g g g g

  Sharp bdes gleamed with a deadly glow, flowing like the gereams yet rushing with both speed and power, feisty sparks bursting like fireworks as the fierce csh tio unfold, two figures exging blows whilst the winds rocked the earth.

  Her silver hair fluttered and a dozen bdes scattered in the air, riding along the winds and darting faster than all bullets. Her bde was like the free and agile swifts, making sharp and dangerous twists and turns like no other.

  The priried to unch ter attacks at every opportunity she got, but with how relentless and overp her oppo was, all she could do was defend, her eyes swimmi and right, trying to leave as little of a gap as possible.

  "Is this all you do, Lisa?! Don't just hide and defend like a turtle!" ［Yuna］

  "Easy for you to say! You're just to!" ［Lisandra］

  "Excuses! Try wielding your sword if you have the leeway to talk back!" ［Yuna］

  With the annou of the King the day before, a bright and passionate fme of determination was lit abze inside her heart. She was even more wager to train, not wasting any time to dawdle around, and simply doing her best.

  Of course, the best way of training she could get was through Grey and Yuna. Rather than waiting for the two to reach out to her, she was the first to ask for help. Their methods may be harsh, but they were just as effective.

  Now, Lisandra was getting pummeled by Yuna, but she doesn't have as. If she wants to wiermediate Division of the ival of swords, she o work harder than before. She would have her body sore all over tha not doing her best for the upi.

  ??Double Cross!?? ［Lisandra］

  The cross opened up like a dragon's cw ready to crush Yuna, it rushed towards the young elf with the io destroy her, and in kind, so did the tter. There was no hint of hesitation in her eyes as she wielded her sword.

  Yuna tightened her grip and raised her sword with a cold glint in her eyes. She waved her sword ones, a silver sword path gleaming in the air. A single ssh was all it took for her to destroy the attack, shattering it like brittle gss.

  The princess hit the brakes, leaving a rge scar on the ground. She pulled her sword back, drawing mana from deep inside her, her sword shining brilliantly like a river of stars, soon glimmering brighter as she poured all her strength into her arms.

  ??Pierce!?? ［Lisandra］

  She thrusted her sword, a beam of white emanating from it. A sharp bde of white rushed towards Yuna, darting like a lightning bolt. It was fast and deadly, pag enough force to decimate walls in an instant.

  Yet however fast and powerful it was, Yuna's face remained unfazed and indifferent, striding towards Lisandra without a siop. She thrusted her bde like Lisadra before her, eyes locked at the sword art, not blinking even once.

  BOOOOMMMMMM

  She hit the dead ter of Lisandra's sword art, effectively g the rushing force without much effort. It shattered intments of brilliant light, soon fading to oblivion as the young dy tio rush.

  "That's not enough!" ［Yuna］

  "Ugh...!" ［Lisandra］

  Yuna finally reached Lisandra's range, brandishing her sword as soon as she did. A deafening g rang out in the air as their swords cshed once more. The tter is now being pushed back, grittieeth tightly.

  Her fnks, her rear, and the surroundings. The princess made sure to take note of the surroundings so that she could escape when needed be, trying to use everything to her advantage whilst she tinued parrying Yuna's blows.

  "Lisa... You think too much!" ［Yuna］

  Even then, no matter how familiar she was with the enviro, it still didn't prepare her for Yuna's attacks, a light wound opening up on her upper right arm as Yuna's swrazed her. A little more and she would have been in danger.

  And it wasn't just her arm, her legs, her fnks, her armor, and even her pretty face. All received damage from Yuna, blood trig down all over her body. The more the fight tihe more dire the situation became for Lisandra.

  'Tch! I have no other choice!' ［Lisandra］

  She was getting desperate. With her now pushed bato a er, she used her own body as bait to Yuna's attack, leaving her chest wide open for Yuna's deadly swing. A sirike and it could pierce her heart.

  Yuna was in shock. It was just a spar, after all. No matter how much of a demonic teacher she was, she wouldn't dare endanger a friend. She tried her best to stop her attack, pausing her movement and halting her sword.

  It was only for a short time, but it was more than enough. In that little time, Lisandra pulled herself bad prepared for the biggest attack she could, p all the mana she had left whilst a bold smile bloomed on her face.

  ??Bck Star!?? ［Lisandra］

  She brandished her bde time and time again, bdes of darkness floating in front of her. The more she sshed, the more bdes appeared, trating into a single spot and turning into a sixteen-poiar soon after.

  She he final thrusts, and the bck star bolted across the training grounds at breakneck speed, rotating faster and faster as it gained more momentum. A star more akin to a devastatieor crashing towards the world.

