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Chapter 831

"That's right. I'm telling you, these are trendy inteterms-" Avril was just about to pull Bonnie into a discussion about these exciting things when a pleasant voice interrupted her. "Excuse me, could you switch seats? I want to sit next to Bonnie." "Huh?" Avril was utterly shocked.

Seeing that Avril hadn't responded, Andreas said, "Is that okay?" Avril looked at Andreas and then at Bonnie. Since Bonnie didn't react, Avril slowly stood up and silently vacated the seat.

"Thank you. Thank you so much." Andreas smiled warmly in gratitude and immediately sat next to Bonnie.

Avril's mouth twitched helplessly.

"You're welcome." She found an empty seat behind Bonnie, rested her chin in her hand, and curiously watched the interaction between Bonnie and Andreas. She wondered if Andreas was yet another bodyguard sent to protect Bonnie. 'If he was indeed a bodyguard, the quality of bodyguards from the military is outstanding. Each one is more handsthan the last.

'If only I could be as impressive as Bonnie. Then I could enjoy the streatment.

'Of course, that's impossible. But at least I can bask in the presence of handsmen, haha...' The girls at the neighboring table, who had hoped to have Andreas as their deskmate, saw him sitting next to Bonnie just like Keenan had before. Their eyes were filled with resentment and jealousy.

"Why is it her again? What kind of magic does she have that attracts so many handsguys?" "Keenan was bad enough, but now this perfect guy is also drawn to her!" "Why does she get all the good tt's like she was a player i her life, making all the Swv bet handsguys circle her." The classmates were having an intense discussion, occasionally pointing in Bonnie's direction.

Amid this storm, Bonnie remained unaffected. She looked at Andreas, who was gazing at her expectantly and felt a slight headache. She pressed her temples and sighed. "Andreas, why are you here?" Upon hearing this, Andreas's beautiful eyes showed a hint of disappointment. Chapter

"Didn't I tell you in my last message that I was coming to see you? didn't expect you to take my words so lightly."

As he spoke, he carefully observed Bonnie's expression Whatever he thought his gaze grew even dimmer. "And you don't look surprised or happy seeing me. Do you not wantto csee you?" His eyes darkened, and his tone was filled with deep disappointment. He looked almost heartbroken.

 

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Bonnie felt her headache worsen seeing this. She rubbed her temples again, took a moment to calm herself, and then spoke. "I know you said you were coming to visit, but didn't you say it was just for fun? Why are you here as an exchange student?" "I know you're busy, and if we were outside, who knows when you'd find the tto hang out with me? So, I chose the university so we could spend ttogether daily. Aren't I thoughtful?" Andreas tilted his chin, looking like he was waiting for Bonnie to praise him.

Bonnie's mouth twitched slightly. "Isn't life in Zudale good for you? Why do you have to chere to find me? And haven't you been to Pyralis before? There's nothing that interesting here." "You're pretending to be clueless on purpose," Andreas said, feeling aggrieved. "I'm not here for fun or sightseeing. I'm here to take you back to be my princess. Otherwise, who knows how long I'd have to wait?" Bonnie's eye twitched, and even her mouth followed suit. Just as she was about to speak, Avril's shocked voice interrupted.

"Princess?!" Avril had purposely chosen to sit behind Bonnie to overhear their conversation.

Initially, their conversation confirmed that things were more complicated than they appeared, but she maintained her interest and continued to listen. However, the word "princess" made her blurt it out without realizing it. Chapter

Her outburst immediately drew the attention of their classmates, who turned their heads to look at Avril. "What's going on? Why did Avril suddenly mention a princess? And her voice was so loud it scared me." "Maybe she's been reading too many ? Why else would she suddenly mention a princess out of nowhere?" "Hey, you might be right. I think she's just over-immersed in her Let's mersed in her ets gossiping about vovelses e her and continue el g about yesterday's news." Avril wished she could find a hole to hide in out of embarrassment. She felt it was a major public humiliation. How could she not control her mouth? Would Bonnie be angry with Ker? Avril glanced in Bonnie's direction. To her surprise, she met Bonnie's clear eyes. Feeling guilty, she shrank back and quickly made an apologetic gesture to Bonnie that she would never speak out again by covering her mouth.

Bonnie calmly looked away from Avril without saying anything further.

