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Chapter 78 : How could I bear to hurt you
“Tch! You pocket-sized dwarf nut, why are you suddenly saying such weird things? Don't you find that embarrassing? Stop saying stuff like that from now on, don't you grossly feel like saying it?” Winnie said, flustered, still not turning around to look at Aesphyra, thus completely missing the emotional shift she was undergoing.
Seriously, anyone else saying such things would've been fine, even if Mirexia said it. Although given Mirexia's personality, even if she truly felt that way, she'd never openly admit it. Still, it'd feel far more natural than hearing it from Aesphyra.
Winnie never expected Aesphyra, that yuri empress, to deliver such a blunt, direct line. Perhaps precisely because such behavior was utterly impossible for Aesphyra, actually witnessing her do it left Winnie utterly stunned.
Yes, Winnie felt nothing but pure shock, how could Aesphyra suddenly say something so direct, so embarrassingly charming?
Aesphyra, the one who in his previous life plunged a blade into his chest, then kissed his childhood sweetheart, was now sincerely expressing that she didn't want anything to happen to him in this life??
E ṅü m̌_à
First, the sheer abnormality of Aesphyra's directness; second, the massive contrast between her past and present actions, these two things hit Winnie completely off guard.
Of course, perhaps even Winnie himself hadn't noticed, there might have been a third emotion lingering beneath the surface.
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If Aesphyra had a Virtue System, and Winnie was its target, the Virtue bonus right now would've been extremely substantial, enough for Aesphyra to profit enormously in one go.
“Oh~ So Winnie doesn't like such direct expressions?” Seeing Winnie not only didn't take offense, but remained flustered enough to still refuse to turn around, Aesphyra reverted to her usual demeanor, smiling like a sly fox.
“I don't like it, so what? Wait, what do you mean 'like' or 'don't like'? What does liking have to do with anything? Tch, this young master just found it creepy hearing such words from a silver haired nutball like you!”
Now Aesphyra understood.
Еn̈_ū ḿ ā
Winnie, as always, was easy to read. She was reassured that Winnie was fine.
That instinctive, panicked attempt to cover up one's true feelings, those nonsensical words and reactive behaviors, were far too transparent. They were practical Winnie's personal authenticity verification code. No one else could replicate that distinct flavor so perfectly.
“Alright then~ Since Winnie doesn't like such direct approaches, should I switch to more subtle methods from now on?”
“You, what is subtle or not subtle? When did I ever say I liked subtle methods?!” Winnie instinctively protested, sensing something was off.
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“Oh? So Winnie actually prefers it when I'm more forceful?~”
“You, forget it, arguing with a silver haired nutball like you is pointless. As a human, I simply can't understand the mindset of snack-class food items.” Winnie, defeated as usual in verbal sparring with Aesphyra, gave up.
Ѐ nû ṁа.і d̀
“Winnie, did you dislocate your neck?”
“Go to hell, you're the one with a displaced neck!”
“Then why, Winnie, have you been unwilling to turn around for so long?”
“I just don't want to see you, is that so wrong?!”
“Eh? Really? Winnie doesn't even want to look at me anymore?”
“Get lost! Your tiny brain must’ve been hit with a hammer, how else could you be so thick-headed?” Winnie said, rubbing his face.
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“Then turn around?”
“Just because I told you to, you'll turn? Nope, I won't.”
“Turn around?~”
“Won't!” They bickered back and forth like children over these two words. Although they appeared fiercely argumentative, clearly both were enjoying themselves immensely.
“Fine, fine, I'm done messing around. Dell will be back soon. This young master is tired and needs rest. Now that you've confirmed I'm not being influenced by some [Bloodied Debt] artifact, can you leave now??” Winnie finally turned around, lying down on the bed with his expression back to normal.
“Eh? It has to be Dell specifically?” Aesphyra tilted her head. “Winnie, living under the same roof with Dell all the time, don't you get sick of it?”