  "So that's how you want to py, huh..." ［Yuna］

  However, there was not a shred of fear in Yuna's eyes. Rather, there was only anger aement. She drew her bde with mana coating it for the first time, a lengthy exhale leaving her mouth after she took a deep breath.

  ??Heavy Ssh!?? ［Yuna］

  She opened her eyes and an aura of domination filled the field. She raised her bde towards the sky and sshed from above. Her sword cshed with the bck star, a resounding boom rupturing the air with such a destructive force.

  Her bde seemed smaller, but it wasn't any less powerful. A sirike was all it took and the bck star pletely stoppedー or rather, it shattered intments yet again like the ones before it, drifting along the wind as they faded away.

  "No wayー Eh?!" ［Lisandra］

  Lisandra couldn't even be left in awe. A shadow suddenly loomed over her, a silver-haired figure appearing at the same time. Her face turned pale as snow, a sharp pain soon shog her head as the hilt of Yuna's sword hit her.

  "Ohat did you do that for, Yuna?!" ［Lisandra］

  Lisandra asked, but her face turned even paler as she withe expressions unfolding on Yuna's face. She was still smiling like usual, it was a dark and terrifying smile, an irked vein popping on her forehead. She issed.

  "You...! You still dare to pin?! Do you knoorried I was! You shouldn't put yourself in danger like that!" ［Yuna］

  "It's fine. You use healing magic, 't you?" ［Lisandra］

  "Why you...! You still talk bae after all that! Looks like you're really asking for a beating, young dy! Draw your sword! I'm going to teach you a lesson!" ［Yuna］

  "No way! I'm going to die if I tinue!" ［Lisandra］

  Just like a mother scolding her daughter and the daughter talking back to her, Yuna and Lisandra bantered with such vigor. Even though she was in so much pain and wounds covered her body, the princess still mao hold on and argue. She was quite something for sure.

  Well, it wasn't like Yuna doesn't have a point. If somethi wrong, she could have sshed Lisandra's heart. Even with holy magid her potions, it was still too much of a risk to take. She has the right to be angry.

  "Hahaha. Why don't we leave it at that, Yuna? Let's heal Lisa first, airtight? You did quite the number on her, after all." ［Grey］

  "Ah, right... Sorry, I got too worked up." ［Yuna］

  "Me too... I apologize for risking my life as well." ［Lisandra］

  Thankfully, Grey was there to stop them. Otherwise, Lisandra would have lost blood and fainted before they could proceed with their they. It was good that they were getting along but their health was still top priority.

  A little bit of healing magic ter, and all of Lisandra's wounds were healed up, a warm feeling resonating inside her heart. Her face was beautiful once again, not a single scar left on it. A stro fair princess.

  As for Yuna, there was really no need as she didn't even receive a single injury, but rather, she still has too muergy to spare. Still, Grey casted it on her just in case. She was quite the overprotective one, after all.

  "Are you feelier now, Lisa? Does it hurt anywhere?" ［Yuna］

  "No, not at all. Thank you for healing me. I feel so much better." ［Lisandra］

  "Great! The's tinue our training, shall we?" ［Yuna］

  "Okay... Eh...? Training...?" ［Lisandra］

  Lisandra's face uzzled as be, her eyes without soul or color. She wao act as if she just heard things wrong, but when she looked at Yuna's face, the smile was all she o see. The smile already told it all.

  She already knew Yuna was a harsh instructor and sparring partner after training with her for the past several afternoons. But she didn't think she would suggest such a terrifying thing when she was just covered in wounds literally a minute ago.

  "Umm... Now...? we take a break? I think my arms are still hurting." ［Lisandra］

  "Oh my, I don't think that what I heard a couple moments ago. Didn't you say you were feeling much better just now? Lying is bad, you know?" ［Yuna］

  There was no escape. With Yuna still a little angry over what trick Lisandra pulled just retly, there was no way she could squiggle her way out of such a situation. Yuna wao teach her a lesson she won't ever fet.

  The Princess looked at Grey for help, tears f in the er of her eyes, but it was all in vain. Even Grey couldn't stop Yuna when she's already set her mind into it. All he could do ray for Lisandra's safety and hope Yuna doesn't go overboard.

  The training tinued and Lisandra's tears fell towards the earth along her blood and sweat, dyeing the ground dark and dirty. However, such tears were useless as the training still kept on going. Her cries of agony resounded all over the pce.

  "Your Majesty, you ought to hide yourself a little better." ［Grey］

  "Hahaha. I got caught, huh..." ［Ar］

  At some point in time, the King dropped by to che how his you was doing, hiding behind the walls and only peeking from time to time. Lisandra has yet to notice but he could never escape Grey's eyes. It was impossible.

