The villainous young master just wants to live a Buddhist-like life.

　Dark glanced at the staircase between the men's and women's sections and felt that going upstairs at this moment would be too much of a mood killer.

　So he gave a slight nod to Diana and Rose, then turned and walked toward the corner of the boys' area—where Doron and the others were.

　The male-to-female ratio of first-year students in the Noble Academy is close to 1:1. So there were only about ten first-year boys in the corner, and I guessed there were a few others standing in the traveler's street in the cold wind.

　"Hey, Dark, you're finally back!"

　As soon as he spotted Dak, Doron immediately waved.

　Dak smiled and slipped into the crowd. A classmate moved his backpack, which was taking up an empty seat, to make room for him.

　"When did it start?" Darke whispered.

　Doron, like a spy infiltrating enemy territory, said furtively, "It was like this right after we came back from dinner. The atmosphere was much more tense then, like a war, and we didn't dare to say a word."

　Dark: "So what exactly are they doing?"

　Doron: "It seems to be called something like 'Protecting the Young,' organized to prevent younger students from being overwhelmed by the romantic atmosphere of Christmas."

　Dark: "Isn't this a good starting point?"

　Doron: "I heard that was indeed the case at first, but something happened later that caused the operation to go wrong."

　Dark: "What is it?"

　Doron: "Isn't it embarrassing to go to the Christmas ball without a partner? So, to avoid losing face, one senior went after a lower-year girl who had a crush on him. But as soon as the ball ended, he dumped her! The girl was so upset that she almost jumped off the castle! It caused quite a stir!"

　Dark exclaimed in surprise, "Is that so?"

　Doron glanced around and whispered, "It's true, but it's a little different from what's been rumored."

　Dark: "How so?"

　Duolong: "Actually, the girl in that incident was my cousin, who just graduated a few years ago. With her tyrannical personality, how could she possibly jump off a building? It's a miracle she didn't throw that senior off!"

　Dark looked at him strangely: "So the one who jumped off the building was actually that senior?"

　Duolong: "That's how it is. In short, as things have developed to this point, it's impossible to say who the perpetrator is and who the victim is. The 'Protecting the Young' operation has also gradually changed in nature; any boy who goes there will be kicked out! Ugh, I was originally thinking of finding a girl to cooperate with, but now I'm out of options..."

　Dark blinked and said, "Look on the bright side. Aren't other people having trouble finding dance partners too?"

　Duolong was suddenly taken aback, then clapped his hands and said, "That's right! If no one has it, then no one will be ashamed!"

　Wonderful!

　……

　As they were talking, one of the girls in the group stood up, encouraged by the older female students.

　The girl had unusually pink hair and fair, rosy skin that looked moist.

　Her face was slightly round, but her features were particularly delicate, with exceptionally long eyelashes. She had a timid look, as if she would cry if poked.

　"Isn't that Eudora?"

　"Doron exclaimed in astonishment."

　Eudora is the youngest girl in the first year of the Noble Academy; she is actually just 11 years old. She was sent to St. Marian Academy early due to a magical power outage.

　Doron's friend, the chubby Pistan, whispered, "I didn't expect Eudora to be so bold, daring to act with so many people watching. If it were me, I would definitely wait until tomorrow during the day and sneak away..."

　Doron: "No, I'd rather know who she's taken a fancy to."

　Dark joked, "Maybe it's you? Look, she's looking this way."

　Upon hearing this, Duolong suddenly became nervous.

　His ears turned bright red at an alarming rate, and he quickly shook his head: "No way, I haven't even spoken to her yet."

　Pistan, the chubby boy, patted him on the shoulder and said with satisfaction, "Brother, everyone has their lucky days. Eudora is a good girl."

　"This……"

　Doron suddenly realized that Eudora seemed to be walking this way, and he was a little confused.

　Although I haven't paid much attention to her before, looking at her closely now, Eudora is really cute.

　If they really are coming to find me, should I agree to their request?

　But does she really like me?

　Woo!

　……

　Seeing that Duolong had become like a young girl, Dak couldn't help but smile.

　The pure and innocent love between young boys and girls makes one want to offer their blessings.

　However, the difference between the man and woman is quite significant.

