"What I just said was that I found a mother for Kiana." Lu Mian said these very scary words in the calmest tone.
The voice was very soft and the tone was very gentle, but it sounded like thunder exploding on the vast plain.
At least that's how it was for Theresa.
But the girl who was originally sitting calmly on the principal's office chair leaned forward and was clearly showing signs of standing up.
Then she disappeared - or rather, she suddenly disappeared from the sight of the man who was sitting across a desk from her.
Blame it on the "unreachable" height of the desk and the false height created by the office chair...
Seeing this scene, Lu Mian, who was standing opposite, thought about it for a moment and immediately understood what was going on.
Then, the corners of his mouth began to twitch up and down like crazy.
One second, two seconds, three seconds...
I don’t know how many Buddhas’ harsh surveillance I was under before I finally didn’t laugh out loud.
It was during these few seconds that Theresa sat back in her office chair.
Although she usually tends to "fail" at critical moments, she has never encountered such a thing.
Normally, it should have turned red and warm long ago.
But not this time.
There was anxiety in Theresa's eyes and a serious expression on her face. "Lu Mian, you just mentioned 'Qiana's mother', right?"
The tone didn't sound like she was caring about her niece, nor did it sound like she was questioning anything. Instead, it sounded more like she was missing her.
Lu Mian knew who Theresa was missing.
If nothing unexpected happens, it should be Cecilia.
It’s a pity that this time he brought back not the good woman and mother-in-law who was “truly fascinating”.
So the other party is destined to be disappointed.
The reason why Lu Mian brought up the topic of "finding a mother for Kiana" was not because he wanted to see Theresa's disappointed expression.
Although he loved to joke around with people around him, he was not really born to that level.
It happens just because it happens to be necessary at this moment, that's all.
Once upon a time, a wise man once said:
"People always like to compromise. For example, if you say that the room is too dark and you need to open a window, they will definitely not allow it. But if you advocate removing the roof, they will compromise and become willing to open the window."
Lu Mian knew that it would be difficult to explain to Theresa the ins and outs of the problems with Maya, Xilin, Bella, Agatha, Aurora, Galina and others.
At the same time, Theresa would definitely not agree to let Meia and Kiana end their relationship as mother and daughter right here.
But as long as "Cecilia" is brought out and allowed to go through Theresa's mind, all the problems that can be called "problems" will become insignificant in comparison.
Facing Theresa's question, Lu Mian seemed extremely calm, and his tone was gentle and soft:
"The thing is, I brought back several girls to our St. Freya Academy, and Kiana just happened to run into them.
"It could be some inexplicable throbbing, or it could be because their ages and temperaments were unexpectedly suitable. In short, one of the women named 'Meia' and Kiana became mother and daughter."
Just saying these words already feels strangely abrupt and awkward.
What's more, what about telling it out loud to others?
I really can’t imagine what kind of mental state Theresa, the listener and the aunt involved, would have been in if there hadn’t been the shock and excitement caused by “Cecilia”…
With Lu Mian's plan, Theresa was not so excited as to take out the Judas on the spot.
However, her tone was still full of doubt and dissatisfaction, "Let's put aside other things, just talking about 'becoming mother and daughter' when we just met, isn't it a bit too hasty?
"Lu Mian, you were there at the time, why didn't you stop it?
"And even if we take a step back and assume that the woman named Meiya and Kiana were not just impulsive but really fell in love, then why didn't they ask me, their 'guardian', what I think first?
"Guardian? Theresa, are you responsible for Kiana's daily life, food, clothing, housing and transportation?" Lu Mian asked slowly and reasonably.
Hearing this, Theresa's momentum weakened a bit, but she was not afraid of the stage. Instead, she answered honestly:
"Uh, no."
"Well, these daily tasks are basically completed by Mei, the real 'stepmother', and Ji Zi occasionally helps out," Lu Mian nodded and said.
Then, he asked again, "So, Theresa, have you taught Kiana some knowledge and life lessons?"
"Um, well, no." Having said this, it can be seen that Theresa's psychological defenses have been somewhat broken.
Both of them knew that the task of imparting knowledge and life lessons fell on the shoulders of the teachers in St. Freya Academy and the only psychologist in the entire academy.
Oh, teachers should especially exclude Walter Yang, the former history teacher of St. Freya Academy, who is currently happily imprisoned in the headquarters of Sentence with his other two "fathers-in-law".
He doesn't count.
Taking advantage of Theresa's shyness, Lu Mian slowly shook his head and asked the last question:
"Then let me ask you one last question, Theresa, have you done anything to help with Kiana's make-up exam?"
Theresa, who was obviously speechless after being asked this question, smacked her lips uncomfortably and said, "Tsk, no."
"I am responsible for this issue." Lu Mian said with a chuckle and pointed at himself.
Theresa didn't have the heart to look at this chuckle, but her face was actually about to blush.
But it's really not her fault.
After all, Lu Mian's "ruthless questions" seemed to be asking Theresa who was sitting opposite him:
"Are you a qualified 'guardian'?"
Theresa was silent and defensive when asked, and her reaction was like an awkward laugh:
"I think I am."
Although this conversation was not directly shown, it was actually not much different.
Anyone who encounters this situation will have to increase their temperature and break their defense. It's just human nature and nothing to worry about.
Lu Mian didn't say anything to press the issue, but instead he controlled the temperature very gently:
"That's the thing. Theresa, as the principal of St. Freya Academy, you must have other things to do. We have to share some of the burden with you.
"Besides, Meia and Kiana are really a good match."
