novelonline Chapter 4182 Picnic in Oakham Park
Chapter 4182 Picnic in Oakham Park
Chapter 4182 Picnic in Oakham Park
Since Adelina arrived in Arcadia on Wednesday afternoon, Shad felt like he hadn't had a break. Only thirteen hours had passed since he and Viggo went to the Glamour Club last night, but the events of those thirteen hours were already enough to exhaust Shad.
The "big trouble"—the crystal ball—was tossed to Principal Pigman. Having successfully contained the relic, Shad didn't concern himself with the aftermath. But he had no time to rest; Miss Feliananna, having assisted him in the battle, didn't have much time left to maintain consciousness.
After politely declining the invitations from Miss Eden, the "Sun Emblem," and Mr. Brooklyn, the "Radiant Hand," Shad and the girls left the lake and quickly disappeared into the bustling crowd in the park.
The ring sorcerers from the church and academy continued to deal with the aftermath of the incident. Although the relic itself had been contained, there were still many traces in the artificial lake that needed to be investigated and dealt with. Everyone suspected that the major event that the [Prophet Association] had divined during the expo was this.
As for the two noble ladies from 600 years ago who were exchanged by Xia De under an agreement on the second floor of the guild hall, their identities have now been discovered by the church, and the church will investigate and deal with them.
However, at least the area around the artificial lake has reopened, although visitors are not allowed to enter the lake.
The sun was shining brightly. Under the sycamore trees on the edge of the lawn on the east side of Oakham Park, where order had been restored, Shad, sitting on a thick wool picnic blanket in crimson and dark green, formally introduced the doll he held in his hands to the girls.
Everyone was here except for Flora, Bella, and Sirius, who remained at Fragrance Mansion. Of course, Daniste had originally intended to stay by the lake to guard the crystal ball, but after seeing Shad's signal, she followed. As for Iluna, she left the lakeside immediately after the sealing was completed; apart from Miss Eden and a few ring sorcerers who entered the [Leatherware Guild], no one saw her here.
Ordinary people strolling in the park were unaware of what had just happened. The May sunlight, filtered through the canopy of the sycamore trees above the picnic blanket, cast golden dappled patterns across the lawn. Three or four aristocratic families and young students were picnicking and playing on the lawn, while under the trees, Xia De and his group, apart from being slightly larger, were no different from the others.
Winnie, Tifa, Miss Elizabeth, and Miss MacDonald were with the maids, placing the mahogany multi-tiered basket inlaid with silver for the picnic on the blanket and opening it. Ellie had already gotten the apple she wanted, and she was leaning against Shad, her movements casual but unusually natural. Iluna was looking at Ellie, her thoughts unreadable.
Luvia, Daniste, Galina, Sylvie, Claire, Vanessa, and Viggo listened intently to Shad's story told amidst the rustling of the treetops overhead, as if time itself was providing accompaniment for his tale.
The Leatherworks Guild's actions exposed him and Viggo to too many disgusting things, but Shad didn't reveal those most horrific sights that challenged the limits of humanity. Their final adventure at the Bloodstained Factory was full of surprises. The group encountered a god, learned about the sacrifices and sacrifices of generations of adventurers, and experienced life and death while hiding in a coffin, leaving the girls in awe.
In the dappled sunlight, Tifa, dressed in a maid's outfit, looked even more elegant and beautiful than usual. As she worked, she listened to Shad's story with a smile, then knelt beside him and laid out the cold venison, cucumber sandwiches, raisin scones, strawberry tarts, and other snacks in turn. Afterward, she poured tea for Shad, Iluna, and Ellie.
"I don't need it."
Seeing the very attractive maid looking at her, the doll held in Shad's hands waved her hand. Tifa looked apologetic, while the cat nestled on Shad's lap wagged its tail; it really enjoyed the warm breeze and comfortable environment.
On the distant lake, boats of various colors drifted quietly, while inside the exhibition hall on the north side of the artificial lake, the soft strains of a waltz played by a band. The park was noisy but not at all harsh. A breeze rustled through the treetops, and a shower of petals drifted in from somewhere, landing on the lace skirts, silver hairpins, and open booklets of poetry of the girls.
The poetry collection lay face down on the tablecloth; it was "Summer Nights Collection," which Lacia had just opened.
Apart from Sister Daphne, Grace, and Helen, who were not participating in the picnic, everyone involved in the operation was enjoying the aftermath. Galina leaned against the shade of a tree as if dozing, Iluna sat beside her looking up at the rain of flowers, a chessboard was set up between Sylvie and Vanessa, Claire took the teacup handed to her by Winnie, and Viggo wiped the old scissors in her hand with a handkerchief.
