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

　Having endured the trials of Senior Pandora and the adorable advances of Cat Grass, his temperament is now resolute enough that he won't easily unleash his primal power.

　"The time is right."

　Dak locked the door and headed towards the stairwell.

　Rose quickly nudged Diana's arm, and Diana then realized what was happening and hurriedly reached out to take Dark's arm.

　But she was clearly not used to the high heels on her feet, and her body leaned to one side.

　Dark reacted quickly, taking only a step back before reaching out and catching her hand.

　Small, yet radiating warmth.

　Diana blushed slightly and gave a shy smile.

　Then she took Dak's arm and they went downstairs.

　Dark didn't pay any attention, he just glanced at Rose.

　Rose winked at him, indicating that she could go alone.

　The three of them then walked to the common lounge, one after the other.

　It was an awkward time, with many people chatting and killing time in the common lounge, when they happened to see the three of them.

　You get used to seeing perfect couples all the time.

　But tonight's significance is somewhat different.

　The students of the Noble Academy all remembered the invitation from the sixteenth company the night before last. When they saw Dark and Diana walking together, they suddenly realized that the final winner was here!

　The first-year girls, in particular, who were rejected on the spot, looked at Diana with obvious envy.

　They muttered something about "being near the water tower and getting the moon first," and then gestured to their chests before showing a disappointed expression.

　We're all in the same age group, so why should we be treated differently?

　Eudora huddled in a corner reading a book; her grades were only average.

　Although eleven and twelve years old seem to be only one year apart, their mental development during this period is different every day, and she is actually falling behind.

　Fortunately, they worked hard enough.

　"I'm still young."

　Glancing at Diana's chest, Eudora realized she still had potential.

　As for not receiving a receipt the night before last.

　This was exactly what she expected.

　She was unaware that she was the only one who hadn't received a reply. After all, no one would publicize such a thing, and they had already been rejected once in the open.

　Dark's response seemed like a gesture of sincerity and politeness. But for the girls, wasn't it a second rejection?

　He had no relevant experience in his previous life, and ultimately made a mistake in matters of the heart.

　……

　The timing of Dak's group pushing open the door became the catalyst, and the students in the common room also stood up and walked out one after another.

　The light emanating from inside the gate illuminated the bridge, giving each student a sense of extra ritual as they walked across it.

　The Christmas ball had already begun in their hearts from this moment on.

　It takes about five minutes to walk from the tower of the House of Nobles to the Great Hall on the first floor if you walk slowly.

　Dark was worried that Diana might accidentally fall, so he held her hand the whole time.

　Two glowing reindeer stand outside the main entrance of the auditorium, each wearing a cute Santa hat.

　Following the example of the senior students, Dak removed a reindeer's Santa hat. Sure enough, another Santa hat spun down from above and landed steadily on the reindeer's head.

　This seemingly simple scene actually involves extremely advanced technology.

　Dak was impressed and put the Santa hat on Diana's head, then took one off and put it on himself.

　Two first-year students wearing Santa hats pushed open the door and entered.

　In an instant, the entire setting of the auditorium came into view!

　The hall’s iconic four long tables still stood there, covered with red tablecloths embroidered with Christmas trees, reindeer, and sleighs. Silver candlesticks floated above the tables, but the candles were not yet lit.

　A giant Christmas tree stands on the stage directly in front of you!

　The Christmas tree is decorated with gift boxes of all sizes and countless ornaments.

　The most eye-catching decorations are a crown, a magic book, a lance, and a tarot card of "The Fool"!

　Those are the symbols that represent the four colleges, and they embody the spirit and principles of the colleges.

　Glowing elves frolicked and danced around the Christmas tree, their laughter ringing out like silver bells.

　The atmosphere of a Christmas ball is overflowing!

　……

Chapter 195 Darkdemon Dances with Dragons (6k) [30]

　According to grade level, older students sit near the stage, while first-year students can only sit at the back.

　There is a distinction between superiors and inferiors, and a proper order between the noble and the lowly.

　This is more than just a microcosm of our times.

　Upon entering the Great Hall, Dak found a seat at one end of the long table belonging to the House of Nobles and waited with a cheerful heart for the Christmas ball to begin.

　He joined the Halloween party midway through, so he didn't get to experience the feeling of eager anticipation.

　Overall, it felt good.

　Dark picked up the teapot prepared on the table, poured black tea into teacups, and handed them to Diana and Rose one by one.

