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GR 131-150

Chapter 131

"......?"

After hearing Bianka's serious words, Maria's brain, which had just cooled down, suddenly showed a tendency to burn out again...

After a while, Maria finally understood what Bianka had just said and then tried to explain calmly:

"Ahem, Bianka, you misunderstood. I just thought of something just now, and I didn't feel offended by you. Although I did sleep a little late last night, I didn't feel uncomfortable."

"Really? Don't be afraid to see a doctor." Hearing this, Bianka blinked her blue eyes and looked at Maria, who indeed seemed "better," and said.

"Don't worry, I won't mess around in this regard." Maria paused for a moment, then lowered her voice and continued, "After all, if I'm really sick and don't rest or get treatment, Aunt... Sister Zofia will definitely pull my ears and teach me a lesson."

"...Well, pay more attention." Bianka looked at Maria carefully for a while, then relaxed, nodded gently, and gave her instructions. Hearing this, Maria smiled at Bianka, then patted her chest and said, "Don't worry, I won't mess around in this regard."

"Okay, let's not talk about this for now. Come on, let's find a weapon that suits you." After the voice fell, Maria smiled softly and pulled Bianka towards her armory. Although the Nearl family didn't hide any treasures, they still collected some weapons of good quality.

"Ah... As for weapons, I can actually figure it out myself." Obviously, Bianka had never expected that Maria had even thought about and prepared her own weapons.

In fact, Dudu had no worries about weapons. The reason was simple. Although other Battlesuita did not have weapons, and she did not get the Black Abyss White Flower, she did have the Dea Anchora.

After all, that set of armor itself was the embodiment of the Bubble World in her body, so this set of armor was not "deducted" by the system like other weapons.

Although there was some suspicion of using a cannon to kill a mosquito, Bianka felt that it was not impossible to use it if necessary, and she would control the strength. If it really didn't work, she could take a step back and condense a spear to use temporarily.

"Since we are here, we don't need this weapon!" After hearing Bianka's words, Maria said hurriedly without stopping.

In Maria's eyes, the armor has been borrowed, so there is no need for this weapon. Moreover, she had been struggling for a whole night before making up her mind. If she didn't help her to the end, she would feel a bit disappointed...

"Ah..."

Finally, Bianka stopped struggling and followed Maria to the place where the weapons were stored in the Nearl family.

To be honest, Durandal's helpless mood was about to overflow.

On the one hand, she was a little worried that Maria trust others so easily, and what would happen after. On the other hand, she didn't know how to repay her friend's help.

"Hmm?"

When Maria just turned around and wanted to introduce Bianka, she saw her helpless expression at the moment, and then asked with some confusion, "What's wrong?"

"...Maria, do you usually trust others like this?" Bianka looked at the room in front of her where the weapons were stored. After a short silence, she finally asked her concerns.

"......?"

Hearing this, Maria blinked her golden eyes gently, and after a pause, she pretended to explain in a light tone, "How is it possible? I usually don't bring friends home. It's just that Bianka... you are special."

"Special...?"

Bianka tilted her head slightly and immediately grasped the key point of Maria's words.

To be honest, the moment she heard Maria's words, Durandal thought that she was seen through... After all, there were some things she didn't actively hide, and if she was more careful, she would still see some clues.

After listening to Bianka's words, Maria coughed twice, and a trace of guilt flashed in her golden eyes, and explained:

"Ahem, yes... I just think that Bianka, you are a little like my sister..."

At this point, Maria's eyes flickered, and she didn't continue to say anything, but silently added in her heart: 'Dazzling, convincing, and one wanting to witness it.'

"So that's the case. However, this is not a reason for you to trust others, Maria. You should be careful in this regard." Hearing this, Bianka nodded slowly, and then warned seriously.

Although Dudu agreed with the reason given by Maria, it does not mean that she agrees with her friend's idea.

After all, how can you judge a person by appearance alone? This time, she can only say that I am lucky to be a good person. If it were someone else... No, I don't even need to change it to someone else. If it were someone else, I might...

As if she thought of something, Bianka's eyes looking at Maria suddenly became a little weird, and there was a hint of apology and guilt.

"Well, I will pay attention, don't worry. I'm not that easy to fool... No, Bianka, don't treat me as a child!"

Faced with Bianka's advice, Maria accepted it humbly at first, but after reacting later, she couldn't help but said coquettishly.

"Puff, no." Hearing this, Bianka couldn't help but curl the corners of her lips and smiled gently.

"You're still laughing!"

"Okay, I won't laugh anymore."

...

Afterwards, after Bianka selected a suitable lance from the collection of Nearl's family, she conducted some simple training here, which was not even considered a warm-up, at Maria's invitation.

As for why it was just a simple training, it was of course because Dudu was afraid of scaring her new friend. After all, any training that "Bianka" had done in Schicksal before would probably scare others.

Although there are many Terra Supermen in Terra, you should know that Bianka is also a veritable Honkai Super Goose!

Finally, after Bianka finished the simple "training," she invited Maria to have lunch before saying goodbye and leaving.

After parting with her friends, Dudu did not choose to return to the hotel, but chose to run alone to the wilderness far away from the city and the hustle and bustle.

The little warm-up at Nearl's house just now has ended, and the next step is Bianka's real training.

The day before was because she had just been summoned, and there were various reasons, so she did not conduct training for the time being. Now that she has adapted and has time, she will naturally add training arrangements to her schedule.

Chapter 132(20)

In the tavern——

"Maria, you seem to be a little absent-minded these two days. What happened?" The old craftsman put down the things in his hands and finally asked the question that puzzled him for a few days.

After listening to the old craftsman's words, Maria was stunned for a while before reacting, and then said:

"Ah? Ah, sorry, Master Kowal, I have indeed been a little careless these past two days because I am a little worried about my friend."

"It's a small matter. After all, it's normal for young people to be impatient. What's wrong with your friend?" After listening to Maria's explanation, the old craftsman waved his hand and said indifferently.

"A friend who can make a little girl like you, Maria, worry... can't be someone you like, hahaha." At this moment, the old knight who was drinking beside him also came over and teased.

"No! Bianka is also a girl." Hearing this, Maria immediately refuted, and then looked at the old craftsman again and continued, "Well, I will be serious next time. As for my friend, she will soon participate in the Major, the time is tomorrow. Although she is quite strong, I am still a little worried..."

"Wow, you can't be too old to be friends with Maria. You are so young to participate in the Major?" The old craftsman raised his eyebrows and said with a surprised expression.

"Tomorrow... I remember there seems to be only one mixed match tomorrow. Your friend has not debuted yet and is participating in this kind of event?" Marcin, who was wiping the glass on the side, came over with a strange expression.

"Well, that's why I'm worried." When speaking, a trace of helplessness and worry flashed quickly in Maria's golden eyes. In fact, after seeing Bianka's strength before, Maria didn't have so many concerns and worries. However, as the time of the competition was getting closer, and she had studied the situation, competition system, details, and so on in the past two days.

It would have been fine if she hadn't studied it. Once she studied it, Maria, who only knew half of the competition, began to worry and panic again.

If Maria's half-knowledge of the competition was easier to resolve when she first met Bianka, now she is completely aware of the rest of the Major, and it is not so easy for her to calm down.

After all, although Maria knew the cruelty of the Major before, her understanding of it was only superficial. But now it is different. She already knows all the details and twists and turns.

"I just heard you say that your friend is quite strong. Has she ever fought in front of you?" The old knight put down the wine glass in his hand, and then looked at Maria with curiosity and asked with a worried look.

"Yes, it has happened. Bianka had a spar with Sister Zofia a few days ago and won." Facing the curiosity of the old knight, Maria did not hide it and answered truthfully.

Hearing this, the old knight suddenly opened his eyes wide and said with a surprised expression: "Hey, your friend can actually beat Zofia, so she is indeed quite powerful."

"If she can beat Zofia, you don't need to worry too much, Maria. That girl has at least entered the top 16. Your friend can beat her, even if she is not in her prime, which is enough to show her strength."

After listening to Maria's words, the old craftsman on the side raised his eyebrows and comforted her.

"Well, I know."

After listening to the words of comfort from the old craftsman and the old knight, although Maria was still worried and flustered, she was more relaxed than before.

"I didn't expect that there would be such a new star this year. I wonder how she compares to... Never mind, let's watch the game on TV tomorrow."

After putting the cleaned wine glass back to its original place, Marcin couldn't help but sigh.

...

Flameblade Arena——

The bright afternoon sun shone into the crowded and noisy third-largest artificial arena in Kazimierz, bringing a little warmth.

[Welcome to Flameblade Arena—Shi—! ]

Soon, a...huge, high-pitched commentary voice cut through the sky of the arena and fell into everyone's ears, opening the prelude to this competition.

[Fifteen Knights! Fifteen Knights! ]

[Today's competition is only this one! Plunder, melee, escape, chase! In this artificial arena with a total area of Kazimierz's third-largest, the knights' fighting nature will be brought into play! ]

[Let's wait for the knights to enter the arena!! ]

...

"The game is about to start. I remember that Maria's friend is called Bianka." The old knight, one of the three people sitting in front of the TV in the tavern, said.

"Yes, that's the name. Old Vogelweide, you are not so old that you can't even remember this, right?" After hearing Vogelweide's words, Kowal couldn't help but tease.

After Vogelweide took a sip of wine, he replied without hesitation: "How is it possible? You're the one old and confused. I'm still young."

"Okay, stop arguing, you two, and watch the game quietly." Looking at the two people who were about to get excited, Marcin couldn't help but start to admonish.

"Who is arguing with him?"

"I should be the one saying this."

...

Audience seats in the arena——

"There's no need to be so nervous Maria. Although there are several powerful knights in this match, Bianka shouldn't have any problems dealing with them with her strength."

Zofia looked at Maria, who was sitting next to her and was extremely nervous, and couldn't help but pat her shoulder to comfort her.

"Well, I know Sister Zofia, but I'm still a little nervous." Hearing this, Maria scratched her head and answered in a low voice.

In fact, she knew everything Zofia said, but no matter how clear she was, she couldn't help but feel a little worried and nervous when facing her good friend on the stage.

"Relax. But, you've been so close to that girl in just a few days? Are you so worried about her?" As she said that, a trace of helplessness flashed in Zofia's eyes, and then she reached out and gently tapped Maria's forehead.

"Ah... it hurts. Humph, that's because Bianka and I get along well."

"You."

...

Unlike the other people in the arena who were worried, nervous, and excited, Bianka, who was still in the preparation area outside the arena, had a chip stuck on her armor with other knights with a blank expression.

For this game that was like child's play, Durandal's heart was not moved at all at the moment.

Her only thought now was to start and end this match quickly!

Chapter 133

"Then, the fifteen knights are ready at their respective positions! When the staff leave, the competition will officially begin!"

"OK! All fifteen knights are ready!"

"The battle will last for a full sixty minutes! Unless the poor knights really fall down, the battle will last until the last moment!"

Accompanied by the excited voice of the commentator Big Mouth Mob, all 15 knights entered the huge artificial arena.

"I declare!!! The Flame Blade Melee officially begins!"

As the competition officially began, all knights except Bianka moved at a very fast speed, adopting their own combat methods to find targets.

As for why Dudu was still standing there, the reason was very simple: she was still thinking about a question she had never found an answer to.

That is... how much strength she needed to use to avoid causing irreversible or even fatal damage to these competitive knights.

After all, Bianka was just here to get points this time, not to kill ordinary folk. Although in this place, you can get money for committing a crime, it is too troublesome after all.

And for Dudu, if she is locked up for this reason, it is really a stain.

However, just when Bianka was thinking...

"Oh my God, it seems that the young female knight in the arena was frightened and stunned! She didn't even bring a shield! It's like a lamb entering a pack of wolves, I wonder what will happen to her?!"

"Oh, it seems that a wolf has already set its sights on this sweet lamb, it's the Brassrust Knight! He's taking action."

Just as Big Mouth Mob explained, the Brassrust Knight Olmer Ingra, who was famous for his brutality, quietly set his sights on Bianka, who was standing still in the arena, and attacked her directly.

"Ah!"

"That girl!"

"Oh, Brassrust Knight Charge!"

After seeing this scene, a huge commotion broke out in the huge audience seats of the arena. Some were excited, some were terrified... even Maria couldn't help but scream.

But at this moment, no one could stop the development of the situation.

"..."

However, facing the sudden attack of the Brassrust Knight, Bianka didn't even bother to give him a glance.

