Chapter 207: Chapter 207 Luxurious carriage
"But teacher, what if Banana also wants trip?!" Boo puffed his cheeks and hugged the plush tightly.
Luna huffed, crossing her arms. "You two are ridiculous. I’m going to bring something useful. Like... meat!" Her golden-brown eyes gleamed with pride.
"NOOO!" the class shouted in unison, some laughing, some horrified.
Alina pressed her forehead. "Luna, no meat. Fresh food will spoil."
"Fine," Luna grumbled, still looking unconvinced.
Vlad Jr. raised his hand politely, though his smirk betrayed him. "Teacher, I will bring a proper handkerchief and a comb. Even on a trip one must remain elegant."
"Very good, Vlad Jr.," Alina said, nodding with approval.
Kelpie lifted his hand nervously, water dripping faintly off his sleeve. "Teacher, can I bring... a tiny bowl of water? I feel calmer with it."
"No, Kelpie. Your water bottle is enough."
Rocky muttered shyly, almost turning half-pebble. "Can I bring... pebbles? Just a little pouch."
"Yes, sweetheart," Alina reassured him warmly. "But only a few."
Felix leaned forward, grinning, his pink outfit catching the light. "Teacher, I’ll bring sweets for everyone. Don’t worry."
Alina smiled. "That’s very kind, Felix, but don’t forget your lunch too."
"Alright! So remember: water bottle, snack box, towel, change of clothes, and anything else your parents help you pack. But no drums, no bananas, no meat, and no bowls of water!"
"Unfaaaair!!!" Drake and Boo shouted together, making the whole class burst into laughter again.
Alina chuckled, shaking her head. "So everyone remember which time you have to reach here??" she asked, her eyes twinkling as she leaned against her desk.
"Yessssss, at 8!!" Boo sang, spinning in the air and throwing his arms wide like he was making an announcement to the heavens.
"At day or night??" Alina asked, her lips twitching in amusement.
"Niiiiiiiight!!!" Drake shouted proudly, puffing out his little chest as if he had given the perfect answer.
Alina nearly dropped her chalk, her eyes going wide before she burst out laughing. "Night?! Drake!!" she said, covering her mouth.
The class broke into chaos, giggles bouncing off the walls. Boo clutched his stomach dramatically and howled, "Ooooo midnight trip!! Boo will carry ghost-lantern and lead everyone!!" He spun upside down and pretended to hold a lantern in his tiny hand, making spooky noises.
"Noooo!!" Luna yipped, fur fluffing up as she stomped her little paw. "Luna wants sunshine! We run in the light, not in the dark!"
"Sunshine is boring," Vlad Jr. sniffed, flipping his silky hair back with a princely air. "Moonlight is elegant. I support night."
"Night is scary," Rocky muttered, already trembling as his arms stiffened. Kelpie gave his shoulder a wet pat and whispered, "Don’t worry, I’ll splash the monsters away."
"8 in the morning, not night," Alina said at last, pressing her palms together with mock seriousness. "When the sun is up. Not midnight, not moonlight, and definitely not ghost-light."
Drake gasped, slamming his desk with his chubby hand. "But teacher!! At morning, cake tastes less shiny!!"
"Cake tastes shiny??" Felix blinked before bursting into laughter, covering his smile with his sleeve.
"Yes!!" Drake said firmly, his amber eyes wide with conviction. "At night, cake sparkles in tummy more!!"
Alina shook her head helplessly, shoulders shaking with laughter. "Morning, everyone. Eight o’clock sharp. Or else teacher will come to your houses and drag you here herself."
"Scaryyyy!" Boo squealed, spinning upside down before collapsing on his desk in giggles.
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Next morning, the kindergarten garden was filled with soft morning light, and in the center stood a magnificent vehicle that made Alina’s jaw drop. She had been calling it "Luxurious carriage" in her head because there was no better word—it was both an RV and a bus, luxurious beyond anything she had ever seen.
Inside, every detail spoke of comfort and extravagance. Wide, cushioned seats lined with the softest dark fabric were arranged neatly, each with a little table attached and cabinets below for storage. The walls and roof were transparent, offering a clear view of the garden and the sky above.
Above the seats were compartments where the bags could be placed. The floor was covered with a thick, plush mat that almost made her want to take her shoes off right there.
Toward the back, the space opened into a tiny dining area, with polished counters and delicate chairs that looked just the right size for little ones. A staircase curled upward, leading to a loft-like floor for napping, layered with mattresses and pillows. And—what shocked her the most—there was even a compact bathroom, gleaming clean, tucked away neatly as though designed by magic.
Alina stood outside, her light pink top tucked into blue jeans, her white cap shading her face from the gentle sun. Her chestnut hair was tied up in a high ponytail, bouncing slightly whenever she moved. She had worn comfortable shoes for the trip, and her small travel bag—neatly packed with useful things—had already been placed inside by one of Dante’s helpers. Despite all her planning, she still felt a little self-conscious; the sheer luxury of this carriage made her wonder if she was dressed too simply.
She barely had time to think before the first little figures appeared at the garden gate. Lucien walked beside Sable, both holding their tiny bags like they were carrying treasures.
Sable wore a bright yellow shirt with matching shorts, his little horns peeking shyly from his head. His cheeks were flushed pink, either from excitement or the cool morning air, and his eyes darted nervously toward the big vehicle.
Lucien, by contrast, seemed calm and steady, dressed in a soft brown shirt and blue pants that made him look so grown up for his age. Still, the faint sparkle in his eyes betrayed his excitement.
"Good morning, sweetheart!" Alina’s voice warmed as soon as she spotted them, her smile stretching wide. She knelt a little to greet them properly, helping both boys with their bags.
They handed them over obediently, but instead of climbing inside as she instructed, both stepped down quickly and their eyes darting back to the luxurious vehicle.
Alina laughed softly, patting Sable’s little horned head. "Why aren’t you sitting inside, hmm? It’s made for you," she coaxed.