☀️ Arselia and Akonia

— I won't lie, this is my first visit to the Imperial Archive,” the Tanarian said with a slight smile. “I was thinking of visiting before it closed, but I just couldn't find the time. So, it's hard to compare,” Alaria didn't add that her personal mobile archive was barely functional, “but I can understand your disappointment. I wouldn't mind learning a new profession myself; cooks don't seem to be in demand in Margel, despite the abundance of establishments. It seems I have other talents,” the warrior paused, mentioning that she had “technically” been a soldier, a mercenary, and even, in a way, a model at different stages of her life, “but they don't seem to meet local standards.
— As for the Baldr School,” she said with a nervous laugh, “I… am already in it. Although, I'm afraid the archive isn't the best place to demonstrate my skills. And I'm only just beginning to follow the chosen path, having completed only about half of it. But I can say right away that the time spent is worth it. It allows you to look at the world in a completely new way. But I also recommend not neglecting the story of the founder—the stories about the students of Baldr are very interesting, although they are full of tragedy. In a way, they are even instructive in themselves.

- A cook? - Beata glanced slyly at Gion.
- No, no, no, don't even start, and you're going there too...
- Come on, it all ended well. Both times.
- Shut up, just shut up, please 😅 - Gion covered his face with his hand. - I'm sorry,” he turned to Alaria, “it's a long story... No offense to your profession.
- Of course, no offense, being a cook is great! It's strange that you couldn't find a job in your field! We have many great cafes and restaurants! And maybe some other organization would want to hire a cook...
- Easily... Sounds like an idea,” Gion shrugged. - Good home-cooked food gives everyone strength.
"And the food from Lepota is half sweets, so it's easy to ruin your teeth," he added to himself.

- And you already know about the Baldr School? - Beata's eyes lit up. - Oh, sorry, you... Or can I call you by your first name? That's cool, we're also looking at it!
- What's the story about the founder and the students? - Gion was interested. - I'd like to hear it. If, of course, there's time,” he nodded towards Alaria's books.
- Well, probably... - Beata caught Gion's gloomy look and fell silent. - Well, maybe it's really interesting. But I'm more interested in the practical application... Again, if you don't mind! Otherwise, we might be distracting you!