Chapter 213: Pushing the Envelope

Chapter 213: Pushing the Envelope

Actually, on land, is there really a need to keep using a vehicle? Were not in the sea. Wouldnt it be better to get out and walk to deal with emergencies?

As the sports car hummed to life, Sonya suddenly felt that the car might be somewhat superfluous.

On the Sea of Knowledge, a boat was truly essential. After all, swimming was too troublesome, and they were not aquatic animals. They gained no bonuses in the sea; staying in the water only played into the Observers hands. But on the Time Continent, the situation was reversed; they were land creatures, and most battles required them to stand on solid ground. The car could actually hinder their ability to charge at a moments notice.

Did you also have a vehicle in the Sea of Knowledge? Deya detected some clues.

Yes, a boat, Sonya complained. A very small boat that could barely fit two people. Any sudden move, and it would capsize. Thankfully, the Observer controlled it, so no rowing was necessaryn0ve(l)bi(n.)co/m

That sounds nice. I wish I could ride a boat in the Sea of Knowledge, Deya said wistfully. If only I had met the Observer sooner, but I guess its not too late now.

Sonya pulled a wry smile: Yeah, Im really glad I was chosen by the Observer

Hey, the person in question is right here. Ashe shifted his gaze from the Virtual Realm map, Swordswoman, you clearly disliked me at first, always complaining about whether you could cut down on your training intensity!

Youve got it wrong! The Red-haired Swordswoman retorted loudly. I am a genius Female Swordsman. Training to me is as natural as breathing. I itch all over if I dont train for a day. How could I possibly complain to you?

Swordswoman, are you practicing the arts of the Destiny Faction? You just so casually rewrote history, impressive.

So the Observer arranges your training? Thats nice. Deya sighed. He insists on arranging Entertainment for me. I cant even study if I wanted to. I understand the Observer has good intentions, but its a bit too autocratic

Sonya whipped her head around to stare intently at Ashe, silent, her face as foreboding as the calm before a storm, clearly expressing why does she get preferential treatment, an expression terrifying in its intensity.

Ashe felt as if he were being scrutinized by a Titan Executioner, and explained somewhat helplessly, The Witch is in a unique state, with training efficiency reduced by 75%. It just so happens that Ive recently acquired a new treasure which allows one to gain some training benefits even while engaged in Entertainment, and it also avoids negative states

Why dont I have that

Didnt you say you are a Genius Female Swordsman, for whom training is as natural as breathing, and that you get itchy if you dont train for a day? The best outcome of Entertainment is only equivalent to the poorest training result. Unlike the Witch with her negative state, training is the most cost-effective choice for you.

Sonya realized she had trapped herself with her own words. In the past, she would have simply reneged on the spot; if the Observer wanted to argue, she would just accuse him of yelling at her.

However, with the Witch right beside her, Sonya wanted to maintain her image as an excellent Senior and couldnt resort to whining or throwing a tantrum.

But she was even less willing to let the Witch be the only one receiving preferential treatment.

So, she looked at Ashe with a pitiful expression, her mouth pouted enough to hang a teapot, and her eyes almost shifting to vertical slits. Ashe clicked his tongue, The plan for this week is already set, but next week Ill arrange for an Entertainment activity to see.

The triumph in Sonyas eyes flashed by, and then with disdain, she turned back, Hmph, I thought about it and training is more suitable for me, but if you insist on disturbing my tight training schedule, theres nothing I can do. You are the Observer, after all.

Ashe was so irritated that he kicked her chair.

Bang!

She could always be kind to those she didnt care about, so why did she show her most unreasonable and spoiled side only to the Observer?

If it werent for the Witchs arrival, Sonya might never have realized this problem. Perhaps it wasnt a problem now, but a Bond is like a Blade: initially sharp, resilient, and invincible, but if not carefully maintained, the Blade will rust. Once rusted, it becomes brittle and may shatter completely under a possibly not so strong impact.

At that moment, Sonya suddenly recalled the question posed to her during Destinys Inquiry: What is the fundamental reason for the rift between the Red-haired Swordswoman and the Observer?

Sonya exhaled gently and turned toward Ashe, Observer.

Hmm?

Thank you for the Pure Radiance Special Drink, Sonya said earnestly. Without the Potion you gave me, my Soul wound wouldnt have healed so quickly, and I wouldnt be able to join you in Exploring the Virtual Realm tonight Thank you.

A Potion that heals Soul wounds? Interest flickered in Deyas eyes.

The Cult Leader stared at the Red-haired Swordswoman, then kicked her chair with his foot.

What are you doing! Sonya almost raised her longsword in anger. I thank you, and you kick me?

Its because you thanked me that I kicked you, said Ashe. I wasnt kind to you for gratitude. Your getting stronger is the best repayment for me.

And if you thank me so formally, then should I thank you when you fight the hardest in the Virtual Realm? Should I thank you when you protect me? Should I thank you when you execute a brilliant maneuver?

Ashe looked at the Map of the Virtual Realm, muttering, Besides, whats the point of such gratuitous verbal thanks? Its troublesome. Were not strangers.

Sonya stared at him for a few seconds, then suddenly burst out laughing, Then from now on, Ill accept your gifts without any guilt!

Dont be too complacent, Ashe said, looking at Deya. You should put more effort into Training too. And Witch, you dont need to thank me like that. Everything I do is for a future return; Im not some great benefactor.

But my gratitude comes from the heart, the White Queen said lazily, stretching and flashing a smile. Whats everyday for you is a Miracle for me. Other than words of thanks, I dont know how else to express my gratitude.

Hmm, you make a good point, Witch, Ashe pondered. If you really insist on thanking me then you can

Can?

You can Ashe glanced sideways at the cascading Golden Rain, feigning nonchalance, give me a hug and praise me a few times. And if you really insist on a kiss, I wouldnt mind. After all, gratitude should come with some tangible benefits, right?

Both blinked, and then the Red-haired Swordswoman fixed an icy stare on the White Witch, while the White Queen gently shook her head, with the Red-haired Swordswoman nodding in agreement.

Without further words, they reached a consensus through their gazethey must not indulge the Observers wishes; at most, they would offer verbal praise, but they would not enter the Whirlpool of Internal competition!

If today he dares to ask for hugs and kisses, who knows what he would dare to ask for tomorrow!

Such a precedent must not be set!