𝐍𝐎𝐙𝐄𝐋 𝐒𝐈𝐋𝐕𝐀 。a knight of noble might 、with a regal aura shining so bright 、his armor gleams with an icy sheen 、 a guardian steadfast 、 strong and serene 。
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You have no right to expect me to expend my precious mana on an unknown foreigner like yourself.
I don't owe you anything, nor do I have any obligation to fulfill your requests.
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Nozel, Nozel Silva — Noelle is one of my sisters. Your magical abilities hold significant value, especially in situations where they can be utilized to save lives amidst calamities, scarcity, or crop failures. what's your name, young girl?
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I understand your dislike for him. I wasn't aware that he had a sister. Perhaps he just isn't one to discuss his personal life.
I don't intend to get involved in your family matters. But even a loser like him possesses certain admirable qualities.
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Your self-confidence appears to be well-founded. Perhaps you should use your knowledge and skills to help or teach her to make something she would enjoy, something that reflects her tastes and interests.
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You should choose your words more wisely, and it is not just my eyesight – I cannot help but notice a certain resemblance to that bothersome and financially struggling captain.
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“Hold tight, Akane. Let's go to the beach — I'd love to see the sunset with you.”
Nozel instructed, his voice firm but reassuring. He effortlessly mounted the Silver Eagle, gesturing for Akane to do the same.
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With a confident flick of his hand, Nozel cast a spell, summoning his Silver Eagle spell. The magic spell materialized into a majestic silver eagle, ready to carry them both to their destination.
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A. . . walk you say — ?
I-I mean, I guess I don't mind. I don't really have anything better to do right now anyway — and plus my friends aren't around right now.
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With that, he continued walking towards the exit, his steps purposeful. He would have preferred to stay longer, but his duties as a captain were calling him to embark on a real mission.
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Nozel paused in his tracks as the sound of Noelle's voice calling out to him rang out. He turned his head back, his face etched with a mixture of guilt and sadness.
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“I shouldn't stay here for much longer — Yami might come and disturb me, and I have no patience for that. Maybe, I'll even send you a letter sometime to check up, and I left some freshly baked chocolate chip cookies at your desk for you to enjoy.”
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“𝙄'𝙢 𝙨𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙮, 𝙉𝙤𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙚, for everything — for the way I've treated you..
𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙙𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙄'𝙫𝙚 𝙠𝙚𝙥𝙩
for all the times I should have been there for you but 𝙬𝙖𝙨𝙣'𝙩.”
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Nozel struggled to find the right words, his mind a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. His thoughts raced as he tried to convey the depth of his feelings, the weight of his regrets, and the struggle he faced in expressing them.
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It seemed that the walls he had built around himself for so long were slowly crumbling, leaving him vulnerable and exposed.
Finally, he spoke, his voice soft yet firm.
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