I Ascend to the Divine Throne through Arcane Means
Chapter 930 - 562: Sharing Among Girls_2

This feeling is somewhat not pleasant...

The longer Taya spent with Lis, the more she enjoyed that sweet feeling of being cared for, but it also gave rise to a sense of crisis.

Always being taken care of by Lis, Taya also wanted to do something to help him.

But Lis knew too much...

Everything Taya knew, Lis knew too; and many things Lis knew, Taya didn't.

If when they first met, Taya could still guide Lis in the cultivation of the Warrior profession, now there was almost no difference in their levels.

If there were any, it was more due to differences in talent and points.

Did Lis learn too quickly?

Compared to him, Taya always felt a little bit silly.

Taya lay by the window and sighed, her smooth, blood-red hair sliding across her exquisite cheeks, her fingers unconsciously playing with the ends, yet unable to dispel the little frustration in her heart.

She thought the teacher-student dynamic between her and Lis could last longer, but she didn't expect Lis to master most of her skills so quickly.

Those he couldn't master were all abilities with prerequisites for use.

"Ah~ When will I break through to Legend?"

Taya murmured, realizing that only by becoming a Legend could she be one step ahead of Lis.

By then, it wouldn't be Lis taking care of her, but she looking after him.

Taya could feel there was only a thin veil separating her from Legend, and she could break through at any moment.

But it was this final gap that might forever hinder her progress.

Just as Taya was feeling bored, the door was gently knocked.

"Who could it be at this time?"

Taya was a bit curious, knowing it certainly wasn't Lis knocking at the door now.

She walked over to the door, opened it, and saw Jue, dressed in a maid's outfit, standing outside.

She was holding two cups in her hands, filled with a light green liquid.

"Excuse me, Miss Taya."

Jue's face was slightly red as she said somewhat shyly:

"Sorry to disturb you so late; I personally prepared a drink called [Jade Dream], hoping it will bring you and Mr. Lis a good night's dream."

After much thought, Jue decided to come knocking on Lis and Taya's door so late.

The Gold Coin she received from Lis today felt like a "fortune" to her.

After all, unlike the beautiful sisters in the tavern, she couldn't just receive tips from customers by keeping them company.

With her plain looks, she could only earn a few copper coins as tips from some guests with her attentive service.

Receiving a Gold Coin for the first time made Jue both elated and a bit worried.

She always felt a bit undeserving, after all, she had only done what she had to do.

So Jue wanted to do something for Lis and Taya.

Luckily, these days, Old Milo had been in a good mood and taught her a few drink mixing methods, so she tried making two of the best-looking [Jade Dream] drinks as a token of gratitude for Lis and Taya.

"I see~"

Taya looked at Jue and the drinks in her hands with a bit of curiosity.

After a moment of thought, Taya took one [Jade Dream] from Jue's hand, then took Jue's small hand and led her into the room.

"Ah, Miss Taya, what are you doing?"

Jue was caught off guard, being led forward by Taya without any chance to resist, trying hard to keep hold of the remaining [Jade Dream] in her hand.

"Thank you, Jue."

Taya said with a smile to Jue, her gray-purple eyes slightly squinting.

"Since Lis isn't here, I have plenty of good food; let me treat you!"

Taya said generously, catching Jue completely off guard.

"No need, Miss Taya, I still have things to..."

Jue waved her hands repeatedly, somewhat embarrassedly saying.

From both Lis and Taya's appearances, clothing, and aura, Jue was very aware that they were not ordinary people.

If not Transcendent Professionals, then they were Nobles.

Either way, they were not someone of her low status could afford to provoke.

"It's okay!"

Taya placed both hands on Jue's shoulders, making her sit on the chair by the table, and said with a smile:

"Look, so many snacks, I can't finish them all by myself."

Taya really liked sharing snacks with others; the joy of enjoying food together was much greater than eating alone.

And for some unknown reason, when Taya looked at Jue, there was an inexplicable desire to get closer.