Among all the knights in this arena, this Brassrust Knight can be said to be the only competitive knight that Bianka hates. His behavior of deliberately crippling his opponent in the game made Dudu feel ashamed.

"This is not a place for a little guy like you to just come, but since you are here, I'll use your blood to make me happy!"

As the Brassrust Knight's voice full of murderous intent and joy sounded, the huge axe in his hand was raised high, and he quickly chopped towards Bianka, as if he was going to split her in two.

"Oh my God! Is this cute knight who has not yet officially debuted going to fall at the hands of the Brassrust Knight?!"

However—

"Alas..."

Just when everyone thought that Bianka's fate was doomed, she suddenly moved. At a speed that even drones could not capture clearly, she controlled the lance to quickly raise and sweep.

With just one blow, she easily shattered the armor worn by the Brassrust Knight on his arms and arms, and at the same time, the giant axe in his hand quickly flew out of his grasp.

"If strength is the reason for your reckless behavior, then you should withdraw from this arena forever."

After saying this to the shocked and trembling Brassrust Knight, Bianka suddenly lowered her body and rushed out, and "gently" added another punch to his abdomen wrapped in thick armor.

"Bang——"

"Bang! Crack!"

As Bianka's punch landed, the Brassrust Knight's abdominal armor made a harsh roar and then exploded quickly.

He was also hit by this punch and flew backward in a 7-shaped arc, hitting the wall around the arena hard.

"..."

This series of sudden events made the originally noisy audience quiet for a few breaths.

"Too... too! Too incredible! The Brassrust Knight was actually defeated, and easily too! Just one blow and one punch, and the Brassrust Knight was knocked away without any reaction from him at all!"

"I didn’t expect this new knight named Bianka to be so talented! Where are the cheers?!"

"Ah!"

"Bianka!!!"

As Big Mouth Mob's commentary sounded again, the audience, which had been quiet for a few seconds, suddenly burst into cheers and applause that were louder than before.

"..."

After hearing the cheers from the audience, Bianka frowned slightly, and a trace of displeasure flashed in her blue eyes.

Then, she turned her gaze to the other 13 knights in the arena without hesitation.

This place, Dudu really couldn't stand it for another second. Staying here, she always felt like a monkey for people to watch. It was really annoying...

"!"

The other knights in the arena who were swept by Bianka's gaze suddenly became alert and paid full attention to this newcomer who had just shown "vigor."

After all, they saw the situation just now very clearly. Just thinking about the punch that Bianka landed on the Brassrust Knight and how it might feel if it landed on them made them shudder.

"I didn't expect that the lamb we initially thought turned out to be the real beast, and the situation has reversed completely!"

"..."

After observing the situation in the arena for a while, Bianka no longer hesitated and started her own action. Through the experiment on the Brassrust Knight just now, she had roughly understood the strength required.

The ground cracked under her feet, and Dudu attacked the other people in the arena at a very fast speed.

After Bianka eliminated three more knights in a "violent" manner, the other knights exchanged glances and began to fight as a group. Their target was Bianka, the only newcomer in this game.

However, this group that seemed extremely threatening to others was still a child's play in Bianka's eyes. The dark blue energy emerged from her hand and wrapped the lance lent by her friend.

Then Dudu quickly and flexibly jumped high, and threw the lance, which landed quickly and accurately on the open space among a group of knights.

The huge impact and air wave directly lifted the knights in the group and scattered them.

Until this moment, only a dozen minutes of the one-hour time limit of this game had passed. And Bianka's points had reached a terrifying 30 points.

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"Looking at the knights who were knocked to the ground by her spear, Bianka's blue eyes flashed with helplessness."

But at this moment, she did not want to take advantage of the situation or pursue victory. She just slowed down and walked over to retrieve the lance she had just thrown out.

"[Too exciting! Too terrifying! With just this one spear, all the knights were knocked to the ground. What kind of unparalleled strength is this?! Is there going to be another Grand Knight this year?]"

"[No, that's not right! This is a more terrifying monster than the genius of the previous Major!]"

"I'm tired of this boring game. You guys come together," Bianka said calmly to the knights around her after pulling the spear from the ground.

"What... you, stop looking down on me!"

"Come and fight, monster."

After seeing the power of Bianka's attack, some of the remaining ten knights wanted to continue fighting, while many of them were already intimidated.

However, Bianka no longer cared about these things, because in her eyes, no matter who was left, they were all the same, and she only needed to control the strength to one shot or one punch.

"[This match is probably the first one in history that ended so quickly! This is not like a match, but a hunt!]"

"[A new knight has made her debut! Let's cheer for her!]"

Just as the match began, it ended under the high-pitched commentary of Big Mouth Mob.

"Bianka! Bianka!"

At this moment, in the huge arena, only Bianka was left standing, and the warm sunlight fell on her long golden hair, reflecting a dazzling golden light. Listening to the noisy sound in her ears, Dudu frowned again, then turned to look in the direction of the commentary, waiting for the final result.

To be honest, if possible, Bianka would like to turn around and leave now. Because the environment here makes her extremely uncomfortable. What's more, winning this kind of game also makes her feel no sense of accomplishment or joy.

If you have to say it, she is quite unhappy...

As for why Dudu didn't just turn around and leave, the reason is very simple: she knows very well that the senior management who planned and launched the game are very bad in all aspects.

In addition, Bianka knows she will not cooperate or be won over later. Therefore, to prevent these unpleasant people from finding trouble and finding loopholes to cancel the results, she stayed.

But fortunately, Dudu didn't wait too long...

"[Our referee has made a decision. There is no doubt that there will be only one person standing at the end of this battle!]"

"[Today's champion, with a total of 41 points, a new monster who has crushed the opponent since her debut - independent knight "Bright Knight" Bianka!!!]"

After hearing the final verdict, Bianka turned around and left without any hesitation.

"In the audience——"

"..."

Maria was surprised and couldn't believe it when Bianka started to fight, and she still couldn't recover until the game was officially over.

"It's really scary. I didn't expect Bianka to hold back so much when she was sparring with me," Zofia said in an admiring tone, looking at Bianka's back as she left the field.

"No wonder that girl dared to say she entered the knockout round in one go. And 'Bright Knight,' what a good name."

"Well... it is indeed a good title."

After listening to her aunt's words, Maria finally came to her senses and said in agreement. To be honest, Bianka's game gave Maria a deep shock. At the same time, it also completely dispelled her worries and tension.

"Okay, Sister Zofia, let's leave quickly." After recovering from the shock, Maria didn't plan to stay any longer because she had made an appointment with Bianka to leave together.

"Hmm, so anxious to see Bianka?" Zofia nodded and teased in a low voice.

"Ahem, I made an appointment with Bianka before, okay, Sister Zofia, let's go quickly." Maria was embarrassed, coughed twice, and then spoke coquettishly.

"I really can't do anything about you, but I should go and see the triumphant Knight of Glory. After all, thanks to her, I made a lot of money this time."

Facing her niece's coquetry, Zofia's eyes flashed with helplessness, and then she stopped teasing.

"Yeah."

"Let's go."

"——————————————————"

After Bianka left the arena passage, people who caught wind of her presence immediately wanted to surround her to promote and invite her.

However, Dudu did not give them this opportunity. In a flash, she used her speed to get rid of these people.

After all, Bianka had no intention of joining any random Knightclubs.

You know, many of Kazimierz's Knightclubs are just good-sounding, and to put it bluntly, they are just idol groups created by capital and mere money-making tools.

Even if she really wants to join later, Dudu will only join the Knightclubs that she recognizes or she simply creates it.

Besides, meeting Maria is more important than fighting with these people.

...

"Bianka, here!"

At the place they agreed on, Maria saw the familiar figure who had changed out of armor and waved to her.

"..."

After noticing her friend, Bianka's face, which had not been very pleasant since the start of the game, gradually warmed up and even smiled.

"You were so good, Bianka. I was worried about you before." Maria was so excited that she couldn't help but trot over and give her a big hug as Bianka walked towards her.

"Be careful."

Bianka, who was suddenly hugged, had a hint of helplessness in her blue eyes and then gave instructions.

"Yeah! Hey, this time I not only watched a wonderful game, but also earned a lot of pocket money with you, Bianka."

After listening to Bianka's instructions, Maria nodded first, and then said excitedly as if she remembered something. You know, this time it wasn't just Zofia who bet on Bianka...

"Ahem... I say, you two, it's not good to ignore me like this."

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"Ahem... I say, you two, it's not good to ignore me like this."

"Hey~ I'm just too excited?" After hearing her aunt's words, Maria let go of Bianka, smiled, and planned to give Zofia a hug.

"What? You obviously have a friend and forget your sister." Hearing this, Zofia was unforgiving, but the smile in her eyes still exposed her mood at the moment.

"Well... Let's find a quiet place to talk." At this time, Bianka, who was standing aside and watching the interaction with a smile, suddenly changed her expression and lowered her voice.

Hearing this, Zofia stopped playing and subconsciously observed the surroundings. After noticing someone, a flash of understanding crossed her eyes. Then she nodded gently to Bianka.

"......?"

Although Maria on the side didn't get what happened, it didn't prevent her from following her friend and aunt. Soon, the three of them left quickly and disappeared into the crowded street.

Afterwards, at Zofia's invitation, the two did not go anywhere else but came to her home again.

...

In the living room of Zofia's house—

"Ah, no matter how many times I see it, I still think you are amazing, Bianka. Unlike me, I am not good at anything, and I am only half-baked in swordsmanship."

Sitting in the living room, Maria sighed helplessly while watching the news about Bianka on TV. Her voice sounded a little confused and yearning.

"…"

After listening to the sighs of the people around her, Bianka frowned slightly, and a hint of disapproval flashed in her blue eyes.

After organizing her words a little, she quietly came over, patted Maria on the head, and said:

"Don't think too much. Everyone has strengths and weaknesses. There is no need to think so much or even worry, just let it go."

"Well, but..."

Maria, whose head was "hit hard," covered her head and subconsciously wanted to refute, but when she looked up and saw Bianka's delicate face, she swallowed all her words silently.

At the same time, her expression became a little complicated and lost.

To be honest, this game, while Bianka eliminated Maria's tension and worries, also brought her a sense of pressure and urgency. This feeling is something that even her admired sister Margaret cannot give her...

Looking at Maria, who was a little disappointed, Bianka blinked gently and comforted her in a softer tone:

"Don't be impatient. One day you will find something you are good at, and by that time, you will have your own path and goals."

Speaking of this, Bianka paused for a moment, stretched out her hand, and gently patted Maria's shoulder before continuing: "Believe in your heart; it will tell you the answer."

"And Maria, don't you like going to the workshop very much? If you like this kind of thing, you can also try it seriously."

"Maybe I will have a friend who is a master craftsman in the future."

After the voice fell, Bianka showed Maria a gentle and encouraging smile.

"Ah... I'm just a little interested in that aspect; it's not as exaggerated as you said, Bianka!" After listening to Bianka's consolation, Maria's brain crashed for a moment, and then all the messy thoughts and emotions disappeared. All that was left was the shame of being praised by a friend...

"Believe in yourself, Maria. Don't let some external factors affect your confidence." After noticing that Maria's bad mood was swept away, Bianka's eyes flashed a smile quickly, and she continued: "And I'm not afraid of you laughing when I say it. In fact, apart from fighting, I'm not good at many things, including life."

"Huh?" After listening to Bianka's words, Maria was slightly stunned and exclaimed with a surprised expression.

"So, there is no need to be so anxious. Just go with the flow and explore happily as you like."

"Well... Thank you, Bianka."

Just as the two girls were communicating with each other in the living room, a pair of eyes full of relief and helplessness were watching them quietly and silently.

The owner of these eyes was the owner of the house, Zofia, who had just gone to the kitchen to prepare fruit.

After getting along and observing for a few days, she found Bianka more and more pleasing and more satisfying. At the same time, she was also happy that her child had such an excellent and positive friend.

However, this matter is not without "disadvantages" in Zofia's view. She found that her child did not play and talk with her as much after having reliable friends of the same age.

She felt that her child had grown up and did not need her anymore.

This led to Zofia being slightly confused while being happy for Maria recently.

"..."

After chatting with Maria, Bianka quietly glanced in the direction where Zofia was hiding, and then quickly retracted her gaze. Bianka had discovered Zofia's secret observation just now, but she didn't care and had no intention of exposing it. She probably knew what the young aunt was worried about, and she could fully understand it.

...

"What are your plans for the next game, Bianka?" Zofia, who finally cut the fruit and served it, asked this curious question after struggling for a while.

