As the day went on, it was time for an important meeting.

A meeting where it would be decided—who won the match between Maruti and Princess Ravenna?

Just like last time, during the meeting, Princess Ravenna confessed to her wrongdoing. It was all thanks to Esdeath’s threat the night before. The difference this time was that Maruti didn’t have to go after Ethan to distract him. Caramel, now completely in love with him, had already taken on that role. With her obsessive nature, she was fully distracting Ethan without anyone’s help.

Esdeath walked through the corridors, her face blank as she thought about everything that had happened.

"I don’t think Violet will get kidnapped today," she muttered to herself. "Or maybe… she won’t get kidnapped at all? Whatever happens, it will definitely be tomorrow!"

Meanwhile, somewhere else...

Kailith had a blank expression on her face, but her mind was filled with one thought.

"She kissed someone!"

Kaelith’s eyes darkened slightly as she stared at Maruti, but she said nothing more.

Maruti, standing in front of her, sighed again and crossed her arms. "Cough… cough… Whatever. Let’s just go to the arena together now, okay?"

But once again, Kaelith refused. She simply shook her head. "No. You go first. I’ll come later."

And with that, she turned and walked away.

Maruti watched Kaelith leave, feeling a little confused.

"She’s acting weird today… Oh well, I should just go!" she thought before heading toward the arena.

At the Arena

As the matches began, the first one was just as expected—Maruti versus Kaelith.

Maruti smirked, trying to provoke Kaelith like last time. And just as before, Kaelith responded confidently.

"I’ll let you use three moves on me first," Kaelith said calmly. "After that, I will make my move once. If you survive, you win."

But Kaelith had no idea that Maruti was far smarter than she thought.

Maruti made her three moves, attacking quickly. But when it was Kaelith’s turn—

Instead of standing her ground, Maruti backed off.

She smiled, raised her hands in surrender, and accepted defeat.

The entire arena fell silent for a moment before whispers spread through the crowd.

Maruti had lost on purpose.

Kaelith’s expression darkened instantly. Even though she had won, she wasn’t happy at all. Her victory felt empty.

Her rage bubbled inside her, and in frustration, she left the match entirely.

She didn’t even stay to fight in the finals.

She stormed away from the arena, too angry to care.

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The final match had arrived—Ethan versus Esdeath.

Esdeath walked into the arena with a big smile. She was confident, and why wouldn’t she be?

She already knew what kind of moves Ethan was going to use. That made her chances of winning even higher.

And just like she expected—she won.

The fight was intense, both of them pushing their limits, but in the end, Esdeath stood victorious.

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The only difference this time was that she never revealed her Death Aura.

Last time, she had to use it as her trump card to secure victory. But this time? There was no need. She had won without it.

Of course, Ethan wasn’t fighting at his full strength either. He only went all out when he had to kill someone. And while Esdeath had a bad attitude, she wasn’t truly evil in his eyes.

The crowd erupted into cheers and gasps.

Even Lortell, who had been watching closely, was stunned.

"To think she actually won!" Lortell murmured, her eyes wide with surprise.

It hadn’t even been six months since Esdeath awakened, yet here she was—defeating strong opponents and winning the entire competition.

Back in the Dorm Room

After receiving her reward, Esdeath returned to her dorm.

She reached into her pocket and pulled out a small, glowing stone—the Warrior Spirit Essence Stone.

She stared at it, deep in thought.

"Last time, I used this and got a huge boost in my soul foundation… But it also strengthened Esdeath’s soul, which caused her to awaken."

She didn’t want that happening again.

Carefully, she placed the stone inside her storage-type Essence Stone, deciding not to use it for now.

"I don’t need to strengthen my soul right now. I can do it after the second arc!"

With that thought, she left her room and took a slow walk around the academy, her mind analyzing everything.

After about an hour, she finally returned to her dorm.

She lay on her bed, her thoughts drifting to the upcoming chaos.

"Hmm… unlike last time, Caramel hasn’t gone berserk yet. She’ll last until midnight, just like in FLF."

There was a reason why things had changed.

Last time, Maruti rejected Caramel again and again without hesitation. That had pushed Caramel over the edge, making her lose control earlier than expected.

But this time, Ethan hadn’t rejected her outright.

He wasn’t accepting her love either—just running and hiding from her.

And that made all the difference.

Caramel believed that if she kept trying, Ethan might eventually accept her.

That’s why she was holding back… for now.

But tomorrow night, everything would spiral into chaos.

Esdeath knew it all.

Still, as she lay on her bed, she smiled.

"Whatever happens tomorrow… the only thing that matters is my date with Lortell!"

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Esdeath woke up early, feeling both excited and a little nervous. Today was the day of her date with Lortell.

She quickly took a bath, the warm water washing away any sleepiness. As she dried herself, she thought about what to wear. She wasn’t sure what kind of outfit would be best, so she decided to ask Maruti for help.

After getting dressed in something simple, she sent a message to Maruti, telling her to come to the dorm room later.

And just as she had instructed, Maruti arrived.

Both of them sat on the floor, facing each other with serious expressions.

