Chapter 45: Flirting and Banter

Everyone ignored Yuris and was enjoying the ease of victory.

“Congratulations! Those who slay the dragon will receive a generous reward, so stay tuned.” Dante smiled and congratulated.

“Indeed, as expected of Lord Rao’s disciple, well done.” Selena also praised.

Although she had some doubts about the situation, she didn’t think too much about it. Among the three, only Yuris had such capability. Michelle, while excellent, lacked such offensive power; it couldn’t possibly be the one lying on the ground.

“Not me…”

Yuris was halfway through his sentence when he was attacked by the girl’s poisonous hand.

“…”

Looking at Leo, who was enjoying Michelle’s gentle care beside him, Yuris felt extremely aggrieved.

Why should I help you bear this?

But seeing his miserable state, fine, I’ll help you a bit; after all, these guys won’t listen to me anyway.

Everyone surrounded Yuris, but only Renina’s gaze was on Leo, who was lying nearby, along with Michelle taking care of him.

A strange look flashed in her eyes.

“Leo? I’ve never heard of that name, yet he possesses such power. If he can’t control it, it could be very dangerous. Let me see if you truly pose a threat to the Empire.”

When slaying the dragon, Renina had witnessed Leo’s power. She initially thought he was only slightly weaker than Yuris, but now it seemed that his strength was far more dangerous, much more terrifying than Yuris.

It seems that the one who defeated the explosive flame bear last night was him; no wonder everything felt strange at that time.

Perhaps the one rumored to have defeated Yuris is also him; it’s no wonder that with Yuris’s proud personality, he would actually stay in this small team.

Leo thought he had solved a big problem, but he never expected to be targeted by the student council president.

“Is Leo okay?”

Nathan noticed Leo lying on the ground, and the others came over.

“This kid has a strong constitution; he shouldn’t die so easily,” Heles said.

“Leave it to me; I’ll take good care of him,” Michelle said.

“There’s a problem!”

Heles looked suspiciously at Leo, as if she could see through him. “With this guy’s strength, how did he get hurt like this while you all are fine?”

“I understand now; the young dragon couldn’t possibly be…”

Heles was halfway through her sentence when Michelle covered her mouth.

She smiled and said, “Senior Heles, Leo is seriously injured; please don’t disturb him.”

“It’s fine; I just want to say a few words to him.”

Heles glanced at Michelle, revealing a hint of understanding, then approached Leo and whispered in his ear, “Do you want me to keep it a secret? Sure, just listen to me from now on.”

You’re ruthless!

Leo’s eyes widened. If he could move, he wouldn’t just sit there and wait.

“Senior Heles, with Leo’s current state, will the others believe it?”

Michelle seemed to be reminding her, but Heles felt a pressure.

“You’re lucky.”

After Heles finished speaking, she walked away, truly not expecting Michelle to defend him. She really didn’t know why this kid was so lucky.

Leo breathed a sigh of relief and looked gratefully at Michelle.

Michelle smiled slightly and continued to treat him.

The process was thrilling yet safe, and the mission was successfully completed.

That night, everyone held a banquet in the wild to celebrate the successful dragon slaying.

As the protagonist, Yuris received special care.

Outside, the fire blazed brightly, and the noise was incessant as everyone feasted and enjoyed the joy of victory.

Meanwhile, Leo could only lie in the tent, feeling unwilling.

Damn it! He wanted to have a big meal too.

Beside him, Michelle was carefully taking care of him.

“Don’t you want to celebrate?”

Leo asked.

Michelle’s face was expressionless as she wiped the blood from his face with a towel.

“No appetite.”

After a moment, she replied.

“Really? With your appetite, you could easily finish an entire cow, yet you have no appetite? That’s strange. Ouch! That hurts!”

“No appetite means no appetite.”

Michelle seemed a bit angry and pinched his waist.

“Michelle, tell me, how many times have you done this?”

Leo was filled with indignation; he could only let himself be at her mercy. Don’t think that just because you’re a candidate saintess, I won’t dare to do anything to you.

“Third time?”

Michelle tilted her head and thought for a moment before saying.

You admitted it! You actually admitted it! Doesn’t your conscience hurt?

“Leo, we are friends, right?”

Michelle lowered her head slightly and spoke, her expression seeming a bit off.

“I guess so,” Leo replied.

“Since that’s the case, you can rely more on me and Yuris; don’t bear the danger alone.”

“It’s not about bearing danger; it’s just a desperate attempt. It’s precisely because I trust you and rely on you that I give it my all. With your power backing me, my state reaches its peak, unleashing the strongest attack. Even if I get hurt from the side effects, I believe you can definitely heal me.”

That’s right; Leo had always relied on Michelle. Now, in this injured state, he was also relying on her power, something he had never done before.

“I see.”

Michelle felt a warmth in her heart; this feeling of being trusted was truly pleasant.

“However, it’s still too dangerous. That was an S-class young dragon; one misstep could lead to death. I absolutely won’t allow such reckless behavior; wrong is wrong.”

Her attitude was very firm; she would never allow Leo to act recklessly like this again.

“I actually made the saintess worry about me to the point of losing her appetite. If the saintess gets thin because of me, I would be the greatest sinner.” Leo said half-jokingly.

Michelle pinched his cheeks with both hands and pulled them apart, “I really worry about you, so you need to take this seriously.”

“Yes, yes!”

Leo’s voice became distorted; an angry Michelle was truly a bit terrifying.

But why was he a little happy?

“Ahem!”

Suddenly, a light cough came from outside, and Renina walked in.

“Did I interrupt you?”

She looked a bit awkward; why did it feel like these two were flirting?

Michelle quickly released her grip on Leo, “How long have you been here?”

“For a while.”

Renina immediately changed the subject, “Leo, I’ve witnessed your power and don’t understand why someone as strong as you would choose to remain inconspicuous.”

“President, what are you talking about?” Leo said with a pure expression, blinking his innocent big eyes.

“Don’t play dumb with me.”

Renina drew her sword and swept it, cutting the tent in half, “My swordsmanship may not be flashy, but it has been honed through countless trials. Your strength cannot be hidden from me.”

Leo sighed inwardly; he had encountered a swordsmanship expert.

No, wait!

“My villa! You destroyed my villa! This is my only villa; you have to compensate!”

Renina looked at the wreckage; this was actually a tent? It was actually a tent!

“Sorry, I’ll give you mine.”

“No need; we have a spare.” Michelle said with a smile.

“Do we?” Leo asked, “If so, why make me stay in this wreck?”

“Eh? Didn’t you like your little villa very much?” Michelle retorted.

Leo: “…”

He must have unknowingly offended Michelle.

Birds of a feather flock together; proximity breeds contempt.

Oh no, it seems he has polluted the pure and innocent Michelle, who is like a little white flower.

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