"Well... there is no plan, or it is very simple. The points competition will be like this for the time being, and I will participate if it isn't enough. As for the knockout and championship, I will play all the way."

Faced with Zofia's inquiry, Bianka told everything directly without hiding anything. After all, under Maria's influence, she and Zofia are now more familiar with each other, and even the original mutual address has changed.

"You are really... straightforward."

Zofia was choked by Bianka's answer, and then said helplessly.

"Bianka, is your arrangement so simple?" Maria, who was eating fruit on the side, was slightly stunned after hearing her friend's words.

"Honesty is a great virtue of knights. Moreover, I have enough confidence in my own strength."

Chapter 136

"Honesty is a great virtue of knights. Moreover, I have enough confidence in my own strength." Facing Zofia's reaction, Bianka gave a gentle and confident smile.

However, she soon seemed to remember something, restrained the smile on her face, touched her nose, and said:

"Although I said it easily, it will definitely be annoying next. After all, I don't intend to go along with those capitals that I think are ridiculous."

The competition process that Bianka talked about before was a minimalist version. In fact, she knew very well that she would definitely be targeted in various ways if she did not accept others' solicitation and sponsorship.

Although these targetings would not have any impact on her, it was annoying just to think about it. It felt like being stared at by a fly in the dark. Although it could be killed in one swipe, it would still feel a little disgusting.

"......?"

After listening to Bianka's words, Maria, who had already known it, did not react much, but a question mark slowly appeared on Zofia's head, and a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes. Although the relationship between the two has become much closer during this period, she has not asked about many things regarding Bianka and the reason for participating in the competition.

"Are you surprised?"

After noticing Zofia's eyes, Bianka said with a hint of helplessness in her eyes.

"Well... it is indeed quite unexpected. I think you should know what you will face after making this choice, so can you tell me the reason?" Zofia was silent for a while, then nodded gently, looking at Bianka with a serious look.

Zofia was too familiar with Bianka's choice because she did the same thing back then, but her final ending...

But she also knew that Bianka was different from herself and much better, so she was curious at this moment. Facing Zofia's seriousness, Bianka also became serious and spoke with solemnity and a smile in her blue eyes:

"Of course I know the difference between those with capital support and those without, and I also know the benefits. However, there are always some things that make people work hard to complete without caring about gains and losses or gaps."

Speaking of this, Bianka paused for a moment, the light in her eyes flickered slightly, and other emotions quietly faded away, replaced by only firmness and confidence.

"What's more, in my eyes, the gap that capital can open with money is not a gap, and my strength is enough to make up for it."

Bianka's words sounded a bit conceited to others. But in fact, she was telling the truth... As for the equipment that Kazimierz can get with money now, she can beat them with one punch.

There is no equipment gap at all... If you have to say it, it is her Godsbane Battlesuit that is reduced to a blow.

As for the forces that Kazimierz has now, none of them can hurt Durandal. To put it bluntly, even if all the monsters of Kazimierz were put together, they might not be enough for her to use as punching bags...

"..."

After listening to the words of Bianka, who was full of confidence and looked radiant, Zofia fell into silence on the spot.

How to say it?

Zofia's current state has become a bit like Maria's back then. Simply put, she was dazzled by little Bianka...

To be honest, if someone else had "spoken nonsense" in front of Zofia, she might have spoken back long ago.

However, now she is facing Bianka, who has already shown great strength in front of her...

Even Zofia herself has to admit that the young-looking child in front of her is very strong, even stronger than another child of her family, Margaret Nearl.

After all, Margaret back then could not smash a knight's armor with one punch and send him flying, and then chase a group of knights all over the arena... and knock them all down. If Margaret had such strength back then, she might not have been expelled later...

Thinking of this, a hint of complexity flashed in Zofia's eyes, and her mood became sighing.

"..."

Maria, who was sitting on the side at this moment, secretly glanced at her "dull" aunt, then retracted her gaze, put aside her worries, continued to eat fruit, and did not forget to stuff one for Bianka.

As for why she was not worried, it was, of course, because the Kuranta found that her aunt's state was exactly the same as hers before, so what was there to worry about?

It was just a little Bianka shock.

"..."

Looking at Zofia's thinking look now, Bianka also knew not to disturb her, and quietly followed Maria to eat fruit.

However, after this incident, Bianka thought in her heart that if she showed more strength, there would be fewer annoying flies.

Durandal's distress.jpg

...

Finally, after Bianka chatted with the two for a while, she declined Zofia's invitation to dinner and went back to the hotel. It was not because Durandal didn't want to have dinner with Zofia and the others, but because Mebius kept urging her to go back in his heart.

To be honest, Bianka didn't want to go back at all, especially she didn't want to go back to see a certain annoying and malicious woman, even if that person was herself. However, Durandal, who had already known what was going on through telepathy, still planned to go back for Sakura's sake.

...

"I'm back."

Bianka, who returned to the hotel, nodded and said to Sakura, who was sitting on the sofa.

"Welcome back, Bianka. You've worked hard in today's game." Hearing this, Sakura also nodded gently, and then smiled gently.

"This kind of competition is not hard at all. On the contrary, Sakura, you can stop and rest now. Take a walk in this city and witness it. It's good here during the day." After listening to Sakura's words, Bianka showed a trace of helplessness in her eyes.

"Well, I will." Sakura did not resist Bianka's proposal. After all, who likes to carry a blades to earn some "extra money" in the middle of the night? What's more, after today's competition... they are not short of money at all now.

Hearing this, Bianka's blue eyes flashed with satisfaction, and then she looked at someone who had been silent on the side and said:

"So... Mobius, when are you leaving?"

Chapter 137

"So... Mobius, when are you leaving?"

"Oh~ It's so sad, Bianka. You just came back, and you're already in a hurry to drive me away." After hearing Bianka's words, Mobius put down the information in her hand, covered her face, and pretended to cry "sadly."

"... Stop pretending. I'll give you enough funds. Leave Kawalerielki immediately." Seeing Mobius act this way, Bianka couldn't help but twitch her mouth and say unhappily.

Others might be soft-hearted because of Mobius's appearance, but Bianka would never be. She knew exactly how much trouble Mobius could cause.

"Hey, Bianka has already forgotten about us after going out for a few days and finding a new love~"

Facing the unhappy Bianka, Mobius's expression did not change, and she still covered her face and complained pitifully.

"💢"

After hearing the words of the unrepentant Mobius, Bianka's eyes went black.

"Okay, Bianka, calm down."

Sakura, who was sitting next to her, immediately reached out and held her arm after noticing Bianka's condition to prevent her from hitting Mobius.

Actually, hitting Mobius is not the issue, but the problem is that with the power of these two people, even if they control their strength and fight, the building will likely be destroyed...

"Sakura, you're taking sides..."

Bianka, who was held back, turned her head and looked at Sakura next to her, complaining.

Although Bianka knew why Sakura took sides and could probably understand it, it didn't mean that she wouldn't complain and "accuse."

"Bianka, you know Dr. Mobius's personality. There's no need to be serious with her. She's just a bit tough." Facing Bianka's accusation, Sakura looked away awkwardly and explained in a low voice. Honestly, if possible, Sakura not only didn't want to take sides but also didn't want to be caught between the two people...

But there was no choice. The two people's compatibility was too poor, and to reconcile their differences, she could only be helplessly caught in the middle.

However, this situation won't last too long. After all, one of them has to leave first...

"Okay..."

After listening to Sakura's words, although Bianka's blue eyes still showed a trace of dissatisfaction, she didn't say anything in the end.

"Alas, after being persuaded by Sakura, it suddenly becomes boring~"

Mobius, whose "plan" was interrupted by Sakura again, retracted her pitiful look and spread her hands lazily with a smile on her face.

"Doctor, there are no outsiders here. If you have any needs, you can say it directly. We all know and understand." Seeing Mobius's look, Sakura shook her head helplessly and then suggested with a serious expression.

"...Don't even think about it. At most one tube of blood."

Before Mobius could speak, Bianka's expression changed, and she refused seriously.

Just like what Sakura said, everyone, including Bianka, knew about Mobius's needs and goals and even understood them.

However, she couldn't stand Mobius's stubbornness and "arrogance." It was obvious that she could achieve her goal as long as she discussed it with Bianka, but she had to use an infuriating method...

"Hey, just one tube of blood? I wanted to check your body, Bianka~" After hearing Bianka's answer, Mobius said with a regretful and disappointed expression.

Although there was no hint of disappointment in her tone.

"Don't think about it, Mobius. You know I won't agree. Letting you draw a tube of blood is already a big concession."

Bianka looked at the loli-like Mobius in front of her, hugged her arms, and said with a serious expression without any mercy.

In Bianka's opinion, if Mobius was not herself, and her request was indeed beneficial to research... Bianka would have gone up and punched this annoying person. How could she be so "friendly" as she was now?

"Alas, Bianka, you're really not cute at all~" Mobius said helplessly to Bianka with a serious expression.

However, although on the surface Mobius still did not give in and was still stubborn, the other two people present, after feeling someone's compromise through telepathy, did not say anything.

...

Finally, Bianka paid a lot of scientific research funds and a tube of blood, and only sent away the person she disliked very much the next morning.

That's right, only Mobius left, and this time Sakura did not follow her, but chose to stay in Kawalerielki.

The reason is also very simple: compared to escorting Mobius on the road, Sakura felt that it would be more useful for her to stay in Kazimierz. After all, there are more rats and scum known here. Moreover, she knew that Bianka would not play dirty, so some things still needed her to deal with privately.

And Mobius chose to leave Kawalerielki early because many things and documents here could no longer satisfy her, and she needed to go to a bigger and more suitable place.

Moreover, it is not so easy to enter Rhine Lab; at least you have to show some "achievements." Whether it is to go to Columbia to get a diploma or publish some valuable papers, it takes time.

Therefore, when she gets enough money through Bianka's competition, Mobius will choose not to stay but go directly to Columbia.

After all, this huge capital casino is not a special place for a weak scientific researcher like her... Cheers and applause should be left to the righteous knight lady.

"It's a bit annoying. How many hotels have we changed?" Bianka, who was sitting on the sofa in the hotel at the moment, heard the knock on the door, and a trace of annoyance flashed in her blue eyes.

Although Bianka had expected the current situation, she never thought it would be so annoying.

After last night's events, the strength that Bianka showed directly made her popular overnight¦ Now a group of people want to win her over or cooperate with her.

Many people came to the door this morning, and Bianka, who was annoyed, even changed hotels after sending Mobius away.

But the facts proved that it was useless.

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"Heh—"

In the deserted suburbs around Kawalerielki, a slender golden figure was constantly waving a heavy-looking spear for training.

Yes, the person who was training was Bianka. After being annoyed by those who invited her, she simply left the bustling city temporarily and plunged into the wild.

Others might lose a lot of intelligence and opportunities by doing this, but for Dudu, this was the best way.

After all, there was a fox lady in the city who could provide her with real-time intelligence, and no one was disturbing her here, so it was very leisurely. So why not have fun?

"Boom!"

"Huh—"

After the last shot blasted the boulder in front of her with crushing force, Bianka exhaled lightly and took back the ordinary lance in her hand.

At the same time, her training for the morning was over.

"…"

Bianka reached out and wiped the nonexistent sweat from her forehead, then slowly walked to her makeshift camp and sat down by the campfire. Without Rita around, Dudu's quality of life was mainly casual.

"Hmm?"

Just when Bianka took out a bottle of water and was about to replenish her fluids, the news in her heart suddenly made her pause.

"You really think I'm easy prey... disgusting."

After listening to the news from Sakura, Durandal's expression did not show any surprise, only disgust and the coldness hidden in her eyes.

Although Bianka had known for a long time that the senior capital executives of Kazimierz would definitely take action against her, she did not expect it to happen so soon.

No.

After being rejected by her several times, he was so angry that he wanted to teach her a lesson and then make her give in? It's ridiculous…

"Let me see, what can you take out to make me 'give in.'"

After the voice fell, Bianka no longer had the desire to eat. She slowly put down the water cup in her hand, stood up, took out the spear again, and walked away.

"Crazy training" started again!

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In the busy workshop—

“Ding-dong-ding-dong…ding…”

“Zizi…”

After a lot of hammering, Maria was able to take a little time to put the red-hot material held by the pliers into the water to cool it down and wiped the sweat from her forehead with her hand.

“Let me see…”

Just then, the old craftsman noticed the situation here, quickly came over, took out the things that Maria had put into the water to cool down, and observed them.

