Before anyone could question him further, Riley reached down and grabbed Fluffy, who had been lazily curled up near his side. He tugged the creature into his arms and turned on his heels, ready to make a swift exit.
"Co on, Fluffy, let's go for a walk," he said nonchalantly, as if the entire room wasn't waiting to pounce on him with questions.
But Riley knew well enough to get out before the inevitable barrage began. He moved quickly, dodging the curious stares and the burning questions that were sure to co.
As he walked out of the room, he could hear the low murmurs of the group behind him, still grappling with the shock of Eve's transformation.
The questions would co later, he knew that for certain. But for now, he was free from the inquisitive eyes of the others.
"Isn't she amazing?" Riley muttered to Fluffy as they strolled through the corridors, a hint of pride in his voice.
"I knew she had it in her. But I guess there was a miscalculation on my side also." Riley thought that it would take Eve one month to process what he had written but in reality it took her just one night.
"Am I really that op as a teacher?" riley shook his head as even he was amazed by his own abilities at this ti.
Fluffy, of course, didn't respond, but Riley didn't mind. He was content in his own thoughts. Eve had always been a remarkable individual, and now she had shown just how extraordinary she truly was.
Back in the room, however, the others were still reeling from the revelation. Their gazes remained fixed on each other, filled with a mixture of awe, suspicion, and wonder.
Eve had shattered their understanding of what was possible, and now the question was no longer just about how she had done it—but what this ant for the future.
"Alright, let's go fishing today, Fluffy!" Riley stretched lazily as he stepped onto the beach, taking in the peaceful sight before him.
The vast ocean stretched endlessly, shimring under the golden sunlight, the salty breeze carrying the scent of freedom.
With a flick of his wrist, he retrieved a fishing rod from his storage ring and settled down on the warm sand. This was exactly what he needed—a quiet, relaxing afternoon away from the usual chaos.
"Beeeeeeee!" Fluffy whined, hopping around in frustration. The little glutton clearly wanted to eat first, play later, and then maybe eat again.
"Later," Riley mumbled, patting the furry creature absentmindedly. "And don't eat the sea, okay? It's not food."
Fluffy let out a disgruntled huff, clearly displeased with that rule but eventually curled up beside him, though its flicking tail betrayed its restlessness.
Little did Riley know, soone had followed him.
A shadow moved silently along the sand, approaching him with careful, asured steps. It wasn't long before the presence halted just a few feet away.
Instead of speaking, the person hesitated for a mont before making a bold decision—lowering themselves onto the sand beside him, settling in comfortably to take in the breathtaking ocean view.
Feeling the subtle shift in the air, Riley cracked one eye open.
Ava.
She lay beside him, her long silver hair cascading over her shoulder, glistening in the sunlight like woven moonlight. The sect robes she wore billowed gently in the wind, accentuating her graceful figure.
Yet, her face remained calm, her gaze locked on the horizon as though deep in thought.
"Ava?" Riley murmured, tilting his head slightly toward her.
"Are you enjoying your ti here? It's not too boring for you, is it?" His voice carried a teasing lilt, though he remained sprawled on the sand.
"Far from it, actually," Ava replied, her tone light but laced with sothing unreadable. She remained still, allowing the cool sea breeze to play with her hair. A few monts passed before she finally spoke again.
"I heard sothing interesting, Riley. Care to enlighten on whether it's true or not?"
Riley smirked without opening his eyes. "Oh? What did you hear? Tell , and I might tell you if it's all lies… or not."
Ava finally turned her head slightly toward him, her violet eyes glinting with amusent. "I heard from Fay that you've been quite… eager about sothing."
Riley chuckled. "Oh? Do tell."
Ava's lips curled into a slow, knowing smile. "Apparently, you've been openly talking about wanting a threeso. Quite persistently, too."
Riley's smirk widened, but he still didn't fully react. "Huh. Is that so?"
"It is," Ava confird smoothly. She shifted slightly, propping herself up on one elbow so she could glance at him properly. "And you know what? I think I might have a solution to your problem."
At those words, Riley finally opened both eyes, turning to look at her with full interest.
Ava, still wearing that enigmatic smile, reached for the sash around her waist. With deliberate slowness, she loosened the knot, allowing the fabric of her sect robes to slide slightly off her shoulders.
The sun cast a warm glow over her exposed skin, emphasizing the flawless curves beneath.
The breeze played with the loose strands of her hair as she t Riley's gaze with quiet confidence.
Riley, who had been half-drowsy just monts ago, was now very much awake.
He could feel the shift in the air—the unspoken challenge in Ava's gaze, the teasing playfulness beneath her composed deanor.
Fluffy, who had been resting nearby, suddenly perked up, blinking curiously at the strange tension forming between its master and Ava.
Riley exhaled sharply, his amusent deepening. "You're playing a dangerous ga, Ava."
She tilted her head slightly, her smile unfaltering. "Oh? And what if I am?"
Riley chuckled, his golden eyes gleaming with intrigue. "Then you better be prepared for the consequences."
Ava let out a soft laugh, adjusting her position just enough for her robe to slip further, revealing more of the smooth skin beneath. "I'm always prepared, Riley. I've been prepared a long ti for you."
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