The unique power of the Queen of the Night is to wear a mask to avoid the sun's rays touching her skin, right?

"This is one of my powers, the supreme privilege of the power of shadows."

Juxi was also grateful that he was saved by the principal's power.

"I'm telling you, just because of this, it doesn't mean I owe you a favor!"

He wouldn't let himself be led by the nose by the Masked Woman.

But even with such a difficult attitude, it didn't have much effect on the Masked Woman.

On the contrary, she appreciated Juxi's resolute attitude.

"A very clever choice... The reason we met is all fate..."

"No..."

Although Juxi's complexion had improved, he firmly rejected the Masked Woman's words.

"This is not fate, this is the result of our efforts, even fate is the same."

"Hehe, is that so?"

The Masked Woman gently stroked his hair, this unique and extraordinary tenderness seemed familiar.

Juxi could tell that the Masked Woman had just laughed, she always... never forgot to tease Juxi.

"Even if there are contradictions, it's still the same?"

"Yes."

Juxi admitted it gladly, there was no sadness on his face. Can someone who has experienced sadness also become tired of it?

The Masked Woman could only silently admire him in her heart.

"I really don't understand why you sacrifice so much for so many people, you're really an irredeemable fool!"

"You're wrong, it's not just for people, besides... people are already powerful enough, they don't need saving."

"Uh... I see."

This time it was her turn to be surprised, although the Masked Woman understood what Juxi said.

Yes, humans are nothing more than creatures who can easily sell their souls for money and power.

If they are considered people who need saving, then at most, their fallen souls must be saved!

"Humans are just repeating themselves, in this life, they may be oppressed and then revolt, but in the next life, they will oppress others and become the new rulers."

"You carry too much burden, Juxi... It's great to have a cup of hot coffee to ease your mind."

The Masked Woman took out a pot of freshly brewed hot coffee and two empty tea cups from the treehouse and placed them in front of Juxi.

"There... there's really coffee to drink?"

"Of course, do I seem untrustworthy to you?"

From her tone, it sounded like she was angry, and even the mask on her face was slightly tilted.

Realizing this, she immediately reached into her robe and hurriedly adjusted it.

Perhaps this action hit a funny bone in Juxi.

"Ha, um..."

Juxi tried to cover his mouth with his hand to prevent himself from laughing out loud, but it was too late.

"Hey, why are you staring at me!"

She asked Juxi angrily, who had just caught his breath, and Juxi didn't try to hide it at all.

He boldly spoke his mind in front of the principal.

"...Hehe, I didn't expect the principal to have such a cute side."

"You... flattery, you haven't even seen my face! How would you know if I'm cute?"

As she spoke, she even made a move to hit Juxi.

Seeing the situation was not good, Juxi quickly waved his hands.

"Wait a minute, your voice is really cute." The Masked Woman couldn't help but feel a little flattered, as it was the first time she had been called cute.

"...Really? I'm cute?"

"Yes, of course, like your voice...!"

Although it was a pity that her face and figure couldn't be seen, her voice was particularly pleasant to listen to, and there was no need to question that.

It was already deep winter, and a thick layer of ice had formed on the windows outside, while the windows inside were adorned with frost patterns. Many animals were busy preparing for winter.

By the way, I took out a sheet of paper about the habits of the Dragon Bird Beast from the brown leather bag hanging from my right waist.

"Hmm, it seems to be a creature with extremely strong attacking power... huh?"

There was a very clear note at the bottom of the sheet: a type of monster that needs to hibernate, and will return to its nest to sleep during deep winter...

Something seemed off. Why would a Bird Dragon Beast attack a merchant's livestock? The note clearly indicated that Dragon Bird Beasts were relatively gentle and would not attack unless provoked. But it was outrageous for it to harm anything.

It seemed necessary to investigate thoroughly!

So, I put away the piece of paper for future reference.

The academy had many special things, such as the horse stable exclusively for students. My mount was taken in by the caretaker here after the song of destruction played by Lucifer.

Not only did I survive, but even my horse, Winged, was allowed to stay in the new world as a non-Evil Entity.

"Hey, Winged!"

It was dinner time for Winged, but my horse was still very accommodating.

Whenever it saw me, it would neigh repeatedly.

"How have you been lately?"

Only my horse would love me at a time like this, my dear horse!

I patted Winged's backside and looked at it affectionately. If it weren't for it, I would have died long ago!

And...

"I'm sorry for getting you injured so badly!"

I reached out and stroked Winged's brown fur, comforting it softly.

"I have a mission to complete. Can you lend me a hand, Winged?"

