Chapter 49 - 49: Sigrún and Eleonora have taught him well.
"Come on, Liliana, you know that knight is a Peak-Ascended, which makes him at least four times stronger and probably over 300 years old. Being able to match him in hand-to-hand combat is an impressive achievement," the blonde woman replied, glancing at Liliana, who responded indifferently.
"Please, Elara, this is just getting started, and you're all already making a fuss. It's not that big of a deal."
"It's not just us. Look around; everyone is amazed by Disciple Erik's skills." The dark-haired woman chimed in, prompting the other two women to look around and see faces full of surprise or even infatuation everywhere.
"That doesn't change the fact that you're overreacting just because he's a bit handsome. Also, Zoe, since when do you call him Disciple Erik?"
"Well, he's the first disciple of Master Eldurdóttir, so it's necessary to show him the proper respect." Zoe replied with a soft smile, her tone calm and elegant in response to Liliana's words.
"Hmph, you two are just smitten. You'll see it's not that big of a deal. Besides, where did all that disdain go when you were calling him a coward?" Liliana retorted irritably, watching the fight more closely to see what all the fuss was about.
"Well, while it's true I got carried away by first impressions and spoke out of turn, it's also well known that wise people correct themselves. Disciple Erik has shown he's not a coward in the slightest. Not only does my attitude need to change, but a direct apology is also important. So, if you could introduce us, I'd appreciate it."
Zoe spoke elegantly as she sipped her tea, her gaze fixed on the young man with starry hair fighting with incomparable grace, making Elara, who was in a similar position, nod in agreement.
"That's a good point. It would really be nice if you could introduce us, Liliana, so we can apologize properly."
"Hmph, as if I have time to waste on such things. If you want to meet him, do it yourselves; I'm not getting involved in those silly matters." Hearing her friends' words, Liliana could only huff in annoyance, bringing smiles to the two women, who couldn't help but speak in unison.
""Stingy.""