A pile of clothes and jewelry lay beside them, as if they were about to decide something of great importance—like the fate of the world.

Maruti was the first to speak.

"So, first question—what kind of outfit do you want to wear?" she asked, tilting her head.

Esdeath rolled her eyes and thought for a moment before answering.

"Something cute!" she said confidently.

Maruti blinked, surprised. "Cute? Why?"

Esdeath smirked, crossing her arms. "Because people don’t want something they already have."

Maruti frowned. "What does that even mean?"

"I mean, Lortell is the strongest in the academy. Since she’s already strong, she might not be interested in a tomboyish girl who’s full of confidence and power. Maybe she’d like a cute, weak-looking Esdeath more," she explained.

Maruti nodded slowly, considering her words. "That actually makes sense!"

Without wasting time, Maruti started digging through the pile of clothes, pulling out different sets one by one.

She made Esdeath sit in front of a large wall mirror and handed her outfit after outfit to try on.

There were crop tops, shorts, off-shoulder dresses, and elegant frocks—each one designed to make Esdeath look like a delicate maiden in love. Some were soft and sweet, while others carried a hint of seduction.

But there was a big problem.

No matter how cute the clothes were, her tattoos stood out too much.

The twin dragon tattoo on her back, the marks on her arms, and the heart-shaped one near her belly made her look too intimidating. Even in the cutest outfit, her fierce presence remained.

Esdeath sighed. "Tops can’t hide the tattoos on my belly and arms. I need something that can cover these… and my legs too."

Maruti hummed in thought, glancing at the pile again.

After a moment, her eyes lit up.

"Here! Wear this!" she said, holding up an outfit with excitement.

Then, grabbing some hair tools and jewelry, she grinned. "And as for your makeup and hairstyle—leave it to me!"

Esdeath raised an eyebrow, doubtful. "Wait… do you even know how to do this kind of stuff?"

Maruti scoffed. "Of course I do! Just trust me!"

As Maruti got to work, someone else in the room was watching them with amusement.

Selene sat in the corner, pretending to read a book, but every now and then, she stole a glance at them with a mischievous smirk.

Her eyes sparkled with mischief as she thought to herself.

"Mother is going on a date with Dad, and she thinks I wouldn’t know? Hehehe…"

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After a while , Everything was done.

In front of mirror, Esdeath sat gracefully, draped in an elegant, vintage-style white gown like frock that cascaded around her like liquid moonlight. The flowing fabric, adorned with delicate lace trims, enhanced the ethereal allure of her presence. The sleeves were long and billowy, cinched at the wrists with intricate embroidery, giving her an air of regal sophistication and also hiding her tattoos.

A striking contrast to the purity of her dress was the deep crimson lace that framed her décolletage, weaving seductive patterns against her pale skin. The bodice, modest yet enticing, hinted at an old-world charm, its delicate fabric hugging her form while leaving much to the imagination. Around her waist, a corset-like black belt adorned with golden embellishments and metal clasps cinched tightly, accentuating her silhouette with a refined yet commanding presence.

Her dark, cascading locks framed her porcelain face, complementing the opulence of her ensemble. The flickering window light cast soft shadows upon her, illuminating the gold jewelry that dangled from her ears—delicate chains that whispered secrets of aristocracy and intrigue.

Of course that was not it, Maruti also did her job. She styled her hair.

Esdeath's long, raven-black hair cascaded down her back in soft, flowing waves, framing her delicate features with an air of elegance. A few strands gracefully curled around her face, enhancing her mysterious allure. Intricate gold hairpins adorned the sides, securing sections of her hair in an ornate yet effortless style. The contrast between her dark locks and pale skin made her look both ethereal and captivating.

After everything was done, Esdeath stared at her reflection in the mirror, her eyes wide with astonishment. She slowly raised her hand, touching her cheek as if making sure the person in the mirror was really her.

Her long, silky hair was neatly styled, with soft curls framing her face. Her usual fierce and sharp gaze was softened by the delicate makeup Maruti had applied. The outfit Maruti had chosen covered her tattoos perfectly, making her look less like a warrior and more like a refined, elegant young lady.

For the first time in her life, Esdeath looked… cute.

"Wow, Predictor, how do you know all this so perfectly?" Esdeath asked, still amazed.

Maruti grinned and rubbed her nose, clearly proud of herself.

"I spent quite some time in the red-light district," she said, puffing out her chest. "After sleeping with dozens of girls, I even tried cosplaying. So many times, I was the one dressing them up to match exactly how I wanted. After a while, I just got really good at it!"

Esdeath rolled her eyes and crossed her arms. "Well, at least you have one good skill," she snorted.

She stood up and turned in a slow circle, checking her outfit from every angle. The dress flowed perfectly, the accessories sparkled just the right amount, and her overall appearance was nothing short

of stunning.

She smirked, satisfied. "Now, the only thing left is for me to act cute!"

But the moment she thought about it, her smirk faded.

Her fingers twitched slightly, and her face turned a little pale.

She looked at herself in the mirror again, but this time, instead of admiration, doubt filled her eyes.

"Wait… how does someone act cute?"

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Here's an reference image of Esdeath rn....

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