Е n̆_ům̃ а̂
“You don't... have some special feelings for that adorable moon elf boy, do you? Could it be Winnie's dating criteria is 'as long as they're pretty, gender doesn't matter'? Or are you simply into this type of cute young boy~?” Aesphyra teased, her captivating violet eyes brimming with amusement.
“Get lost! My relationship with Dell is purely brotherly, don't you get it? Ugh, forget it, never mind. A woman like you wouldn't understand such bonds anyway.” Winnie scoffed.
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“Oh? Really? Just don't corrupt that innocent elf boy, okay, Winnie?”
“Don't play the victim! Looks like you're the one who's got her eyes on my cute, pure roommate! Let me warn you, I won't allow my roommate to fall into the jaws of a wolf! Give up on that idea!”
“And another thing, aren't you supposed to like girls? Redirect your attention, would you? Stop constantly focusing on the boys' dorm!?” Winnie raised an eyebrow. “If you've got nothing else, then leave already.”
“Winnie, you mentioned earlier that we should treat each other sincerely, right?~” Aesphyra narrowed her eyes, her fading smile.
Е̂nu m̈ а̃ . і d̀
“Yeah, but if you're asking weird questions, or want me to help you chase after Dell as your wingman, then I can't answer.”
“Then, Winnie, have you truly seen the sinful [Divine Weapon] called [Bloodied Debt]? I mean, in reality.” Aesphyra ignored Winnie's teasing tone.
Winnie understood, Aesphyra was asking seriously, her attitude shifted to earnestness.
“Of course not! This young master isn't that well-traveled, you know that. I've barely left Camella Capital since childhood. Recently, besides going to the dungeon, I haven't left the academy grounds. When would I have the chance to encounter it? If you haven't seen it, how could I have?”
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“Then how do you know such detailed information? Did you read about it in a book?” Aesphyra pressed.
“Never read about it. Do I look like the type who reads books? If I told you it just suddenly appeared in my head, would you believe me?” Winnie pouted, and decided not to hide anything from Aesphyra.
Еń ù mа
“Suddenly appeared?” Aesphyra pondered briefly. “After being struck by the falling star?”
“No, before that.”
“And after? After being hit by the star, did anything strange happen to you?”
“No. Didn't that priest already ask me? You think I'm lying? Why would I lie?” Winnie snapped.
“So it just... appeared out of nowhere in your mind?”
“Not exactly. It's just... how should I say it... when old man Charles mentioned it, that image suddenly came to me.” Winnie rubs his head.
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“Do you still remember what it looked like?”
“Of course I do.” Winnie then described it to Aesphyra.
After listening, Aesphyra fell silent, sitting on the chair with one leg crossed, saying nothing.
Winnie didn't disturb her.
He knew in his previous life's Aesphyra had died by [Bloodied Debt], specifically by his [Bloodied Debt].
Winnie could easily imagine why Aesphyra had fallen. Most likely because his Evil Soul Armament had exceptional compatibility with [Bloodied Debt], maximizing its benefits and power.
Е̂ n̆ŭṁӓ
Combined with his persistent, underhanded cultivation, acting as a mid-game boss, constantly absorbing strength from blood calamities, devouring the flesh and blood of countless sorcerers, he and [Bloodied Debt] had grown immensely powerful.
There was even a high chance he'd received immense assistance from [Bronze Blood], which ultimately caused Aesphyra's downfall during the later disaster.
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Winnie thought it was perfectly normal for Aesphyra to feel psychological shadows about this, after all, it was the very thing that killed her once. And now, in this second life, even though Aesphyra knew that Winnie was different from the previous one, not the same person, still, the sudden appearance of memories of that evil [Divine Weapon] in his mind will naturally trigger her alertness.
“Hmph, so cautious, acting like you're facing a mortal enemy, could it be you're imagining a day when I'll come at you with that [Bloodied Debt] weapon?” Winnie, seeing Aesphyra remain silent and head lowered for so long, deliberately joked, while carefully observing her facial expression and reactions as if by accident.
Aesphyra raised her eyes, staring at Winnie.
The face was identical to the one from his memories of the previous life, yet the feeling was completely different.
