mesbooks Chapter 169 Seraphine Winslet
Chapter 169 Seraphine Winslet
"Hmm...not bad."
I'm now standing in the room I was recently assigned. As my ranking in school improved, I got a better room than before.
If the original room only had a bed and a desk for studying, the current room is larger and fresher. Although the facilities haven't changed much, the spaciousness makes me feel much more comfortable.
"But what is Trevor's purpose?"
After Maya left, I trained until evening, feeling uneasy.
Trevor is targeting me; I've seen it with my own eyes. But what's the reason?
"What exactly made him target me?"
Now, some might ask, is it necessary to understand why he targeted me? Of course not. After all, from the moment he decided to target me, he became my enemy.
Moreover, he is also a villain in the game, which means he may have an innate tendency towards evil.
"He even revealed his intentions."
A hunter's killing intent or desire to kill develops over time. Those who spend a long time with death naturally become accustomed to this feeling.
However, murderous intent can manifest in many different ways, and these manifestations can give a general idea of a person's character.
For example, those who fight monsters often have a more savage killing intent, which represents their life-or-death struggle with their enemies.
However, the intent to kill is different; it is not directly expressed and is not as direct or violent.
“I can even feel this difference in myself.”
Every time I kill, whether it's a demon or an ordinary person, I become aware of a change within myself. This change never occurs when I fight or kill monsters.
"How hypocritical."
Just because they can't speak or look like humans doesn't mean there's no guilt about taking their lives. But that doesn't mean it's wrong to do it; it's a battle for survival, and nature doesn't care about a person's feelings.
Ultimately, if a person kills humans, they change, and that change becomes more pronounced the more people they kill.
You could say their conscience has been eroded, or they have begun to lose their conscience, and ultimately, their nature will change.
“I’m convinced Trevor belongs to the latter.”
Judging solely from his murderous intent and the aura emanating from him, I can say without hesitation that he must have killed someone in the past.
“I could even sense demonic energy emanating from him.”
I'm not sure about that, but some gut feeling tells me that Trevor has some connection to the devil.
"If that's the case, should I just kill him?"
If he's connected to the devil, then it means he must die.
"However, it's not that easy."
He's a senior student in the academy, not number one, but ranked high. This means his abilities are above average, and considering the consequences of killing him, acting now is unwise.
"I need evidence."
If I were to kill him simply because he spread rumors about me and targeted me for some reason, then I would become a murderer.
A murderer who killed for his own desires. In any case, I least want to become that kind of person, because then I would be no different from him.
“Then let me see what you’re planning to do, Trevor Phillips.”
His future fate depends on his next actions and my judgment.
"However, now is not the time to focus on that guy."
As the curriculum changes, everything becomes increasingly chaotic, and the future becomes even more unpredictable, which only means...
"I need to be prepared for any changes that may occur."
And so, I slowly left the room and headed back to the training ground.
......
Whoosh! Bang!
In the training area provided by the academy for students to fight monsters, you can see a girl bombarding a group of artificial monsters.
Irina's fingertips burned with the flames of anger as she unleashed her fury on the artificial monsters in the training room.
Bang! Boom!
Her magical energy permeated the air, and each explosion released from her hands blasted the monsters away.
"This is so annoying!" Irina gritted her teeth, her fiery red hair flying with every movement. Her attacks carried a ferocity that seemed to defy the very nature of the training room, leaving a trail of charred marks on the floor.
boom!
Another burst of flames erupted, incinerating a group of monsters to ashes. The training room echoed with Irina's relentless attacks; the monsters were powerless against her fierce magical onslaught.
"Who posted this kind of thing?!"
boom!
She'd been in a bad mood since this morning. After the rankings were released and she learned hers hadn't changed, she became even more depressed and decided to go for a walk with a friend to cheer herself up.
Last week had been stressful enough; she needed to relax. But as they strolled around, she glanced at her watch and checked the school forum.
Now she wishes she hadn't done that.
The comments on the school forum at the time touched a nerve, and the pressure that had been building up for so long finally exploded in that instant.
In the dimly lit training room, Irina's fiery red hair billowed around her like a storm as she continued to unleash her fiery magic. The comparison to her rival, Seraphina Winslet, felt insulting, and the fiery shadows cast on the wall danced with the turmoil within her.
The post implied that Irina was inferior to Serafina due to her lower ranking and other reasons. It was as if someone had finally mustered the courage to attack her, posting such malicious content.
"How dare they say I have a personality problem!" she gritted her teeth.
A burst of flames instantly turned a group of artificial monsters to ashes, but this did not quell Irina's rage.
"If I find you, I'll show you what a terrible personality really is."
However, this isn't just about personality. The post also mentions that Serafina's long silver hair makes her look more beautiful and elegant, showcasing a ladylike demeanor, while Irina is like a little girl who's always throwing tantrums.
Irina knew the post was meant to provoke her, she was aware of that, but she still couldn't suppress her anger.
boom!boom!
As Irina continued to attack the artificial monster with flames, the door to the training room quietly opened.
hum!
A figure entered the training room, her presence exuding a serene and elegant aura, a stark contrast to Irina's magical bombardment.
Her silver hair and cold blue eyes scanned the scene, scrutinizing the destroyed monster remains and the scorching flames unleashed by Irina. Unlike the fiery-haired Irina, the newcomer seemed unaffected by the surrounding chaos, calmly observing everything.
“It’s truly magnificent,” she said calmly, her voice devoid of any emotion, her gaze fixed on Irina. Her eyes were calm and deep, seemingly concealing a silent approval.
Irina turned to face her opponent. When their eyes met, the surrounding flames seemed to freeze for a moment, revealing the contrast between their personalities, a clash of fire and ice.
"Ha, what brings you here, Serafina?" Irina asked, her voice sharp, tinged with displeasure and annoyance. The atmosphere immediately became tense and heavy when these two powerful mages, with such contrasting personalities, stood in the training room.
Although they did not use any magic, the clash of their powerful auras caused the surrounding magical energy to become restless.
“Why can’t I be here?” Serafina answered calmly, her gaze as firm as ice. “According to our rankings, we all have the right to use the training room. This place isn’t just for hot-tempered people.”
Irina frowned, clearly affected by her response. The mention of rankings intensified the tension in the air. This training room was specifically for the top-ranked students, a symbol of the ever-increasing competitive atmosphere around them.
Serafina continued calmly, “I’m here to train, not to engage in pointless comparisons. You should focus on mastering your magic, not be distracted by online provocations.”
"So, you've seen that post too," Irina sneered.
"I've seen it," Serafina readily admitted.
"I remember you said you wouldn't waste time reading posts from ordinary students. What made you change your mind?" Irina asked, puzzled.
Serafina's gaze remained cool and aloof. "I was too arrogant back then, but now I realize that some moments in everyday life can shine like jewels, reminding me that extraordinary beauty can be found even in the ordinary."
Irina couldn't help but raise an eyebrow at Serafina's answer. Their differences in personality seemed to be reflected in their views of the world.
“That post was nothing but the nonsense of some pathetic people who are jealous of us,” Serafina continued, her voice calm and firm. “However, it’s quite interesting to witness your fiery temper. Such scenes are not common.”
'Why does this feeling seem so familiar?' Irina thought to herself.
She didn't have a close relationship with Serafina. Although they lived in the same dormitory building and used the same training room, they mostly preferred to use the elemental training room. Now, Irina felt like she had a similar conversation with someone.
'Oh right, that's what that guy said too.'
Suddenly, she realized she knew how to respond.
As her frustration surfaced, Irina couldn't help but say sarcastically, "You're really lucky to find enjoyment in my 'hot temper.' It must be a pleasure for you, considering you're the epitome of cold-bloodedness."
Serafina raised an eyebrow, a barely perceptible smile playing on her lips. The tension in the training room intensified, the clash of their personalities becoming increasingly apparent.
“Tell me, Serafina,” Irina’s tone became even sharper, “what gems have you found in your daily life that made you decide to come to this training room? Or is this just your way of showing us your unparalleled skills?”
Serafina shook her head slightly, as if dismissing a trivial thought. "I don't need validation from a bunch of inferior beings. I'm very clear about my own worth, and online forums and meaningless comparisons are pointless to me."
A hint of annoyance and defiance flashed in Irina's eyes. "Fine, forgive me for not having your level of composure and self-awareness, Winslet. We people prefer to learn through the ups and downs of personal growth."
Seraphina's lips curled into a slight smile, her composed exterior seemingly cracking with a hint of pleasure. "Indeed, Phoenix. This journey has been far from easy, especially for those driven by fire."
Irina's anger finally reached its peak. She took a deep breath and said coldly, "Fine, I have no more interest in speaking to the Ice Queen." The flames around her flickered, emphasizing her rebuttal. "Have a pleasant journey, Winslet."
Without waiting for Serafina's response, she turned and strode toward the exit, leaving Serafina standing alone in the training room.
"Oh."
A soft, melodious laugh escaped Serafina's lips as she gazed at Irina's departing figure.
She murmured to herself, a thoughtful look in her eyes. "Interesting... What has caused such a subtle change in my opponent's usually fiery personality? Perhaps I should try to find out the reason?"