Chapter 146: Arc 5: Break - 10
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Arc 5: Break - 10
"I am... somewhat surprised." Weiss whispers to Ruby with genuine disbelief as we watch Aqua being fawned over by a crowd. The praises seem endless, centered on her beauty alone.
"I'm more pissed off that they're not gawking at her like a sexualized piece of meat, the way they always look at us." Ruby huffs, crossing her arms in frustration, drawing some gazes toward her breasts.
"I think it's because they know Aqua is a goddess." Octavia remarks dryly, her sharp gaze cutting through the superficial admiration of the crowd.
I shake my head, letting out a small sigh. "I want to question why they're so quick to believe her claim of divinity, but then I remember—this is the high school we're in. The one where powerful entities from across the multiverse attend. Detecting lies or confirming someone's divine nature is probably second nature to most of these students and contractors."
"And don't forget." Octavia adds, her voice calm but pointed. "A major factor is that Aqua is a recognized member of the Heaven pantheon. That alone commands a certain level of respect—or fear."
I can't help but compare her to the Aqua from KonoSuba, who was met with skepticism by nearly everyone in the mortal realm. The stark contrast is almost laughable. Here, her divine status is undeniable, validated by the supernatural abilities of those around us. There's no room for doubt when the truth can so easily be revealed.