Е n u ḿ a. і̃ d
Winnie... would kill her?
Just entertaining the possibility causing flashes of scenes to cross Aesphyra's mind.
Before enrollment, mutual distrust, suspicion, verbal duels, constant clashes. Then after enrollment, constant bickering, the playing enemies trying to break each other's defenses.
Their current dynamic seemed unchanged from before enrollment, but in essence, it had transformed beyond recognition.
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From absolute distrust, ready to kill each other at any moment, to reconciliation and initial trust during the Demon God Pillar invasion, then to unwavering loyalty and shared life-or-death experiences facing the Demon Queen Julliana.
This hadn't happened overnight. It was built brick by brick, founded on mutual understanding and trust accumulated through millions of mundane, ordinary daily interactions.
Е n úḿа
In the past, right after her resurrection, if Aesphyra had learned that fragments of [Bloodied Debt] had appeared in Winnie's mind, she might have actually struck first.
But now, could Winnie really harm her?
In this life, could the Winnie who shared life-and-death bonds with her truly harm her??
“Then, Winnie,” Aesphyra suddenly smiled. She stood up, moving close to Winnie. Her luxurious silver hair brushed past, filling his nostrils with the cold fragrance of roses and crimson blooms. “Which knife will you use to stab me?”
“The Sword of Blood, or the Sword of Emotions? Or perhaps both?”
“.......” Winnie froze, staring at the Aesphyra before him. Not a single joke could escape his lips.
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Lines like 'I'd stab you meow', he couldn't utter a single word.
He didn't know why. Perhaps instinct, or some unnamed emotion driving him, seeing this silver-haired girl, playing yet serious before his eyes, Winnie's gaze steadied, and he unconsciously stammered, “I... how could I bear to stab you.”
“.........”
"?! After realizing what he'd said, Winnie's face instantly flushed red.
Aaaaaaah?!
W-what did he just say?!
E n u m а̌
Winnie desperately wanted to turn around and bury his head like an ostrich, but the words were already out. If he turned away now, wouldn't that be like shouting “I've got no silver here” right after stealing it?
So Winnie could only stiffly endure it, staring unblinkingly at the Aesphyra before him.
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“Kyaa~” Aesphyra let out a light laugh. “Oh, is that so~?”
“Y-yes, I mean no, no! Don't misunderstand, I didn't mean it that way, but I'm not saying I don't, I mean, no, I...” Winnie completely lost his composure.
“Alright, alright, I understand.” Aesphyra whispered softly as she stood up, brushing a strand of hair behind her ear. “I've gathered enough information. Winnie, rest well.”
With that, Aesphyra stood up, waved at Winnie, and headed toward the door.
Wëḃ nõv̌ е l E nu m а̊
Just as Winnie watched her leave, thinking he'd gotten away with it, Aesphyra suddenly turned back, smiling sweetly at him.
“Winnie, go wash your face. Right now, your complexion isn't much better than a monkey's backside~?” Then, she left with a flourish, leaving behind one final Virtue announcement.
'Virtue + 120.'
'Current Virtue: 5294.'
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Listening to the light click of Aesphyra's heels fading into the distance, Winnie remained frozen on the bed, still wearing that open-mouthed expression, wanting to say something, yet unable to utter a single word.
Huh? Me??
Ė ň ũ m а. іd̂
Winnie was stunned.
He clutched his head, completely at a loss.
Why??
Why did he say that just now??
There were better ways to express it, weren't there?
He could've just said “Of course not” or “I'd never hurt you”, why did “How could I bear to hurt you?” just blurt out like that??
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That line was way too strange, wasn't it??
Winnie kept replaying his own words in his mind, analyzing them over and over, growing more convinced they carried heavy implications.
But what could he do? Aesphyra had already heard it. He couldn't take it back.
“Kyaa! Winnie, Winnie, I bought bread!” At that moment, Shikondell returned, holding a small bread bag, only to find Aesphyra gone, and Winnie sitting alone on the bed, face flushed, muttering incoherently to himself.
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