The hero's gender is yet to be determined after rebirth.

The headmistress and the others naturally wouldn't mind.

As Meilan sat down at the table with Lorenwei, she naturally noticed Kula.

Kurara, sitting next to me, was very generous, showing none of the haughtiness of a noblewoman, and didn't look down on Melanie's strange attire. Noticing that Melanie was looking at her, she immediately smiled and politely said, "Hello."

Meilan, however, seemed lost in thought, staring silently at Kurara's armor.

Sitting between the two of them, Lorenwei asked curiously, "What are you looking at?"

Meilan suddenly leaned towards Kurara, extending her right arm without any hindrance, easily passing over Lorenwei's chest, and tapping Kurara's chest armor a few times.

Thump, thump—the armor made a dull sound as she tapped it.

"Solid?" Meilan exclaimed in admiration, "It's huge..."

Chapter 044 I, Cromwell, will become a legend!

"..." Meilan's comment, "That's really big," immediately made Kula's face turn bright red.

Lorenwei's skin tone was pinkish-white, while her skin tone was the snow-white characteristic of Caucasians. This blush made her entire pretty face look like it was on fire.

Does this silly girl think everyone else is wearing empty cans? Is it really necessary to fake it? And even reach out to tap it?

If it weren't for knowing her straightforward nature, or if it weren't a public occasion, Kula would either get angry or cover her face and run away.

However, she is forcing herself to hold back for now.

"I'm sorry..." Lorenwei quickly apologized from the side.

Lorenwei appeared embarrassed, but inside she was practically laughing to tears.

Meilan, well done! Actually, I'd also like to try it out myself. We really are the best red and blue combination! From now on, I'll discuss any difficult tasks with you and we'll take turns doing them!

A single pain, shared between two people, is only half the original. But joy, shared between two people, is doubled! Of course, this excludes the "buy one get one half price" deal on dog-related desserts...

But unexpectedly, the next moment Meilan quickly shifted her gaze to Lorenwei's chest, seemingly wanting to...

Lorenwei instinctively tried to dodge.

But then Meilan grabbed Lorenwei's hand: "Let's cheer each other on!"

Although she was happy to feel her little hand, Lorenwei was still weak and listless: "What's there to cheer up for... Who's cheering you on..."

"Hahahaha—" Jansen and Aisser both burst out laughing. Bordonna couldn't help but laugh too.

Some of the teachers who were nearby were also trying not to laugh, and everyone around was watching Lorenwei make a fool of herself.

Some people in the audience who could hear clearly couldn't help but laugh.

Someone else whispered, "She was just a little short—no, just a pair of Bs—and she would have been the most perfect girl in the world."

"A is fine, she's the cute type."

“My Lorenve is only fourteen years old, she has a bright future ahead of her.”

"Pah! Nonsense!"

"Where are you talking nonsense?"

"How come she's your Lorenve! Draw your sword!"

"You can continue, there's no pressure in maintaining a level playing field."

"Pah! It's said that those who control the market do so because they're small!"

"Ah! Your words are too hurtful. Draw your sword then!"

"No fencing required, come on!"

While the area nearby was bustling with activity, many people further away were also whispering about whether it was appropriate for Meilan to take the stage.

Everyone could tell she was a commoner, no, a child from a poor family. In an era of social status, this was highly unusual and contrary to convention.

"Why was this strange girl in the cotton-padded coat invited onto the stage?"

"Hmph, you don't understand? If you have the guts to throw things at that woman-popular Cromwell, I'd like to invite her to dinner too."

"Oh, right, right, right."

Another bystander said, "Hmph, you still don't understand, do you? Cromwell is obviously here to cause trouble. The headmaster allowed Lorenve to invite her up, so naturally it's for everyone to see."

"Ah, I understand. This is to let everyone know that anyone who opposes the enemy is one of our own!"

"clever!"

So the audience wasn't too surprised when Meilan went on stage; nobody thought Lorenwei was just flirting with girls.

Cromwell: "..."

He was the one who felt the most uncomfortable in the whole place.

Standing there, I was completely left out.

Even his subordinates were outraged by the unfair treatment their young master had received.

How infuriating! A flat-chested girl, a poor girl in a tattered cotton-padded coat, how did she steal all the limelight?!

