The next day I went to class as usual, some students were still talking about what happened yesterday.
And me, I felt different today. The gazes of the students, some of them were no longer looking at me with hateful gazes.
The girls too, when I just got to class this morning there were several girls who approached me. This is rare. Because, usually they don't even dare to look at my face.
While observing the lesson being conducted, I occasionally glanced at my seatmate, Siena. Since yesterday she had become strange, when I talked to her she wouldn't look me in the eye, and she also avoided me. That's strange, because Siena has never been like this to me so far. Did I do something wrong?
Maybe I should try talking to her again during break time.
*Break time*
"Siena, can we talk for a minute?" I asked her.
"A-ah, s-sirius. S-sorry maybe... I can't. Ah, that's... I have some things to do... Excuse me."
Before she could turn around and leave, I grabbed her hand.
"E-eh..."
"Siena, did I do something wrong to you? Why have you been avoiding me since morning?" I asked.
Siena turned around again and covered her face with her hands. I could see that her face was very red.
"I-I don't know... I'm sorry Sirius, I don't want to avoid you, but since yesterday I've felt something strange around you. My heart can't calm down... I don't even know what kind of face I'm showing right now... Ahh"
What happened this....
"Your face is very red, Siena. I understand, don't shy away from me anymore. You know, I'm a little lonely." I said.
"Ah-..." Siena looked at me, "Alright, I'm sorry." She continued with a smile.
Seeing her smile, I finally understood what I had been feeling lately when I was with Siena. She too, is probably like that. But... Now is not the right time. So for now just leave it like this, it's enough.
After that, we talked for quite a while until class time started again.
The lesson this time was from professor Athena, she was still teaching in the field of theoretical magic.
After this, there will probably be that incident. According to my memory, there will be an incident that happened to professor Athena soon. I'm thinking here, should I take part again this time?
To be honest, I already know, even if I don't intend to take part, but it's like fate is always pulling me to do so. This is a dilemma.
Well, whether I want to or not, it seems like I have to do it.
After Professor Athena's lesson was over, I went over to her who seemed to be having a hard time carrying her books.
"Professor, let me help you." I said.
"Ah, Sirius. It's okay, I can do it myself." He replied.
However, it was obvious that she was struggling, even holding it was difficult so how did she carry it.
"I'll help, I want to help you professor. Leave the book to me."
I then took the book in my hand.
"Ah, alright. Thank you, Sirius."
Professor Siena and I walked to her office.
"Professor, are you having a hard day?" I asked.
"Hmm? No. I never feel like my days are hard! Why do you ask, Sirius?"
Actually, I know that behind Professor Athena's calm demeanor and expression, there is something she is hiding. That is... She is lonely.
But I can't say that I know that. I had to think of something anyway.
"Really? I'm sorry if I'm being presumptuous. I feel like the professor is hiding your true feelings."
"Huh? No, no. That's... Ah- we've arrived at my office. This is it Sirius, I'll do the rest. Thank you for helping me."
Professor Athena was slightly surprised when I said that, and rushed into her office.
Phew. I knew it, because of her loneliness she would get involved in the incident. I have to keep a close eye on her in the near future.
Then, for the past few days I've been paying attention to the environment around Professor Athena. I watched the people who interacted with her. And looked for the person who would cause the incident.
During these few days, there has been no sign of Professor Athena making contact with that person.
But, I can't let my guard down. If left unchecked, Professor Athena might die.
"Sirius."
Called Siena, who came towards me. By the way, I'm in the library right now.
"Siena."
"What book are you reading? That's... The history of artifacts?" Siena asked.
"Ah, yes. I was looking for information about artifacts that can activate ancient magic." I replied.
"I see. Is it because of that incident?"
"Yes. I have to be on guard anyway."
"Right. Ancient magic is scary." Siena replied, her face as if she was recalling what happened back then.
"If something happens, I'll protect you, Siena." I said.
Siena smiled a little surprised at me and she started reading the book she was carrying. It seemed like she was trying to hide her face.
"Mouu... Thank you." Siena replied with a flushed face.
After that, the two of us focused on our respective books, when it was time for the library to close we immediately went outside. Siena and I parted ways, because I still had things to do.
About professor Athena.