Lower half of Realm 103~
“The pleasure and excitement of being evenly matched, it’s been a while since I’ve experienced this~” Princess Filisia clutched her crimson cheeks, her hands kneading her considerable assets, kneeling on the ground in a rather indecent display. “Tillysha, you must apply more force, struggle with greater intensity~”
“Hmm………” Even the usually composed Tillysha was slightly taken aback by Princess Filisia’s sudden change. She stroked her chin, smooth as lamb’s fat, pondering if she had inadvertently triggered something in Princess Filisia.
How had this knight, who had appeared so upright, suddenly behaved like a wanton woman?
Tillysha could not comprehend.
Could this be her true nature?
Fortunately, the sounds within the Secret Realm do not carry out, or the spectators might only see Princess Filisia kneeling with an odd expression. If her little fans, both male and female, had heard, who knows what kind of mood they would be in?
“That was Divine Authority, or some derivative of Divine Authority, right? Judging by the power, the former is more likely.” Princess Filisia slowly rose, holding her massive sword, her flushed cheeks yet to fade.
“If it hadn’t been for Anna’s assistance, I might have already been pierced by Ms. Tillysha………”
“Could Princess Filisia change her wording to something more tasteful?”
“Huh? Isn’t what I said the truth?” Touching her cheek, Princess Filisia realized she seemed to have lost her composure. “Ah, I apologize, it’s been a while since I’ve been pushed to such a desperate situation by an opponent. Please allow me to compose myself………”
“This match is unequal.” After slightly tidying her disheveled demeanor, her amber twin braids like flowing water hung down. Princess Filisia’s tone mostly returned to calmness, yet still carried a hint of uncontainable excitement. “If it were just us two, the result would be hard to predict.”
“Unfortunately, in this Crown Cup, I must defeat you, Tillysha. By defeating you, I can advance to face her~” After calming down, Princess Filisia seemed to recall something and, with a red blush, hugged her slender waist.
“I am the only one who can match Aistride…… The feeling of wholehearted commitment and complete dedication, the excitement of a thrilling battle where I’m utterly exhausted both mentally and physically, defeating her, the humiliated and abashed expression of defeat that will appear on Aistride’s face, what kind of scene would it be~?” Princess Filisia clasped her flushed cheeks.
Seeing Princess Filisia losing control somewhat, Tillysha fell into deep thought.
How does this feel a little off from the rumors? She certainly doesn’t seem to have feelings of love for Aistride.
“Did you not send a love letter to Aistride as well, Princess Filisia? Excuse my curiosity, with no intentions of bias, but if Aistride knew your thoughts, how do you think she would react?”
“……Love letter? What love letter?” Princess Filisia’s reaction suggested she had just heard about this from Tillysha.
“Did you not send a letter to Miss Aistride?”
“Certainly not, I’ve never done such a thing, though I’ve indeed sent letters. I remember I sent a challenge letter to Miss Aistride the other day.”
“………” Seeing Princess Filisia’s expression, Tillysha understood. The rumors about Princess Filisia pursuing Aistride were most likely embellished by the gossips.
“Moreover, Aistride has never seen me like this.” Princess Filisia tilted her head. “Unfortunately, I lost in my competition against Aistride. Our battles were brief and not to the d*ath………”
“So, Princess Filisia only loses control in front of me?”
“………”
“Ah, sorry, my words were improper. What I mean is… lost composure.” Realizing her words had silenced Princess Filisia, Tillysha’s apology carried no hint of remorse.
“………” Princess Filisia collected herself, shouldering her massive sword.
Although some of her small peculiarities had been exposed due to an irresistible force, the battle isn’t over yet.
Tillysha was already on the defensive.
Princess Filisia guessed that the other had already used her Divine Authority, which was now cooling down, leaving her no chance to challenge.
“I like encountering strong opponents, the stronger the better. This way, when I overcome them, the feeling of euphoria and excitement is even greater.”
“Though it’s a pity, and the win isn’t entirely fair, but Tillysha, this time I have won………. What would your expression of defeat look like~?” Princess Filisia drew her massive stone sword, both hands gripping the massive sword capable of rending the earth. She charged Tillysha for the last assault.
The crystal energy suffusing the sword shone brilliantly, making the sword look illustrious.
With a broken Realm and Divine Authority still cooling down, facing Tillysha’s unarmed form, victory seemed certain.
Even though without her teammate she no longer had the leverage to challenge Aistride, there could only be one winner in this match.
Only one of them could ascend the peak.
“Clang Clang!” Princess Filisia, who should have smoothly eliminated Tillysha, felt resistance, as if striking an unbreakable rock.
What?!
Princess Filisia’s beautiful eyes widened as she noticed a radiant golden cross knight sword in Tillysha’s hands.
[Holy Oblivion Cast Blade]
Harnessing the last rays of the afternoon sun, Tillysha had condensed intense light elements into a knight’s sword.
The light reflecting from the holy cross sword illuminated Tillysha’s hair of the same hue, her golden hair floating like feathers in the wind, as if the young girl had undergone a holy purification, reborn to fight valiantly.
Among all element-cast blades, a light-element cast blade is a knight’s sword, with some physical cutting capabilities as well as a Divine Authority strike effect.
How, how can she still use Divine Authority?!……….
After a brief shock, Princess Filisia repressed the surprise in her heart.
Not intending to give up?
That’s right, going all out until the last moment is the proper attitude for a God Princess.
But the outcome will not change.
Princess Filisia held her ground, leaning into the sword to press against Tillysha.
Her skills in close combat were rather average, she wouldn’t be a match.
Just as she moved, Tillysha suddenly lifted her eyes. Those sharp, beautiful eyes seemed to be able to see through every weakness and slacking in her stance.
After a slight bow, Tillysha tilted her light sword, allowing the massive sword to strike against the crucifix guard of the light sword.
“Clang!” A shower of sparks erupted. The force coming from the massive sword was transferred through Tillysha’s legs to the ground, and then, finding the correct pressure point, she deflected the massive sword that had locked hers.
