CH 468

468: Algernon and His Sister

Besides, Flower had an interesting temperament. It wouldn’t let anyone ride it other than Feng Wu.

“You guys, we’re all classmates. Our boss’s sister just wants to borrow your mount for a bit; we’ll give it back right after. Why be so stingy?” The other guys in the group called out after hearing what Ink said.

“Flower isn’t a mount; flower is a friend. You don’t lend out friends.” Feng Wu replied back seriously.

“It’s obviously just an alpaca; it’s not a friend! If you don’t want to lend it, just say it straight. Don’t give such outrageous excuses.” The boss’s younger sister spoke out in a weird tone.

Feng Wu did not like her tone and thought the girl was annoying. She turned her head away and ignored them after that.

The girl couldn’t find trouble even if she wanted to. She hummed indignantly but didn’t try to rush out and make trouble for Feng Wu.

“You two, if you’re willing to lend the alpaca today, once the game is over and we leave the arena, I’ll owe you a favor and if you have any difficulties in the future, you can come to me and I’ll help you.” Their boss was reasonable and didn’t start a fight just because he didn’t get his way.

As the seventh seat, his swordsmanship skills were excellent and only a few people in the fourth year could beat him. He was born into a big family and was well educated at an early age. At the same time, he wasn’t like those other aristocrats who used privilege to bully other people.

He was known as a good sort and was very popular at school. There were people who wanted to follow him, which was why there were two guys calling him boss now.

A favor?! Ink didn’t expect the fourth year, seventh seat to make such an offer. The guy was famous at school so Ink knew who he was. He had never heard anything bad about him.

Feng Wu didn’t know the boss, nor would she have recognized any other possible school celebrities even if they stood in front of her. The one person she knew was Ming Xi.

Though Ink was surprised at the offer, he stood his ground. This kind of favor would have been tempting to most other people. Having a senior look out for you made life a lot easier, and there wouldn’t be any fear of being bullied.

But Ink knew Feng Wu didn’t need such benefits. Ming Xi was a sixth year and on top of the student pyramid. Feng Wu, who was under Ming Xi’s care, certainly did not need the protection of a fourth year, tenth seat.[notes]

The guy was surprised to be rejected again, but he didn’t start a fight and rob two second-years.

His younger sister, Pamela, was still upset though. She wanted to say something, but kept her mouth closed when she saw her the look in her brother’s eyes.

She was normally stubborn and willful, but she knew proper order. Her brother had told her their performance in the game would be broadcast live for the school to see. She knew her brother would never forgive her if she dared to display her temper in front of the entire school.

Their family clan was really big. If it weren’t for her gift and her brother’s position as tenth seat, it would have been impossible for them to have the valued position they had in the family. She didn’t dare provoke her brother.

He normally appeared gentle and courteous in public, but he was no joke when provoked. Pamela thought about the consequences of his anger and obediently shut up. It was clear from her face she hadn’t given up though.

The only other girl in the group of five looked at Feng Wu. She opened her mouth a few times, but ultimately didn’t say anything.

They were strangers and Pamela wanted their mount; it was better not to say hello.

After rushing all day, both teams found a place to rest before the sun set. They weren’t as lucky this time and had to pitch their tents because they couldn’t find a ready made shelter.

Feng Wu and Ink set up one tent and took turns being on watch. Flower wanted to join Feng Wu when it was Feng Wu’s turn, but Feng Wu resisted the idea.

The Sister Alpaca had been walking with them all day and Feng Wu wanted her to get some rest.

“Melis, what did you get for us? It’s so unpalatable. Can’t you find something else?” Pamela spit out a few times to get rid of the dry, hard bread in her mouth. Then she drank half a bag of water to get rid of the dry feeling.

“I’m sorry Pamela, I got this out of a chest. Although it doesn’t taste good, it is still edible.” Melis was used to Pamela’s temper so she talked softly and gave her a look of regret.

“You can keep such a tasteless thing for yourself.” Pamela threw the brown bread at Melis’s face in disgust, before pulling some jerky out of storage and eating that with relish.

“I’m sorry, Pamela is still young and has been spoiled since she was little. Please don’t take it to heart.” Algernon apologized.

Melis clenched her fist discreetly then released them. She casually said, “It’s OK, Pamela is just impatient. I’m not offended.”

Pamela put the jerky back in her storage space after Melis left the tent. “Brother, why did you apologize to her? She didn’t deserve it!” Pamela didn’t hide her disdain for Melis at all.

Melis was a second-year sword division student. Her performance wasn’t bad, but she had a poor background. She always kept a low profile in the dorms. Of the four girls in their suite, two were in the same division and had known each other since they were children. They hugged and greeted each other warmly the moment they entered the dorm and worked to suppress both Pamela and Melis in an effort to take over the suite. Obviously, Pamela wouldn’t let them succeed. She reluctantly united with Melis and thwarted them at every turn.

If it weren’t for Melis’s usefulness, Pamela wouldn’t have bothered having her hang around.

“I told you a long time ago, don’t underestimate people. This Melis girl, even though she comes from low birth, success is within her grasp. She might prove useful in the future.” Algernon smiled slightly, his eyes distant.