Xiao Lian stood in silence as her mind raced, thinking of what her deepest wish was—the tragedy of her mother's sudden collapse that broke her emotions down.
Also, the matter about the boy who now became her opponent in a match collided, Creating a mess that halted her brain from thinking for a while.
However, despite her chaotic mind, inside a dark tunnel that imprisoned her thoughts, a glimpse of light entered her vision.
Her vision brightened, and one thing that escaped her heart spilled through her mouth: "I want to protect!"
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Soma saw Xiao Lian back on her feet, calmly observed her, and felt his instinct ring an alarm. So he waited, waiting for what would Xiao Lian presented in this match.
He wants to know Xiao Lian's potential. Xiao Lian, who recently deviated from the normal route, came to his side, and he wants to know if she still retains her true potential despite being far away from harm ever since staying near Soma.
