章 1283: Lost

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Selheira looked toward Ryu's side profile, her gaze unreadable. It was hard to tell what she was thinking, but her long-time beast companion couldn't help but twist its neck back, seemingly sensing something odd.

In truth, Selheira's thoughts weren't that difficult to read.

Most men in Ryu's position, when they heard that Aika was holding a competition for her hand in marriage, would feel an unsettled jealousy and unhappiness. Then, like most others, they would jump into the fray, wanting to prove themselves.