Chapter 47 of 100

Chapter 47: The Virgin and the Unicorn

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"Ah! Finally, it's time to rest." Irina wobbled and sat down on a chair by the garden, the water element spirits she had conjured up with her magic scattered in the air, splashing her and Carol, and Bing Zhiye, who were standing nearby, with droplets. Soon, the water elements gathered again, forming the shape of a spirit and dancing among the flowers.

Luo asked, "What did you do to get so tired?"

"What else could I have done?" Irina pointed to a few people running in front of her. "Just like them. Damn, after I became a novice knight, the teacher who taught us archery is a real freak. He made us draw the bow three hundred times quickly and one hundred times while moving, saying that next week we have to pass a test, hitting the bullseye with at least three hundred and eighty out of four hundred arrows. Oh God, save me!"

Carol walked up and handed her a cup of juice. "Catch your breath and then talk. Here, drink this."

"Thanks." Irina took a big sip, the icy sweetness refreshing her, and she took a long breath.

Carol asked, "Why did we have to take the morning off after the second class today? Is there something important?"

"Yes, it's a secret for now. You'll know soon." Irina didn't see Wayne. "Where is that idiot? He said he would wait here."

"He's coming." Carol looked behind the garden, and a figure leaped over the chairs and landed on the ground.

"Hey..." Irina was about to scold Wayne, but perhaps because she was too tired, she didn't say anything.

Luo said, "Where have you been? We've been waiting for a long time."

Wayne laughed. "I was in a fight just now. I'm here now. Let's go."

"Really, I've never seen such a rude boy. All he does is eat, sleep, and fight all day." Irina gave him an unhappy look.

Wayne said, "What else do warriors do besides fight? I now worship Teacher Hab. His famous saying, 'If you don't like them, make them all fall down,' is so cool."

Sweat drop!

On the streets of the 6th District of the Imperial Guard.

Wayne, impatient, said, "Irina, where is Conelia? We've already passed through several districts."

"Don't rush. We're almost there." Irina looked at the address in her hand. "It should be around here."

This area was filled with small estate-style homes, where minor officials and minor nobles of the empire usually lived. Irina saw the surname on a doorplate and said, "This is it."

They climbed the steps and knocked on the door. A plump woman in her fifties opened it. "Ah! Miss Irina and Mr. Wayne, and... and your friends. Please come in, please come in. Conelia is waiting for you in the small courtyard at the back."

"Is it Aunt Shuhe? Hello." Everyone followed Irina politely and entered the house.

"Go play for a while. I'll prepare some snacks for you. Oh, that creature is so beautiful." Aunt Shuhe led them to the back door that led to the courtyard.

The courtyard wasn't very large. As soon as they opened the door, they saw Conelia.

They stood at the door, mouths agape, staring in amazement: "...Ah... This is..."

A silver-white unicorn lay on the green grass, its head resting on Conelia's feet. A nearly three-foot-long, slender horn grew from its forehead, shimmering with a magical silver light. Its long, silver-white mane was almost without a single impurity, reflecting a faint blue light in the wind. It had its eyes closed, enjoying Conelia's caress.

"Conelia!" Wayne ran over, excited to share the joy with her. But the unicorn was suddenly startled awake and raised its front hoof, stepping on Wayne as he rushed over.

"Wayne..." Conelia quickly hugged the unicorn's neck, gently stroking its fur to stop it from attacking Wayne again.

Wayne was trampled and couldn't catch his breath for a long time. After Luo helped him up, he said, "It... cough... why did it attack me?"

"Hmph, you scared it. You deserve it." Irina smiled kindly at the unicorn and tried to stroke it. The unicorn made a warning sound, as if telling her not to come closer. Irina was stunned, not knowing what to do.

Bing Zhiye said, "Don't go over. This unicorn is still wild."

"Wild!" Irina said, "Conelia, you haven't tamed it yet?"

