Chapter 28 - On The Flower of Lightning (3)

Once Ena's presence was confirmed, there was no time to waste.

Acel immediately told Plum he would go with her, and she started moving after recovering from her surprise. Acel followed behind her.

The academy's main building was located in the center of the city. Although not many students remained inside due to the ongoing vacation, some students living in dormitories were still around. Girls sitting on benches and chatting quietly tilted their heads curiously as they saw Plum running urgently.

"Assistant Professor Plum? Where are you going in such a hurry? By the way, do you know what that lightning just now was?"

"I'll tell you later!"

Plum dismissed their questions and ran into the academy building. Assistant professors and student assistants preparing for the semester greeted her, but instead of answering, she made it clear she was busy as she went up to the upper floors of the building. As a result, their expressions became awkward.

Plum had no choice. She had never met Ena directly, but she had often heard rumors about her temperament.

A monster who frequently participated in devil subjugation wars and labyrinth explorations, greatly increasing her magical power at the cost of morality and humanity. A cold-blooded person who never hesitated to take a life and didn't give affection to anyone. A superhuman who prioritized violence over dialogue.

The headmistress always spoke of Ena like this, and Plum's perception of Ena naturally became negative.

"No...!"...