Chapter 68: The First Lesson of the Storm (1)
"Yes, Mrs. Electra (Carolina) was a senior student two years older than me. I received a lot of care from her in the past. Today, I am also being taken care of by her child, Classmate Electra."
Orwell replied with a smile.
"You are too kind. Even if I didn't say anything, you would have been able to control the situation. I hope I didn't cause you any trouble because of my meddling."
"If it were me, it would definitely take some time. Let's not talk about this for now. Since you have already completed the extractant, Mr. Elect, and the quality of the extractant is excellent.
According to the Herbology course regulations, you can get a bonus of 30 credits."
(30 credits, isn't that a bit too much?)
Adelaide, who overheard their conversation, was a little surprised.
They can only obtain 50 credits by attending a class and completing the check-in.
This time, Alfred directly obtained 60% of the credits for punching in.
(And that guy doesn’t lack credits, doesn’t he? He won 25 credits from Lucius! He should give me a little bit of the sweetness. I still owe Mrs. Samantha several hundred!)
"But Mr. Swick, this isn't a good idea, is it?"
"Besides you, Alfred, there must be students who have learned the same technique before. Although it is a bit unfair to students who have never been exposed to it.
But rules are rules, and this may also motivate them. Just accept it honestly."
Orwell persuaded.
"Since you said so, thank you very much. By the way, Lily and Bartlett have finished their homework. If you can, you can also check their homework."
(Huh?!)
Adelaide, who was about to take the glass bottle containing the extractant from the alcohol lamp, was stunned for a moment.
Liliana beside her glanced at Alfred with dissatisfaction, and placed her finished product in front of Orwell.
(W-Why does that guy know about my situation? He, he can’t be watching me all the time, right? Come on, this is really scary!)
Adelaide glanced at Alfred in panic.
The other party responded with an ambiguous smile, which made her feel even more confused.
"Mr. Bartlet (Edelweirde)?"
Elajeer, who was beside her, called out in a weak voice.
"Ah, what's going on?"
"Um, um, the teacher and Christiana (Liliana) are looking at you."
Ella reminded embarrassedly.
"Oh, yeah, sorry, I've already finished my side too!"
Adelaide hurriedly filtered the extract and placed the finished product in front of Orwell.
"Mr. Bartlett (Edelweiss), your extractant is of excellent quality. You can get a reward of 30 credits."
"Thank you, mentor."
"You're welcome. This is the result of your own hard work. However, please pay more attention in class next time."
Orwell warned with a smile, making Edward even more embarrassed.
Well, this reminded her of her previous life when she played games all night and ended up falling asleep in the class and was severely punished by the teacher.
"That Bartlet..."
After Orwell left, Elaje tugged at Adelaide's sleeve like a kitten.
"What's matter?"
"I, I can't grind the herbs very finely. Please, how did you do it just now?"
Ella asked shyly, raising her eyes to inquire.
(This child is so cute, I really want to hug her!)
Adelaide was stunned for a moment and spoke in panic.
"Well, first separate the stems and leaves completely. You can just chop and grind the leaves of the herbs, but you need to lay the stems vertically like this, and then use the grinding wheel to completely grind them open."
Adelaide explained while guiding Ellajie in the operation.
"This will separate the fibers of the stem. Then use a knife to chop the separated fibers and grind them together with the leaves you cut earlier. The resulting powder will be very fine."
"So that's how it is. Thank you, Bartlett."
Elaje gave Adelaide a sweet and dazzling smile, and then repeated the operation according to her method.
(Well, there are still quite a few herbs left. Should I make them all into extract?)
Adelaide looked at his remaining herbs and thought.
Students can take away the completed assignments and remaining materials after class.
Extracts are easier to store than herbs. If you extract them during class, you can save on alcohol. Maybe you can even find seniors who need catalysts and sell them directly to them later...
Just as Edward was making careful calculations in his mind and preparing to start working.
"Um, Bartlett, can I ask you something?"
Ailajie asked with a blushing face and a shy voice.
"whats the matter?"
Adelaide cut the stems and leaves and answered nonchalantly.
"Well, that is, you also like Alfred, don't you?"
“Hmm…Hmm?! W-What did you suddenly say?!”
Edward looked at Ella in panic, and the knife in his hand cut his finger right on target.
“Oooooh! It hurts, it hurts!”
"Mr. Bartlett, please be careful. Come, let me see."
Rosalie, who was on the other side of Elaje, put down the tools in her hands and came to Adelaide's side.
With a somewhat forceful attitude, she grabbed Edward's hand and examined it, then cast healing magic.
"Hey, are you ready now? Thank you, Mansfield-san (Rosalie)."
"You're welcome. Be careful next time."
Rosalie tilted her head and smiled kindly.
Although they were clearly of the same age, Rosalie at this moment seemed very mature and reliable in Edward's eyes, just like an older sister who was good at taking care of people.
"I'm sorry. It's all my fault. I caused you to cut your hand, Bartlett."
Ailajie hurriedly bowed her head and apologized.
"No, it's okay. But Lespinas-san (Elajer), why did you ask such a strange question just now?"
Adelaide asked Ellaje in a troubled tone.
She glanced at Alfred calmly.
Fortunately, the other party was instructing a boy and girl sitting in the front row and did not notice the situation on their side.