Luvia, Lacey, and Dorothy sat together, their backs to Shad as if they were gazing at the scenery of a spring park. Ellie was engrossed in eating a delicious apple. It seemed only Danist was listening attentively. After Shad briefly recounted the day's adventures, she summarized:
"So, you want Miss Felicity to persuade me to agree to send the teacher back to a point in the past?"
She understood what Shad meant; of course, that was what he meant. His story was finished, and the doll he held in his palm said:
"Actually, Shad's idea is quite good. In my time, there was the 'Book of Dragons: Breeding and Growth,' baby dragon maids who were good at taking care of dragon eggs, and even a source of fire that might be useful. The conditions were better back then than they are now."
Moreover, I have gathered some evidence that essentially proves the moon egg will definitely appear in Saint Byrons of the Fifth Age. I swear in my own name that I will take good care of her.”
"No, please don't say that. I trust you completely."
Danist explained that to avoid being discovered by the church's ring sorcerers, she appeared to be eighteen years old, wearing a youthful and vibrant school uniform conjured up for her by Shad using the "Key to the Gate: Cinderella." Among the picnic group, besides Iluna and Ellie, she was the youngest-looking.
"I was just making a suggestion, and I will support you if you ultimately decide not to adopt this approach."
Shad added that he wouldn't force Danesther to make a choice, and the red-haired sorceress understood Shad's concessions towards her; she wasn't the stubborn type either.
"If I agree, Shad, you must help me find that egg again later."
She raised her head and said stubbornly to Xia De, who smiled:
“Since you and I were able to bring her back from the Moon Tower together, we can certainly find her again from the academy.”
He blinked, then looked down at the doll in his hand and asked:
"Miss Feliananna, if you want to return that egg, where in the academy would you hide it?"
"Shad, this is cheating. Even if I told you, would the Tree Father allow you to hear it?"
As the petite Felician Anna spoke, the girls on the blanket laughed together; in fact, they were all listening to the conversation.
Miss Doll continued:
"I am not my true self; I am merely a thought, an echo, a fragment split off from an individual named 'Mana Ferrianana.' After you brought me here, our thoughts diverged due to our different experiences, so I can't actually give you an answer, since I didn't go through the process of 'hiding the moon egg.'"
But even if I hide it, it will definitely be in a very conspicuous place. I won't use any mysterious methods to hide things.
Shad nodded, then asked softly:
"So, when your time comes to an end, you—the you I brought to this time and space—will completely disappear, right?"
The doll-like girl, also wearing her signature witch's pointed hat, smiled gently when she heard Shad's question, and looked up at Shad under the shade of the tree:
"I'm just a puppet, not the person you're thinking about."
"but."
"When my true form touches me again, we will merge back into one, and she will know everything that happened here. So, please take good care of this doll."
She flew from Shad's palm into the air, the witches surrounding them effectively blocking views from other directions. Time was running out; the doll flew to face level with Shad, gazing intently at him as if trying to etch him entirely into her heart:
"It's a real shame that this 'journey to the future' is coming to an end. Although I don't have time to talk to you more or see more scenery with you, I'm glad that everything that needed to be done has been accomplished, so it can be considered that everything went smoothly."
She leaned closer to Shad and kissed his forehead with her small lips:
"This spring has been beautiful. The girls around you are all wonderful; they will help you. I look forward to seeing you again, Xia De. Take care."
"Miss Felicia, you too."
Before Shad could finish speaking, the floating doll plummeted downwards. Mia, directly below, made no attempt to dodge, as Shad caught the doll instantly.
The doll was now "empty." Though its face still held the final, gentle expression, Shad knew it was no longer the person he missed. There was no solemn farewell; it vanished after just one sentence. The warm spring breeze couldn't dispel the sorrow of parting. Shad sighed, feeling that if he could properly learn about the culture of this world and this era, perhaps he could write a short poem to express his grief at this moment.
The "petite Felician Anna doll" is the final souvenir of this time exploration, which Shad will keep safe and await the next reunion.
“Although I know you must be feeling down right now and have a lot of important things to tell us, before that, and before the picnic officially begins, I also have something to say. Don’t worry, it’s just a little suggestion.”
Luvia turned away, no longer looking at the park scenery, and spoke seriously to Shad. Everyone turned to look, curious about what Luvia had to say.
The girl with purple eyes glanced at the doll, then asked hesitantly:
"I know you must really like this doll, but could you... please don't put it on your bedside table at home? Dorothy, Lacey, and I sometimes stay overnight, and if we see it sitting on the bedside table watching us at night..."