The alluring woman and the viscount in disguise were filled with resentment.

At this moment, it should be our Viscount shining brightly!

Cromwell's side felt that all their previous planning and arrangements had been in vain.

The appearance of a double to attract attention, the disappointment of the double A conclusion, and then the appearance of the real Viscount Cromwell—what a cleverly designed arrangement!

If it's a decisive blow, it will leave an explosive impression on everyone!

However, all these clever plans and schemes were easily cracked by the suddenly appearing Lorenwei!

Cromwell stood on the viewing platform, his gaze lingering on Lorenwei for a moment.

Lorenwei noticed that she didn't yell at her, but just rolled her eyes and ignored her.

Cromwell didn't seem to care. He smiled and began to look around, his gaze gradually turning cold.

He didn't say much to the headmaster, but simply turned around and walked off the stage.

His subordinates remained silent, following him as he turned and left the stage. Surprisingly, their steps were perfectly synchronized, without the slightest disorder.

Kurara, being a knight by birth, became wary upon hearing footsteps and quickly asked in a low voice, "Hey, Lorenve, tell me again this time."

Lorenwei was gesturing to the school servants to bring more snacks when she heard her speak. She quickly looked away and asked, "You want me to guess the result of the final round?"

"Yes, Cromwell and his men went down to conduct a talent test. What level of talent will he have?"

“…” Lorenwei stared intently for a moment, then pouted and exclaimed, “This is troublesome!”

"Ugh, what's wrong?" Meilan, sitting next to me with her mouth stuffed full, stared wide-eyed in confusion.

Kulala quickly listened attentively as well.

“Look at his followers. After being nearly humiliated, they left with him without any disorder or reprimand. What’s most worrying is that Cromwell, who was also a viscount, acted in perfect unison with the other followers!”

"You mean..."

“They all have complete respect for Cromwell!” Lorenwei watched Cromwell make his mark in front of the black lion. “I’m afraid his talent level is at least S in two areas!”

Although Lorenwei's words were unsettling, she took a candy from the plate. It was bubble gum invented by Saint Elena, made from a very sticky fruit syrup.

"Gurgle, gurgle—" Lorenwei started chewing vigorously, facing Meilan, as if the two of them were competing to see who could eat the snacks.

Kurara was a little embarrassed: "We're not playing house..."

At that moment, Cromwell, who had finished engraving, suddenly spoke loudly, his voice echoing throughout the entire area.

"Everyone, Cromwell came here today with the original plan to test his talent after applying to the academy, and then apply to Nichika Academy if he obtained a prestigious structure."

He actually revealed the plan that many people had been guessing.

Ethers and Bordonna were serious.

The room fell silent. Cromwell was acting unpredictably.

"But the academy was prepared for this, so I've changed my mind," Cromwell said loudly. "I'm not applying to the academy today; I just want to use this place to test my talent. I want to see which of the candidates here can surpass me, the one who will be applying to Nichika Academy!"

His arrogance in front of the two heroes was truly out of necessity; he had previously told the couple this. But today's events, meant to be a show-off, were orchestrated by a powerful force, forcing him to stand up and confront them directly.

Cromwell paused here, making a firm decision in his heart: regardless of the two heroes, the mission must be completed without compromise.

Amidst the gradually rising shouts of reprimand, he declared loudly, "I believe that an S-level talent is merely genius, but there are also supreme geniuses!"

"I am confident that I am the supreme genius!"

"I challenge all the candidates!"

His voice was loud and resounded throughout the venue.

hula-

His attendants knelt in two rows on one knee.

Cromwell held his chin high, before him lay a path leading to the mountain of the six element determination staircases.

There was silence.

Only his voice echoed for a long time.

Everyone seemed temporarily stunned by his declaration; how arrogant...

Bang————!!!

Suddenly, a crisp explosion shattered the stunned silence.

Lorenwei stood up from her seat and, to the astonishment of everyone present, frantically scratched her face with both hands.

Everyone was ashamed to see:

Her face was covered with a layer of thick, white skin.

It seems the girl accidentally popped some bubble gum, which got all over her face, obscuring her originally cute cheeks...

"Oh dear, it's blown too big! It's blown way too big, you can't even see my face!"

Lorenwei's sweet voice, though muffled because her face was covered, carried very clearly throughout the room...