As a villain, I really don't want to be pursued by the heroine.

But as the saying goes, a bystander sees more clearly.

"Actually, I think he's not completely uninterested in the president."

"...What do you mean?" It was the first time that Lyanna didn't understand what this idiot said.

"Of course it means between men and women!"

"You mean, Roy likes me?" Lyanna laughed as she said this.

She has always been aware of Roy's resistance to her. When Roy already has someone in his heart, it is already extremely difficult for them to get along with each other as senior and junior students. How could she possibly cross that line?

She was long past the age of daydreaming.

"If Roy likes the president, she definitely won't abandon him at this moment!" Claire was delighted.

"You're overthinking it. Roy treated me, just..."

She stopped talking halfway and looked out the window, her eyes full of astonishment.

The black-haired boy had already arrived downstairs of the Student Union Building.

The carriage stopped.

With Claire looking at her with gossipy eyes, Lyanna slowly got out of the car.

Lyanna, who always took the initiative to tease others, was a little awkward for the first time and didn't know what to say.

"how are you these days?"

"Junior, are you concerned about me?" Lyanna and her apprentice returned to their previous rhythm, but their hearts were beating restlessly and couldn't calm down.

Roy didn't answer directly: "I heard that the society is about to take action against the Purple Demon School."

Lyanna's eyelashes trembled, and she hesitated for a moment, but smiled and said, "Come in and tell me."

Claire watched them walk into the hall and head to the office of the Student Union Hall. She tactfully turned around and left without disturbing them.

As soon as he entered the office, Roy got straight to the point.

"How are preparations for the battle with the Purple Demon School going?"

Lyanna, who was making coffee, said with her back to the boy, "It went smoothly. After all, we have the support of the six major sects, and I'm already Sequence 6. Even if a fight really breaks out, it won't take much effort."

However, no matter how hard she tried to hide it, the turmoil in her heart would not disappear.

Roy really cares about himself.

The line she thought was insurmountable was gradually becoming blurred.

But Lyanna's feelings were extremely complicated.

There is warmth, but also more entanglement.

How she had wanted to possess his body, his emotions, his strength, turning him into her own plaything and tool. If the Dark Lord had asked her to use Roy, she wouldn't have hesitated for a second.

But now, just imagining dragging Roy into the dispute and forcing him to get hurt made Lyanna feel guilty and unable to look him in the eye.

"That being said, if you need any help..."

"Forget it, junior. As a great noble of the kingdom, it is not appropriate for you to intervene in this matter." Lyanna turned her head and forced a lonely smile.

She brought the coffee to Roy and sat down opposite him.

Looking at the concern in the boy's expression, Lyanna was a little dazed for a moment.

If Roy really likes me, as long as I ask him, he might really help me.

Just like at the party at Cassandra's house before.

In the long darkness, she will no longer be alone.

But, if that comes at the expense of Roy's safety...

"Don't worry." Lyanna smiled.

"If necessary, I will certainly ask my junior to help. But this time, it's my own personal matter."

"Just drink your coffee and wait for me to come back."

After saying that, Lyanna maintained her demeanor for a short while, raised her coffee cup and took a sip, appearing elegant and calm, without any flaws.

The autumn afternoon sun shines on the girl's figure, making the scene dreamy, yet with a touch of melancholy and loneliness.

"Are you sure you don't need my help?"

“Ok.”

Roy also picked up the cup.

After taking a sip, the bitterness of the coffee spread, but he didn't show it and drank it all in one gulp.

Before leaving, Roy warned: "Don't forget, you still owe me a favor for that night."

"It seems that after I get back, I will have to spend a whole night with my junior to make up for it."

"You should buy me coffee!"

At the boy's embarrassed complaints, the girl narrowed her eyes happily.

It wasn't until the boy left and Lyanna was left alone in the room that the smile on her face slowly faded, turning into a gloomy self-mockery.

The cold coffee left Lyanna with a bitter aftertaste.

This is enough time to spend with Roy.

Warmth is what they share, and she alone is enough to bear the bitterness.

However, this was just Lyanna's idea.

After coming out of the Student Union Building, Roy's expression cooled.

Strictly speaking, the struggle with the Purple Demon School was a civil war in the Magic Kingdom. It was okay for a minor noble, but for a marquis's son like him, it was not a good idea to directly participate, as it would only bring trouble to his king.

But why would that cruel and ruthless witch, who always puts profit above all else, think so much about herself?

Lyanna obviously knew that the Purple Demon School was not that simple, but she repeatedly declined his offer of help, which was not like her style.

It's so awkward. You were trying to find a way to help me at the beginning, but why is he being so polite now?

Roy really didn't see the flaw in Lyanna's face.

