I, Yuhaka, am hungry!

In the academy principal's office, Grevas watched as the people present told Yuhaka and the others about the things that had been stolen. The stolen item was a stone tablet, which contained information about the strategic-class military spirit [Jormungandr] that had been sealed in the mining city of Gad after the war. Therefore, it could be inferred that the organization that stole the classified information might be planning to liberate that strategic-class military spirit.

Upon hearing Grevas's words, everyone except Yuhaka looked shocked. After all, strategic-level military elves were not common items. If they were liberated and fell into the hands of the organization that attacked the academy last time, it would be a very serious matter.

The power of a strategic-class military spirit is immense, and it cannot be controlled by a single person. It requires hundreds of spirit users to perform the ritual so that Kagura can barely suppress and control it. The destructive power of a strategic-class military spirit is beyond simple description.

However, after the Second Rambar War, the continental nations signed a treaty that sealed away seven strategic-class military Pokémon, Jormungandr being one of them.

However, at this moment, Grevas also spoke to the people present:

"To ensure the success of sealing that strategic-grade military elf, I have someone I'd like to introduce to you."

Then, amidst everyone's puzzled expressions, Grevas looked towards the VIP lounge and spoke to the people inside:

"You can come in."

"Yes."

As she spoke, accompanied by a silvery voice, a black-haired girl wearing a black dress-like uniform walked in. Upon seeing this black-haired girl, everyone except Yuhaka recognized the uniform she was wearing as belonging to the [Shin-i-in] organization that cultivates spirit princesses.

Grevas, sitting at her desk, explained to those present:

"This is the second princess of the Austrian Empire, Fiana Ray Austria."

Upon hearing the identity of the black-haired girl, Fiana, everyone except Yuhaka, who had a completely blank expression, looked surprised. Although there were many noble ladies in Aresia Academy, there was no princess among them.

Princesses born into the Austrian royal family must stay in the Divine Ritual Academy, a training institution for elf princesses, as candidates to serve the five great elf kings. Basically, they can't even see them if they want to.

Immediately, everyone present (except for Yuhaka, who looked completely bewildered) bowed to Fiana. In response to the bows, Fiana addressed the others present:

"No need to be so formal. Here, I am a student just like you. And although I am the second princess, I have become a lost elf princess. No one will take me seriously anymore."

Upon hearing Fiana's words, everyone present showed a surprised expression (except for Yuhaka), while Claire's eyes dimmed slightly.

Four years ago, an accident occurred in which the Fire Elf Princess [Rubia Elstein] suddenly disappeared. Upon learning of Rubia's betrayal, the Fire Elf King was furious, plunging the empire into extreme chaos. In order to quell the Elf King's anger, the Divine Ritual Academy decided to nominate a candidate for the next Fire Elf Princess.

And this candidate was none other than Fiana, the second princess of the empire.

Surprisingly, Fiana did not become the Fairy Princess. For some unknown reason, this second princess suddenly announced that she was giving up her right to be the successor to the Fairy Princess, and was eventually even removed from the royal family.

The reason why this second princess refused to become an elf princess has not been revealed to this day.

Those present were also surprised to find that the second princess before them was actually the lost elf princess.

Grevas, sitting in her chair and leaning back, said:

“She’s right. Once you enter the gates of this academy, no matter what kind of priestess you are, you can’t enjoy special treatment. Whether you’re a princess, a Holy Sword Spirit Wielder, or the sister of a Calamity Spirit Princess, it’s all the same.”

Then Fiana clapped her hands and looked at everyone with a smile, saying:

"That's it~ Although I'm no longer a princess, I still hope you'll all continue to guide me~"

As she spoke, Fiana gave a graceful curtsy to everyone, appearing very elegant. However, everyone's expressions were quite strange and awkward. Fiana noticed this and, after thinking for a moment, realized that she was not wearing a long gown for the ball, but rather a short school uniform.

