Chapter 32 - Fire Princess of Arrogance (1/2)
”Oi... look, he is still at it.”
A burly man whispered as the group of gruff-looking, tan-skinned men gaze at the sweat-covered body that belonged to a short-haired youth with glimmering violet eyes. Even though his face was too good-looking to belong to the Earth Kingdom citizen, his rippling muscles and well-defined back made the other traitors reaffirm their thoughts about the boy.
”He just crossed 200... at one go.”
With a trained motion, Nik committed yet another push-up as his body grew even more excited. Aside from utilising his extraordinary stamina for sexual releases, he never actually committed to physical exercise.
'This is too good... to feel your muscles cheer in relief feels too good.'
Nik laughed internally as he continued his push-ups. The sweat glistening his muscles failed to distract him, the slightly numb sensation of his triceps and pectorals only increased the pleasure.
”Oh... he is definitely a good seed. But, his bending abilities remains pitiable.”
Covered in the official armour of the Fire Nation, the Lieutenant Jaain Guo muttered as he looked at the training camp.
”Honestly, enticing the youths with food to betray your own Kingdom... laughable. Princess really has a knack of winning a war.”
Jaain Guo muttered while clasping his hands behind his back while continuing observing the limits of the youth that had successfully piqued his interest.
”His body is well-defined... in terms of physical strength, only that monstrous June may be able to match up to him.
It would be nice to have someone like June in our own ranks.”
Muttering, the lieutenant continued his observations without any change in his expression while the group of other Earth national youngsters felt distressed by the maniacal smile that touched Nik's lips.
”Heh~ Another June? You think his professionalism may compare to her's?
When did you get so dull?
Jaain Guo.”
A mocking whisper woke the middle-aged lieutenant out of his concentrated gaze. A shiver ran down his span as he instantly kneeled only to pay his respects loudly.
”Don't you dare shout.”
Yet again, Guo was forced to think through his actions and he immediately whispered.
”Welcome, your royal highness, Princess.”
In front of him stood a teen with luxurious black hair tied into a bun with a piece of flaming motif placed on her hair bun. Two thick locks of her hair fell on either side of her face while her youthful figure remained covered in merciless armour with a golden flame imprint across a black tunic that extended to flaming red sleeves.
Her pitch-black boots tapped on the ground as the Fire Nation's princess: Azula, looked at Guo and smiled.
”So? You really think he is that impressive?”
She whispered while pointing at the still exercising Nik.
”I dare not praise anyone other than her royal Princess.”
He immediately bowed while Azula rolled her eyes and motioned him to stand.
”Now, think clearly and answer. Is he impressive or not?”
She spoke while gazing at Nik, who finally stopped after his 250th push-up.
”Your highness?”
Jaain Guo gulped as he still hesitated to praise someone else in front of Azula.
With her lips twitching in anger, Azula coldly declared.
”Whatever. I'll deal with you later. Now, watch and learn, this is how you determine someone's worth, my loyal servant.”
Azula smirked as she immediately jumped into the air with her boots covered in dazzling flames while instantly landing in front of the slightly exhausted Nik.
Two pair of eyes, one golden, one violet matched each other's before a brilliant smile appeared on both of their faces.
”Uh, he—”
Nik's greeting was cut short as a fist covered in fiery red flames immediately impacted his abdomen, making him flying through the air.
”In the presence of Azula, the Princess of Fire Nation, you don't get to look up. You can only lower your head, kneel and beg for forgiveness for your pathetic existence.”