Unable to break free from Taya's hold, Jue could only carefully place the cup she was holding on the table and look at the table full of desserts.

The table was like a sweet feast, filled with all sorts of cakes and snacks, the air filled with an enticing and sweet aroma.

The cake adorned with fresh strawberries is exceptionally eye-catching, the bright red strawberries embedded like gemstones within the delicate cream, both vibrant and enticing, as if you can smell the unique fresh fruit fragrance of strawberries mingling with the rich sweetness of the cream.

On the plate beside it are cookies emanating a pure wheat fragrance, golden and crispy, each one like a field kissed by sunlight, exuding a simple yet warm aura.

Besides those, there are stacks of macarons, colorful and cute, as well as chocolate mousse, tiramisu, fruit tarts...

Jue felt her eyes were overwhelmed for a moment, these desserts were far more exquisite than what the inn provided.

Is this the kind of gourmet meal those foreign Nobles indulge in?

For a moment, Jue didn't know if she should reach out.

Taya took a sip from her [Jade Dream], the refreshing and sweet taste made her quite fond of it.

Noticing Jue's demeanor, Taya picked up a piece of strawberry cake and placed it in front of Jue.

"Come on, eat it, if you don't it will spoil soon."

"...Oh."

Feeling Taya's kindness, Jue nodded in response.

Picking up the fork beside her, Jue started to savor the delicate strawberry cake in front of her.

Putting the cake mixed with white cream into her mouth, the soft and springy texture melted in Jue's mouth like a cloud in early spring, carrying a gentle yet unassuming sweetness; the fine cream was as silky as satin, tightly connected to the cake yet maintaining a subtle layering. The fragrant sweetness of the cream intertwined with the cake's softness, and the unique fresh fruit fragrance of strawberries mingled with the rich sweetness of the cream, teasing every taste bud it passed by.

"It's so delicious."

Jue covered her mouth, her cheeks slightly flushed, her eyes sparkling, speaking muddled.

What girl could resist a sweet cake?

She had never tasted anything so good, as if a new world had opened before her.

"Delicious, huh～"

Taya nodded in strong agreement, saying happily:

"This was specially made for me by Lis!"

"Ah, Mr. Lis specially made it for you; is it inappropriate for me to eat it...?"

Jue hadn't expected this; she hadn't anticipated that it was made by him personally.

"It's fine, Jue, aren't you treating me to this drink?"

"It tastes great, I really like it!"

Taya waved her hand nonchalantly.

"I'm glad you like it."

The tension on Jue's face eased a bit as she nodded.

Looking at the tempting strawberry cake in front, she couldn't help but cut another slice and put it in her mouth, feeling that heart-soothing sweetness.

"Don't use honorifics with me, just call me Taya, we should be about the same age."

"Wasn't I calling you by your name?"

"...I got it, Taya."

Feeling Taya's closeness, Jue nodded and replied softly.

"Mr. Lis made so many desserts for you, he must really love you, huh?"

"...Of course!"

Taya's face was slightly flushed but she nodded in acknowledgment.

"What about you, Jue, do you have someone you fancy?"

Faced with Taya's question, Jue somewhat bashfully responded in a low voice:

"...I do, but I don't know when he'll be back."

"You really do!"

"What's his name?"

Taya instantly became excited and pressed further on Jue.

Facing Taya's inquiry, Jue's face became increasingly red, yet she didn't know how to refuse Taya, so she could only answer even more softly:

"His name is Kazeri, he went out to train with a caravan that passed by us."

"He must be quite remarkable, otherwise you wouldn't be charmed by him, Jue?"

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Taya nodded, speaking affirmatively.

"Not really, it's just a tiny bit of fondness."

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Jue covered her face with both hands, her cheeks already somewhat flushed.

...

The two girls happily shared delicious desserts, while Lis was standing on the rooftop outside the window, enjoying the cool breeze, silently observing the two close companions through the window.

What's going on?

I just stepped away for a moment, how did Taya manage to almost finish the entire main heroine path?