Their lesson ended fairly soon after Thea explained everything about the essence of combat.
Vicky tried coaxing her into learning more, but Thea was adamant about ending the session. She sent Vicky home with one instruction: "Think about the Principles of Combat."
She, of course, didn't explain more about what she meant, which frustrated Vicky, but also made her excited.
Unlike most lessons in school, she actually enjoyed learning with Thea. Thea's unique background, or perhaps their similar ages, made Vicky understand her teachings better than any other instructor's before.
She awaited their next session, which would only be after the Peacekeeping Celebrations tomorrow.
As she remembered the holiday, Vicky's jolly attitude took a nosedive into melancholy.
She returned home in the late afternoon. The sound of laughter echoed from the backyard of the family mansion.
But instead of meeting up with her friends, Vicky teleported to her room and climbed back into bed.