“Haha, you did a good job this time, Maria, you are quite talented. Keep it up.” As he said that, the old craftsman did not forget to pat Maria on the shoulder to encourage her.

“Well! I will keep working hard, Master Kowal!” After hearing the encouragement from the old craftsman, Maria was refreshed, and then answered excitedly.

“…”

Afterwards, the two did not continue to chat but both devoted themselves to their work again. Especially Maria, she was full of energy. Since she talked with Bianka last time, Maria has become more and more interested in the profession of a craftsman. And because of some of her own little thoughts, she has been working harder and more motivated recently.

As for what little thoughts are… asking is the girl's secret.

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Time passed quickly in the busy and fulfilling lives of these girls. The points stage has completely ended, and the elimination round has been replaced.

"Well, Bianka, the elimination round is about to start. Are you ready? I heard that your opponent in the first game is a powerful knight." In the restaurant, Maria put down the fork in her hand and asked with a curious expression.

"Don't worry, I'm ready. Don't worry, Maria, I will bring back the victory." Hearing this, Bianka gently sipped the black tea in the cup, then raised the corners of her lips and said confidently.

"Well, I believe you." After hearing Bianka's answer, Maria put aside her worries and answered with a smile in her eyes. As the time spent together gradually increased, and after observing Bianka's training, Maria trusted her and her strength more and more.

"Don't just talk about me. I see that you seem to be very busy recently. Have you finally found your goal?"

Bianka slowly put down the cup in her hand, then looked at Maria with a smile and asked.

After being asked this question suddenly by Bianka, Maria's face froze at first, then her eyes were slightly evasive, and she answered:

"Uh… You can say that. But I really like the work of a craftsman."

"…?" Hearing this, Bianka's blue eyes slowly flashed with a trace of doubt and curiosity. However, knowing her friend's character, she did not continue to ask. Instead, she smiled and changed the subject:

"If you like it, then try your best. Although hard work may not produce results, there will be gains in the end."

"Well, I will."

After listening to Bianka's words, Maria first breathed a sigh of relief in her heart, then responded.

Almost, the Kuranta thought that she was about to be exposed. So when Bianka didn't ask, she breathed a sigh of relief.

Although, in fact, Maria was not sure whether Bianka knew her little secret. But… that was not important. Even if she knew it but didn't ask or raise it, she didn't know it!

"Heh~"

Looking at someone who had emotions written on their face without knowing it, Bianka couldn't help but chuckle.

Dudu knew that Maria had some little secrets behind her back, and she was also curious about them. But out of respect for her friend, she didn't go to investigate.

Now, a certain Kuranta wants to keep it a secret, and Bianka will naturally follow her wishes, not investigating or asking.

"Hmm? Bianka, what are you laughing at?"

Maria, who had just put away her thoughts, heard her friend's laughter, looked up, and asked nervously because she felt guilty.

"Hmm… guess?"

"Hmm? Bianka, you've learned bad things, tell me~"

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In the tavern——

"So, where is Maria?" Kowal looked at Vogelweide beside him and asked with a puzzled expression.

"This is why I said your old and confused, old Kowal. Don't you see what day it is today?" Vogelweide beside him laughed slowly after taking a big sip of wine.

"What... Oh, today it's the little girl's extremely powerful friend, Yaze, then it's okay."

Hearing this, Kowal muttered in a low voice and then retorted unhappily: "Who are you talking about? I can at least forge iron for a few more years. Can you still go to the battlefield?"

"Of course I can! If this country still needs me... I'm just old, not a blunt sword." Facing the retort from his old friend, Vogelweide snorted and said.

"Okay, stop arguing. The game is about to start, but I have to say that Bianka is really strong. I regret not betting on her last time." After handing the wine in his hand to the guests, Marcin said to the two slowly.

"That's right. If I had bet on Maria's friend last time, I might not have to worry about the wine money for a long time." Vogelweide nodded and agreed with Marcin's point of view.

"So, did you, the old drunkard, bet on her this time?" Hearing this, Kowal glanced at the person next to him and asked.

After listening to Kowal's words, Vogelweide raised his eyebrows, took another sip of wine, and then answered slowly:

"Humph, that's for sure. Although the knight's left hand is very strong this time, it is still a lot worse than that young girl in my opinion."

"Indeed, I also bet on her a little this time. I hope that little girl Bianka is awesome." As he said this, Kowal also picked up the wine glass in front of him and took a big sip.

Then, as the live broadcast of the match on TV was about to begin, the battlefield, including the others, slowly focused their attention on it.

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Flame Blade Arena——

"Ladies and gentlemen! Welcome to the Flame Blade Arena, welcome to today's event!"

"This match has attracted the attention of many media. At this moment, eight media from the Rose Newspaper Group are focused on this arena!"

…

Before the match officially started, the sharply recognizable voice of Big Mouth Mob broke through the sky of the arena and reached the ears of everyone watching the match.

"The two sides of this battle, one is a mysterious but recently popular beautiful girl knight that everyone is looking forward to! Miss Bianka!"

"And the other is the 'Left Hand Knight' Tytus Topola from the Bladehelm Knightclub, who is in the limelight and worth a lot of money!"

"Then without further ado! Please invite the knights of both sides to enter the arena!"

"Oh!!"

As the voice of Big Mouth Mob fell temporarily and the audience cheered, two figures slowly walked out of the entrance passages on both sides.

"..."

Bianka, who entered the arena, still didn't look very good at the moment, and her whole face was tense.

Sure enough, no matter how many times she experienced this kind of competition, she still couldn't get used to it at all... let alone greet with a smile.

And this time, compared with the last time, Durandal didn't even want to talk.

The reason is simple... For the sake of the gimmick, the staff of the competition gave her and 'Left Hand' Tytus Topola a microphone.

If there is communication, the voices of both of them will be transmitted through the loudspeaker.

The reason why Bianka didn't want to compete was successfully +1...

"First..."

The two people standing in the arena at this moment stared at their opponents in this game, and at the same time tacitly blocked the noisy explanations and cheers in their ears.

"You are very strong. You are qualified to stand on the same stage with me. Let me witness your strength." Tytus Topola, who was wrapped in black armor, met Bianka's eyes. After seeing the firmness and confidence in her eyes, he said seriously. At the same time, his words were also spread throughout the venue and live broadcast through the loudspeaker.

"Look! Bianka was recognized by a strong veteran knight like Left Hand at the beginning! You know, Left Hand has a very arrogant temper."

"And it seems that adding microphones to the contestants this time is also a very correct choice!"

"..."

Hearing this, Bianka did not speak, but nodded calmly, and then she tightened her spear in her hand out of respect.

Left Hand Knight did not say anything about Bianka's indifference. Because in his opinion, it is normal for a strong person to be arrogant. Then, he tightened his spear in his hand without any hesitation, and then attacked Bianka at a very fast speed. "Hmph..."

Facing Tytus Topola's fierce attack, Bianka's expression did not change at all. She snorted lightly, exerted force under her feet, and the ground cracked. She rushed out like an arrow.

This kind of meaningless and honorless game, Durandal didn't want to stay for a second. Staying for one more second was torture for her; she just wanted to end it quickly.

"Ding——"

"Kacha..."

The two of them collided with each other, and the moment they came into contact, they broke the apparent evenly matched.

"What?! What happened?! It's incredible, just a face-to-face, 'Left Hand' Tytus Topola's spear was knocked away! Not only that, the next kick kicked him out!"

"This is the huge gap in strength! It comes from the gap between Left Hand and Bianka, the rising star!"

"..."

After Bianka used the old routine to control the strength to kick the man out, she stopped her action. Standing there silently, watching the person flying backward.

As for why she didn't use fists this time, but kicked. Durandal can only say that it is definitely not because someone treated Maria like this in the original plot...

However, excluding all the messy reasons, Bianka's perception of Tytus Topola is still not getting better...

After all, in Durandal's opinion, those who can't stick to their original intentions and bully the weak are not worthy of being a knight.

"Ah..."

After a short pause, Tytus Topola stood up again with difficulty despite the severe pain in his body...

"Ah, the Left-Hand knight stood up! It seems that this battle is still not over! I wonder what kind of counterattack he will make?!"

"..."

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"..."

Staring at Tytus Topola getting up in the distance, a hint of surprise flashed through Bianka's blue eyes, but she still didn't say anything. Because for her, this is just another punch. However, even with overwhelming strength, Dudu will not despise anyone, including her enemies and opponents. This is

he rule she abides by, and it is also a habit.

"Ah, it is indeed ridiculously strong. I didn't even see that shot you just made clearly..." Tytus Topola stood up and did not attack again but looked at Bianka with uncertain eyes. "It's such enviable power..."

"..."

After listening to the sigh of the Left Hand Knight, Bianka looked at him deeply, then clenched her lance and changed her movements, intending to give the person in front of her the final blow. The terrifying explosive power made Dudu appear in front of Tytus Topola almost instantly, and the sharp and shining lance tip stabbed straight towards his head.

"I abstain."

"Click——!"

As the sound filled the arena through the loudspeaker, the tip of the spear stopped steadily in front of Tytus Topola's forehead. However, although the weapon stopped, the airwave it brought easily shattered the Left Hand Knight's faceplate.

"Another one! Another game that ended very quickly! Unexpectedly, as a veteran knight, the 'Left Hand' Tytus Topola actually chose to abstain! It’s incredible!"

"This time, the winner of the competition is independent knight Bianka! Cheers!"

"Bianka!!!"

"..."

After hearing the verdict, Bianka took back her weapon without any change in her expression, then turned around and left without any pause.

She was not surprised by the choice made by the Left Hand Knight. It would be better to say that everything was within her expectations. Even if Tytus didn't admit defeat directly just now, she would stop her spear and use a more "soft" method to eliminate him.

But the final result told Dudu that her previous guess was probably accurate. If nothing else, the "left-hand" Tytus Topola should have suppressed himself in this game, and the amount should be not small.

As for why Bianka has such speculation?

That is of course because Tytus Topola is a qualified commercial competitive knight. Although he is a few years younger than the him in the plot now, he is still very different. So when facing Bianka, a newcomer who is powerful but not too famous, it is simply not in line with his character not to make a fortune.

"Before the game, I looked at the video of your last battle. You are really strong. I hope you can keep going like this." The Left Hand Knight looked at the leaving girl in front of him with a complicated expression and said calmly.

At the same time, the last trace of unwillingness in his heart gradually dissipated with the breeze caressing the arena.

This time in the competition, just as Bianka thought, Titus defeated her.

No, to be precise, he made two preparations.

Before entering the arena, Tytus watched the video of his opponent and finally came to the conclusion that he was very strong, perhaps even stronger than himself.

However, the arrogance and unwillingness in his heart made him comfort himself with a sense of luck.

However, Tytus Topola was still sober, so he chose to be prepared at the beginning.

Strictly speaking, in this game, no matter who loses or wins, he will not lose, and it can even be said to be a big profit. In fact, when Bianka showed great strength and knocked down Titus, he should have been lying on the ground and "passed out". But for some unknown reason, he finally stood up and even "played" with Bianka.

"...I'd like to lend you some good words."

After listening to what Zuo Zuo said, Bianka replied calmly, then quickened her pace and walked towards the outside of the arena. The response is just out of politeness,

She doesn't want to waste time here. If she have this spare time, she might as well go find Maria or go to training.

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"Let's go quickly!"

After Bianka broke through the siege and came to the agreed place to see Maria, she grabbed her and ran away without saying a word.

"Eh?"

Being pulled so unexpectedly, Maria followed him without even reacting. After some distance from the arena, Bianka and Maria slowed down. At the same time, Maria asked with a curious expression:

"Huh... Bianka, why are you running so fast?"

"Maria, do you still remember why I went to the suburbs to train recently?" Bianka did not answer Maria's question directly but asked instead.

"Of course, it's because...oh, I know." Hearing this, Maria clapped her hands, and a trace of understanding flashed in her eyes. Then she seemed to remember something again and asked:

"Bianka, why are you so flustered? You weren't hurt or embarrassed, right?"

"It's okay. Apart from being annoying, those people can't hurt me." In response to Maria's concern, Bianka shook her head gently and replied in a gentle tone.

"It's okay. But, Bianka, since you have chosen not to accept their cooperation and sponsorship, you'd better pay more attention." Hearing this, Maria nodded lightly at first, and then warned her again with some worry.