Everyone knows about short skirts; a slight lift reveals everything below. The person standing to the side looked on with an "Ow!" expression. Yuhaka, pointing at the black triangular piece of fabric with lace, said:

"Youyou saw it! OwO☆!"

Immediately, Fiana covered her skirt, her face turning bright red, and the atmosphere in the room suddenly became awkward.

Grevas, who was sitting at the desk, quickly coughed and said:

"Ahem, alright, let's get down to business."

Seeing that Claire and the others had returned to normal, Grevas explained her mission to everyone. This mission was to escort Fiana to the mineral city of Gade to conduct an investigation. If the mysterious organization that stole the stone tablets was indeed liberating the strategic-class military spirit [Jormungandr], then a sealing ritual would be necessary.

As a former candidate for the Elf Princess, Fiana is the most crucial person in this operation. After all, the Elf Princesses who serve the Five Elf Kings are all experts in the [Ritual Kagura] for quelling elven uprisings, so it is naturally best to let Fiana handle the sealing matter.

Meanwhile, Yuhaka and the others were not only providing protection for Fiana, but also trying to capture the person who stole important confidential information from Aresia Academy.

Incidentally, Grevas gave this commission an S-rank rating. Upon hearing this news, Claire's eyes lit up. After all, the academy selects participating teams for the Elf Sword Dance Festival based on their scores. If her team gets that S-rank rating, they will immediately surpass most of the Elf teams in the academy.

Claire accepted the mission without hesitation, and Alice, who was standing next to her, also accepted the mission.

Chapter 671 [Ready to Depart]

After Yuhaka and the others left, Grevas smiled slightly and said to those behind her:

"I have to say, that princess is really bold to actually dare to deceive me."

As soon as Grevas finished speaking, a figure emerged from the shadows behind her. It was Freya, the teacher from the Raven Class. Freya looked at Grevas curiously and asked:

"Dean, have you discovered the Second Princess's underhanded tactics?"

"Are you talking about Princess Fiana using elven ore in the entrance exam? Of course I know about that."

As a former champion of the Elf Sword Dance Festival, how could Grevas not see through Fiana's little tricks?

"But those elven ores cost over twenty million each, that's really a bit of a waste..."

Hearing Grevas's words, Ms. Freya was slightly taken aback, then looked at Grevas and asked:

"So... you're not going to pursue the matter of the Second Princess's cheating during her school admission?"

In response to Freya's doubts, Grevas revealed a sly smile and said:

"The Second Princess became the second candidate for Elf Princess after Rubia Elstein when she was only thirteen years old. If her elven abilities can be awakened again, then I will have struck gold."

After hearing Grevas's words, Teacher Freya understood why Grevas had turned a blind eye to Fiana's enrollment. Indeed, Fiana's talent was as Grevas described, but only if Fiana didn't give herself away.

Grevas, sensing Freya's thoughts, said:

"She should be well aware of this in her heart, but since she came to this school just to maintain the status quo, then let it go. But if she awakens, then we'll be lucky."

As she spoke, Grevas looked at the ready-to-go team in the distance and smiled.

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Meanwhile, on Yuhaka's side, because the mineral city was located far away, everyone had to travel by horse to reach the mineral city of Gade. Moreover, because the mineral city of Gade had been abandoned for too long, the road conditions were quite complicated, making horse-drawn carriages unsuitable.

When Yuhaka saw everyone leading their horses over, he had an "O-O?" look on his face. Linslet, standing nearby, paused for a moment when she saw Yuhaka hadn't brought his horse over, then said to him:

"Youyou, didn't you bring the horse over?"

Hearing Linslet's words, Yuhaka nodded in agreement. Seeing Yuhaka's reaction, Linslet then said to him:

"The journey to Mineral City takes a whole day, and the roads aren't in great condition either."

To Linslet's words, Yuhaka looked on with an "OwO?" expression. Linslet then gave Yuhaka a look of utter helplessness and said:

"I just can't do anything with you~ Well then, Youyou, let's ride a horse together~"

At that moment, Claire, leading her horse, glared at Linslet and said:

"Linslett! If Youyou is going to ride, she should be with me!"