　The girls' camp doesn't allow boys to approach them, but encourages their own girls to bravely express themselves.

　The boys' camp, however, passively accepted the situation and was completely disorganized.

　Several senior students who seemed to be well-liked also looked on as if they were watching a show.

　In short, Eudora walked into the wolf pack with a shy expression, and then she really did walk towards this corner.

　It even stopped in front of this table.

　She lowered her head, gripping an invitation tightly, her toes trembling slightly.

　The scene suddenly became quiet.

　Duolong was so excited that his attempt to maintain a serious expression was almost crumbling.

　So, it's said that for a man to pursue a woman is as difficult as climbing a mountain, while for a woman to pursue a man is as easy as piercing a thin veil.

　Doron hadn't really paid much attention to Eudora, but he couldn't resist her whenever she took the initiative.

　Many of the first-grade boys looked on with envy.

　Some people even gritted their teeth, wishing they could tear him apart.

　Doron, on the other hand, wished he could snatch the invitation from Eudora's hand right away!

　"Hello, I'm Eudora!"

　Eudora suddenly spoke up.

　She spoke softly, as if introducing herself, still keeping her head down and not daring to look up, her moist face flushed.

　"me……"

　Doron was somewhat at a loss for words when he tried to respond.

　Eudora suddenly raised her hand and handed out the pink invitation card with hearts and Christmas trees on it!

　"My name is Duo..."

　Duolong's voice suddenly stopped.

　He turned his long-neglected neck like a rusty robot, his gaze shifting slightly along the extension of Eudora's arm.

　Dark: "Uh..."

　……

　"Snapped!"

　Among the girls.

　A poor glass fell to the ground.

　"what!"

　Rose was startled and quickly took out a towel to help clean up the water stains on the floor.

　The glass was cracked, but there weren't many shards.

　It just scared people.

　Diana hurriedly squatted down, momentarily losing all interest in watching what was happening over there.

　Rose couldn't help but complain, "You're so careless."

　Diana pouted.

　Rose then added, "Didn't you help deliver a lot of replies during Halloween?"

　Diana: "That's true!"

　She suddenly became lively.

　Dak and Eudora haven't said a word to each other, how could they possibly agree!

　There won't be any princess causing trouble at this ball!

　stable.

Chapter 192 Darkdemon's Complete Exit and Acquisition

　Dark looked at the envelope in Eudora's hand with some difficulty.

　It's not that he hasn't refused people before.

　But rejecting a young girl in public is actually quite hurtful.

　The upperclassmen over there seemed to think that putting on this show would give their younger female students support. But in reality, if they were rejected, it would only be more awkward.

　Just like that girl who was welcomed in by the boys and then ran out crying, isn't this a public execution?

　Dark doesn't really like this kind of behavior.

　Private matters should indeed not be brought to the forefront.

　Of course, if he's just watching the show, he can still find it quite entertaining.

　But when it involves oneself, the feeling is different.

　People always have double standards.

　But what should be refused must still be refused.

　no way.

　"Feel sorry."

　But as soon as Dak spoke, Eudora suddenly shoved the envelope into his hand.

　Then he said forcefully, "No need to apologize! Just read my letter carefully, and that's enough!"

　After she finished speaking, she raised her head, and her eyes revealed a determination that was different from her soft and gentle appearance.

　Dak paused for a moment, then didn't open it on the spot.

　Eudora did not urge him.

　He said helplessly, "I will watch it."

　Eudora then bowed deeply and said, "Thank you!"

　Then the little girl with the pink bob haircut lowered her head again, turned around, and ran away as if fleeing.

　Dak gripped the envelope in his hand, his brow furrowing slightly.

　……

　This was a slightly different "invitation" from what he had expected. Although it attracted a lot of attention, it didn't generate much discussion because Dak clearly expressed his refusal.

　Dak sat down again.

　Duolong, standing beside him, quickly regained his composure, as if nothing had happened, deeply hiding his embarrassment inside.

　But Pistan, the chubby boy, didn't have as many concerns.

　He peeked out from behind Doron and whispered, "Dark, is this a love letter?"

　Dak put the envelope in his bag and frowned. "Perhaps."

　It doesn't really matter whether it's an invitation or a love letter.

　Because the result is the same.

　……