  It's true that he was still worried about his daughter, but seeing her work so hard, he would only be crushing the dreams she worked so hard to achieve. A smile bloomed on his face, satisfied to see his daughter having the time of her life.

  "I'm only dropping by so don't go telling Lisa about this, and... you ask Yuna to go easy on her? She might quit if this tinues." ［Ar］

  "Don't worry. She's a strong one, Your Majesty. She won't break with just this much. She's your daughter, after all." ［Grey］

  "I see... Then I leave everything to the both of you." ［Ar］

  "Rest assured, Your Majesty. We'll do our best." ［Grey］

  It was a short versation, a set of footsteps eg silently as the King took his leave. His daughter may be falling a lot and out of breath, but the determination in her eyes glowed brighter ead every time. He was satisfied.

  As frey, he tio move his hand, making lunch for the young dies you are w their hardest. He tasted the dishes, a subtle smile blooming on his face as an explosion of fvors filled his mouth. It was delicious.

  Lunch soon arrived and the sun sat on the highest peak. With the advent of noon, Lisandra once agaiowards the ground, Yuna's sword pointing at her as she panted heavily, trying to gasp for air.

  "Okay. Let's stop here for now. You did well, Lisa." ［Yuna］

  "Th,.. Thank you... Huff... Huff..." ［Lisandra］

  "ht. Sorry... ??High Heal??... ??Rejuvenate??." ［Yuna］

  The princess has already lost t how many times Yuna had healed her, but she knew she had yet to nd a strike towards Yuna. It was quite frustrating, but she was still happy. She could feel herself, albeit slowly, getting stronger.

  The st of lunch soon wafted throughout their noses, inviting them over. A bright smile appeared on Yuna's face at the same instant, her eyes sparkling and brimming with energy and delight, totally different from the cold eyes she was wearing just now.

  "Lisa, hurry～! Grey is done cooking already! Let's prepare the table!" ［Yuna］

  "Eh... Eh...? When did you get there?" ［Lisandra］

  The young elf was too fast. Before Lisandra even noticed, Yuna was already by the dining table, preparing the ptes and utensils. She was happily humming to herself, peeking at Grey and watg what her fiancé was making.

  "Yuna, wash your hands first, alright?" ［Grey］

  "Grey, I'm not a child anymore. You don't o keep reminding me every siime, you know?" ［Yuna］

  "I'm just making sure, My Dear." ［Grey］

  Yuna pined but she followed Grey's instrus with a smile on her face. The princess followed suit soon after, searing themselves along the dining table, golden radiance greeting their eyes as they looked at the dining table.

  The meal was grand as ever, a plethora of dishes from left tht, plete from meat, to dairy, to seafood, and greens. It wasn't the first time Lisandra ate Grey and Yuna's cooking, but she was still surprised every time. It was even more extravagant thaher noble's meals.

  """Thank you for the meal!!"""

  The prayers were sent, and their spoons, forks, and knives dug deep towards the dishes Grey cooked. The meat was tender and juicy, the vegetables were fvorful, and the seafood were savory. It was like they're eating in a high-css restaurant,

  "Mmn～! I really 't get enough of your cooking, Grey! They're all so delicious! Why don't you marry me instead, rather than Yuna? I'll be sure to make you the happiest man in the world!" ［Lisandra］

  "Hey, Lisa! What are you saying?! Grey's mine, you know?! Find yourself your own fiancé! Or rather, don't you already have one?" ［Yuna］

  "Ehh... But other than swordsmanship, he's so bad at everything. 't you just share Grey with me, Yuna? Aren't we friends? Even once a week is enough." ［Lisandra］

  "No means nht, Grey?!" ［Yuna］

  "Yeah. I'm nor some object to be shared, you know?" ［Grey］

  Grey and Yuna couldn't even ugh. Evehey knew Lisandra was only joking, they were still quite possessive of one ahe atmosphere in the pce was much lighter and livelier, smiles and ughter floating all over the pce.

  "Ehh... If Grey isn't avaible then why don't you marry me, Yuna? I'll make you the happiest woman in the world!" ［Lisandra］

  "Hey, what difference does that make? Why don't you marry a royal chef instead? Don't you think that's easier?" ［Grey］

  "Mmn... You may be right... Should I ask Father to introduce me to one?" ［Lisandra］

  "I'm sure His Majesty would oppose with all his might." ［Grey］

  From a simple lunarriage talk, their versation headed into weird yet fun to listen topics as they tinued eating their hearty lunch. It was so fun, it made all of Lisandra's previous suffering seem like they were just passing lies.

  Soon, the table was wiped and so were the ptes. All of them were full and satisfiedー or at least, almost all of them were. Yuna was still looking at her finished cup of ice cream, still looking a bit hungry. She still needed a bit more sugar, looking like an abandoned puppy.

