Miss Witch Doesn't Want to be a Diva

"In other words, our little princess is preparing for something big this time."

At the board meeting of Edith Academy, Director Heide commented after hearing the report, leaving no trace of emotion.

He is not the most influential board member of Edith Academy, but he is the oldest in terms of age and seniority. His life has been full of ups and downs, earning him respect.

"What do you mean?" someone next to him asked quietly.

"Nothing, since Hexia has decided, all we can do is support unconditionally." Heide rested on his cane before standing up, drawing the attention of others in the meeting room.

"I know many are still in shock and hesitation because this matter was sudden and disrupted everyone's original plans."

"However, for me, this seems to have become a habit." As he aged, his stature and physique had grown smaller and thinner, but when this elder spoke, it was as if a dragon lay dormant, firm and heavy, difficult to shake.

"When I was young, I always hoped everything would go according to my wishes and plans, but later I found out how rare and luxurious it is for things to go as planned."

"There's always an accident, always various sudden incidents, always moments of slackness, and it's already difficult to maintain half of the planned goals."

"According to everyone's initial expectations, the Four-leaf Crystal should be gradually entering a recovery period, industries revitalized, population growing, and a harmonious atmosphere. Meanwhile, Hexia would have progressed to Moon Class, gradually moving toward Sunlit Level, becoming the pride and joy of our Academy."

"Unfortunately, the external environment no longer allows us to dream such beautiful dreams." He cleared his throat and looked at everyone.

"Reality is not a game; we have many choices, such as neutrality and observation, or siding with the party with a higher chance of victory."

"The reality is, from the beginning, choices for all parties were predetermined; there were no extra options."

"In the various star domains of the Western Star Region, I dare say that many of the upper echelons and governors were initially not in favor of joining the faction where Blanchi is, because any rational person could see how hasty and immature their early plans were, and the other side, the Federal Center, was so strong."

"But in the end, could they refuse? The situation had reached that point; the emotions in the entire Western Star Domain were already stirred, standing opposed to the Central Star Domain and gaining independence had become a collective desire for many residents. Opposing this wave would mean standing on a dyke facing the rising river, and once breached, it would mean being crushed to pieces."

"Out of necessity, to maintain their positions, even reluctantly, they had to agree on the surface, but even such superficial agreement was almost tantamount to declaring independence in the eyes of the Federal Center, which was no joke because countless people were running around propagating and gradually forming a new consensus."

"Now, the same situation is happening in the Four-leaf Crystal Star Domain."

"To be fair, the tremendous recovery and development of the Four-leaf Crystal Star Domain in just eight short years is irreplaceable without the changes brought by Hexia. Her reputation within the Star Domain far surpasses the other two Songstresses, and her words have a far greater impact than those politicians long despised by the public."

"If we want to oppose her and avoid the Four-leaf Crystal Star Domain getting embroiled in the Federation's internal disputes, we will have to face significant internal strife and attrition, leaving many confused about whom to listen to, while the adverse political environment could bring down the painstakingly revitalized economy once more."

"It would be a lose-lose situation, with both sides miserable; hence, I do not recommend this path."

"Since internal discord and strife are not viable, our best option is to fully join and support the proposal she advocates, to entirely align with her camp. After all, she graduated from Edith Academy and has long been closely connected with us. At this juncture, trying to extricate oneself from this involvement to protect ourselves from the pressure of the Federal Center or the Court of Judgment is nothing but wishful thinking."

His narrative gradually quieted the meeting room. These were not foolish people present, and they quickly understood the implications of his words.

Discussing whether Hexia's proposed idea was appropriate was no longer important. From the beginning, it was destined that they had no choice but to follow the path of support to the end.

"It's only when personally facing such historical tides do you realize how helpless one can be," one of the directors sighed.

"Fortunately, we can still pray, pray that our little princess can truly realize her wish and change the world."

Days after the meeting ended, leaders from various fields and industries in the Four-leaf Crystal Star Domain gradually became aware of what had happened that day. The Star Domain subsequently went through days of vacillation and disputes, but in the end, the voices supporting Hexia prevailed, thus setting the overall tone.

The Four-leaf Crystal Star Domain gradually transitioned to a wartime economy, with many production lines adjusting and many constructions beginning preparations for a potential conflict.

The internal war from four centuries ago left a lasting impact on this Star Domain. Now, people are simply picking up the lifestyle they once knew, feeling not too out of place, while the surging demand for jobs brings joy to many.

Even though Tilan's speech has become a semi-public secret within the Star Domain, fortunately, the higher-ups have retained some calm and reason, not announcing anything to the outside world. All actions are being conducted quietly, without official documentation or announcements.