After listening to Maria's instructions, Bianka's blue eyes flashed with warmth, then she showed a smile, stretched out her hand towards the pony in front of her, and invited:

"Okay, it's getting late. I wonder if Miss Maria can have lunch with me today?"

"Pfft, that's my pleasure, Miss Knight."

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In an unknown office——

"Even Tytus Topola couldn't dampen her spirit... It looks like I'm going to go there myself this time." Czarny narrowed his eyes slightly while watching the live broadcast in front of him, and the light in his eyes was just dim, making it unclear what he was thinking. "If it doesn't work this time, we have to find a way to use some special measures."

"I hope you can make this matter easier for me, Bianka..."

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After the first game of the elimination round, Bianka was temporarily free again and returned to her daily training in the suburbs where no one disturbed her. After all, compared to others, she didn't care who her next opponent was. Instead of worrying about such details, she preferred to train hard and improve herself.

You should know that Bianka is not an ordinary person. She is a true genius who has no bottleneck; as long as she works hard, she will progress. Now, Bianka is also immersed in the feeling and satisfaction of improvement through hard work. No one would dislike this feeling.

"Huh—it looks like we have to change places again."

After temporarily finishing training, Bianka took back her weapons and looked at the places around her that were destroyed by her. She muttered with a guilty expression. "It would be great if there was a training room for Schicksal here, so there would be no damage." Compared to the current "hard" training conditions, Bianka missed the training room for Schicksal in her memory. It was more convenient and didn’t cause damage.

However, if there was no other way, she wouldn't be picky. After all, training couldn't be interrupted. Finally, Bianka no longer hesitated, quickly packed up her things, and moved to another location.

The reason why she moved from time to time was not only because of the damage caused to a place but also because of the noise and the fear of being found. She had some idea of how exaggerated her training seemed to the people here. If she was noticed, it would be another trouble for her.

...

After quickly moving to another location, Bianka immersed herself in her training again. However, because she had an appointment this afternoon and wanted to finish the training early, the speed and intensity of this session were much higher than before. As for who she had an appointment with—it was, of course, Maria.

You know, in addition to training, Bianka returned to the city to spend time with Maria and get together these days.

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On the bustling city streets——

"…"

After arriving at the place where she had agreed to meet Maria, Bianka looked at the time and found that it was still early, so she sat down on a bench by the roadside to relax and wait quietly. However, before she had sat there for long, an uninvited guest appeared beside her.

"?"

After noticing the presence of the visitor, Bianka narrowed her eyes slightly, and a trace of inquiry flashed across her face. Others might not recognize the person who came to her this time, but she remembered him very clearly: Czarny.

Czarny is one of Kazimierz’s spokespersons. To put it simply, he is the big "fly" or villain that appears in the plot.

"This is our first official meeting, Miss Bianka, but don't be nervous. I'm just an ordinary employee, and I'm here to tell you about the arrangements of the Major."

After meeting Bianka's gaze, Czarny, who had black hair and was dressed in black, spoke without any nervousness about his purpose of coming.

"Oh."

After hearing this, Bianka responded softly, and then quickly retracted her gaze, not wanting to give the person in front of her even a glance. If Bianka didn't feel anything for the previous Left-Hand Knight Titus Baiyang, then Czarny in front of her made her feel disgusted.

Although before transmigration, she had read the plot and knew that the guy in front of her was a very complicated person, what did this have to do with her?

She only needed to know that the person in front of her wanted to kill Maria in the plot, did a lot of bad things, and was not a good person. The rest... Bianka didn't want to know and didn't care.

"Miss Bianka, your next match has been arranged." Facing Bianka's indifference, Czarny's expression remained unchanged, and he just continued to explain the purpose of his visit.

"I am not interested in who my opponent will be in the next match." Hearing this, Bianka slowly stood up and replied indifferently. "Besides that, if you have anything else to say, it's not necessary... I am not interested in cooperating with you capitalists."

After her voice fell, Bianka slowly raised her eyes and looked at Czarny with a cold gaze, full of oppression.

"Uh..."

Czarny was stunned when he met Bianka's eyes at that moment, and a chill ran straight into his heart, all the words he was going to say stuck in his throat.

"Okay, don't bother me with this kind of thing anymore. If you have any means, just use them."

Bianka, who retracted her gaze again, did not continue to stand there. She walked forward, because she had just seen a familiar figure in the distance.

"I'm here, Bianka. Sorry to have kept you waiting." After arriving in front of Bianka, Maria touched her head a little embarrassedly.

"I didn't wait long. Now is the right time." Hearing this, Bianka put away the coldness on her face and responded softly.

Maria nodded after hearing Bianka's answer, and then after noticing the sight not far away, she looked at her friend curiously and asked, "Hmm... Is the person behind you an acquaintance of yours?"

"No, just a stranger. I'll tell you the details when we leave here and go to a quiet place." Facing Maria's inquiry, Bianka just shook her head gently and did not give a direct explanation.

"Okay then. Today I plan to take you, Bianka, to meet a few people. They are all very good elders." Hearing this, Maria was no longer curious about the stranger, but changed the subject.

"Okay, let's go." Bianka smiled brightly at her friend.

Then, before leaving completely, Bianka turned back quietly and warned Czarny with her eyes when Maria wasn't looking.

Bianka naturally noticed Czarny's "burning" eyes. She didn't mention other things directed at her.

She just hoped that... Czarny wouldn't set his sights on Maria. Otherwise, this issue might not be so easy to settle...

Chapter 142

"Okay, we're here. This is our destination this time." Maria took Bianka for a walk, turned left and right, and came to a tavern, then stopped and introduced it with a smile.

"Yeah." Bianka nodded gently. Although she had never been to the tavern in person, she was very clear about the situation in the tavern. After all, it had the dual blessing of the plot and Sakura's intelligence.

"Bianka's reaction was so cold. Aren't you curious why I brought you to the tavern to meet people? I remember you don't seem to be an adult yet." Looking at Bianka with a calm face, Maria puffed her cheeks lightly and said coquettishly.

"Curious, but I believe Maria will not lie to me or hurt me." After listening to Maria's words, Bianka smiled lightly, then patted her shoulder and replied.

Let's not talk about whether there is anything in this city that can threaten her, and she is not the kind of person who is unwilling to give trust to friends. Since Durandal has chosen to be friends with Maria, she will choose to trust her regardless of whether she knows the plot or not.

"Um... cough, stop standing at the door, let's go in."

After hearing Bianka's words of trust, Maria's face turned red again. After coughing twice, she quickly turned around and led the way stiffly.

"..."

Looking at Maria's stiff figure in front of her, a trace of doubt flashed quickly in Bianka's blue eyes.

Obviously, she couldn't quite understand her friend's current state at this moment... Why was she suddenly shy again? What did she just say?

However, no matter how confused Durandal was, no one could answer her at this moment.

After staying there for a few seconds, Bianka quickly gave up thinking about this problem and took a step to chase the Kuranta quickly.

……

In the tavern——

"Hey, a rare guest recently."

Marcin standing in front of the bar couldn't help but sigh when he saw Maria who pushed the door and entered the tavern first.

You know, it has been many days since he last saw this little girl in the tavern.

"Uncle Marcin, long time no see!"

After hearing the sigh of Marcin, Maria smiled guiltily at first, and then stretched out her hand to say hello.

"Huh? Maria, you little girl only say hello to old Marcin?" After noticing the interaction between the two, Vogelweide sitting at the wine table not far away was not happy.

"Hey, no, no, it's not too late. Hello, Uncle Vog and Master Koval!" After hearing the words of Vogelweide, Maria quickly turned her head to look, and then smiled and greeted them. "Oh, by the way... I brought a friend here today."

"Squeak--"

As Maria finished speaking, the door of the tavern was pushed open, and Bianka, who had just fallen behind, also came into the tavern.

After seeing the person clearly, Bald Marcin was stunned for a moment, then raised his eyebrows and said with a smile:

"Welcome, welcome. This guest has become quite famous recently. Would you like to drink something? Since you are Maria's friend, I can give you a discount."

"Huh? You are treating old Marcin differently. I have been drinking here for such a long time, and you have never given me a discount."

Before Bianka could say anything, Vogelweide snorted and said unconvincedly.

"Can it be the same?"

After listening to Vogelweide's words, Bald Marcin responded indifferently.

"Okay, okay, Uncle Marcin and Uncle Fu, stop arguing. Bianka can't drink yet, I just brought her here for you to get to know her."

Looking at the two people bickering, Maria's golden eyes flashed with helplessness. To be honest, she was used to their daily bickering.

Although the three guys in front of them usually didn't give in to each other, their relationship was actually very good and deep.

"You can't drink yet?"

This time, the key point was grasped by the old blacksmith Koval who sat aside and didn't join the bickering.

After noticing the surprise on her master's face, Maria's golden eyes flashed with a smile, and then she explained slowly:

"Master Koval, are you shocked? I was the same when I first met Bianka. I thought she was the same age as her sister, but who knew she was only 16 years old this year."

As soon as Maria said this, the three old men in the huge tavern fell into silence.

"Okay, Bianka, don't stand there. Let me introduce you." Maria didn't look at the people who were shocked by her words. Instead, she turned around and took Bianka's hand.

After pulling her forward a few steps, she introduced: "This is Master Koval. You have met him before, Bianka. And this Uncle Marcin is the owner of this tavern. Although I haven't drunk it, I heard from others that the drinks he mixes are delicious."

"And the last one is Uncle Vogelweide . He used to be a very powerful knight."

"Nice to meet you. I am Maria's friend. You can call me Bianka." Hearing this, Bianka nodded gently, then looked at the three people introduced by Maria in front of her and said politely. "Hello, Maria has been bothering you recently."

"Yes, yes, hello, young people nowadays are getting more and more powerful."

...

After a brief exchange of acquaintances, Maria took Bianka to order two non-alcoholic drinks, and then sat down.

After sitting down, the Kuranta quickly leaned over to the goose's ear and whispered in it.

"If you need anything in the future, you can come to them for help. Although they seem to have a bad temper, they are actually very good people."

"Yeah."

After hearing Maria's whispered words, Bianka's blue eyes flashed with a trace of helplessness, and then nodded gently.

Maria's meaning was naturally clear to the goose. Although she might not use these "connections" at all, she still appreciated the kindness.

No, it may not be completely useless... Bianka's eyes flashed slightly when she suddenly remembered something.

She planned to ask the old blacksmith Kowal later if he would still accept the work of forging armor. She was so obsessed with training these days that she almost forgot about it.

Although Margaret's armor was still suitable, now that she had time and money, there was no need to "occupy" her sister's armor all the time.

Chapter 143

In the office——

"I really don't know whether you are confident or ignorant. You didn't even listen to what the next game is about." After returning to his office, Czarny looked at the scenery outside the window and said softly with dark eyes.

"It's really troublesome. This field doesn't need a second Radiant Knight. I don't know if you can hold on next. And, the girl from the Nearl family..."

After being strongly rejected by Bianka, Czarny had made up his mind to get rid of this thorn.

In his opinion, this kind of "Radiant Knight" who can't change the entire system and structure, nor bring huge profits, and only knows how to be reckless doesn't need to appear again.

In the next game, if Bianka can be subdued, it would be the best in Czarny's opinion. If not... he can only take some special measures.

...

In the tavern——

"So, who was the man who stared at us at the meeting place before?"

After chatting with Bianka for a while, Maria seemed to remember something, put down the cup in her hand, and asked curiously.

"Well, it's the spokesperson, Czarny."

Bianka didn't hide anything and told her what she knew.

Although Czarny had never told Durandal his name, she didn't think it was a big deal. What's more, she told Maria, a friend she trusted.

"!"

However, before Maria could react to the name, the other three people in the bar looked at Bianka.

"Don't be surprised. I have always been tough and uncompromising. It's normal for him to come to me." Bianka explained with a helpless smile after seeing Vogelweide' eyes.

"Yes, I just remembered that little girl Bianka, you didn't seem to accept any sponsorship or cooperation from any company." After listening to Bianka's explanation, the old knight frowned, then put down his glass and said. Bianka's strength in the arena was so strong that Vogelweide had neglected this aspect.

The other two people still remembered this incident, so they were not very surprised by Bianka's explanation.

"Wait, why did the atmosphere suddenly become so serious? What is a spokesperson?" Maria, who had no idea who the spokesperson was, looked at the suddenly changed atmosphere and asked in confusion.

Hearing this, the other people at the scene looked at each other, and then it was Bald Martin who started to explain to Maria.

