The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

“These cards…are very important to Rin and Luvia, I can’t just take them away like this. I should… um, thank you. Kiana.”

After receiving the card, Ilya seemed to have recovered quite a bit. Although she still looked somewhat worried, she was at least able to communicate well with her friends.

Although she still couldn't break down the barrier between them, they were at least able to go to and from school together peacefully.

That should be enough...

"That... Kiana?"

The peaceful and tranquil school days were drawing to a close, just as Kiana was packing up her books and preparing to go home.

A little girl with white hair, slightly taller than her, quietly appeared and blocked her way.

With her captivating wine-red eyes and pretty, youthful face, she turned her head and made her request in a somewhat shy tone.

"Hmm? Is something the matter, Ilya..."

"Can you come to my house after school?"

"Huh? That's possible, but I don't know what you have—!"

"I have some things on my mind that I want to tell you..."

Kiana was quite surprised by Illya's invitation, as she was already starving and ready to go home for dinner.

Now, I've suddenly received an invitation from Ilya. While I'm happy to be invited to a friend's house, but...

Kiana turned her gaze to the distance, to Miyu, who had almost finished packing her books but hadn't gotten up to go back yet.

"Miyu-nee, may I stay at Ilya's house for the night?"

She leaned closer and asked Miyu in a low voice.

"Okay, be careful."

After saying that, Miyu sighed somewhat dejectedly, then picked up her backpack and prepared to leave.

As she passed by Ilya, she glanced at her close friend, seemingly casually, before turning away without a word and continuing on her way.

Watching her departing figure, Ilya reached out her hand with some distress, as if trying to grasp something, and murmured.

"Miyu..."

Sentimental Magical Girls (Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya): Chapter 18 - The Lady is Home

This situation was not what Ilya had hoped for, but faced with her best friend who no longer responded to her, all she could do was sigh...

Fortunately, although Miyu didn't seem particularly proactive, it's still better than a head-on confrontation, right?

Perhaps in the future, when the card collecting is over, she'll be able to forgive and forget and get along well with me...

And now...

"Let's go, Kiana. It's getting late."

"Ah."

Now that she had already made arrangements with Miyu, Kiana had nothing to worry about and could peacefully let Ilya lead her by the hand as they walked towards her house.

Of course, although it was said to be heading towards her house, the actual route was exactly the same as the route back to the Edfeldt manor.

It was thanks to the fact that the two families lived close together that the two were able to chat and laugh, just like when they returned home from school.

The only difference was that, unlike before, Kiana turned around and was led by Ilya into the simple little house opposite Edfeldt.

Compared to the spacious and imposing mansion of the Edfeldt family, the house where Ilya lives is less grand and solemn, but has a more homely feel.

The decoration here is simple. Outside the main house is a not-too-large yard planted with ornamental lawns and flowers, which gives people a sense of peace when viewed from afar.

Amidst the welcoming flowers and plants lining the path, Kiana slowly followed Illya to the doorway.

With the opening of the small house's gate, she was finally able to glimpse the entire Ilya family home.

Overall... it's just an ordinary house that isn't particularly outstanding...

Looking at the simply decorated hallway and living room, which couldn't be described as luxurious, Kiana felt more and more that this place was completely different from Luvia's house.

"Welcome, Ilya. There are slippers in the entryway. Hmm... I'm thirsty, Sera! Is there any juice in the fridge?"

After returning home, Ilya recovered considerably.

After she helped Kiana change into slippers, she looked up at the maid Sera who was walking towards her.

"Young Miss?! You're finally back. Why are you so late today? If it weren't for Madam, I might have gone to the school to pick you up without permission."

Compared to Lyselle, she was clearly more proactive and tried her best to uphold her identity as a maid.

Unfortunately, the three of them, led by Ilya, found it difficult to keep up with her diligence.

"Huh? You don't need to do that..."

"Speaking of which..."

Because she noticed the little guy behind her young lady, Sera didn't dwell on the matter as much as usual.