After class, Andreas looked for Bonnie on the university rooftop. He looked at Bonnie with hopeful eyes, wanting a definite answer from her.

"Bonnie, I call this way to find you. When will you cback withand be my princess?"

Bonnie's temples throbbed upon hearing this. "When did ever say would go back and be your princess?" Andreas's eyes widened slightly, looking at Bonnie in disbelief.

"You promisedbefore! Are you trying to back out now? don't care. I call this way to find you. You ΕΠ have to givean answer!" Bonnie muttered helplessly, "I never said I would be your princess, okay?" Her voice was too low, and Andreas couldn't hear her. He leaned in closer to listen. "What did you say?"

 

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Seeing Andreas's handsface suddenly magnified before her, Bonnie quickly stepped back to maintain distance.

She could handle scientific research, business negotiations, or painting. She knew exactly what to do in those areas. However, she was clueless in this matter.

Her initial intention was never like this. Who knew Andreas would cling to this question and insist she agree? Andreas frowned. He was about to speak when Avril, who had been standing nearby, suddenly intervened. "Andreas, I need to talk to Bonnie alone for a bit. Can you wait here?" Though Andreas wanted to continue asking Bonnie about becoming his princess, he couldn't refuse her friend's request, so he agreed. "Alright, I'll wait here." "Thanks," Avril said.

Avril pulled Bonnie aside, her curiosity burning intensely. "Bonnie, what's the deal with you and Andreas? What's this about being his princess? Are you playing skind of role-playing game? Andreas can't be a prince, can he?" Bonnie gave her a long look and sighed. "He is a prince." "What?" Avril's eyes widened. "Really? I thought it was just a joke. How did you meet him? And why does he want you to be his princess?" "It's a long story..." Bonnie massaged her temples while recalling her meeting with Andreas, feeling it was a fateful encounter. Chapter

Andreas had almost lost his life protecting her, even though the danger was meant for him. His sacrifice moved her deeply, but only as a friend. There were no romantic feelings.

"Tellthe whole story. I want to hear it," Avril said eagerly, sitting beside Bonnie.

Bonnie settled on a bench and replied lazily, "Alright, I'll tell you briefly." Avril nodded enthusiastically. "Go ahead." Bonnie cto Zudale to find a rare herb used as a medicinal ingredient three years ago. This herb thrived in tropical rainforests in a warm climate, which Zudale provided After extensive research, Bonnie decided to visit Zudale.

On her first day, she encountered a major problem: All hotels and om guesthouses were fully booked due yuris to the peak tourist season. Buying a house required local residency and numerous documents.

Left with no choice, she continued searching on a motorcycle. Aftem almost circling half of Zudale, she found a place that looked like a guesthouse.

Bonnie parked and inquired, "Hello, do you have any vacant rooms?id like to stay for half a month if you do."

 

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The middle-aged man she asked seemed a bit hesitant. After a long pause, he finally said, "Miss, I'm sorry, but we-" Bonnie thought she might have to leave empty-handed today. Just as she was about to turn around, a clear voice interrupted her. "There are still vacant rooms. Miss, you want to stay for half a month, right?" Following the voice, Bonnie saw a boy dressed in luxurious clothes. He had golden hair and blue eyes. His face was striking, exuding a glow that made him look like a prince straight out of a painting. This boy was none other than Andreas. This place marked her first encounter with him. Chapter

She looked at Andreas with an appreciative gaze for a few seconds before refocusing on discussing the price. "How much will staying here for half a month cost?" Her immediate concern was securing accommodation. She would be sleeping on the streets by nightfall if she didn't solve it soon. Though she could handle herself well, safety was paramount in a foreign country, especially for a girl.

"How much?" Andreas had no concept of accommodation costs, so he turned to the person next to him and said, "You tell her, how much for half a month?" He sneakily glanced at Bonnie while speaking. He could tell she was from Arvandor based on her appearance.

As a prince, he had once represented Zudale in cultural exchanges with Arvandor. During that the met many Pyralians, but none had the transcendent beauty that Bonnie possessed. He was immediately captivated by her, as though she were a lovely porcelain doll.

He had noticed Bonnie from upstairs and didn't want to miss the chance to meet her, so he quickly cdown. Fortunately, she heft yet and was still there.

