The Life of Lust Demon

Chapter 84 The Art of Hiding Behind Girls

Hannah and Anos had never exchanged words before. The only time she had observed him was from a distance, back when he challenged the Intermediate Division's class students. At the time, she thought he was bold, maybe even reckless. But now, up close, she realized the truth—he was shameless beyond compare!

This guy wasn't just hiding behind two innocent girls; he was openly making excuses for it. And the worst part? He did it with a straight face, as if it were the most natural thing in the world!

"A grown man hiding behind a woman. Aren't you embarrassed?" Hannah asked coldly, her gaze sharp as ice.

"Embarrassed? Why would I be?" Anos replied nonchalantly. "Actually, Sasha and Mia's back is pretty comfy. And there's this faint fragrance—it's divine. Truly a great place to stand."

Hannah: "..."

She couldn't believe what she was hearing. This wasn't just shamelessness; it was some higher-level mastery of it! How could someone say such things so casually?

Her patience was wearing thin. "Fine! If you're that pathetic, I'll make sure everyone in the Sky Martial Court knows. No, I'll make sure the entire academy knows that you, Anos, are nothing but a coward!"

The crowd gasped collectively. Even Mia and Sasha turned their heads slightly, their expressions a mix of disbelief and embarrassment.

Anos, however, shrugged, utterly unfazed. "Go ahead. But remember, bad publicity is still publicity. If people talk about me, I'll just become more famous. You'd be doing me a favor!"

Hannah: "..."

Her fists clenched. This was no ordinary battle of strength or skill—this was a battle of willpower against sheer shameless audacity.

Phew—

Hannah took a deep breath, trying to calm the fury rising within her. She was genuinely concerned that if she didn't rein in her temper, she might lose control and actually kill this maddening man.

Mia and Sasha, unsure of how to handle the escalating situation, remained standing in front of Anos. Despite the tension, their resolve to protect him didn't waver. If faced with the choice again, they would still shield him—even if he didn't deserve it.

"Hmph! Don't blame me for bullying you, then!" Hannah's voice carried a chilling edge as she began walking toward Anos, each step echoing with her intention.

Anos instinctively tried to back away, but his body wouldn't obey. Panic flickered in his eyes as he realized he couldn't move. Worse, even Mia and Sasha were frozen in place, unable to shield him.

"Damn it..." Anos muttered under his breath.

In that moment, he remembered: Hannah was a Shadow Element user. One of the most enigmatic and formidable attributes in the elemental spectrum. The Shadow Element wasn't just about stealth; it allowed its user to manipulate the surrounding light and darkness, creating illusions, restricting movements, and even teleporting in shadows.

In Anos's memory, the Shadow Element was nearly unbeatable in the right conditions. Especially in darkness, it was akin to merging with the void itself, granting the user an almost godlike ability to strike unseen or move instantaneously. Now, even in daylight, Hannah was showcasing its terrifying potential.

"What's the matter, Anos?" Hannah's voice was dangerously soft, her steps measured. "Why aren't you running now? Oh, right—you can't."

Anos gritted his teeth. "Tch! That's low. Using tricks instead of fighting me fair and square."

With a casual, almost dismissive gesture, she unwrapped another lollipop and placed it between her lips. Then, without a care in the world, she turned and began walking toward the arena.

Her hips swayed with every step, a sensual rhythm that drew more than a few lingering stares. The deliberate sway of her movements wasn't just natural—it was a silent declaration of her confidence and power.

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"Anos..." Mia's voice was laced with worry as she looked at him. The recent developments had made her heart heavy with concern. she couldn't help but feel guilty. Anos was only in this situation because of her, and that weighed on her. She knew he was putting himself at risk for her sake, and it hurt to see him in such a predicament.

Anos flashed a reassuring smile, though his eyes betrayed a hint of mischief. "Don't worry, Mia. I'm just going to have a little fun with her. A few rounds, and then it'll be over." His tone was light, almost casual, but Mia could see through it. She could feel the underlying tension in his voice.

Sasha, who had been quietly standing beside Mia, couldn't hold back her own concerns. "But... Senior Hannah is very powerful. You don't understand, Anos. She's ruthless, and she can be... extremely heavy-handed sometimes."

Anos raised an eyebrow, clearly intrigued. "Oh? What do you mean by that?" He turned toward Sasha, his curiosity piqued by her warning. Sasha hesitated for a moment, clearly weighing how much to say. But Mia, seeing her hesitation, decided to explain.

"Well, there's this rumor," Mia began, her voice dropping to a near whisper. "It's said that Senior Hannah is into... girls. And someone spread this rumor around the academy. The next day, Senior Hannah found the person responsible and... she broke all four of his limbs in front of the academy's teachers. He was left lying there for hours, unable to move. The teachers were too scared to interfere."

Anos blinked at Mia's words, momentarily stunned by the severity of the situation. "...Seriously?" he muttered under his breath. He was a bit surprised to hear about her violent side, but it didn't bother him as much as it should have. He was used to intense people by now. However, the idea of someone being punished so severely for a rumor was definitely eye-opening.

The silence stretched for a moment before Hannah's voice cut through. "Hey, stop wasting time and get moving," she called out from a few steps ahead. Her voice was teasing but firm, and Anos could feel her presence demanding attention.

"Coming!" Anos called back, straightening up. He gave Mia and Sasha a reassuring smile, though it was more for their benefit than his own. "Don't worry too much," he said with a wink. "At worst, I'll take a few hits. I didn't provoke her, and she definitely won't hit me too hard, right?"

But deep down, Anos couldn't help but feel the weight of the situation. Hannah wasn't someone to be underestimated. Her Shadowbound ability was too tricky, too powerful. He could run, but her control over the shadow element made escape almost impossible. The more he thought about it, the more he realized just how outmatched he might be in this situation.

With a sigh, he muttered, "Let's just get this over with." His tone had shifted, no longer as playful, but his determination remained. Even if he couldn't avoid the fight, he was going to make sure it was on his terms.

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The surrounding people hurriedly followed, eagerly anticipating the moment when Anos would finally get what they thought he deserved. They had been waiting for this moment for so long! In the end, they didn't expect someone like Hannah to step in as the one to handle it.

Anos, however, walked along casually, as if the situation was just a casual stroll, and asked, "So, that technique you used earlier—was that the Shadow Element's Shadowbind Martial Skill?"

Hannah raised an eyebrow in confusion. She was prepared to beat him senseless, yet why did this Anos act so familiar with her? It was almost as if they were on friendly terms!

The reason Anos was so nonchalant was that he could clearly sense Hannah's favorability toward him. In his mind, that was the best form of protection.

"Seriously?" Hannah scoffed, her patience starting to wear thin. "I'm about to wipe the floor with you, and you're here asking questions like we're just having a casual chat?"

Anos simply gave her a carefree smile. "I know, but asking a few questions doesn't hurt, does it? I'm just curious."

Hannah: "..."

She couldn't understand it. It had been ages since anyone had made her lose her composure like this. This Anos, with his unfazed attitude and cheeky responses, was driving her mad!