She placed her palms together in front of her and walked slowly toward Kiana. When she was close enough, she half-opened her eyes and glanced at the cute little girl in front of her.

She has white hair that is very similar to the young lady, but slightly different. Her big blue eyes seem to speak, and you can feel her lively and spirited temperament just by looking at them.

With her youthful and lovely face, she slowly took off her brown leather shoes after entering the entrance hall and slipped her chubby little feet, which were covered by white stockings, into the slippers next to her.

Perhaps because she felt her feet were a little uncomfortable, she stomped her feet after putting on her shoes, a cute gesture that made her look like a little kitten.

Ah... if only the young lady could be this cute—uh cough cough!

In short, after understanding the visitor's general situation, Sera immediately asked in a very serious tone:

"Excuse me, are you the new maid at the Edfeldt family?"

Maid? Oh, I think Sister Luvia said something like that.

but...

It seems like I've been staying at her house for quite a while...

Not only did she not do any housework like cleaning, laundry, or cooking, but she also devoured most of her considerable food reserves, and recently even stopped grocery shopping...

And it has become more frequent.

But I guess I could be considered a maid?

Kiana thought about it carefully, then sucked on her finger and silently said:

"It seems so, why?"

"Eh? Maid... Kiana, you're a maid too? Wow... So this position doesn't have an age limit?"

Seeing that Illya had actually turned around and exclaimed in surprise, Kiana could only awkwardly say:

"Well, I guess so, but not really."

"Uh, okay, whether you are or not, you'll always be my good friend, I'm sure of that. Phew... Sera, I want to spend some time with Kiana, remember to call us when dinner is ready. Also, if your brother comes back, remember to tell him to be careful."

"Huh? What should I be careful about?"

"Don't do what happened last time..." Ilya's voice trailed off, growing softer and softer until it was barely audible.

Sera wasn't sure which time she was referring to, but that didn't stop her from nodding in agreement.

After all, she wasn't in a good mood to deal with Shirou.

After briefly explaining the situation, Ilya slowly walked to the refrigerator in the living room, took out some juice, and poured some for herself and Kiana.

After filling their glasses with juice, Kiana and Illya both drank a glass of orange juice to quench their thirst, and then went upstairs together.

"Strange... What exactly does the young lady want to say to this servant of the Edfeld family? Could it be that she's talking to that little girl named Miyu..."

“Sera”.

Just as Sera was worrying incessantly and even unconsciously blurting out her innermost thoughts, Lyselle, who had been slumped on the sofa like a domesticated kitten, suddenly bit into the potato chip in her mouth.

"Hmm? What's wrong, Liz?"

"have a finger in the pie."

"What did you say!"

Sera was both shocked and angry at being targeted for no reason.

She stared wide-eyed at her colleague, who seemed to be slacking off almost every day, and was on the verge of exploding.

Just as she was about to teach this colleague a lesson...

A mature and charming white-haired beauty walked into the house, yawning.

“Alla, Sera, and Liss.”

"Madam? Why are you dressed like this... you're completely soaked!"

Upon hearing this, Mrs. Irisviel looked down at her completely soaked clothes and realized that she had accidentally gotten them wet while watering the flowers in the backyard.

And it's not just a little bit wet...

"Huh? Oh, right, is the bathroom empty? I'm going to take a shower first, we'll talk later."

"Wait! Madam, Miss has brought guests today... They're from Edfeldt, you..."

"What? People from Edelfelt? Is it Miyu?"

When Sera shook her head to indicate that it wasn't true, Mrs. Irisviel's easygoing expression gradually faded, replaced by seriousness and earnestness.

"Not Miyu? Then who is it?"

Sentimental Magical Girls (Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya): Chapter 19 If I Quit

“Well, according to Miss Ilya, she seems to be a very…special girl.”

Sensing the unusual look in the lady's eyes, Sera slowly revealed everything she knew.

Although it wasn't Ilya's order, she still chose to reveal it to the lady, as she considered it an obligation that a maid must fulfill.

"is it?"

Mrs. Irisviel stroked her chin, a hint of amusement appearing on her mature and pretty face...