The Hero Kicked Me Out of His Party, So I Turned Him into My Maid - Chapter 29

Having heard Brian’s description, Alyssa guessed that it was probably the 325th floor of the dungeon where they had failed.

I had expected it all along; they all considered their support abilities as their own strength.

Especially Vera. If she had been willing to set aside her petty jealousy and choose to release her support magic at a different time, she would have known long ago just how good Vera’s supposedly amazing support abilities really were.

“It’s a pity Vera isn’t here. However, as a mature mage, Vera can learn a deterioration spell.”

“When the mirror image is being copied, cast a deterioration spell on it. After the copy is complete, actively remove the deterioration. Combined with its own support magic, I think defeating the mirror image will be a piece of cake.”

Fu Rongyuan shifted her gaze to Karina, while Ariel had no interest in the exquisitely textured, superior fox tail at this moment:

“Miss Karina, you have fox-human hybrid blood and are skilled in mental magic. I think you can temporarily seal your mind at that time and restore it after the mirror body is successfully copied. Then, what you will have is an empty shell without a mind.”

Karina nodded in satisfaction. Whether it was the attitude Fu Rongyuan displayed in her previous words, her status as a fellow noble, or her sufficient strength, Karina had already decided in her heart to join the team.

Finally, Fu Rongyuan looked at Brian and smiled:

“Brave warrior, if you are worried about copying the Holy Sword…”

Brian gripped the holy sword tighter and unconsciously swallowed.

“Then let’s just put the Holy Sword away for now.”

“I will not abandon the Holy Sword!”

Brian continued, his body trembling slightly, his facial muscles stiffening.

Seemingly startled by the hero’s sudden and strange reaction, Fu Rongyuan took a step back, a look of fear creeping onto her face:

“Hero, what I mean is, temporarily place the Holy Sword where it is not in your body.”

“The Holy Sword is different from other weapons; without a hero wielding it, it cannot unleash its power. Once separated from the hero, it ceases to be a weapon and cannot be copied by a mirror image…”

Of course, Furong Yuan’s reaction was feigned.

Anyone who fought alongside Brian knows his obsession with the Holy Sword, which can drive him to madness.

Therefore, Ariel instructed Fleur Yuan to say that just now, deliberately wanting to see Brian’s expected stress response.

Anyway, you’ll probably never have the chance to get your hands on the Holy Sword again…

Brian released the Holy Sword, realizing that what Fu Rongyuan said made a lot of sense.

Compared to Viviana’s seemingly good but actually theoretical answer that lacked practical application, Furong Yuan’s answer was far superior and completely outclassed.

Fu Rongyuan’s starting point from the mirror image itself demonstrates his deep understanding of the dungeon; only someone who has personally descended upon it could possess such clarity.

Moreover, Fu Rongyuan also gave targeted and feasible suggestions to each member of the team, which further demonstrates that he can play a greater role in the team.

In any case, choosing this Furong Yuan was the right decision.

Another point is that although Fu Rongyuan is a man, he looks too much like a woman.

It should be noted that in the aesthetics of human society, this kind of androgynous appearance is the least popular.

This also means that Furong Yuan joining the team won’t steal the hearts of the other three women, so she’s safe.

The scholars were convinced, and even the imposing figures of Kane and Viviana above the square seemed less imposing.

Scholars, adhering to rigorous academic principles, are the most receptive to such obvious comparisons.

Because strength is strength, weakness is weakness, right is right, and wrong is wrong—this is precisely the philosophy of learning that Kane teaches his successors.

Kane bowed and said:

“Brave one, there is still a gap between my beloved disciple and Fu Rongyuan. We voluntarily withdraw from the selection.”

Viviana quickly supported Kane’s trembling body and then closed the gem.

Only Brian and Fu Rongyuan’s projections remained in the square.

Brian cleared his throat, regaining his domineering aura:

“If there are any other qualified scholars, they are welcome to participate in the selection process.”

After Brian finished speaking, the square fell silent.

“Therefore, I hereby declare that Yuan Kalech has officially become a member of our team as a scholar!”

In an instant, all eyes were on Furong Yuan.

Fu Rongyuan stood tall, calmly accepting the gazes, praise, and honors.

Why not accept it calmly? This is what I deserve! I am a genius, a genius who can join the hero’s team twice under different identities!

On this day, Fu Rongyuan’s name spread from the capital to within and beyond the kingdom.

People asked in disbelief, “Who is Furong Yuan?”

When they went to the Kalechi family to verify, Baron Thousand Kalechi said that his son was usually low-key but very strong, and he was not surprised at all that the hero team had chosen him.

People believed him. They just didn’t notice the black mist that rarely emanated from Baron Thousand Kaleich.

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On the outskirts of the royal capital, the hero’s secret base

Passing by the place where he was assassinated, the blood-stained fallen leaves had long since been covered up.

But I will never forget it.

Now that I’ve rejoined the Hero Squad, I must find this person who hates me so much and get my revenge.

Walking along the familiar path, Brian led the way, Karina followed closely behind, and Sharina trailed behind, her eyes always fixed on the hero.

Fu Rongyuan pretended to be a first-time visitor, observing the falling leaves all around her, and sighed:

“There are actually places like this on the outskirts of the capital.”

“Because this is a secret location I chose.”

Brian turned back to look at Furong Yuan with a smug expression:

“Furthermore, I asked the Grand Mage of the Palace, who is also Karina’s grandfather, to personally set up a barrier to hide our usual hideout. I’m afraid not only humans, but also demons won’t be able to find it.”

This is a lie!

Ariel spat out a “pui” on her way back to the academy.

Don’t think you didn’t see you and the Demon King being intimate here. With Evelyn’s power, she probably already found out.

Sharina felt the hero’s gaze sweep over her, blinked, and tidied her hair at her temples.

“To be honest, my childhood dream was to become a Grand Mage of the Palace. It wasn’t until I discovered that I wasn’t particularly talented that I began to focus my energy on studying knowledge.”

Fu Rongyuan created a persona for herself that she had prepared in advance.

“But you are so young and you can use fourth-level magic. Your talent is stronger than many people.”

Brian continued chatting with Furong Yuan.

“Hero, I dare not accept such praise. I’ve heard that the Royal Academy has a genius who, upon entering at the age of 16, can already unleash many fourth-tier spells…”

That’s right, this is Ariel herself!

“…I am already 25 years old this year, and I only know three fourth-level spells. I think all of you have stronger magical talents than me.”

“Age-wise, we should call you brother…”

Karina suddenly joked.

“No, no, Miss Karina, I can’t accept this. How could a daughter of the Tafflin family call me, a lowly nobleman from the countryside, her brother…”

Karina covered her mouth, and her white fox tail spun twice.

It seems this person knows his place well enough, much better than that good-for-nothing Alyssa.