System vs Rebirth

Since they had reached an agreement, Noel and Milfa finally shook their hands, sealing the deal.

Milfa didn't realize that Noel had ended up taking the initiative in their conversation like what Milfa did with the other two captains.

There was one weapon Milfa could use previously, which was to show her loyalty to the Demon Banner Army. As long as she mentioned that her loyalty would remain in the Demon Banner Army, Noel would stop bothering her.

But it was already too late. Noel ended up taking the initiative and forced her to give that promise. There was no taking back after this.

Milfa soon realized that option once Noel fell silent, but she knew it was impossible to redo everything. She could only resign to her fate, swearing that she wouldn't be swayed by Noel.

Though, there was no telling whether she would become one of his vassals or not. After all, even if she wasn't there, Dimitri was still with him.

After that realization, Noel finally lessened the mood by explaining the situation around the facility. This was their original goal after all.

Milfa also saw how meticulous Noel was in his work. He had done a lot of research after his first investigation and even put up a few hypotheses regarding the current situation.

With all the details he provided, it seemed that the rest of the explorations would have an easier time.

After finishing their business outside, they finally returned to the fort. Milfa had to take her time to prepare for the exploration after all. Even with her strength, taking an exploration lightly would cost her dearly.

it didn't change the fact that Milfa was stressed about the agreement with

ended up coming to Clara with a frustrated

knight of yours?" Milfa asked with a serious

in confusion. "Huh?

a sigh. She couldn't really talk about the agreement or Dimitri, so she ended up falling

I'm just making this sure… Have my knight brought you some displeasures? If that's the case, I

that's not it." Milfa scratched the back of

true that Noel was scary at those times, but it didn't change the fact that his

joyous moment that she

became like this meant the showdown had ended. Milfa ended up getting annoyed by Noel, meaning she had won the bet. She was laughing inwardly, preparing to

really care. Besides, it doesn't change the fact that he has given us a lot of progress in the exploration. So, if you are trying to abuse your authority, even if you are stronger than me, I'm going to

was really nothing I could complain about right now. Anyway, he's quite amazing, so I'm going to

are the best in the area. So, I'll leave him to you." Clara nodded without hesitation. It was beneficial

smiling inwardly. She had

wait, Noel Ardagan. I'm going to 'teach' you

she was a 'bit' annoying when she taught people. She was smart and sensible enough to

counterattack. As long

approval, Milfa left the tent, ready for the

preparation and recovery two days later. The exploration

point even a small mistake like moving a small debris and causing a sound that was hard to hear