Taming The Villainesses novel Chapter 155

(EP-155.1) Aspect #8

155 – New Aspect #8

Mirna appeared eager to shift the subject.

“Everyone will talk about this trial by combat. It might go down in history. It’s going to be a crucial moment, so whose name will you put forward?”

“A name, huh?”

Having finished her meal, Aira elegantly wiped her mouth with a handkerchief and lightly replied.

“I’m considering it. However, there seems to be quite a willing few. If you have something to say, then don’t dally and just directly come forward.”

“Who are you talking to?”

Mirna looked around, puzzled.

Plop.

Something gently landed on the floor from the high ceiling. It was a woman wearing a brown leather jacket, a leopard-print bra top, tight pants, and high-heeled boots.

She had luscious purple hair and the pointed ears of an Elf. It was Professor Stella.

Where did she come from all of a sudden? Was she stuck to the ceiling?

“Queen Tarantera.”

Stella Bellhawk said to Aira. Of course, Aira didn’t even spare her a glance and simply took a sip from her glass.

“As I said in my letter, the Bellhawk Family and I have no involvement in this incident. I did invite their party, that’s true... But I had no idea something like this would happen!”

Stella Belhawk claimed her innocence regarding the recent ambush. From what she was saying, it seemed that she had already sent a letter to Aira through something like a messenger pigeon.

“I will be your champion. That will prove my innocence.”

“Hm, the prairie fairy is going to be my champion?”

Aira seemed intrigued by her suggestion. I guessed it was unexpected for Stella, the Young Lady of the Bellhawk Family, to volunteer as a champion.

However, from Stella’s perspective, it made sense.

With this recent attack on the Queen, her standing within the family would further deteriorate. She probably wanted to prove her innocence and usefulness at the same time.

If she were to win as a champion, she would gain fame, honor, and a clear validation of her skills. So, in many ways, it would be beneficial for Stella.

She certainly wasn’t lazy or lacking in intelligence.

But Aira’s words were quite harsh.

“Even if it’s not you, there are many people who would want to fight for me, the Queen. So why should I choose you instead of others?”

Indeed, there were many ~Nоvеl𝕚ght~ who would want to be Aira’s champion.

Even Elga wanted to fight.

Given that the stage was set in a globally recognized event involving the Queen, it was probably known by all what kind of honor and glory they’d gain if they emerged victorious.

“Tell me, Stella Bellhawk. What will I gain from choosing you?”

Aira’s question was sharp.

Why should she choose Stella Bellhawk? In other words, appeal yourself to the queen, what was your selling points.

Stella, seemingly taken aback by the question, quickly glanced around. She probably knew that there were many ears listening.

Stella appeared somewhat uneasy, but she soon spoke in a low voice, as if trying to shake it off.