Conelia shook her head. "When it was brought here, it was in a cage and very aggressive. I've been with it for a long time, and it has only just calmed down."

"Oh." Wayne said, "Then let's stay here for a while. We can go over and see it later, it should be fine."

Irina smiled. "Okay, I'll go find some food. Feeding it is the best way to communicate with animals."

Wayne also thought it made sense and rushed to go, even Carol, who was very fond of animals, wanted to go.

"No." Bing Zhiye blocked their way. "Don't go. It won't get close to you."

"Why?" they asked in confusion.

Bing Zhiye said, "Irina might be possible, but Wayne, Luo, and I, and... and Carol, it's absolutely impossible."

Irina was delighted. Wayne,不服气, said, "Why? Why can Irina?"

Bing Zhiye took off his hat and sat on the grass. "Because Irina is a girl, and she is still a virgin."

Irina's face turned red, as if on fire, and she covered her face, scolding, "What are you saying! Don't... don't say such embarrassing things."

Bing Zhiye sweat-dropped and said, "I'm telling the truth. Unicorns have a habit of only getting close to pure virgins. They also love cleanliness and generally dislike men, dirty people, impure women, and non-virgins. If you approach them rashly, you will be attacked, even by powerful magic."

"Is that so?" Wayne's spirits were dampened. "That's outrageous. Even animals are so lustful."

Irina looked at him with disdain and smiled. "Can I go then?"

Bing Zhiye shook his head. "It's best not to. Now is the time for Conelia to bond with the unicorn. If you want your friend to tame the unicorn successfully, don't disturb her. You can try to get close after it's tamed."

Irina lost her energy and slumped onto the grass. "I was so happy for nothing. Taming a unicorn has such strict conditions."

"Indeed." Wayne also said, "Isn't it said that you just need to be stronger than it?"

Bing Zhiye said, "Not all magical creatures have this requirement. Many magical creatures have their own habits. If you don't follow their habits, they would rather die than form a guardian contract with you."

"I see." Irina and Wayne nodded.

Carol looked at Bing Zhiye and said after a while, "You really know a lot."

Conelia heard their conversation and smiled, gesturing for them not to come over and not to make noise.

Under Conelia's affectionate caresses, the unicorn lay down again, resting its head on her feet, quietly enjoying the梳理 of its fur by the person it liked.

Wayne noticed that Luo hadn't sat down and was standing there with a gloomy expression, knowing he was thinking of his deceased partner, the thunder rhinoceros. He tugged at his sleeve. "Don't be sad. It's been a long time. Think about the future."

Luo sighed and sat on the grass.

Aunt Shuhe brought out many snacks and fruits, along with delicious drinks. "When I saw that creature, I was really surprised. It's so beautiful."

Irina nodded. "Yes, it's so beautiful."

"Enjoy slowly. I'll go prepare lunch for you."

"Thank you, Aunt Shuhe." Irina smiled apologetically.

Aunt Shuhe said, "It's no trouble. My husband was once taken care of by Viscount Isabelle in Sherman. Don't be so formal with me."

Seeing Conelia and the unicorn being intimate, Irina asked, "Luo, what magical creature do you plan to choose as your summon guardian?"

Luo looked gloomy and didn't want to talk.

Wayne said, "Hey, Irina, it's too early to talk about this now, after all... after all, the thunder rhinoceros just died." He then asked Luo, "How are your injuries?"

"Fine." Luo, with his head down, said, "The healing potions and magic from the school's medical room are very effective. My broken ribs have all been set. The teacher said that after a few more days of rest, I'll be fine and can participate in the practical test in a few days."

Wayne said, "That's good. But to be honest, losing your summon guardian will greatly reduce your strength. This time..."

Irina pinched him. "I told you not to say it, and you're saying it."

"It's... it's okay." Luo said.

Irina smiled. "Yes, you have already fulfilled your duty to protect each other. Its death was not your fault."

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