Chapter 138: Sturm Joins the Group

Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the gray-blue curtains, casting mottled patterns on the oak floor.

After a short while, Liyakade brought Sistem to their Yorozuya as well.

” I heard you have something very important, and you need my help, is that right? “

Sistem followed behind Liyakade, still as elegant as ever.

After entering the classroom, she looked around at the comfortable environment and well-equipped facilities, and couldn’t help but praise,

” So this is your new Yorozuya? Not bad at all. “

” So, what’s the matter you had to call me here for? Not only did you insist on telling me in person, but you even closed the windows and drew the curtains, making it all so mysterious. “

Seeing the three of them acting so secretive, Sistem grew curious after sitting down.

After all, Liyakade had just said that even her usually difficult little sister agreed to ask for her help this time.

” Even you were willing to put aside your pride and ask me to help, huh. “

” Heh, who wanted to call you here? If this wasn’t so important, I wouldn’t have wanted to involve you either. “

Field retorted sourly.

” Alright, alright, both of you, calm down for a second. “

Liyakade waved her hand, signaling the two to settle down and stop bickering over petty things.

Alice quickly poured tea for Field and Sistem, hoping to prevent another argument.

Once both of them had cooled off, Liyakade began to recount the events regarding Darkness over the past two days, as well as the matter of discovering a monster in the Academy earlier.

As Liyakade spoke, Sistem’s expression grew serious, her playful attitude vanishing.

This was indeed, as Liyakade said, no small matter.

” When the monster was discovered in the back mountain, I already reported it to Father. “

Field added to Sistem.

” I see. “

Sistem nodded, unusually acknowledging Field’s actions.

” Well done. Reporting immediately… No wonder the Kingdom’s patrols have intensified recently. “

” Now it’s certain—the Demon Race’s target is us. “

Liyakade continued to Sistem.

” But we are in the light, while the enemy lurks in the shadows. It’s a passive situation for us. “

Hearing Liyakade’s words, Sistem understood the gravity of the incident.

It’s difficult for the Kingdom’s guards and Exorcists to detect the presence of the Demon Race before they release their power.

Therefore, no matter how much patrols are increased, the Demon Race still has a high chance of taking the initiative, and the guards can only act after the Demon Race appears.

In Sistem’s mind, to guarantee the absolute safety of the three, they would need to be escorted to the Palace immediately, then increase the Palace’s guard strength until the Demon Race hiding in the Royal City was found.

But such protection, almost like house arrest, was clearly inhumane.

Liyakade and the others would probably not accept it either.

This method also allowed the Demon Race to wait in leisure, with all initiative in their hands.

As long as the girls remained inside the Palace, the Demon Race could simply continue hiding.

After all, it was nearly impossible for others to find them.

” What do you think? Any plans? “

Sistem asked seriously.

” I think as long as we don’t leave the Royal City for a while, we’ll be fine. “

Liyakade shared her analysis with Sistem.

” The enemy didn’t attack us inside the Academy but set a trap to lure us out. That means they’re afraid to act within the Royal City. “

” Once Alice’s Level rises a bit more, she’ll have the skill to actively locate the Demon Race. Then, we can go on the offensive ourselves. “

” So, during this time, we hope Her Highness Sistem can act with us. The combined strength of the four of us surpasses that of the Kingdom’s guards—it’s safer and more flexible than having a bunch of guards follow us around. “

” Also, since that person views Alice as the main threat, as she watches Alice’s Level rise, she won’t be able to resist making another move. “

” I see… If there’s such magic, this is indeed possible. “

Hearing Liyakade’s words, Sistem realized the plan.

If Alice could learn such magic, then they wouldn’t be completely passive anymore.

Once Alice’s Level reached the necessary point, they could shift to offense and hunt down the lurking Demon Race.

” Alright. “

Sistem nodded solemnly, agreeing to Liyakade’s request.

” From today, we’ll move together inside the Academy. But let’s still return to the Palace at night to rest. It’s not far from the Academy, and there’s no need to worry about that person trying to ambush us at night. “

” Then it’s decided. “

Liyakade exchanged glances with Alice and Field beside her.

Seeing that neither had any objections, she agreed with Sistem.

Liyakade couldn’t help but smile.

With Sistem joining, their combat strength rose dramatically.

With this lineup, Liyakade even felt that they could stand toe to toe with one of the Four Heavenly Kings of the Demon Race.

Just as they finished discussing and relaxed a little, a sudden, urgent knocking sounded at the door.

” Knock knock knock— “

” Miss Liakade? Are you in there? “

Upon hearing the familiar voice of the girl outside, Liyakade immediately recalled her name.

It was Chloe Patterson, the girl who had dueled Liyakade at the cultural festival, and also one of Liyakade’s earliest clients.

Hearing Chloe’s anxious voice, Liyakade thought it was an urgent request, perhaps even something Darkness had stirred up in secret.

Since their strategy talk had just ended, she unlocked the door.

” Chloe? What’s the matter?”

” Miss Liakade, this is bad! “

Chloe, out of breath, looked at Liyakade, then glanced around the room at the others.

” And Miss Alice and Princess Field are both here! “

” Why not come in and sit down? Tell us slowly. “

Liyakade said, inviting Chloe into the room.

After sitting down, Chloe quickly took a sip of tea that Alice offered, then spoke urgently to them.

” It’s terrible, Miss Liakade—there are rumors about you spreading everywhere in the Academy! “

” R-Rumors!? “

Liyakade’s mouth twitched.

She had thought Chloe was coming with an urgent request, or that perhaps Darkness had once again done something in the shadows to drive Chloe to them.

But what came out of Chloe’s mouth was entirely unexpected.

Liyakade suddenly felt the temperature on both sides of her drop.

At the mention of rumors about Liyakade, Alice and Field, sitting on her left and right, both turned their eyes toward her.

” Oh… Liyakade? “

” I didn’t think you had rumors going around, Liyakade… Are you really secretly involved with someone? “

” Hey! Chloe! Don’t leave it at that, what rumors!? “

Feeling the increasingly chilly atmosphere, Liyakade hurriedly urged Chloe to continue.