Then, after Bald Martin's explanation, Maria roughly understood what a spokesperson was, turned her head, looked at her friend beside her, and asked uncertainly:

"So, that man came to Bianka to cooperate with you?"

"Almost, you can understand it this way. However, I rejected all of them." Hearing this, Bianka nodded lightly, and then answered seriously.

"Eh..."

After hearing Bianka's answer, Maria's eyes flashed with surprise and a hint of worry.

During this period, because of her friend, she learned about knight competition through various channels, and even knew a lot of inside information. She is not a simple novice now.

Not only Maria, but the other three old guys also had complicated expressions after hearing Bianka's answer. Because it reminded them of the dazzling child back then...

"No need to be surprised, no need to worry, I know what I will face next. Are you still worried about my strength?"

After noticing Maria's emotions, Bianka smiled, hesitated for a moment, reached out, and touched the head of the person in front of her to comfort her.

"...Yeah."

After Maria met Bianka's confident and determined eyes, the worry in her heart quickly faded, and then she nodded fiercely.

"..."

The three people sitting not far away looked at each other strangely after seeing the scene in front of them, but in the end, no one said anything, just continued to listen quietly with their ears pricked up.

"Speaking of which, I actually have a question that I don't know whether I should ask." Looking at Bianka in front of her, Maria once again remembered the question that she had been confused about and had not figured out.

Hearing this, Bianka showed a gentle smile to the person in front of her, and then said helplessly:

"We are friends, there is no need to be so cautious. Ask, if you can, I will tell you the truth, knights don't lie."

"Do we need to talk alone?" Maria said, slowly sweeping her eyes over the three people who were eavesdropping openly.

"It doesn't matter, since it's someone you trust, Maria, just say it directly."

To be honest, at this moment, the silly goose was already being made to laugh and cry by her friend.

"Well, actually I've been wondering why you want to win this game, Bianka? Although you told me before, it was too general... I didn't quite understand."

After Maria asked the question, she looked at her dazzling friend in front of her with a confused look, wanting to get an answer from her.

This question has puzzled the pony for a while, but because it's more private, she hasn't been able to ask it and has been holding it in her heart.

"So this is the question you want to ask, I thought it was something else. Blame me for not telling you clearly before." Hearing this, Bianka's blue eyes sparkled, and the helplessness in her was about to overflow.

"Well... I did only talk about the big goal at that time. If it's just the purpose of the competition, to put it simply... I want to fight for the right of the infected to participate in the competition."

"Eh!"

Looking at Maria in front of her who was surprised by what she said, Bianka shook her head helplessly and continued:

"You shouldn't be so surprised, what I said before was not a joke. As for why I want to do this..."

"From the bottom of my heart, I hate this kind of competition without any fairness and honor. It's simply a casino for capital. But at the same time, I also know that many people rely on or want to rely on this competition that I disdain and hate to survive."

"However, among this part of people, the infected do not even have the most basic qualifications to participate... Even if the competition is unfair, I want to give them tickets. And, I will do my best to make the competition fair."

Chapter 144

As Bianka's voice fell, the whole tavern became silent. Everyone present looked at her with different expressions, wondering what they were thinking.

"Little girl, although your wish is good, it's still a little naive. If you don't cooperate like this, how can those people fulfill your wish?" After a long silence, Vogelweide took a big sip of wine and spoke seriously.

"Although it is true that under normal circumstances, it will be like what you said, Mr. Vogelweide, I have my own way to solve this problem."

After listening to Vogelweide's words, Bianka just chuckled and did not explain too much. At this moment, her beautiful blue eyes were still full of confidence and determination, and she had not been shaken by the words of others.

If Maria asked this question, Dai E would definitely explain it seriously. But now... she doesn't want to waste her breath.

It's still the same sentence. If you say something beyond the cognition of these people, they will not believe it, so there is no need to explain it. That will make others think you are arrogant.

Obviously, Vogelweide was not very satisfied with Bianka's answer. After a complex flash in his eyes, he put down the wine glass in his hand and snorted coldly:

"Hmph... It's good to have ideas, but don't think too naively and beautifully. I hope you can do it in the end, little girl."

Although the other two did not make any comments or suggestions on Bianka's remarks, their attitudes were vaguely similar to those of Vogelweide.

In their opinion, although the young man in front of them was very strong and honest and kind, he was still too immature and easy to suffer.

However, both the old craftsmen and Vogelweide could understand this, especially after they learned about Bianka's age.

"Good words from you, Mr. Vogelweide."

"Um..."

'Sorry.'

After listening to the conversation between the two and noticing the strange atmosphere between them, Maria frowned slightly, and then looked at Bianka with a hint of apology in her eyes.

At the same time, she silently apologized to her friend with her mouth.

'It's okay.'

After seeing Maria's mouth shape, a smile flashed in Bianka's blue eyes, and then she shook her head seriously and responded in the same way.

Although she saw Bianka's response, Maria's expression was still not very good at the moment, and she looked completely devoid of the energy and happiness from before.

After all, in her opinion, if she hadn't asked that question just now, her friend wouldn't be "questioned" by her elders, and the atmosphere wouldn't have become so weird.

"Puff..."

Looking at Maria's expression, Bianka couldn't help but chuckle again, and after reaching out and rubbing her head, she reached out to her and said:

"The drinks are finished. I wonder if Miss Maria would be willing to have afternoon tea with me?"

"Well, eh?"

Looking at the hand in front of her, Maria was slightly stunned. Obviously, she had not recovered from Bianka's head-patting and invitation.

"Well... OK." After a while, Maria finally came back to her senses and held Bianka's hand in front of her.

At the same time, she did not forget to say to the other people present: "Then Master Koval, Uncle Old Fu, Uncle Martin, Bianka and I will leave first, and we will get together later."

"Go ahead, young people really should have more fun."

After listening to Maria's words, the three nodded and said one after another.

After greeting the three elders present, Maria and Bianka left the tavern.

"Hold..."

After coming back outside, Maria opened her mouth with an apologetic look and was about to apologize again.

However, before she could finish her words, a slender white finger pressed against her lips and stopped her.

"Shh, stop thinking about it. Let's go, I'll take you to eat something delicious."

"But..."

Faced with Bianka's actions, Maria was stunned for a moment, and then she subconsciously wanted to say something.

"No buts, Maria. You took me out to play before. This time I'll take you."

Bianka interrupted Maria and smiled softly at her, then gently and forcefully took her hand and led her forward.

"Hey..."

Maria, who was led by the hand, was still a little unresponsive at this moment. However, even if she reacted, she did not resist Bianka's slightly strong move at all.

In this way, Maria was led by Bianka to a beautifully decorated coffee shop in a confused state.

"Give me the menu. Just order whatever you want."

Bianka couldn't help laughing when she saw Maria, who was still a little dazed even after she sat down.

"Well... okay then."

Maria, who wanted to say something more, gave in after looking into Bianka's eyes, which were full of smiles at the moment.

She took the menu helplessly and started to order.

After that, until all the desserts were served, Bianka spoke again: "What happened in the tavern before was just a minor episode in my opinion. Don't take it to heart."

"I also know very well what your elders mean, Maria. They are worried that I will be too stubborn."

"I know this, but why don't you explain it, Bianka? You are obviously not like that..."

Hearing this, Maria nodded gently at first, and then said with some doubt.

"As for why I don't explain, I just think it's unnecessary. If some things are not revealed, even you, Maria, will doubt them, let alone them."

"Do you remember the scene when we first met?"

Faced with Maria's question, Bianka patiently answered.

Hearing this, Maria remembered her "fuss" when she and Bianka first met, and blushed a little embarrassedly and whispered: "Okay, stop talking! I won't dwell on such trivial matters anymore."

"Hehe~ Then let's change the topic. Don't you want to try it? I think the desserts in this store taste good."

"Hmm... Hmm."

Chapter 145

A few days after the last afternoon tea with Maria, at this moment, in the tavern of Marcin—

On a sunny afternoon, since the night had not yet fallen, the whole tavern looked a little empty, with only a few acquaintances sitting here.

At this moment, Bianka was discussing the custom-made armor with the old craftsman Kowal, who was sitting and drinking.

In fact, if the competition's time span was relatively short, Dudu might give up making such a seemingly useless but personal armor.

However, the competition system of the Major required Bianka to wait a long time before winning the championship, so it didn't matter if she had time to make a set of armor.

After all, as mentioned before, the armor she was wearing now, no matter how well it fit her, was not her own.

"Bang——"

However, just as the people in the tavern were chatting and drinking, the wooden door of the tavern was suddenly opened with great force, making a loud noise.

"..."

In an instant, all five people looked towards the door, and the tavern temporarily fell into silence.

"Hey, Aun... Sister Zofia, why are you here?"

After seeing the person clearly, Maria was slightly stunned, and then asked in surprise.

The person who spoke after Maria was the owner of the tavern, Marcin. He looked at his shaky tavern door and said with a flash of heartache in his eyes:

"Zofia, my door... be gentle, remember to compensate later."

"Uh, don't worry, I will compensate you." After listening to Marcin's words, Zofia turned around and looked at the door behind her, coughed lightly, and said with a flash of guilt in her eyes.

"So, what made you so anxious, Zofia? The last time I saw you so reckless was a long time ago." At this moment, the old craftsman Kowal, who was sitting on the side, asked his question with a curious expression.

"Not very urgent, right? Mainly because I got some news, and this time I came to find Bianka." Facing Kowal's question, Zofia did not intend to hide it and said it directly.

"Sister Zofia, are you looking for Bianka? Is there any news about the game?" After hearing that it was about her friend, Maria's golden eyes flashed with curiosity, and then she asked.

Hearing this, Zofia nodded to her child first, then saw Bianka on the side and said:

"The format and opponent of your next game have been announced. It is a team battle, and the opponent is the Snowyheel Knights."

"..."

After hearing Zofia's words, Bianka's expression did not change at all, without the slightest surprise. If you have to say, there was a little weirdness in her eyes.

As for the reason for the weird eyes, it was of course because of this extremely familiar arrangement.

Dudu had long known that there must be something fishy about her next game, but she just didn't know what specific move had been played. Who knew that now it looked very familiar.

And she almost guessed who these high-level people were going to send to deal with her.

But to be honest, Bianka felt that she was being underestimated a little bit.

Although she had concealed her weakness in terms of strength, she thought that her previous strength was not too weak. Why did they make these people her opponents without any changes?

"You don't seem surprised?"

Zofia raised her eyebrows slightly after noticing Bianka's calm expression and then asked curiously.

"Well, what you said is expected. So, how many people are there in this small battle?" Bianka nodded to Zofia, who was curious.

"A five-on-five team battle is not good for you..." When she said the second half of the sentence, Zofia's tone suddenly became inexplicably and strangely uncertain...

"So, Zofia, are you here to find me because you are worried about this?"

"Well, I was originally worried that you didn't have enough and suitable teammates, so I came."

As a person with a relatively straightforward personality, Zofia had no intention of hiding her purpose.

"So that's how it is, but I appreciate your kindness. I won't bother Zofia with this matter. I can handle it by myself." Bianka smiled gently and confidently at Zofia, and then replied.

After hearing Bianka's answer, Zofia couldn't help but twitch her lips and then said in a tactful tone:

"... Are you going to play alone? Although you are really strong, it's safer to have teammates."

To be honest, after experiencing and seeing it many times, Zofia was not surprised by Bianka's choice this time, and it can even be said that there was no ripple in her heart.

"Yes, I also think that Sister Zofia is right. Although Bianka, you are very strong, it is a team battle after all, and it is safer to have teammates."

After listening to her aunt's words, Maria nodded in agreement.

Although the other old people in the tavern did not speak, their attitudes were almost the same as Zofia and the others.

This time, Bianka didn't answer in a hurry, but just tilted her head slightly and looked at Zofia and the others with a strange look.

"What's wrong?"

After noticing the strangeness in her friend's eyes, Maria's beautiful golden eyes quickly showed a hint of doubt.

"This game was originally aimed at me..."

After organizing her words, Bianka slowly asked a soul-searching question: "Why do you think the Chamber of Commerce will let me have teammates?"

Bianka's short words directly made the other people present fall into a strange silence.

Then, without waiting for them to speak, Bianka spoke again: "According to my understanding of those people, if I go to find my teammates in the next game, then my 'teammates' will definitely get into trouble."

At this point, Dudu paused for a moment, and then smiled confidently before continuing:

"So, instead of looking for teammates and causing trouble for others, it is better to just fulfill their wishes. Since they are so confident, why not give them this opportunity and let them try?"

