The Daunting Rules of Love

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**The Daunting Rules of Love** was the 51st story event in Court of Darkness. It began on May 11th, 2023. Fenn and Grayson were available at the start of the event. Lynt and Lance were added a few days later on May 15th, 2023.

## Prologue

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After their afternoon lessons, MC and Sherry are grabbing a meal in the Refectory. They get their lunches and then find some empty seats to sit at. MC notes that all her morning classes have been challenging and that she's looking forward to filling her stomach with some food. She then remarks that she's starving. As MC is about to eat some of her salad, she overhears some students talking at another table nearby. One of the female students at the other table tells another student that her father just sent her a letter stating that he will come observe their academy next. The other female student is surprised and asks if that's what she think it means. The student replies that it seems like the rumors are true. MC proceeds to ask Sherry if she knows what rumors they are talking about. Sherry replies saying that it must be "THAT". MC notes that Sherry's eyes seem to twinkle when she mentions that rumor. As Sherry is about to tell MC about the rumor, someone calls out to MC. MC turns around and sees that it was Nix who called her. Nix tells MC that Lou has summoned her, so she should come to his office at once. After he finishes informing her, he flies out the window. MC hopes that the Headmaster isn't angry at her about something. Sherry tells her that he's probably calling in relation to the rumors. She adds that it will probably be quicker if the Headmaster explained to MC. Sherry then waves goodbye as MC heads to the Headmaster's Office.

In Lou's office, Lou tells MC that the "Society for the Wellbeing of Magical Youth" is visiting the academy. He explains that it's an organization that visits each kingdom's educational institutions to examine and provide guidance to maintain order in students' lives. MC remarks that she's never heard of it. Lou says they are coming to inspect this academy this time. The inspectors will monitor students and are given the authority to instill public morals. MC relates it to a disciplinary committee in her mind. She then asks Lou why he called her here. He slightly glances at her neck where her choker is. Lou then says that MC is already aware of this, but she must keep her powers from being exposed to the outside world. He tells her that he doesn't know what methods the organization will use to instill discipline and this will be MC's first time coming into contact with the organization, so he wanted to inform her beforehand in case something happens. MC says she understands. She then asks if that means she should be on her best behavior while this organization is here. Lou says that's correct and thanks her for her understanding. MC then thinks about how the students in the Refectory must have been gossiping about this organization. Lou tells MC that the inspector is named Anders and that he will start inspecting the academy today. He then warns MC to be careful.

In the Anterior Courtyard, MC thinks about how she should try to be careful since the Headmaster warned her about it. She knows that she wouldn't be considered an exemplary student, but that she at least attends all her lessons and doesn't hang around the bad crowds. MC thinks that the Headmaster will probably have nothing to worry about in regards to herself. She then spots a male Luxurean student and a female Akedian student. The male student asks the female student if they can go somewhere together after lectures. The female student tells him that it sounds great. MC notes that this couple is sitting on a bench while holding hands and talking joyfully with each other. She can't help but grin as she watches them. Suddenly, the sound of a loud whistle is heard. MC flinches and lets out a shout in surprise. She notes that the whistle is so loud that it's breaking her eardrums. The couple MC was observing are also surprised. They are then suddenly pulled apart by some unseen force. They both stop once each of them reach the opposite sides of the bench. MC wonders if someone used magic just now. A Qelsan man suddenly appears in front of the couple and introduces himself as Anders. He explains that he's from the Society of the Wellbeing of Magical Youth to inspect the academy. Anders tells them that their organization ensures order amongst students and tells them what their duties include. The couple are both frozen stiff as he explains exactly what MC had previously heard from the Headmaster. Anders then tells them that conversations with their significant others should be kept to a minimum and that they should keep an appropriate distance from each other. He adds that public displays of affection are unforgiveable.

MC is shocked to hear this and raises her voice without thinking. This catches Anders attention and he glances at MC who was standing nearby. He asks her if something is wrong. MC shakes her head and says nothing is wrong. Anders then returns his focus to the couple. He tells them that they will have to participate in some special individual lessons and to follow him. The couple silently follow behind him as all the other students watching them from afar are baffled by this situation. MC thinks about how the couple were treated so harshly just because they were holding hands and having a joyful conversation. She then hears the whistle go off again in the distance. MC assumes that it's probably Anders providing more of his "guidance". She then recalls Lou's words telling her to be careful and she wonders if she'll be alright. MC then suddenly thinks about her paramour.

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