It would have been fine if she hadn't mentioned this. As soon as she mentioned this, Theresa felt furious from the bottom of her heart, and she actually picked up the momentum she had lost again:
"You can't not inform me at all, can you? Don't you and Kiana both have my contact information? Send me a message or voicemail?
"And I didn't say anything. How come you're interrogating me and trying to comfort me?"
After she complained bitterly, she let out a sigh of relief, having almost gotten rid of her anger and inexplicable depression. She finally let go of her prejudice. "Didn't you say that the woman named 'Meia' is a good match for Kiana? Do you have a photo of her? Let me see."
Hearing this, Lu Mian, knowing that his plan had succeeded, showed a slightly smug smile on his face, and casually pulled out the photos that happened to be stored in the gallery on his phone.
Then he handed over the phone.
Unexpectedly, Theresa's expression changed after just a glance, and she snatched the phone in her hand at an extremely fast speed.
At the same time, he exclaimed softly: "Cecilia!?"
In my panic, I even accidentally pressed the power button.
"Click——"
With a crisp sound, the phone that was originally on suddenly went off.
Seeing this, Lu Mian, who was startled by Theresa's sudden excitement and exclamation, stood up and walked around to the former.
I casually pressed my fingerprint and turned on the screen again, and the photos that had been hidden were reappeared.
Looking closely at the photo, under the clear blue sky, there is an endless sea of pure white flowers.
The young, glamorous-looking woman had a happy smile on her face and gently stroked her hair which had become a little messy due to the wind.
She had an extremely beautiful face, extraordinarily graceful, with a head of loose, soft purple hair that fell to her waist, just enough to be held in one hand. Her moist pink lips were half-pursed as if hiding shyness, and her pair of golden-orange eyes were full of gentleness and tranquility, with a light blush on her snow-white cheeks.
Her slender and beautiful curves were made even more attractive and beautiful by the snow-white dress with tulle and purple roses in between.
Those who first see it can probably only use the beautiful word "stunning" to describe everything they see.
And who else could the woman in the picture be but Maya?
Lu Mian bent down and got close to Theresa's face to observe her, and he also found the problem.
If we were to say whether Maya and Cecilia in the photo are similar in terms of their eyebrows and looks.
That's probably not the case.
But if you look closely at the waist-length hair, the gentle and unconsciously approachable maternal temperament, and most importantly, the dress of a different color.
That's not just an ordinary resemblance.
Not to mention that they both look about the same age.
It’s no wonder that Theresa, the “ultimate Cecilia solo pusher”, lost her composure the moment she saw the photo.
At this moment, Lu Mian was already sweating profusely.
Meiya had worn this "pirated" dress very naturally, so naturally that she almost had a spirit come to recognize it as her master.
Therefore, he thought the dress was so good that he forgot that the overall design was stolen.
This is why the following scenario occurs.
"Lu Mian, do you know where this dress comes from and what it represents?" Theresa stared at Maya in the photo and whispered softly.
Her voice was really very soft, almost unspeakably soft.
It’s like being afraid of waking up from a dream.
Lu Mian, who was never good at lying, was silent for a moment and answered truthfully:
"I made this dress myself, and I know exactly what it represents."
Before Lu Mian could explain further, Theresa rushed to give an explanation, "Is it because of Kiana that you learned about Cecilia's deeds through the Destiny Database?
"But I think it doesn't matter anyway."
After saying this, she immersed herself in long and dense memories, recalling them by herself:
"Since you know the meaning of this dress, you should also know that this dress is also Cecilia's wedding dress.
"Of course there must be a deeper reason, but since I was not there at the time, I can't give a complete overview. Anyway, Cecilia and I had a very good relationship at the time, but Siegfried, that bastard, used this dress to 'steal' Cecilia away."
Hearing this, Lu Mian, who had just been a "dog man" some time ago, looked around and pulled his collar unconsciously.
Theresa didn't pay attention to Lu Mian's actions. Instead, she sighed softly:
"At first I didn't understand what you meant by 'very suitable', but now I understand a little bit.
"Qiana lost her biological mother when she was young. It would be a good thing if she could have the chance to feel the love of her mother at her current age."
His tone and demeanor while speaking were very quiet and peaceful, as if he had suddenly adapted to the role of an "elder" who takes care of people.
I vaguely felt like I was having an epiphany.
After pondering for a while, Theresa put aside all the memories of the past and asked again:
"By the way, does this Meiya live with you? I must meet her when I have time. For some reason, I always feel that she is quite similar to the Second Herrscher who died a long time ago."
"Um - this brings me to the real purpose of my visit to you. I love to tell the truth. In addition to Maya, I also brought back four other girls.
"Meia lives in my dormitory, and the other four girls have nowhere to live, so I have to ask you, the headmaster, to show mercy and allocate another set of teachers' dormitory."
Lu Mian deliberately skipped the topic about the "Second Herrscher" and said so.
After hearing the whole story, Theresa blinked her big blue eyes.
For a moment, I felt that I had never been so speechless in my life. "Fen, fen, fen, this is the dormitory key. You have lived here for such a long time, you should be able to find the specific location.
"But I really can't help but say that with your ability and speed in recruiting people to the academy, I'm afraid I'll have to prepare a construction helmet."
Seeing that Lu Mian didn't understand, she smacked her lips and added:
"That is, I will soon start preparing for the construction of a new dormitory building."
After hearing this, Lu Mian suddenly realized what was going on and a smile that he could hardly hold back appeared on his face.
He just smiled, raised his head slightly and walked out, leaving only one sentence:
