucy. I'll bring a gift for you! Jessica, is there a blacksmith on Clifton Street?"

Ifia comforted Lucy and then immediately asked Jessica.

If they could find a blacksmith, she wouldn't need to go elsewhere to solve the issues with spices and pots.

While she could also go to the streets near the slums to buy cheap ingredients, these were gifts for Amelia, so she couldn't afford to be careless!

"Of course, there is. Are you planning to go?"

"Yeah."

"Great! Then you must accompany me to a place. It's said to be very effective!"

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Ifia was curious about where Jessica wanted to go. However, when they arrived at Clifton Street after school, she was shocked to see the Gothic-style houses with pointed hats, displaying a colorful but ominous black.

And at the entrance of one of the houses was a blackboard with the words: "Madame Medanie's Fortune-telling House, Blessings and Exorcism, Professional Demon Elimination~"