The Hero Kicked Me Out of His Party, So I Turned Him into My Maid - Chapter 70

Ariel looked at Brienne behind her. Brienne’s eyes were empty as she looked at the mirror image, showing little emotion.

However, Ariel always felt that Brienne did indeed have some feelings, as if it was when they fought side by side.

That was probably the maid’s feelings for her master.

Of course, these monsters were nothing compared to the team.

Whether it’s Lise’s ice magic that can freeze everything and subtly create a domain, Luna’s earth magic that can manipulate the terrain and use the dungeon for her own purposes, or Mira’s unparalleled melee ability that allows her entire body to “transform,” all of them surpass the strength of monsters.

Lise and the other two didn’t let Ariel fight. They said that Ariel had just exerted the most effort and should rest.

Ariel naturally accepted her companions’ kindness. These were companions with whom she could confide in each other; this was the feeling of bond.

Soon, the team reached the final altar.

There were no other teams around the altar, and no crystals on it, indicating that Ariel’s team was the first to arrive.

Victory is just one step away. Simply bind the crystal to the finish line altar now, and you will be the winner.

With superior synergy and delivery speed compared to other teams, they are highly likely to be number one. Combined with their written test scores, securing a top-three finish in the grade is not a problem, and they might even be able to compete for first place.

“That’s not right…”

The crystal is now bound to Mira. Mira tries to touch the altar, but a cold, emotionless voice comes from the surroundings:

[Final Test: Only the person among you who touches the altar will pass the test. Only one person is allowed to touch the altar at a time. Please make a decision as soon as possible, or the entire team will be eliminated. Countdown: 3:00.]

Mira immediately pulled her hand back as if she had touched a flame, and touched her chest:

“That scared me to death! Luckily, I didn’t touch the altar too quickly.”

[Countdown: 2:57]

Is this forcing us to make a decision?

Ariel gritted her teeth.

While you can get a lot of bonuses from the bonds in the beginning, this part tests those bonds.

Mira shook her head:

“I don’t really care. I was originally at the bottom of the grade, and I only got here because of your help. If I’m eliminated, being in the middle of the grade is still okay, within my expectations.”

Mira stepped back repeatedly, making way for the spot in front of the altar where she had pressed her handprint.

Lise also crossed her arms and spoke calmly:

“The top student in the grade has no other ambitions; he’s only here to help Ariel.”

Mira and Lise both indicated that they were giving up.

Ariel looked at Luna. It seemed this was going to be a decision between Luna and herself regarding who would finish and who would be eliminated.

Luna touched the staff in her hand and the badge of the head of the disciplinary committee on her chest, and said:

“I cannot accept being in the middle of the grade. If that’s the case, I can’t continue to serve as the head of the disciplinary committee.”

Mira wanted to retort that Alyssa clearly needed first place more, because if she didn’t get first place and her grades were placed in the middle of the grade, she would definitely be expelled.

Ariel had told Mira about her family and her father, who had become a woman.

If you don’t make a name for yourself, you have to go home. Going home means facing that god-like father, and you might even become a sacrifice to the star god. So naturally, you can’t go back.

However, Mira thought for a moment and realized that Luna must have her own reasons. She could only look at Ariel with concern.

Ariel’s expression was somewhat unpleasant; she hadn’t expected Luna to choose to compete with her for this position.

“Luna…senpai, I have my reasons too. You should know who my father is.”

Luna waved her hand, seemingly unconcerned.

“Isn’t your father the agent of the Star God three hundred years ago? Now that she has no body, she can only live in the Star Realm, so she won’t affect me.”

Ariel gritted her teeth and continued:

“But do you know that if I’m expelled, my father will capture me and take me to the Astral Plane, where I’ll live with her forever? I might even be used as a sacrifice to maintain the Astral Plane’s existence?”

Luna shook her head and said, word by word:

“I said, that has nothing to do with me. Without the position of head of the disciplinary committee, I would have little say in the family succession process.”

Ariel frowned.

No, this is not something Luna could say.

Luna never cared about family matters; she only cared about rules and research.

So, what does it mean that she suddenly said something like that…?

By the way, the academy’s teachers will be observing everything happening in the illusion from outside. The first team to arrive at the altar will definitely be under their close watch; they might even be speculating who will abandon their companions, make contact with the altar, and become the victor.

Furthermore, there have been instances in the past where teachers have interfered with students’ plans; Luna’s statement is likely intended to…

Then we mustn’t fall into their trap.

Speaking of which, it’s quite a strange test to suddenly break up bonds during a test that emphasizes bonds.

Could it be that…

[Countdown 1:30.]

Ariel said something to Brienne beside her.

Then, Ariel shouted:

“Senior Luna, I have regained some of my original power, and I don’t mind resolving this matter with force.”

Luna smiled:

“Alright, let’s go!”

Ariel and Luna started their attacks simultaneously, then exchanged blows using their second-stage magic.

Brienne approached Mila and Lysser and whispered Ariel’s plan to them.

Mira, initially confused and frustrated, wanted to stop the two, but upon hearing Brienne’s words, she suddenly understood and instantly felt relieved:

“As expected of Ariel… I could never have imagined such logic even if I thought about it my whole life.”

Lise also showed a look of relief.

[Countdown 00:30.]

The teachers were somewhat gloating.

That’s right, this test was added on the spot.

They didn’t want Ariel’s team to clear the level so quickly, and they also doubted the 92 points of affinity.

Where can you find teams that have just been formed and already have a bond level of 92?

Seeing that there was only half a minute left, the teachers felt a sense of accomplishment, as if their little scheme had succeeded.

Then, Alyssa’s team’s actions left them dumbfounded.

The four members of the team suddenly exerted their strength together, walked towards the altar, and then touched the altar with their hands clasped together.

[WARNING: Do not touch the altars simultaneously, or you risk being eliminated. Countdown: 00:20.]

Ariel laughed:

“What risks? We’re ignoring all risks! Do you really want to eliminate us, teachers? We’re clearly the real number one. And the second-place team hasn’t even arrived yet; we’re far ahead!”

“Dean of the Academy…”

The teacher in charge of the illusions pleaded with Gavin for a decision.

Gavin nodded in satisfaction.

[Countdown 00:05…]

[Countdown 00:04…]

[Countdown 00:03…]

Time froze at the last three seconds.

At the last moment, Ariel’s team passed the team test with the highest score.

Gavin noticed that the bond value on the squad crystal had also changed to 99.