After Bianka said this, coupled with her confident and dazzling smile, the tavern became even quieter.

After a while—

"Hahaha, young people are just full of energy. Since you have determination and unshakable faith, then do it."

"Yes, young people nowadays are getting better and better, not like when we were young."

"Alas... just be happy."

Chapter 146

"Alas... As long as you are happy."

It must be admitted that Bianka's words did convince everyone present. After all, they more or less understood the style of the Chamber of Commerce.

"Well, so don't think too much, Zofia. I may not be good at other things, but leave the fighting to me," Bianka said, smiling softly at Zofia.

Hearing this, Zofia raised her eyebrows slightly, took a few steps forward to Bianka's side, and then said "unhappily": "Huh, at your age, you should call me sister when you are with Maria."

Although the two began to call each other by their names when their relationship became close, Zofia didn't think there was anything wrong at that time because Bianka was more stable.

But now, for some reason, Zofia felt unhappy after her kindness was rejected and couldn't help "picking thorns."

"...Heh~ Yes, yes, Sister Zofia, thank you for worrying about me this time," Bianka was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said. While speaking, she stood up, helped the girl to the stool beside her, and asked her to sit down.

"Puchi, that's more like it... Then I will accept you as my sister~" Looking at Bianka's "serious" look, Zofia finally couldn't help laughing, and then teased her jokingly. After hearing Zofia's joke, Bianka shook her head helplessly and then replied with a smile, "Then I'll have to ask Sister Zofia to bear with me in the future."

After that, after joking with Zofia, Bianka seemed to remember something, turned her head to look at Maria, and then asked:

"Since Zofia is here, can you ask Maria to go to the store last time to buy some desserts?"

"Hmm?" Hearing this, Maria, who was a little distracted, was stunned at first, and then she reacted and replied, "Of course, Bianka. Sister Zofia, what do you want to eat? Master Kowal, what about you?"

Although Maria didn't quite understand how the topic of the two suddenly turned to herself, it didn't prevent her from agreeing to Bianka's request, and even agreed to Bianka's request with a little excitement in her heart.

You know, this is the first time Maria has heard a request from her friend since she met Bianka. It was so rare... She even felt that it was a once-in-a-century opportunity.

"We old guys don't need it. We are already past the age of eating snacks. You guys can eat." Hearing this, Kowal looked up at the expressions of his two old friends and answered for them.

"For me, let's just eat the same ones as last time..."

...

After listening to the tastes that Bianka and her aunt talked about, Maria left the tavern with a smile on her face.

"..."

Seeing someone's back leaving, Bianka and Zofia shook their heads helplessly.

Because they found that their friends and children were really easy to fool. It can be said that their minds were very simple...

"It seems that I still have to teach Maria about this later. Well, Bianka, you are so "stiff" to send people away. Is there something wrong?"

After sighing, Zofia moved her eyes to the person next to her. At the same time, after hearing what Zofia said, several old guys present also looked over curiously.

"There is no other way. After all, I don't lie, so I can only use this method." Hearing this, Bianka shrugged lightly and said helplessly.

"As for sending people away, I want to tell you, Zofia, the truth so that you can feel at ease."

That's right, after careful consideration, Durandal planned to tell Zofia and the others about Ying's existence.

As for why she didn't tell Maria, it was because there was no need... Telling it would make people worry and afraid. And she didn't know what to say to this friend.

"Hmm?"

Looking at the puzzled Zofia in front of her, Bianka no longer kept her in suspense and slowly explained:

"You also know that the Chamber of Commerce is targeting me now, but if they can't get rid of me through the competition, they will definitely do it in secret."

"If it is a direct assassination, I am not afraid. But I am afraid that they will attack Maria and you."

Speaking of this, Durandal looked at the serious expressions of everyone in the tavern, and then continued:

"So, I asked a friend who happened to pass by here to protect you in secret. Don't worry, she is very strong."

"I see, this is why you sent Maria away." Zofia did not comment on Bianka's actions because her focus at the moment was not on this point.

"Well, Maria is different from you. She is not mature enough. If you tell her some things, she will worry. And I haven't thought about how to say it..." Hearing this, Bianka nodded gently and then said her thoughts without hiding anything.

"Well, don't think too much. Now that I know, I will pay attention to this aspect recently. You should continue to let go and win the championship."

After listening to Bianka's words, Zofia snorted, patted her shoulder, and said seriously with a smile.

Suddenly, Vogelweide who had been drinking on the side also spoke:

"Don't worry, little girl Bianka, since you have reminded her. Even if your friend is not there, we will protect Maria's safety."

"Well, this time Old Weide is right."

"Well? What do you mean this time! I have always been right."

"Okay, okay, you two don't quarrel in front of the little girl." Looking at the two people who were arguing again, Bald Marcin shook his head helplessly. Then he looked up at Bianka and said, "Just like what Vogelweide said, now that we know, we will definitely pay attention to this aspect. You just go ahead and do it."

"Well, thank you."

Looking at everyone in front of her, Bianka's beautiful blue eyes were filled with a gentle smile.

Except for some minor episodes caused by cognitive concepts sometimes, Durandal likes everyone here and the atmosphere of getting along here.

...

"I'm back! I bought desserts. Let's eat together."

Maria, who came back with desserts and was in a good mood, didn't realize what she had just missed...

Chapter 147

Flame Blade Arena——

Welcome! Welcome to the Flame Blade Arena today!

[The break time is always short——What? Or is it too long? Please, we have to symbolically clean up the battlefield, right?]

[How many people came for Bianka! How many people want to see similar to the Radiant Knight's style?]

The voice of Big Mouth Mob is still the same as usual, resounding through the entire arena through the loudspeaker and reaching everyone's ears.

[I believe everyone has heard about this game before the game! That's right, this time Bianka, as an independent knight, will face the five knights of the Snow Heel Knights alone! ! !]

[Cheer for her courage! How much is this courage worth in your hearts? Let me see it for sure! !]

[Please welcome Bianka, the strongest newcomer of this season! !]

"Oh, Bianka! Bianka!!!"

As Big Mouth Mob's declaration fell, huge cheers broke out in the arena.

Because the previous few games were so overwhelming, there are many fans who like and admire Bianka at this moment, and many are even willing to spend money to support her.

[On the other side are the five knights of the Snowyheel Knights, they are…]

As the voice of Big Mouth Mob fell, a thin but dirty black fog slowly appeared in the arena and spread around.

The fans in the audience who smelled the disgusting odor gradually quieted down, watching the two parties entering the arena in silence and shock.

“Huh?”

Not only did Bianka walk into the arena quickly, but after smelling the odor, she subconsciously held her breath and looked at her five opponents with an indescribable expression.

Then she found that it was not only herself... The three "normal people" among the opponents this time also looked at the two Sarkaz knights, who looked so out of place in the arena, with disgust and even revulsion.

[Then, the game begins!!!]

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In the bar——

"Well, Sister Zofia, why don't you let me buy a ticket to watch the game?" Maria, who was sitting in the bar watching the game on TV, asked her aunt with a helpless expression and a hint of worry.

"I'm afraid that you, a little girl, will do something impulsive, so you should stay here with us today."

Although Zofia was answering Maria's question at this moment, her eyes never left the TV.

To be honest, when she saw Bianka's enemy just now, Zofia's pupils shrank slightly, and she almost sweated.

What happened at this moment directly confirmed all the words and guesses that Bianka had said to her before.

Because the combination of the opponents this time was obviously rushing to kill Bianka...

Zofia felt nervous and worried about Bianka, but also felt a little fortunate. Fortunately, she listened to Bianka and didn't let her child go...

In this case, she didn't believe that those guys with no bottom line would have no backup plan.

"Okay, Maria, Zofia is also worried about you. The game is about to start, just focus on watching the game and give your friend some trust. Don't you always trust her?" At this time, the bald Marcin sitting next to her also spoke.

"... Well, okay."

After listening to the bald Marcin's comfort, Maria recalled Bianka's confident smile in her mind, and her somewhat flustered heart gradually calmed down a little, and then she sat down next to her aunt.

Watching this game seriously...

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"Swish——"

As the voice of Big Mouth Mob announced the start, a sharp arrow with a little black mist quickly attacked Bianka.

"..."

Bianka had no intention of dodging, but waved her spear and easily split the arrow with the Originium Arts.

At the same time, the five enemies on the field, who were originally divided into two groups, were completely divided into two groups. Corruption and Withered were the main attackers, and the other three were support and harassment, making it easier for them to eliminate the target.

"If you only have this, then get out of here." Looking at the five people who were quickly divided into camps, Bianka's blue eyes flashed with a trace of impatience, and then she said in a cold voice.

Her cold and pointed words also echoed through the microphone beside her ear, resounding throughout the arena and into the ears of everyone.

"...Oh! Bianka!!!"

[Is this the pride of the independent knight Bianka?! When facing five enemies alone, she can still be so calm. Can she end this game as she said?! Everyone wait and see!]

"Tsk... a wild proclamation."

"It doesn't matter, you're trapped... you can't escape."

After listening to Bianka's words, the five enemies on the opposite side were somewhat disdainful.

Although the strength shown by Dudu before was not ordinary, this time they also had two monsters... they were truly disgusting monsters.

"Ah..."

Bianka didn't have the habit of listening to others' harsh words. After a light sigh, she exerted force on her feet and officially started this "battle."

This time, Dudu was a little more serious than the previous few games. After all, it is a very troublesome thing to want to solve the enemy quickly and cleanly without killing the enemy.

"Boom--"

The earth cracked, and cracks spread across the arena. This time, the traces were more exaggerated than any previous time. And with this force, Bianka also bounced out and attacked the enemy without any fear.

Although approaching the two Sarkaz Knights, Withered and Corruption, would suppress the healing of the Originium Arts, what does that have to do with Dudu?

Besides protecting the ordinary armor and lance on her body, she has not even used the Honkai Energy, but simply and roughly used the skills and pure strength.

"Be careful--"

"She is coming." Facing Bianka who was rushing over, the five hostile people launched their own attacks, trying to stop her from getting close.

However, before these attacks could get close to Bianka, they were shattered and dissipated by her terrifying power. There was no obstruction to her at all.

"Finished!"

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Chapter 36: The End of the Game

"Get out!"

Bianka, with her terrifying explosive power, reached the Withered Knight in almost an instant and shot her gun again at a very fast speed, aiming directly at the target.

"What——"

Seeing Bianka suddenly appear in front of him, the Withered Knight, who had been holding the bow and arrow tightly, loosened his hand and shot an arrow at her head at a very close distance.

"Hmph——"

Bianka did not blink an eye at this, nor did she dodge at all. After a cold snort, she shot the Withered Knight away with her gun, caught the arrow with her hand, and then crushed it.

The air wave caused by the explosion of the arrow made Bianka's golden hair blow up quickly, shining in the sunlight like golden silk.

[Too strong! Too strong!! Bianka is still playing steadily! Just like the previous games, one shot at a time, what kind of terrifying strength is this?!]

After dealing with one more, Bianka did not stay for too long, turning around and continuing to rush towards the other opponents. Just like she said at the beginning, since it is only at this level, then she'll end it.

Her next target was also very clear, the other Sarkaz Knight, "Corruption," who is a twin of the Withering Knight. Although she did not ignore the other three, these two enslaved Sarkaz Knights were her priority targets.

"I want to... kill you."

After Withering was defeated by Bianka, the already irrational Corruption Knight became even more violent, and the black mist with a foul smell quickly spread from him, finally condensing on the warhammer in his hand.

Then, he rushed towards Bianka without any hesitation, intending to fight this "prey."

At the same time, the other three knights on the field also attacked again at this moment, and all the different Originium Artss targeted Bianka.

"Swish——"

Bianka fulfilled the Corruption Knight's wish without any dodging, and the attacks that came towards her were easily blocked by the energy overflowing from her body at this moment.

Then, in a flash, the spear and the warhammer collided quickly, creating some sparks.

Under the shocked eyes of the audience, the Corruption Knight's body flew backward quickly as if it had been severely injured, hitting the wall around the arena fiercely.

[It's like this again!!! What kind of terrifying power is contained in the body of Bianka, the beautiful girl knight?! Cheers, applause!!!]

"Bianka!!!"

[Since everyone loves Bianka Knight so much, support her strongly!!!]

"..."

Ignoring the noise in the arena, Bianka looked at the Corruption Knight who was knocked out by her, stopped her movements briefly, and a trace of pity flashed in her blue eyes. Bianka knew something about Corruption and Withered, two Sarkaz knights enslaved by the Chamber of Commerce. That's why she showed her emotions at the moment.