The person Andreas had called upon thought for a moment before holding up several fingers. "It's over 700 Zuda per night. I wonder if you can accept that?" Bonnie quickly did the math in her head. It roughly equated to around 100 dollars, similar to what other guesthouses had quoted her. This price seemed to be the standard rate in the area. Besides, the environment here was much better than elsewhere, making the price quite reasonable.

Thinking this, she looked around the place again and said, "Showthe room first. If I'm satisfied, I'll pay."

The person who mentioned the price did not reply immediately but cooked at Andreas, seeking his opinion. Andreas immediately agreed.

"Of course, I'll show you the room. We clean daily here, and the sheets all fresh and new. I and bedding are all- guarantee you'll find it very comfortable." "Alright," Bonnie responded calmly. "Let's take a look first."

After all, nothing could be more convincing than n seeing it with her own eyes.

 

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"No problem," Andreas said as he led Bonnie to the second floor, gesturing towards a row of rooms. "You can choose any of these rooms. Just pick one that you like."

Bonnie looked at the empty rooms before her, and her suspicion grew. "It's peak tourist season. Why do you have so many vacant rooms? It should be fully booked, given how nice this place is. Are you sure this is a guesthouse?"

Despite her doubts, Andreas didn't seem like a bad person. She wasn't sure what his intentions were for bringing her here.

Andreas had initially wanted to concoct a lie, but he found himself unable to do so when he met Bonnie's penetrating gaze. He decided to tell the truth.

"You're right. This place isn't a guesthouse. I saw you struggling to find a place to stay, and it reminded me of how many people helped me when I visited Arvandor. So, I wanted to return the favor and help you out. I didn't expect you to see through it so quickly."

"I see," Bonnie nodded, understanding the situation. She then looked at him closely. "So, who exactly are you?”

Andreas puffed out his chest proudly. "I am the prince of this country. So, you can come to me for help if you encounter any problems here. I can solve them for you."

"A prince?" Even someone as composed as Bonnie was slightly surprised. Who would have thought that in her search for a place to stay, she would accidentally run into the prince of the country? Her luck seemed almost too good to be true.

"Yeah, don't you believe me? How about I take you to the palace for a tour to prove my identity?" Andreas suggested and started to pull Bonnie along. Bonnie quickly withdrew her hand from his grip and shook her head. "No need to prove it. Your extravagant attire alone convinces me you're a real prince." Moreover, she noticed many valuable items in the hall when she entered earlier, and the luxurious decor of the rooms confirmed Andreas's claims. "Good, I'm glad you believe me. So, feel free to stay here. It's completely safe. Let me know if you find anything unsatisfactory, and I'll fix it."

"Alright, thank you," Bonnie replied. She then remembered her original purpose and asked, "By the way, do you know where blue barberry grows? I came here specifically to find it."

Andreas thought for a moment and then nodded. "I do know, but it's located in a rather remote and dangerous area. Are you sure you want to go there?"

"Yes. Can you tell me the exact

location? I'll set off first thing

tomorrow morning and return once I've got the blue barberry." Bonnie had come all this way specifically for the blue barberry and was determined to retrieve it regardless of the dangers.

Andreas stared at her for a moment before making a decision. "It's not safe for you to go there alone. Stay here for a few days while I handle some matters. Then I'll take you there with my bodyguards.

Bonnie thought it over. She was in a foreign place, and having Andreas accompany her with his bodyguards would significantly increase her safety and reduce the likelihood of getting lost. She agreed. "Alright, thank you. After this is done, I will reward you as a token of my gratitude.”Chapter

Even though Andreas probably lacked nothing as a prince, she still felt it was necessary to show her appreciation.

Andreas laughed at her offer. "I don't need any reward. Just consider me a friend."

 

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Upon hearing this, Bonnie raised her delicately shaped eyebrows and asked. "Aren't we friends already?"

"Yes, we're friends now," Andreas replied, instantly beaming like a child who had just received candy. His smile was pure and radiant.Chapter

Bonnie also curled her lips into a small smile when she saw him so happy. She continued, "Didn't you say you had things to take care of? I'll be fine here by myself." Andreas glanced at his watch and realized he was running late. He looked back at Bonnie and said, "I have to go now, but I'll come back later to check on you." "Alright," Bonnie agreed.

After handling his affairs that evening, Andreas returned and brought a plethora of delicious food for Bonnie. They chatted and ate together, discussing various topics.

