The Monster Knight Wants Maternity Leave (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 18

The Eldarion Academy-affiliated kindergarten, located on the southern grounds of the Imperial Palace, facing the plaza.

In front of it, a black-haired mother and daughter emerged from the throng of carriages, drawing attention.

The woman and child, dressed like dolls in matching outfits—milky silk blouses with azure skirts for the mother, and a silk dress with azure sandals for the girl.

They exuded a harmonious atmosphere that clearly suggested a close mother-daughter bond, likely staged to make a good impression during the interview, just like many other families gathered here.

Of course, this thoughtful idea was not Lucia’s own—she had no sense for such things.

It was the strong, sensible opinion of her attendants who had stopped her from wearing her usual uniform, insisting that formal attire was proper etiquette.

Thanks to this, no one recognized her, making her far more comfortable under the public gaze—though the unfamiliar skirt and high heels made her walk awkwardly.

Nia seemed to feel the same way.

Yet for Nia, it wasn’t the clothes that made her uncomfortable—it was this unfamiliar environment.

If Nia had been an ordinary child, she would have been wide-eyed with wonder, eagerly taking in the world around her on her first outing.

But instead of that, the girl kept her head bowed low, eyes fixed on the ground, clinging tightly to Lucia’s hand all the way until they entered the academy’s entrance.

Was it simply because this was her first time in such a place?

Before Lucia could even sort through her worries for the child, a staff member approached and spoke.

“Are you here for today’s interview?”

After checking something, he handed them a numbered ticket.

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