Chapter 444: Punishment or Reward?

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While the rest of the world was busy debating over her intentions and plans, Emilia found herself being scolded by Noelle for what felt like the tenth time that day.

"Irresponsible, careless, and stupid to the extreme—!"

The crimson-haired beauty looked away in embarrassment as the older girl continued huffing and puffing for almost a full minute before finally taking a deep breath to calm down.

"Listen… I know you're probably used to taking some 'risks' now after going through the whole rebellion thing, but can you please refrain from putting your life at risk when there's no need to do so?"

Crystal and Dixie looked at each other helplessly, but in the end, neither of them spoke up for Emilia. 

After all, while they were very much in favor of Emilia's pursuit of her goals and ambitions most of the time, they also didn't like seeing her be in harm's way, especially when it could be avoided.