Chapter 116
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Volume 3 + Chapter 116: Unacceptable
Lia stood to the side, watching the interaction between Xia Yi and Yue Liu.
No matter how hard she tried, she couldn’t understand—why did Xia Yi feel no guilt at all?
She had rejected her invitation.
How could she still be so carefree now?
Negative emotions churned violently in the heart of the Schubert family’s young lady.
She hated this feeling intensely.
What she wanted should rightfully be hers.
She had the urge to rush over and demand an answer from Xia Yi—how dare she reject her invitation back then?
“When will you be back?”
“I don’t know… It shouldn’t take too long for me, right?”
Xia Yi didn’t notice Lia’s presence and continued chatting with Yue Liu.
“Yue Liu and Xia Yi seem really close, huh?”
“Yeah, I thought they’d be fighting, but they actually get along really well.”
“Maybe they’re already a couple in secret—you know what they say, ‘couples quarrel, but the bed sees them reconcile’?”
“Haha, you sure know a lot. Are you actually shipping them?”
Nearby, people were commenting on what they had just seen with great interest.
After all, Xia Yi was currently one of Laurel Institute’s most talked-about figures. Everything she did sparked discussion, and most importantly, the impression she had made at the freshman social was outstanding, changing many people’s opinions of her.
These were just casual remarks from passersby.
But Lia overheard them, and to the listener, they carried weight.
Every word sent even stronger ripples through her heart.
“No!”
Lia felt that girl was utterly unworthy of standing by Xia Yi’s side.
Why did everyone else think otherwise?
Xia Yi should have been hers.
Her noble upbringing ultimately prevented her from acting impulsively. She maintained her composure and chose to leave.
…
Lia returned to the manor the Schubert family had rented within Laurel Institute.
Due to Anthony’s actions at the freshman social, the manor had been damaged and was currently undergoing repairs.
The costs would naturally be borne by Anthony’s family, and given their heir’s misconduct, they would likely face further charges and penalties.
But none of this concerned Lia. Right now, she had no mind for such matters.
“Young Lady Lia, you’ve returned.”
The Schubert family servants hurried to greet her with bows, as if they had something to report.
“Young Lady Lia, there is something we must inform you—”
“I don’t want to hear anything!”
Lia cut off her own servants.
“But—”
“No buts! If you dare bother me again, don’t blame me for losing my temper!”
The servants exchanged glances, swallowing their words and not daring to speak further.
“…Understood.”
Once back in her room, Lia was seething. Right now, she wanted to see no one.
“Why is everyone determined to go against me today?!”
At this moment, she wanted to smash everything in sight to vent her anger.
But her father had repeatedly warned her to control her emotions—otherwise, she could never become a proper heir to the Schubert family.
She carried significant expectations. After the family’s strict upbringing, it was impossible for her to act like her siblings and behave like a domineering noble.
“Damn it…”
Knock knock knock.
A knocking sound came from the door.
“I said, don’t disturb me!!” Lia roared at the door.
Knock knock knock.
The person outside clearly heard her but continued knocking anyway.
This only poured oil on the fire of her fury, pushing her past her limits.
“Lia, you’re in there, aren’t you? Come out and see me.”
Hearing the voice outside, Lia’s expression shifted instantly—first shock and confusion, then utter revulsion.
She walked over and yanked the door open.
As expected, standing outside was a man clad head to toe in armor.
“I warned you explicitly—you are not to set foot in this manor! Why are you doing this?!” Lia demanded of the Sword Saint outside.
“I need to speak with you.”
“Leave. Now.”
“I need you to help me find someone,” the Sword Saint said. “You’re a student at Laurel Institute and a member of the student council. It shouldn’t be difficult for you.”
Lia had never wanted to speak to this man.
Her family had told her this was Wright Schubert.
But she could clearly tell—this was an impostor. The real Wright Schubert had gone to the Dragon Kingdom and never returned. He was dead.
Thus, she had always refused to engage with this so-called Sword Saint of humanity.
“I refuse,” Lia said.
“Lia, this isn’t a request. It’s an order—in the name of the Schubert family.”
“You—”
Lia’s brow furrowed.
The Sword Saint did indeed have that authority. If he invoked the family’s name, as a member of the Schubert family, she could not refuse.
However, the Sword Saint had never done this before.
When unnecessary, they kept their distance, avoiding outright hostility.
That had been the case until now. But the Sword Saint’s sudden change in behavior baffled her. Just who was he trying to find?
“Why go this far?” Lia asked.
“I can’t explain the specifics, but this isn’t my personal wish—it’s the family’s demand,” the Sword Saint clarified. “There’s something we must confirm about a certain student at Laurel Institute. Since this is an autonomous region, not part of the Rhine Kingdom, forcibly taking her would damage the family’s reputation and cause complications. Of course, if it comes to that, we won’t rule out using force.”
“Who is it?”
“Xia Yi – Lawrence.”
“Xia Yi?!”
Hearing the name, Lia’s eyes widened in shock.
“Why her?!”
“I won’t repeat the reason. I’ve already explained. Lia, as a member of the Schubert family, you must obey the family’s orders,” the Sword Saint said coldly. “Don’t worry—it’s just some questions. We won’t harm her.”
“I…”
Seeing Lia hesitate, the Sword Saint smirked.
“I’ve already heard about what happened at the freshman social. You seem to regard her as a friend, but she clearly doesn’t feel the same. Am I wrong?”
Lia was speechless.
The Sword Saint’s words stabbed straight into her heart.
She remembered how much she had valued Xia Yi, yet Xia Yi had shown no regard in return—instead acting carefree, laughing with others…
The scene she had witnessed earlier resurfaced in her mind.
“…”
Lia subconsciously clenched her fists, her nails digging into her palms until it hurt.
The Schubert family’s young lady raised her eyes and gave the Sword Saint her answer.