Bonnie stayed at Andreas's estate for three days. During her stay, their relationship grew much closer, losing the initial awkwardness of their first meeting. On the fourth day, Andreas arranged for bodyguards, and they set off to find the blue barberry.

Bonnie and Andreas traveled in the same car and passed the time by talking. Suddenly, Bonnie noticed something and furrowed her brow. "Andreas, do you see that? The car behind us seems to be following us. Is it one of your men?"

Following her gaze, Andreas looked back and saw the black car. He waved dismissively.

"That car isn't mine, but I doubt it's following us. The area we're heading

to has a lot of rare herbs, not just blue barberry, so many people go there daily. They're probably just on the same route. Besides, who would dare to follow us with all our

bodyguards?"

Bonnie glanced at the cars of bodyguards trailing them and then at the black car, which occasionally merged with the other vehicles, making it hard to distinguish. Despite Andreas's reassurances, she felt uneasy and decided to stay alert.

Andreas noticed her furrowed brows and tried to reassure her with a smile. "There's nothing to worry about. And even if something happens, I'll protect you and ensure you're safe.”

"I'm not afraid," Bonnie replied, her tone exuding a natural confidence. "I just don't want anyone interfering with my plans." Her demeanor conveyed an unshakeable determination, indicating that no obstacle would deter her.

Andreas, having spent the past few days with Bonnie, had a sense that she was no ordinary person. Her mysterious aura fascinated him. "By the way, I forgot to ask earlier. What are you planning to do with the blue barberry? Though it's rare, if misused, it can be highly toxic. I'm curious about how you intend to use it."

"You're right," Bonnie acknowledged. "Blue barberry can indeed be toxic if misused. But I'm using it as a medicinal catalyst, combined with other herbs. It has various

applications, such as be withet.

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products, pharmaceuticals, and health supplements.

"Adding blue barberry enhances their effectiveness and safety. After extensive research, I discovered its potential and learned that it thrives in the climate here, so I came to find it."

As Bonnie spoke knowledgeably, Andreas's curiosity about her grew even more. "You're about the same age as me, yet you know so much. I'm curious about who you are and your position in Arvandor." Bonnie responded with a playful wink. "Guess."

Seeing that she wouldn't divulge more, Andreas didn't press the matter.

 

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"Even if I wanted to guess, I wouldn't be able to. But I'm not in a rush. I'll naturally find out when the time comes, " Andreas said.

Bonnie didn't respond, merely shaking her head with a knowing smile.

The car stopped at the entrance of an ancient, dense forest two hours later. Bonnie got out and surveyed the surroundings, her eyebrows furrowing in worry as she remained motionless. When Andreas noticed her hesitancy, he stepped out of the car and inquired inquisitively, "Why aren't you moving?"

Bonnie pursed her red lips and said, with a hint of seriousness. "This forest feels too dangerous. It looks like wild beasts could appear at any moment. I'm debating whether we should go in." Although she had survival skills, she didn't want to risk venturing into an unknown and potentially dangerous place.

"I've been inside before. I know where the blue barberry is and where the safest paths are. Just follow me," Andreas assured her.

Bonnie was momentarily taken aback, a flicker of doubt crossing her eyes. "What were you doing in such a dangerous place?"

Andreas scratched the back of his head, a shadow briefly passing through his eyes as he recalled something.

"Once we reach adulthood, every royal family member is sent here for a trial. I had to try various methods and paths to survive, so I'm familiar with most of the terrain here. Trust me, you'll be safe if you follow me."Chapter

Bonnie was surprised. From her interactions with Andreas over the past few days, she had seen him as a simple, kind-hearted young prince raised in luxury. She hadn't expected him to have undergone such harsh trials.

Moreover, the fact that he survived in such a harsh environment made her see him in a new light.

Andreas was saddened by her silence and assumed she didn't trust him. He then asked, "You don't believe me, do you? I genuinely consider you a friend and wouldn't endanger you." Bonnie walked over and patted his shoulder. "Stop overthinking. Did I ever say I didn't believe you?"

Andreas looked up quickly, his eyes regaining their shine. "You trust me?"

"Of course I've let you handle everything so far, haven't I? Howe could I not trust you?" Bonnie replied with a smile. She then glanced at the forest shrouded in mist and deeply exhaled.

