Chapter 972 (1/2)

The campsite was silenced.

Richard rubbed his forehead in despair while the other apprentices in his group gazed at Stewart in sadness and pity. Perhaps others didn’t know, but Richard’s group was fully aware that Mini Bubble Gum wasn’t afraid of inviting trouble. One could count one’s lucky stars if she didn’t provoke one. But if one were to provoke her… The thought of the mercenaries’ plight sent a chill up Richard’s spine. At this moment, he should have stepped in to stop their conflict. But his instincts warned him that he was safer watching from the sideline.

“What did you say, you brat?”

Stewart grunted. He wasn’t a broad-minded person to begin with, and as one of the popular talents among the new generation, he was arrogant to those who were below him in strength. Stewart thought that sooner or later, he would be the ruler of the Mage Tower, so he believed that people should fawn on and serve him. As for those who denied his presence, he would show them the consequences of their attitude toward him.

It was due to his proud attitude that he wasn’t well-liked in the organization. But Stewart didn’t care because those people who were only jealous of his abilities were nothing more than a bunch of incapable fools. They couldn’t reach his level and could only be envious of him in such a lowly, disgusting manner. Those worthless trash weren’t worthy of a mention to him!

But now, perhaps Stewart had to change his views. This was the first time someone disregarded him blatantly. How dare this repulsive brat speak to me this way!

“Do you know who you’re talking to, little brat?”

“Shut up, slut. You have no right to talk to me.”

Mini Bubble Gum squinted at the young man in disdain as though he was nothing more than a pile of revolting, filthy trash. Her response shocked the people who weren’t aware of how powerful she was. This was also the first time they witnessed someone speaking to Stewart in this manner. Although Stewart didn’t receive special treatment from the mentors, his talent was an asset to the organization. This was why everyone tried to disregard his presence and gave him perfunctory responses at the very least. But now, they didn’t expect someone to be more arrogant than him and the young lady seemed much more adorable than this young man who always put up an annoying face.

Cuteness always won, didn’t it?

“Shut up, you impudent brat. Do you even know who he is?”

Before Stewart even retorted, his followers rushed forward and snarled at Mini Bubble Gum. Rhode had to admit that as ‘henchmen’, those apprentices sure knew how to discern the situation. At this moment, Stewart had wrinkled his nose. Even though Mini Bubble Gum seemed arrogant, she was only a cleric, after all. Just how threatening a cleric could be?

“This sir here is the most talented figure in the Mage Tower. How dare you insult him. Hurry up and apologiz—”

Boom!

All of a sudden, three holy light beams blasted from above and smashed the three pitiful apprentices like iron hammers. The three apprentices crashed to the ground with rolling eyes, their mouths bubbling with white foam. Everyone widened their eyes in bewilderment. Anne observed the action excitedly, jumping on her feet. On the other hand, Canary folded her arms and watched the one-sided battle with a gracious smile like a wealthy young lady as though this was just a part of her ordinary day. Rhode turned around and caressed Christie’s hair.

“Bring Bell and the two elves to set up our camp, Christie.”

“… Okay… Rhode…”

Christie nodded, before shifting her gaze from Mini Bubble Gum who had placed her hands on her hips like a superhero. Then, she held Bell’s hand and left the scene. Mini Bubble Gum turned around and pouted at the leaving Christie.

How boring. I thought I could use this chance to teach Christie how one should conduct oneself in society. One can’t be too weak living in this world, Little Christie… Well, forget it. It’s more fun taking care of this group of idiots.

“Hey, slut.”

Mini Bubble Gum turned around and gazed at Stewart.

“You the owner of those dogs? You should watch them properly because they will end up in hotpot if they continue barking like wild ones.”

“… Hahaha…”

Stewart’s expression twisted. His eyes turned blood-shot as he stared at Mini Bubble Gum. After a few moments, he revealed a smile on his twisted face and started chuckling softly. At this moment, everyone had moved far away from both of them, watching the commotion helplessly.

“So you’re a manipulator of spiritual energy too. I’m surprised to meet a peer here. Since you’ve attacked my loyal servants, you should know what it means, young lady. I, in the name of Stewart Carat, ask that you pay for what you’ve done! Since you’re also a spell caster, let me see if your strength is enough to taunt my honor!”

“…”

Richard gaped, but eventually lowered his head and averted his gaze.

Have a safe journey, I will mourn for you.

Pow!

As though responding to Richard’s condolences, a deep, heavy impact echoed in their ears. The crowd turned to Stewart and found the petite young lady standing beside him in the blink of an eye. Not only that, but the proud young man had also knelt on the ground, clutching his stomach and retching.

“A slut should act like one. I wonder why the Mage Tower even accepts useless trash like you. Do you really think you’re something? Worthless piece of sh*t! Get lost!”

Pow!

“Argh!!”

Mini Bubble Gum thrust a heroic roundhouse kick into Stewart’s face. The pathetic bugger yawped and was flung to midair, before crashing heavily to the ground. It seemed like Stewart wasn’t aware of what had happened. He grasped his stomach, looked around him in despair, and saw many apprentices in the crowd chortling. Even though Stewart saw himself as a dazzling star in the Mage Tower, those who came here were all elite apprentices, after all. Even if Stewart was stronger than the apprentices, he was no match for Mini Bubble Gum at all. His arrogant attitude had incited everyone’s displeasure in the past, and now, everyone felt glad to see him in this plight.

Not sure if it was due to the chuckles from the crowd or his fast recovery, Stewart returned to his senses quickly. He was enraged by his miserable state, especially after hearing their laughter. He blew his top. He had never been treated this way, ever! Not even his father had ever hit him!

“You bast*rd! Get ready to feel my wrath!”

Stewart raised his right hand and in the blink of an eye, countless azure lightning bolts burst out from his body, diffusing to the surroundings. Not only that, but several magic rituals also appeared in thin air, spinning and aiming at Mini Bubble Gum. The young lady didn’t respond at all as she stood on the spot confidently. She placed her hands on her hips and squinted at the young man as though watching a monkey’s play.

“Richard, aren’t you going to stop them?”

Richard turned to a young lady with a long, purple ponytail who asked while watching the battle worriedly.

“This won’t end well, right? No matter what, Stewart is also a member of the tower. Besides, if he goes crazy, maybe we will be in trouble too…”

“Don’t worry, Frey. Stewart will not stand a chance against the young lady. I suppose we should get ready and hope that she doesn’t kill him. If we lose a life here, that’s when we will be in huge trouble.”