　Next to the tea set were freshly baked chocolate chip cookies, which, when paired with black tea, were incredibly fragrant.

　Around 6:50.

　Suddenly a large group of people poured in through the main entrance, and the auditorium instantly became lively!

　The piano in the corner of the stage started playing melodious music automatically, and the professors who remained in the academy also came out from behind the curtain and took their seats in the faculty section one after another.

　It's clear that the professors were also dressed up carefully tonight.

　Professor Cazell, dressed in a suit, tie, and leather shoes, looked like a debonair old gentleman.

　Professor Sylph wore a light green dress, a fluffy scarf around her long neck, and a golden phoenix hairpin with wind-element entanglements adorning her high updo.

　Professor Lily, wearing a nightgown, yawned and looked like she hadn't woken up yet.

　It wasn't until Sister Kallian woke her up that she reluctantly used a costume change card to transform into a cute and charming little fairy.

　In addition, there's Ms. Bella from the library, Ms. Grace from the wardens...

　But the principal was not seen.

　However, the upperclassmen had already gotten used to it. Principal Arte's thinking on some things was really outdated beyond imagination, such as his obsession with "appearing last"!

　At festival celebrations, she was always the last to appear, adding a touch of starlight to the festivities.

　……

　When they came to their senses, all four long tables were already full of people.

　Dark saw that in front of the Knight Dean's table next door, Witt and Robert were also dressed in formal attire, and a little further to the side, Emma could be seen.

　Emma wasn't dressed as formally as Diana and Rose, but she was clearly dressed up carefully.

　But the makeup, whether done by herself or not, only made her look more childish. She was already younger than her peers, and that was even more obvious now.

　His youthful appearance paired with his stubborn eyes gives him a unique charm.

　Dak always felt that she must have been used by some senior student as a Barbie doll for practicing makeup.

　She didn't seem to like the makeup, as she kept frowning.

　A little later.

　Pandora finally appeared at the main entrance.

　At a ball where everyone was dressed in formal gowns, her white tulle dress didn't seem out of place; it was just that the delicate collarbone exposed at the neckline and her overly prominent breasts that caught everyone's attention.

　A smile graced her face, and pearl earrings adorned her delicate earlobes, a rare sight indeed. Her demeanor was both graceful and elegant.

　"She's so beautiful. Will Diana be this beautiful someday?"

　Diana looked down at her chest and felt secure!

　Rose's color changed slightly.

　It is true that people's physical constitutions cannot be generalized.

　……

　Perhaps it's because of the different grade levels.

　Diana doesn't seem to consider Pandora a rival.

　She probably doesn't quite understand what her feelings for Dark are.

　Perhaps she simply wanted to be with him.

　Whether it's eating or dancing.

　……

　As Pandora entered through the door, she glanced towards the Dean's desk and quickly spotted Dark among the students.

　She raised her arm, waved to Dark, smiled, and then turned and walked towards the long table in the Magic Academy.

　As her figure was gradually obscured by other figures, Darke withdrew his gaze.

　Then he happened to see Victor, who was staring back at him for some reason.

　"Witt?"

　Robert suddenly thrust into Witt's kidneys.

　Witt snapped back to his senses and quickly turned his head, his heart already in turmoil!

　"Was the senior waving at Dark just now?" he asked in a low voice.

　"Huh? Which senior? Did Senior Pandora pass by?" Robert didn't even notice Senior Pandora.

　Witt stood there stunned for a while, feeling somewhat displeased.

　……

　Dark was confused, but Diana whispered beside him, "Dark, do you like bears?"

　This question is completely unfounded; even if Darker wanted to connect it to the context, he couldn't find any.

　He didn't answer for a while, until Diana urged him, and then he said, "Bears are so cute, of course I like them."

　Diana nodded in satisfaction, then began to chat quietly with Rose beside her.

　Dark shook his head, wondering if Diana was referring to Christmas presents.

　"She wouldn't give me a teddy bear, would she?"

　"No way?"

　Dak's expression changed slightly; the more he thought about it, the more likely it seemed.

　That's not a good gift.

　He'd rather be a piece of candy!

　……

　It's exactly 7 o'clock.

　As the bells on the clock tower rang, the magic lights in the Great Hall suddenly went out in an instant!

　The light vanished in an instant, and darkness enveloped the auditorium.

　Only the Christmas tree on the stage still emitted a faint glow.