This mission was quite far away, and relying solely on physical strength would only consume most of my remaining combat power. But with the help of Winged, bestowed by the gods, not only did it recover to its best condition, but it also possessed a very powerful divine consciousness!

"Okay."

With divine consciousness, Winged was like this now, having its own thoughts.

"It seems we need to communicate well and spend more time together."

"Yes, you come to talk to me during mealtime every day. How can we have a chance to bond?"

"Well, you know I'm a student, right? A student! Don't always blame me for everything. Are you a female?"

"Yes, are you a male?!"

Tch, arguing with a horse, even if it's a female, I won't be able to survive in school if this gets out.

I simply sat down by the trough next to the horse stable and explained some of the tasks we were about to complete.

"...Do you understand? When that time comes, you stay far away and eat your grass. Don't get accidentally injured by Dragon Bird Beasts, or I won't have time to save you."

"Do I still need you to save me? This joke is making me want to vomit!"

"What do you mean by that?"

"If we're talking about strength, I'm definitely stronger than you by more than just a little bit!"

Although Wings is a horse and cannot show human facial expressions, it still shows some dissatisfaction with my behavior.

From its tone, I can tell that I am being looked down upon...

Oh my! This always happens. Can't I just be cool for once?

When I came out of the horse stable, the heavy snow had already stopped.

"Has it stopped... snowing?"

I wonder if Yukari has safely returned to the dormitory. I wonder if she caught a cold or fever from being in the heavy snow... I wonder...

"Mm! Mm!"

I shook my head. Why am I only thinking about her?

"Could it be... I like her?!"

I like her unadorned long hair, I like her well-proportioned figure... Ah, no, I'm not that shallow!

Oh dear, this is so embarrassing. I quickly covered my cheeks with both hands.

Hmph, that ignorant person is still following me!

"Come out, or I'll blast that tree into pieces and make you regret it!"

"Ah, youth."

The woman hiding behind the tree slowly emerged from the shadows.

Her red twin ponytails flickered like flames, and her crimson eyes seemed to pierce me with telepathy every time we made eye contact.

"You... Teacher Fuyu?"

Wearing a loose black windbreaker, she looked like a demon descending from the sky. It seems like she has been observing me for a long time.

The situation confused me even more. Did she see everything I was imagining just now?

"That's right, and I heard all about your embarrassing situation!"

"...Ah?"

She can read my mind?!

"How do you know so much? How much did you eavesdrop on?"

"Oh dear, oh dear, who is the little girl you've fallen for? By the way, that poor little girl you like... being pursued by a frustrated beast..."

"Your sarcasm is enough, Teacher!"

I didn't quite understand her idea of a correct love concept, but that's not important right now!

What is this burning passion? Or was I just longing for these things in the beginning?

"To put it simply, you're just an immature brat. I won't tease you anymore."

"Of course, I knew you were playing with me from the beginning. So... do you need something?"

"Is that so... Did you fulfill your end of the deal from last time, providing me with information?"

"Um, can we postpone it for a few more days?"

"Postpone it? Sure, but don't forget, okay?"

...It's unbearable to look at, but it's really difficult to handle Teacher Fuyu's request.

She actually asked me to go to the Birdragon's nest and bring back two eggs. It's really troublesome.

But if this commission can be carried out smoothly, Teacher Fuyu should take half of the credit. It's reasonable to find a Birdragon egg or something.

"When I complete that C-rank commission, I'll do it for you, okay?"

"Great, then I'll leave it to you, Paroni!"

I was just surprised, but when I think about it, she is Teacher Fuyu, who is a bit crazy. She is on the school's blacklist, one of the top ten people you shouldn't associate with, and a person you should never get involved with!

Moreover, I have heard people say that Teacher Dongyi conducts some extremely cruel experiments in private. It is truly unbelievable to see how harmless and reasonable she appears on the surface in her interactions with others.

Although Teacher Dongyi lacks the mature beauty that a woman should possess, she can at least be described as having a youthful appearance... or maybe not? Her cup size can hardly be called "huge," not even close...

"Hmph, it seems like you're thinking about something lewd and disrespectful, aren't you?!"

"Thinking like that, using these words to describe a teacher, aren't you being too extreme... hehehe!"

"No, it doesn't matter how you think about it."

Truly an experienced teacher, she saw through my little tricks at a glance. She is not to be underestimated, as I could easily fall into her trap.

"Yes, is there anything else?"

"No, but there is..."

Suddenly, Teacher Dongyi's voice abruptly stopped, and she pursed her lips as if hesitating to speak.

I was puzzled. How did the atmosphere change so quickly?

Teacher Dongyi slowly reached deeper into her own clothing. Could that be her underwear?

"Hehe, actually, the reason I called you here this time..."