Cinder’s cheeks flushed a deep crimson. She stiffened, her posture becoming rigid as she quickly replied, “I and Lord Alister are nothing of the sort!”
Miyu’s grin added, her expression freezing at Cinder’s choice of words. Her lips parted as she mumbled, almost to herself, “Lord?”
Her gaze shifted back to Alister, her brow furrowing in shock. “Is that the sort of stuff you’re into now, bro?” she asked, her voice dripping with amusement. “You got your girl calling you ‘Lord’?”
Alister groaned, running a hand through his hair as his cheeks reddened slightly. “Miyu, it’s not like that,” he said, exasperation creeping into his tone.
“Cinder’s just… formal. That’s how she talks.”
Cinder, still flustered, straightened her posture further. “It’s a title of respect,” she said quickly, her tone defensive but still filled with embarrassment.
Miyu narrowed her eyes playfully, clearly unconvinced. “Respect, huh? That’s one way to put it. But you’ve got to admit, big bro, it sounds kinda sketchy.”
Alister sighed, pinching the bridge of his nose. “Miyu, can we not do this right now? You just woke up, won’t you eat, go outside, try out some food.”
Miyu placed her hand thoughtfully under her jaw, a playful glint in her eyes as she thought aloud.
“I don’t know, big bro. Are you sure I shouldn’t start preparing to become an aunt instead?”
“Since you’re part of a big guild now, it probably means you and your girl will always be busy. So, I’ll have to handle the baby, cook, clean, and all that stuff. Damn, I just woke up, and already so much responsibility’s being piled on me.”
Her tone was light, but her grin was mischievous, clearly relishing her ability to tease Alister.
Alister’s expression darkened, his gaze turning intense as he gazed at her. “Miyu, stop it. Now.”
Miyu raised her hands in surrender, laughing nervously. “OK, OK! Chill out, big bro. I was only testing you. You’re really going to get mad at your only sibling who just woke up… on their birthday, no less?”
Alister sighed deeply, the tension in his shoulders easing. “Miyu,” he spoke, shaking his head. “You’re impossible, you know that?”
She simply smirked, leaning forward slightly. “And yet you still missed me.’
He rolled his eyes but couldn’t help the small smile that appeared on his face. “Yeah, I did. And now I’m already regretting it.”
Miyu laughed, then said. “Admit it… you’re stuck with me for life, big bro.”
Cinder, who had been quietly watching the exchange, let out a soft chuckle herself.
Alister sighed, running a hand through his hair as he glanced at Miyu. “Alright, let’s go. We need to get some clothes for you,” he said, his tone lighter now.
Miyu’s face lit up with excitement, “Shopping? That sounds exciting!” she exclaimed, clapping her hands together.
She quickly stepped closer to Alister, her smile widening. “Lead the way, big bro!”
Alister chuckled softly, shaking his head at her sudden shift in mood. “You’re way too excited for someone who just woke up.”
He teased, motioning his hand for her to follow as he began walking toward the exit.
Miyu stuck her tongue out playfully. “Hey, it’s not every day I get to go out with my big brother. Don’t ruin the moment.”
Cinder followed closely, observant as she walked a step behind them. Her gaze occasionally moved toward Miyu, noting the brightness in her demeanor.
She hesitated for a moment before speaking. “Shoud I stay behind my lord? Considering your sister just woke up I’m sure you’d want to spend some time with her?”
Alister turned his head slightly, giving her a reassuring nod. “You don’t need to worry, Cinder. It’s better to have you around.”
“You won’t be getting in the way of anything.”
Miyu’s grin turned mischievous as she glanced at Cinder. “Of course! After all, every shopping trip needs the girlfriend’s approval, right?”
Cinder’s cheeks flushed instantly, and she straightened her posture, quickly responding, “I-I am nearly performing my duties, Miss Miyu. Nothing more!”
Miyu let out a soft laugh, nudging Alister with her elbow. “She’s cute when she’s flustered, huh? You picked a good one, big bro.”
Alister groaned, pinching the bridge of his nose. “Miyu, please…”
Miyu crossed her arms, a satisfied smirk spreading across her face. “Fine, fine. I’ll drop it… for now. But don’t think I’m letting this go. I’ve got questions.”
She paused for a moment, following beside him.
Miyu then added one last jab. “Just saying, bro, if this whole ‘Lord’ thing is your way of
making her flirt with you, you might want to work on your game.”
Alister groaned again, his head falling into his hands. “Why do I even bother…”
…
As they left Erika exchanged a glance with her team leader as she mumbled, “Dose he not realise it’s literally past midnight?”
Elise smiled as she mumbled, “Just leave em be, I’m sure one they step out they’ll find out and return to their rooms… No need to stress about it.”
…
As they stepped out of the lab and into the hallway, Alister couldn’t help but steal a glance at Miyu, who was walking beside him with an excited, carefree smile.
His thoughts reced.
‘Although she looks perfectly fine… It never hurts to dobble check.’
‘Open her statue window.’
Suddenly a yellow system window appeared.
Player: Miyu Hazenworth
Level: 25
Class: Overlord (Awakened) | Talent: Rewind (S Class)
Stats:
HP: 9,500/9,500 – [100% |
MP: 8,000/8,000 [100%
Strength: 9,800
Agility: 9,500
Intelligence: 9,300
Endurance: 9,400
Dexterity: 9,200
Mana: 7,500
Luck: 5
Total Combat Power: 47,200 (C-rank)
Mana Regeneration: 25 MP/minute
Title(s): Overlord’s Queen, Time’s Heir (Acquired through the Rewind Talent)
Skills:
Overlord Queen Song Lvl 5 (A Rank)
Grants enhanced leadership and aura to command allies and instill fear in enemies. Passive boost to all
stats in a 10-meter radius.
Rewind (S Class, Awakened)
The power to rewind time in small increments (up to 10 seconds). Can be used up to three times per
day.
Overlord’s Command Lvl 3 (B Rank)
Allows the Overlord to command any loyal subject or servant within a 50-meter radius to follow simple commands instantly, esessically controlling them like puppets, allowing them to push forward and achieve goals regardless of their own limits. Can also be used on self but the user has to have absolute faith thay would achieve what they set out to.
Reading trough all of this Alister was shocked, ‘She Awakened her talent? Even new skills and
her stats drastically increased.’
Alister smiled, ‘Seems I don’t have anything to worry about.’