  "Grey..." ［Yuna］

  "Haah... Alright, alright, I'll make you another dessert. We still have a mountain-load of chocotes left anyway." ［Grey］

  "Waah～! Chocote～! Thank you! Do you need help, Grey?" ［Yuna］

  "No need, it's easy to make anyway. This will be over in a jiffy." ［Grey］

  A few ingredients were atop the table. There was only milk, chocote, sugar, cocoa powder, cream, marshmallows, and some wafer sticks. It was a quick refreshment to make, the Princess peeking soon after, eyes filled with curiosity.

  First, Grey chopped aed the chocote, stirring until it reached a smooth sistency. He then added some cocoa powder, sugar, and milk into the mix, tinuing to stir until a liquid sistency, cooling it down soon after,

  More milk was added along with some id sugar to mate's taste. With a little bit of whipped cream on top, along with some chopped chocotes, marshmallows, and cocoa powder to finish it, the sweet drink was finally done.

  Of course, there were still other toppings like bits of dried fruits or some sprinkles, but Grey just left them as it is and just pced their cups atop so everyone could enjoy them however they liked. Three cups of frozen hot chocote, ready to be served.

  "Waah～! Frozen hot chocote! My favorite!" ［Yuna］

  "Hahaha. Don't you say that with every dish, Yuna?" ［Grey］

  "That's because everything Grey makes is delicious!" ［Yuna］

  The two were flirting so casually, but the princess was tilting her head. It was her first time seeing such a drink, so she couldn't help but be curious. All she knew was that it was going to be sweet and delicious.

  Lisandra didn't hesitate no more, holding the cup of chocote with both her hands as she delivered it to the mouth. A rush of sweetness and delight exploded in her mouth, a touch of cream and fluff from the whipped cream and marshmallows on top.

  "D-Delicious! I've never had a drink like this before! It's so smooth and creamy, and very sweet too! I love it!" ［Lisandra］

  Excited like a little child, the princess was, as she tio sip on the cup of frozen white chocote, a bit of whipped cream tg on her lips. Her eyes were sparkling brightly like the stars, waving her head and body left and right in delight.

  Grey and Yuna could only chuckle at the sight. She may be tomboyish, but like many of the women Grey knew, she had a sweet tooth. They soon followed Lisandra's lead, sipping in their own cups and enjoying it over a merry chatter.

  Just like that, time passed and the sun started sinking down from the sky. The warm ale sunlight graced the ground and the cool breeze shielded the city from the heat. It was a time of pead rexation.

  "Okay, that's enough rest. Let's tinue our training, Lisa." ［Yuna］

  "Eh? Five more minutes～! Five more minutes, please!" ［Lisandra］

  "No, and that's final, Young Lady. It's either you get up and walk by yourself or I'll drag you to the training grounds. What will it be, hm?" ［Yuna］

  "Uuu... Fine... I'll get up..." ［Lisandra］

  "Fufufu! Great decision!" ［Yuna］

  But like any other time, such pead leisure didn't st for long. With their bodies now well rested, it was time to resume the training and streheir bonds with the swords. Relud despair loomed in Lisandra's heart.

  And like any other time, Lisandra felt a great sense of danger prig her heart as she held her sword. Yuna remained and acted the same, but there was something quite off about her. It didn't take long before the princess figured out what it was.

  "Yuna, I was just joking before, you know? I wasn't really going to steal Grey from you... You know that, right?" ［Lisandra］

  "My～ I don't know what you mean, Lisa～ You don't o be so worried, you know? Everything will be just fine." ［Yuna］

  Yuna said with a smile, and it was then that Lisandra khere was, in fact, a o be worried about. Yuna may be gentle and g most of the time, but she is also a little possessive like any woman towards their man.

  Especially when Lisandra decred she'll make Grey the happiest man in the world. Even if it was a joke, it was something she promised to do as Grey's fiancée. She was still a little upset, sulking a little over it whilst puffing her cheeks.

  "Please go easy on me..." ［Lisandra］

  It was all over. Her training was already hard as it is, and now, she just had to run her mouth to make things more troublesome for herself. She should have just kept her mouth shut and ate her delicious lun silence. All she had was regrets.

  "Do your best, Lisa. If you survive, I'll make you another cupー No, I'll make you two cups of frozen hot chocote every after your training." ［Grey］

  "Really?! You mean it?! You o keep your words, okay?!" ［Lisandra］

  "Ehh?! Grey, what about me?!" ［Yuna］

  "Same deal! Do your best, you two!" ［Grey］

  "Un!" ［Yuna］  "Yes!" ［Lisandra］

  Well, at least she's got something to look forward to...

  CHAPTER 314 END