I think this chapter was really needed, with all the details said about witch culture one detail that was really bugging me was how normal folk interacted with them, more so the ruling class. A group of beings with access to a supernatural power isnt something they can just look the other way even if this group primarily works for the benefit of others.
Even now as much as i understand why the conspiracy was made this situation just isnt something that can sustain itself forever, we already see cracks in many aspects of their society, but like i said knowing how some of the crazy witches of the past were kings or queens that used magic to alter the world just to inflate their egos this situation isnt all bad.
But a new solution must be found, the witch society is reaching one of the most abhorrent states of being... stagnation.
Anyway, Suzie is a really cute kid she has much personality and a sound mind, her logic was really good really hope to see more of her and her teacher, and hoping for other side characters.