"Classmate Arthur, we may be friends in the future, but please forgive me for not agreeing to it."
Eileen finally found the courage to refuse.
Hearing this result, Arthur raised his eyebrows slightly and shrugged regretfully.
He looked at Raymond. Although this guy was well hidden, the murderous intention just now could not be faked.
Arthur always felt that Raymond was the same type of person as him, with a calm appearance hiding a cruel and forbearing nature. He also said that he was a waste who could not awaken to the extraordinary? At this moment, he felt that it would be true if he still had this idea.
madness.
If it hadn't been for the previous potion contest, maybe he still felt that he didn't understand it thoroughly enough, but now... he was 100% sure that this Raymond's refusal to agree to the duel was definitely not because of cowardice!
He's clearly not a dirty vampire, but why does he make me so disgusted?
...
"Oh, that's such a shame. It's probably because my behavior was so reckless that it troubled you so much."
Arthur suddenly changed his strategy and used retreat to advance.
"The trial will take place in three days. I will take the first place in the trial and let everyone recognize that I, Arthur Herculando Orm, am the only one worthy of Miss Irene."
His words were sonorous, with a bit of unquestionable momentum, "At that time, I will mention this matter to Duke Philip as the first heir of the Aum Territory."
These words are full of arrogance and confidence!
When Arthur said this, he mentioned the complete surname, which naturally tied the entire Orm family together. As the first heir of the Orm family, if Archduke Philip wanted to refuse, he had to consider the interests of Philip's territory.
In formal occasions, once spoken, every word can affect the face and interests of two ancient Black Sea families!
Arthur's words seemed like an ultimatum,
He had no intention of staying longer,
"Miss Eileen, see you at the training ground in three days!"
Before leaving, he glanced at Raymond provocatively.
He showed a meaningful smile.
...
"Isn't this Arthur too arrogant? He is so confident that he can get first place in the trial. Do you really think that the students led by Philip are all vegetarians?"
"No, you are an arrogant guy!"
"..."
Everyone in Philip Academy was furious when they heard this.
They looked at Raymond again, their eyes full of evil, and they were angry with him.
Everyone dispersed.
...
After a moment of commotion, only Raymond, Irene and Judy were left.
Judy looked at Raymond, who had been silent, and felt a little anxious for him.
Shouldn't you take a stand at this time?
Irene is so good to you, but you actually have the heart to let her marry someone else?
Even if you are not an extraordinary person, do you still not have the courage to stand up and express your opinion?
If it had been before, Judy would have been unable to help scolding Raymond like the others, but at this moment, she didn't know why, looking at his calm expression as always, she felt indescribable... doubts.
"Don't look so gloomy..."
Raymond looked at Irene's little face full of grievances and couldn't help but rub her head again.
The more this happened, the more Irene felt that the grievances in her heart were about to burst out, and the waves in her crystal eyes were surging, like a little girl who was bullied.
Raymond turned around and prepared to leave.
But after all, he couldn't bear to look at that pretty face that looked like pear blossoms in the rain, and muttered, "I won't let that guy win first place."
It's like some kind of promise has been made.
"Ah?" Hearing these familiar words, Irene trembled slightly as if she had been given a slight electric shock.
That feeling is back!
It reminds me of when I was in the Vulture Pirates.
He said he would come back to save me, so he will definitely come back!
Irene felt happy inexplicably, the sparkling light in her crystal eyes became even brighter, and her pretty face turned slightly red.
I knew...he still cared after all.
...
The moonlight poured on Philip's territory, reflecting the light blue cold steel castle.
Raymond sat on the castle wall, blowing the sea breeze and looking at the brilliant starry sky in trance.
This is a dead end of the cloister in Philip Castle. No one will pass by here. He enjoys this quiet time very much.
The crystal gem the size of a dragon's eye, which he was rubbing in his hand, always gave off a refreshing air, making him more energetic.
Raymond suddenly had some enlightenment.
The real world is actually no different from the game. High risks mean high returns. If he doesn't stand up today, he may miss out on the "Spellweaver Gem" and also lose the biggest opportunity to become a top potion master.
He muttered: "It seems that I have to find time to go to Tianlan Capital to sort out the follow-up tasks of the 'Spellweaver's Gem'. If I can successfully obtain the "Secret Book of Potion Knowledge"
, it’s not in vain for me to take the risk of being in the limelight today..."
【Spellweaver's Gem】
Mental concentration 15%
Potion refining efficiency 10%
Mental spell strength increased by 12%
Skill chant reduction -3%
Detailed explanation: It can make people feel calm and calm; legend has it that it is related to a shocking secret.
...
"Yo..."
At this moment, the sudden sound of footsteps interrupted Raymond's thoughts.
"Why is our most dazzling star tonight so unhappy here alone? Is it because that boy from Arthur just proposed to Irene and you are unhappy?"
When Raymond heard this voice, he knew that the person coming was Anna, and it was natural that she would use this tone to tease him.
He smiled and asked, "Why are you here?"
"I saw that Irene left with tears in her eyes just now. She seemed to have suffered a lot of grievances."
Anna pretended to have a complaining expression on her face and said in a somewhat teasing tone, "Why don't you agree to duel with that guy?"
"I really have no interest in dueling..."
Raymond pursed his lips and paused for a moment.
As if he thought of something, the anger in his eyes instantly subsided, and he smiled again: "This kind of guy hides his sword in his smile. If I don't kill him, I will always feel uneasy."
"Yoho~"
Anna was stunned. She didn't expect him to respond so directly, and said teasingly: "You are really overbearing. Just because he proposes to Irene, you want to kill him?"
Raymond didn't explain much, "That guy named Arthur is different."
"no the same?"
Anna had previously felt that Raymond's move to avoid fighting was a bit weak, and she couldn't guess what he was thinking, so she came to ask.
But when she heard his vaguely domineering words just now, she was stunned for a moment, and her beautiful eyes were filled with brilliance.
She did not delve into the issue, but instead blinked and asked, "If someone proposes to me in the future, will you also kill him?"
Raymond said without hesitation: "No."
Anna pursed her lips, with a face full of teasing, and said dissatisfied: "Hey, hey, hey...it's so obvious that you don't need to be treated differently? After all, you still want to invite me to be your navigator in the future? If I were abducted,
Aren’t you worried?”
Raymond shrugged noncommittally and explained, "Arthur is different. He is very dangerous."
Anna blinked, as if she had guessed something.
She didn't think that Raymond's temperament was the kind of person who was aimless, and there must be something hidden in it.
"Oh? It seems that you have already thought of a countermeasure?"
"There is no way to deal with it... In this situation, even if I ignore him, that guy will come to my door."
Raymond said with some helplessness, "So, I only have one choice...kill him."
"Giggle..."
Anna covered her mouth and chuckled, a sly look flashed in her beautiful eyes, "Actually...there's nothing wrong with being a little domineering, so that girls will like you."
Raymond rolled his eyes: "..."
Anna did not dwell on this topic, and instead said: "Let's go, I will take you to a place."
"where?"
"Black Market Auction."
"Where are you going?"
"Didn't you awaken the [Juggler]? There is something you are interested in at tonight's auction."
"what?"
"The swordsmanship handbook of Sodros, the best swordsman in the Black Sea at that time!"