บท 148: Chapter 148: System's Hesitation

During a break, Kriz approached the four girls, Mirror Shot hopping playfully at his feet. "So, tell me the truth, ladies, what brings you to these parts? Decided that seducing Elio required more combat skills?"

Valeria, the most pragmatic of the group, responded coldly, her steel-gray salamander mirroring her icy demeanor. "We're here to become stronger and... to help our families."

Kriz couldn't resist the opportunity. "Oh, are you sure? Nothing says 'I love you' like knowing how to throw a dagger with deadly precision..."

Aria stepped forward, her fiery red salamander bristling on her shoulder.

Kriz raised his hands in surrender, Mirror Shot ducking behind his legs.

But to his surprise, Aria didn't get angry. Instead, she smiled sadly, her salamander's flames dimming. "I'm sorry if we've given the wrong impression. Our interest in Von Elio... it's complicated."