Unfortunately, Bianka didn't have the ability to help them now. She didn't even get the Black Abyss White Flower... She had a headache when she thought of this.

'Ah...'

After sighing helplessly in her heart, Bianka quickly retracted her gaze and then swept her eyes to the remaining three enemies standing in the field.

"!"

At this moment, the remaining three knights, after noticing Bianka's gaze, instantly perked up and became nervous.

"Let's end it."

As Bianka's indifferent voice fell, she jumped high, then threw the lance wrapped in energy in her hand fiercely, and it stuck steadily on the ground near the three knights.

The next moment, the ground cracked, and the air wave, carrying the dissipated terrifying power, instantly knocked the three knights to the ground and made them faint.

"Crush! This is another crush for Independent Knight Bianka!!! It's so exciting. She managed to easily turn the tables in a 1-on-5 situation!!!"

...

"After the referee's decision, the winner of this game is Independent Knight Bianka!!!"

"Bianka!!!"

"..."

After hearing the verdict, Bianka left the field quickly without stopping, just like usual.

She had no interest in listening to the host's boasting and the fans' cheers... She just felt it was noisy.

In Bianka's opinion, it would be better to go back to Maria and the others instead of staying here.

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In the tavern——

"Great, Bianka won again. She's really awesome," Maria, who was sitting on a stool in the tavern watching the game, said with excitement on her face after hearing the final verdict.

Although the Kuranta knew that her friend was very strong, she couldn't help but be amazed every time she saw her fighting.

"Indeed, she looks like she is in full control. I underestimated her," Zofia, who was sitting on the side, nodded slightly and said with her eyes down.

Before knowing the opponent in this game, Zofia still believed in Bianka, but after seeing the enemy, she began to get nervous secretly.

And this nervousness gradually disappeared after Bianka won.

"Bianka is really good, but she is straightforward in doing things. She's still impulsive like a young person." Vogelweide said with some sighs after taking a big sip of wine with the appetizers.

"Isn't it? If you don't act impulsively when you are young, you won't have a chance when you are old." This time, Kowal did not refute Vogelweide's words but nodded to cater to him.

"Okay, Uncle Vo, don't just drink. Miss Champion will be back soon. I'll go buy some food for us to celebrate." Looking at the two old men sitting not far away, Zofia sighed helplessly and said.

"Hmm! That's a good idea. It looks like we'll have a good time today."

"Yes, thanks to Bianka."

"You guys, forget it. I'll give you a discount on drinks today," Marcin said with a smile.

"You said that, old Marcin. I'll remember it. I must drink to my heart's content today!"

"Suddenly you don't want a discount."

"That won't do. As a knight, you have to keep your word!"

Chapter 149

Chapter 37: Encountering an Attack

Because of Bianka's usual toughness and the attitude mentioned above, no company representatives or others came to invite her after the game.

In response, Bianka was happy to be free. After avoiding the fans who had become fanatical because of her winning streak, she quickly left the arena.

However, this time Bianka did not rush back to the tavern to join Maria and the others. Instead, she calmly went to buy food first.

Although Bianka did not care much about the victory in this kind of game, it was still good to buy some food and celebrate with the friends she had made here.

...

While buying things, Bianka suddenly paused but soon returned to normal, and people could not see anything unusual.

Just now, Bianka received news from Sakura about the Armorless Union, but this news did not surprise her, as it was within her expectations.

She responded silently in her heart with a calm expression:

'I know, Sakura. In that case, I would like to trouble you to pay more attention to Maria and the others recently.'

‘Okay, call me anytime if you need anything, I will help you finish.’

‘Yes.’

After a brief exchange with Sakura, Bianka finished buying the items and paid the bill. She did not stay long but walked directly to the tavern with her purchases.

Bianka did not take the fact that the Armorless Union was going to attack her seriously, because she was confident in her own strength. And since Maria and the others were protected by Sakura, she was even less worried.

...

"I'm back, and I brought some food."

Pushing open the wooden door of the tavern, Bianka walked in with a smile, carrying food, and spoke to the people inside.

"Welcome back..." After hearing her friend's voice, Maria quickly turned her head to welcome her.

However, after seeing the food in Bianka's hand, she was slightly stunned and said: "Hey, Bianka actually bought food too?"

"Also?"

"It seems that the food we bought today will not be eaten up. That's right, we also bought a lot of things to celebrate your victory, Bianka," Zofia smiled and explained after taking a look at the things in Bianka's hand.

"So that's how it is. It seems that we had the same idea." Hearing this, Bianka smiled helplessly. Then she didn't say anything else and walked towards the table with the things in her hand.

After putting the food and drinks in place, the warm and lively party in this small tavern began.

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At the party in the evening, at Bianka's suggestion, Maria planned to stay at her aunt's house for the next few nights.

So, after the party, Bianka personally sent the two back to Zofia's house.

As for why she made such a suggestion, it was of course to be on the safe side. After all, if the people who needed to be protected were scattered, even Sakura, who was extremely fast, would find it a bit troublesome to protect them. So, it was better to gather the two together.

After sending them back, Bianka did not return to the hotel. She planned to go for field training as usual in the next few days and did not plan to come back at night.

Since the enemy had a plan, it was okay to give them a chance, so as to prevent innocent people from being hurt.

As for whether it was obvious or not... it was not really obvious. After all, besides gathering with friends, Bianka usually stayed in the suburbs during her normal training.

...

Three days later, in the suburbs at night——

Bianka sat by the tent, leaning against a tree and roasting a fire, listening to the sound of insects in her ears and eating her food in small bites. Her expression looked a little lazy.

But in fact, if you looked closely, you would find that Bianka's blue eyes were full of vigilance at this moment.

As for the reason why she was alert——

"Swoosh——"

At the moment when the slight sound was heard, an arrow with "terrifying" power cut through the darkness of the night and quietly attacked Bianka.

"..."

Although the sound was small, it was still caught by Bianka's sharp hearing, but she was not surprised at all and had no intention of dodging.

Until the dark arrow came into view and was about to approach, Bianka stretched out her hand and then firmly grasped the arrow that attacked her, letting it stop in front of her.

Then, Bianka exerted force on her hand, crushed the beautifully crafted arrow into pieces, and threw it into the bonfire in front of her.

For this sudden attack, she was not only not surprised but even felt that the attackers came too slowly. She had been waiting for three days...

As Bianka blocked the attack with her bare hands, the surrounding woods suddenly "became agitated," and many figures emerged faintly. At the same time, many attacks also targeted her mercilessly.

"Heh~"

Looking at the attacks coming towards her, Bianka curled her lips and chuckled. The next moment, a light blue light appeared and a blue-white armor instantly covered her body. Energy overflowed, and the cold arrows that attacked were instantly shattered.

Although using 'Bright Knight - Excelsis' to deal with these people was a bit of a waste, this set of Battlesuit had not been used since it was unlocked. Today, she might as well try it on these people.

"Is it there?"

After summoning the Battlesuit, Bianka quickly stood up without any hesitation and threw the ordinary lance in her hand towards the direction she had been looking at in the woods.

"Bang!!! Boom boom——"

The lance, now wrapped in blue-white light, illuminated the dark woods in the suburbs and pierced through everything that blocked it.

Bianka's attack, with its unstoppable momentum and power, directly shocked the enemies in the dark, making them forget to continue attacking, and just stared blankly at the slightly dazzling light in the night.

"Dang-boom!"

"Did you dodge it? What a pity..."

Bianka used her sharp vision to capture the result of her attack colliding with the enemy. They paid a price and barely dodged it...

But there was no other way. After all, if Bianka wanted to protect the spear lent by Maria, she needed to attach energy and use it lightly...

But even so, the person who could dodge this attack was quite capable.

Chapter 150

"Boom——"

With the final blow, all the assassins of the Armorless Union who had attacked Bianka were lying on the ground, many of them reduced to ashes.

Of course, Bianka still held back when she attacked. Despite this, for these assassins, it was an extremely terrifying force. The reason for her restraint was simple: she was afraid that if she blew up the place, it would make too much noise.

Otherwise, if Bianka had wanted, she could have easily razed the forest to the ground and turned all the members of the Armorless Union who came tonight into ashes.

"Hu——"

Bianka exhaled lightly, glanced around, recovered the spear that Maria had lent her, then calmly removed her armor and walked towards the city.

After such a commotion tonight, at least no one should bother her for the next few days. In this case, there was no need to stay in the suburbs at night. It would be better to go back and sleep on the soft bed in the hotel.

Besides, Bianka's dinner was ruined by this sudden incident, and she was still hungry.

...

"Uh..."

After Bianka had left for a while, the few assassins of the Armorless Union who were not killed dared to make a slight sound and struggled to leave.

Among the assassins still alive was the leader of the Armorless Union, the Darksteel, who looked extremely embarrassed and was bleeding.

In addition to the broken arm and torn waist from Bianka's initial attack, he also had many small wounds and several broken bones.

If it weren't for the Darksteel's good physical fitness and special Originium skills, he might have died in the aftermath of Bianka's attack. Even now, he was not far from it...

"I'm sorry, Mr. Darksteel, I can't let you leave here..."

"What..."

Just as the Darksteel tried to sit up to see if he could get support, a soft voice suddenly sounded in his ears.

'Pink-haired woman... my body?'

Before he could say anything, he found himself flying into the air. His perspective shifted, and he clearly saw the woman standing behind him and... his headless body.

"..."

Ying stared at her target. After the head fell to the ground, she solemnly took out a forget-me-not and placed it on the ground.

Then, without any hesitation, she turned around and went to search for other stragglers. Since Bianka didn't like doing the cleanup work, she left it to Sakura.

However, the reason Sakura had the time and opportunity to clean up tonight was that the Armorless Union did not attack Maria, Zofia, or the old men.

Of course, if Maria had been attacked, Bianka would not have been so "careless" as to leave without cleaning up the mess.

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After some traveling, Bianka finally arrived from the deserted suburbs to the brightly lit Kalawariekli.

Standing on the busy road, Bianka stretched her back and relaxed. Overall, she was in a good mood tonight. She had dealt with the enemy who had been targeting her for several days, and her friends were not attacked.

Just as she was about to buy something to eat, a long-lost sound suddenly echoed in her mind.

[Ding, triggering the continuous random side-quest. Does the host choose to open it?]

"Hmm?"

The sudden system sound made Bianka pause, and then she asked calmly in her mind:

'What is the continuous random side-quest?'

[It refers to a special limited-time side-quest that is randomly triggered. The rewards for the mission are richer than those for ordinary missions, and there is no penalty for failure. It will not exceed the host's ability.]

"..."

After listening to the system's explanation, Bianka raised her eyebrows slightly and did not make a choice immediately but discussed it with her other "hers." After all, she was not the only one who received this message.

At this moment, Bianka, who was discussing things and looking for food with her other selves, did not notice that a pair of eyes in the dark were watching her carefully, as if confirming something.

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Unknown place——

"Hey, little Platinum, your expression is not very good."

Roy, one of the two Lazurites masters of the Armorless Union, was walking out of the shadows slowly, looking at the white-haired Kuranta girl in front of him and teasing her.

"Mr. Roy, if you want to get information from me, you can just say it directly. There's no need to beat around the bush." Looking at the black-haired man, "Platinum" Centaurea from the Scionless Alliance answered expressionlessly.

"Hey, am I so obvious?"

After listening to Centaurea's words, Roy pretended to be surprised.

"It's obvious. As for the information..." Hearing this, "Platinum" Centaurea nodded without hesitation, and then her eyes flickered before continuing: "I saw the target, Bianka, in the city half an hour ago..."

As soon as Platinum's words came out, Roy's pupils shrank slightly, but he quickly returned to his original appearance, teasing.

"...That's really unexpected."

"This matter is not my responsibility..."

Looking at Roy, who quickly restrained his surprise, Centaurea said softly without any hesitation.

Her meaning was quite clear: these matters were not her business, so don't bother her. If you want to know the specifics, investigate yourself.

"Ha, you are really the same as always. In that case, I won't bother you, Little Platinum. I'll go see what's going on. After all, I'm your boss."

As if he had known that Platinum would say this, Roy chuckled, waved his hand, and left.

As he said, although he didn't want to care... he wanted to fish. But this was a big deal after all, and the action this time had promoted Roy, so he had to see what was going on.

"..."

Still standing in the same place, Centaurea watched Roy's departing figure, her eyes flickering... it was unclear what she was thinking.