Upon hearing Claire's words, Linslet immediately looked indignant and said:

"Huh!? Why?! Does having a roommate mean you can do whatever you want?"

Just as Claire and Linslet were arguing, Fiana screamed from behind them.

"Whoa! Stop! Stop! Stop right now!"

Claire and the others looked in the direction of the sound and saw Fiana on horseback, looking surprised and trying to stop the horse, but it seemed unlikely to stop. The out-of-control horse suddenly turned and charged towards Yuhaka and the others. Seeing Fiana's horse charging towards them, Claire and Linslet shouted in panic:

"Wait, wait! Don't come this way—!?"

"I can't control it! Get out of the way!"

At this moment, Yuhaka let out a "Awooo OwO" sound, and the horse that had just gone out of control stopped for a moment. Fiana, who was on the horse, was thrown off the horse by inertia. Fiana, who was thrown off the horse, was flailing her arms and legs in the air with a look of panic on her face.

Just as Fiana was about to fall to the ground, Yuhaka raised his hands and caught her as she flew away. Fiana, who was caught by Yuhaka, looked terrified. To be honest, when she fell off the horse, she felt like she was going to die.

After Yuhaka put Fiana down from his arms, Fiana patted her chest in relief and said to Yuhaka:

"Thank you very much, this... um??"

Fiana was taken aback when she saw Yuhaka beside her with an "OwO" expression. She had seen the child before, and to be honest, it was the first time she had ever seen a little girl with pointed horns and animal ears...

Yuhaka, mistakenly believing that Fiana didn't know her name, put his hands on his hips and looked at Fiana, saying:

"Yooyoda☆!"

Seeing Yuhaka looking up at her with such a smug expression, Fiana felt a stirring in her heart and immediately reached out to pat Yuhaka's head, saying:

"Okay, so cute!"

"OwO?"

Seeing Fiana's flushed face and panting as she touched herself, Yuhaka looked on with a puzzled expression.

Soon, Claire and Linslet, who were standing to the side, looked at the horse that was obediently standing still, then turned to Fiana and said:

"Um, Fiana, can't you ride a horse?"

Hearing Linslet's words, Fiana snapped out of her daze at Yuhaka's adorable appearance and looked at Claire and the others somewhat awkwardly, saying:

"Unfortunately, I have never ridden a horse before, and the Shin-i-in (a religious institution) did not teach me how to ride a horse either."

Upon hearing Fiana's answer, Claire and Linslet both showed expressions of surprise. After all, horseback riding was a basic skill for nobles, and Fiana, as a member of the royal family, had never learned to ride a horse...

Chapter 672 [Arrival in the Mining City of Gade]

Soon, both sides turned their attention to the horses. Claire looked at the horse that was standing quietly and motionless, and said with a puzzled expression:

"Why did that horse suddenly stop?"

Hearing Claire's words, Yuhaka also raised his hand and said to Claire:

"It was Youyou who told the little horse to stop!"

The three people present looked puzzled when they heard what Yuhaka said. After all, they knew that Yuhaka had just made a cute "woof" sound. How could it be said that Yuhaka made the horse stop?

Seeing Claire and the others' puzzled looks, Yuhaka gave a brief demonstration.

"Awooo~!"

Upon hearing Yohaka's call, the horse, which had been standing motionless in the distance, obediently walked towards Yohaka and wagged its tail beside her. Claire and the others were dumbfounded by this, completely bewildered as to why the horse was so obedient to Yohaka's call.

Seeing this, Linslet looked at Yuhaka curiously and asked:

"Could it be that, Youyou, you... can talk to animals?"

Hearing Linslet's words, Eohaka nodded with a =w= expression. Seeing Eohaka's performance, Claire and the others were also very surprised. To be honest, they did not expect that Eohaka could talk to animals. Of course, elves and animals are different.

While spirit masters can talk to spirits and even control them, this is not possible with animals.

After hearing Yuhaka's words, Fiana looked at Yuhaka curiously and asked: