Chapter 224 (2): Divine Art x Auditors
Flora’s smile remained unchanged. Pleased by Leno’s reaction, she gracefully tucked her hair behind her ear and said, “I asked you to meet me as a friend. We worked at headquarters together, and during my years as the Holy Maiden, you once protected me as a knight.”
Leno nodded. He became calmer, but also disappointed.
“You were always protecting me. Although it was the church’s mission for you, I believe we’re friends. Now that you’re in Londan, I’ll arrange a pleasant trip for you.”
“That... Lady Flora, that won’t be appropriate. As one of the auditors, I have an important mission to carry out.” Leno was tempted, but his mission came first. When it came to the next Holy Maiden, he couldn’t allow any mistakes.
“I understand. I asked you to meet me here to avoid suspicion.” Flora sighed. “I shouldn't have since the High Reverend will use this against us if she finds out, but if I fail to show up, I worry that our friendship will suffer, and you’ll be heartbroken.”
She cares about me!
Sensing the resignation in her tone, Leno said with a frown, “Does the District High Reverend have a problem with you, Lady Flora? It can’t be. You were the Holy Maiden.”
“Retired Holy Maiden. I’m now nothing...” Flora shook her head with a bitter smile. “Besides, High Reverend Silvia once competed with me to become the Holy Maiden. It’s normal for her to hold a grudge after losing...”
“I explained to her that I came to Londan to serve the church, but she still believes that I’m here to fight her for power.”
What a hateful woman!
Knowing that his dream woman had been hurt, Leno immediately saw Silvia in a negative light, labeling her an unreasonable woman before they even met.
“Let’s not talk about that, or it’ll influence your mission. After all, among the two applicants in Londan, one is her student, and the other is her daughter.” Flora sighed. Despite the abuse of power, she didn’t want to talk behind her superior’s back, so she stopped.