But the cup of black coffee served to him without even sugar in it had already betrayed the girl's unspoken hesitation.

Roy clenched his fists as he recalled Lyanna falling into the dark illusion alone and the girl's humble plea that night that she didn't want him to leave.

Beneath the unpredictable, calm smile, that was Lyanna's true heart.

He had never intended to leave Lyanna to die.

The boy stopped hesitating and immediately asked for leave from the academy, changed into Sword Ghost's outfit, and headed straight for the Adventurer's Guild.

Chapter 101 Take Me With You

Marvin Cassandra, the chief of the Purple Demon School, was found to be colluding with a cult. The Magicians Society used this as a breakthrough point and announced a forced search of the Purple Demon School and placed the school's top leaders under house arrest. Any resistance would be suppressed by force.

How could a great school tolerate such intimidation?

To put it bluntly, this is undoubtedly a declaration of war.

For a time, people were in turmoil, but not too shaken. People mostly treated it as a casual conversation after dinner.

Although there has been no large-scale war in Viszea for more than ten years, people are somewhat panicked by the long-lost power disputes.

But after all, this is six major factions fighting against one, so the result is obvious no matter how you look at it, right?

That's why people don't get too nervous.

In the Adventurer's Guild, instead of being tense, it was even somewhat relaxed and lively.

The Red Mage was shouting and preaching on the makeshift podium, recruiting adventurers to join the crusade against the Purple Mage School.

However, the adventurers were not interested at all, and almost no one responded.

Normally, an adventurer's job is to subjugate monsters and act as a guard. To them, participating in the fights between factions is like a dog catching a rat - they will only consider it if they are extremely bored.

Of course, if there is enough reward, people will still get involved.

However, what benefits can be gained from a one-sided battle?

A few inexperienced adventurers wanted to ask the magician about the situation, but they heard a thunderous roar.

"Only a fool would get involved in such a lucrative job!"

Several young men were about to explode, but when they looked closely, they swallowed back the vulgar words that were about to come out of their mouths.

B-rank adventurer, Sequence 8 [Thunder Spear] Reid!

B-level is already a veteran who is capable of leading a team. This person also participated in the battle to kill [Black Claw] and is respected by others. Even if he is also at B-level, he is the most popular one at the moment.

Ordinary adventurers, of course, would not dare to disrespect this senior.

Red tossed his stylish short hair, crossed his legs, and began to preach.

"Little devils, remember this."

“Only when the battle is fierce, or even when the battle is unfavorable, will the employer be generous with the compensation.”

"Like this time, the Purple Demon School is no match for the Society. Even if you go, you'll just be there to make up the numbers!"

In fact, even the red magician realized this. After yelling a few times, he calmed down, ordered some beer and some side dishes, and started to fish openly.

Until the black-clad swordsman stepped into the door.

Suddenly, the noisy guild quieted down for a moment.

A-rank adventurer, [Sword Ghost]!

Black Claw, who killed one of the seven most wanted criminals a few months ago, is said to have recently fought against three Sequence 7 warriors at an underground auction without losing!

In order to cause panic, the society blocked the details of the cultists, but even so, it seemed outrageous to everyone.

You have to know that the highest level adventurer is Sequence 7. Even among A-rank adventurers, there are very few who can fight three people of the same level at the same time.

The appearance of an A-rank adventurer usually means that an important commission has come, and a commission that can interest the [Sword Ghost] is definitely extraordinary.

But what does this have to do with them?

Although they were curious, everyone quickly lost interest in the Sword Ghost.

After all, such powerful people are no longer in the same world as them.

However, just as they were about to take their eyes off the Sword Ghost, their eyes widened again.

Because the black-clad swordsman came straight to the red magician.

The magician who was drinking quickly stood up and asked the powerful man respectfully but hesitantly, "What can I do for you?"

"I heard the society is recruiting adventurers." Roy paused and lowered his voice, "I want to sign up."

After a moment of silence, the Red Mage opened his mouth and said, "...Ah?"

This was probably the feeling of all the adventurers present.

No, you're not accepting all the commissions posted on the wall. As an A-rank boss, do you really need to get involved in this crushing situation?!

Now everyone finally began to be curious about the reasons behind it.

However, no matter what, they did not dare to step forward and offend the A-level strongman.

So, everyone gathered around Red.

"[Thunder Spear], aren't you very familiar with [Sword Ghost]?"

"That's right, if you know what the inside story is about this battle, tell us now!"

"You're trying to persuade others not to go, but you're not planning on eating alone, are you?"

Red was dumbfounded.

"Even if there's inside information, how the hell would I know it?!"

"Then go ask Sword Ghost! Aren't you a good brother who fought alongside him?!"

"..."

Sweat immediately broke out on Reid's face.