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"No, I don't want to."

Matthew was slightly startled, and then chose to refuse without hesitation.

Beanna is not giving up:

"The teacher said that human status does not hinder this."

"He also told me that if you are worried about trouble, you can disguise yourself as an elf in appearance. As a mage, you should have many ways to do this, right?"

"Of course, if you are not afraid of trouble, there is no problem in taking up the position of Patriarch directly as a human being."

"The teacher said he would take care of everything."

Terraste has taken care of everything, what else do you want from me?

Matthew smiled inwardly, but still shook his head in refusal.

His mind is very clear. Not only is Terraste's actions extremely dangerous, he may also face sanctions from the alliance at any time.

The other party wants to tie him onto a pirate ship.

Of course Matthew doesn't want to be a gunman.

But he didn't explain this clearly in front of Beanna——

He was not sure for what purpose Terraste had taken Biana as his disciple and pushed her to the forefront.

If it is to win over yourself.

Then it will be more beneficial to the girl to remain silent;

If Terraste really takes a fancy to Biana's character or talent.

Why would Matthew bother to be the villain between master and disciple?

It's best to keep your distance like this.

Seeing that Matthew refused so simply.

Beanna looked a little disappointed.

Only then did Matthew notice that her body was shaking slightly from time to time.

Her shoulders and chest were shaking particularly badly.

It's strange to say that.

It was obvious that she was as stable as a rock in front of so many people just now.

Now I am alone with myself.

Instead, these abnormalities appeared.

Matthew asked softly:

"A little scared, right?"

"There are so many elves outside, it's really a big scene."

Unexpectedly, Beanna actually shook her head:

"No, not at all, I'm just a little excited!"

Matthew was suddenly speechless.

Beanna chuckled:

"I was a little scared at first, but soon I told myself in my heart, what would happen to Sif if she encountered such a situation?"

"It's impossible for a woman like her to be scared, right? Instead, she might become very excited, so I imagined myself as her, and then I got really excited..."

Said.

Her body even shivered unexpectedly.

Seeing the girl's face flushed and her eyes bright, Matthew felt even more speechless——

What kind of imitation object does Sif seem to You!?

He really wanted to ask this.

But I finally endured it.

Girls are very sensitive to comparisons with each other.

Don't look at Beanna taking the initiative to mention this point. She belongs to herself. It is another matter for others to mention this point.

Matthew knew this very well.

"Seriously, Matthew, are you really unwilling to be the Patriarch?"

“What a beautiful location that is!”

Beanna still looked a little hopeful.

Matthew shook his head indifferently:

"This matter involves principles. It is impossible for me to agree, even if I control a puppet elf to be the pope of Terraste."

"What's more, if Terraste wants to become a god, he may not get permission from the alliance."

Beanna's eyes suddenly widened.

Her expression looked a little incredible:

"Does it still require the alliance's permission to become a god?"

Matthew smiled:

"That's what it looks like so far."

"If the top leadership of the alliance does not allow it, Tyrast's forcible deification may lead to a greater tragedy..."

A trace of worry flashed across Beanna's confused face.

But very quickly.

She bit her lip and said:

"I understand, thank you for reminding me."

"But I can't give up halfway, can I?"

"I need the strength and power of the teacher. I need this identity. Whether it is Mr. Terraste's disciple or the saint of the Elf God, these are my only opportunities to escape mediocrity."

"Growing up, I have always been an ordinary girl."

"But standing in this position, holding this stone basin, and facing the eyes of those elves, I feel like I have become different."

"Even you - Matthew - you look at me differently today, don't you?"

"I like this very much. I like this feeling of being watched. No matter how dangerous the future is, I still want to try it."

"I don't want to live a life where I can't control my own destiny anymore!"

Matthew's eyes met Biana's bold gaze calmly.

He read many other emotions from the girl's longing eyes - rebellion, desire, unwillingness, yearning... and a trace of anger!

So he said with a smile and relief:

"Don't be so nervous. The Alliance may not veto Terraste's move to become a god."

"It's just like what I told you before. Once you get rid of ordinary people's lives, you are bound to face more risks. Although the ratio between the two may not be absolutely symmetrical, it is generally positive.

."

"protect yourself."

Beanna nodded vigorously.

Then she stood on tiptoe and took off one shoe.

She dug out a broken stone from between the toes of her white stockings.

After throwing the stone on the ground.

The girl stuck out her tongue at Matthew.

The sound of musical instruments came from the valley not far away.

"I have to go, I still have a few laps to go. Matthew, will you be here all the time today?"

Beanna reluctantly made a move to leave.

Matthew nodded:

"I have been in the Valley of the Divine Tree today. If you need anything, you can come to me directly."

There was a hint of joy on Beanna's face, she said "Yeah" softly, and left holding the stone basin.

Watching the girl's back go away.
To be continued...