"Since you know the way, let's go. The sooner we get back, the better. It'll be harder to navigate in the dark, and staying there too long increases the risk." Andreas's earlier gloom vanished, and he nodded eagerly. "Alright, let's head out right now."

As he spoke, he noticed the

bodyguards trailing behind them and frowned. "Why are you following us? With too many people, it's harder to move around. Stay here and keep an eye out for any suspicious people trying to enter."

The bodyguards exchanged puzzled glances, unsure but obedient to Andreas's command.

 

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The lead bodyguard stepped forward and said, "But Prince Andreas, the Queen specifically instructed us to ensure your safety. If it's just you and Ms. Bonnie going in, we won't be able to explain it to the Queen if something happens."

"I know this terrain well; nothing will happen," Andreas retorted, finding the bodyguards more of a hindrance than help.

They restricted his actions too much, so he didn't want them tagging along.

The lead bodyguard looked troubled. "But the Queen="

Andreas cut him off before he could finish. "The Queen, the Queen! Why do you keep mentioning her? Doesn't what I say count?"

The lead bodyguard immediately lowered his head, his voice becoming much quieter. "Prince Andreas, that's not what I meant."

"If not, then stay here and wait. Stop with the unnecessary talk." Andreas finished, then turned to Bonnie and said, "Let's go. Ignore them." "Alright," Bonnie replied, quickly following Andreas.

After walking for a while, Bonnie looked at Andreas and asked, "Is the Queen that the bodyguard mentioned your mother? But something about your tone seems off. Do you two not get along?"

Andreas forced a bitter smile. "She's not my biological mother; she's my stepmother. And yes, we don't get along well. Half of the people here were sent by her. They say they're protecting me, but they're actually monitoring me..."

At this point, he didn't want to continue. "It's a long story, and I can't explain it all now. Right now, we need to find the blue barberry before sunset. I'll tell you more about it another time."

"You're right. Let's hurry and not waste any more time. Getting the blue barberry is our priority," Bonnie said she quickened her pace and focused on the path ahead.

Her question was merely out of curiosity; she didn't expect Andreas to divulge all the details immediately.

"Yes," Andreas agreed and matched her pace.

After walking further, Andreas was panting heavily. "The blue barberry is just ahead."

Bonnie glanced at him with a slightly disdainful expression. "How long has it been since you last exercised? You're exhausted from just walking."

"It's not that I don't exercise! This path is just really long," Andreas replied sneaking a glance at her. "I'm also puzzled how you can walk such a long way without getting winded. Aren't you tired at all?"

Bonnie shrugged indifferently. "This distance is nothing. I've walked much farther before."

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nothing for her.

Andreas laughed helplessly. "Hearing you say that makes me even more curious about who you really are. I suspect your identity is far from simple."

"I'm just me, Bonnie. Who else could I be?" Bonnie responded with a vague smile.

Andreas laughed brightly, his words dripping with sweetness. "Right, you're Bonnie, the one and only Bonnie."

Looking ahead, he spotted the blue barberry and nearly cried joyfully.

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"Bonnie, do you see that? There's a large patch of blue barberry up ahead. My goodness, we finally found it. If we had to walk any further, my legs would have given out," Andreas exclaimed.

Bonnie laughed at his dramatic display. "Your stamina needs work. If people knew a girl outdid you, wouldn't that be embarrassing?"

"Being outdone by you is nothing to be ashamed of. I wholeheartedly admit defeat," Andreas replied cheerfully as he walked towards the blue barberry.

"Is this enough for you, or should we look for more elsewhere?" Andreas asked.

"This is plenty," Bonnie said.

She then pulled out the tools she had prepared and began harvesting the plants. The blue barberry had a layer of mucus on its surface, which was slightly toxic and would make one's hands extremely itchy if touched without gloves. Proper preparation was crucial to avoid severe itching.

This patch of blue barberry was in excellent condition, with a vibrant vitality that gave it a higher medicinal value than usual. Their journey had undoubtedly been worthwhile.

Leaning against a nearby tree, Andreas watched Bonnie intently as she carefully harvested the blue barberry. His heart began to beat uncontrollably.

"Thump, thump-" Each beat was louder than the last.

The sound pounded in his ears, making it impossible for him to think of anything other than the woman before him. From the moment he first saw Bonnie, she had deeply captivated him. Over the past few days, a feeling of infatuation had grown within him.

Andreas found himself staring at Bonnie, wholly entranced.

After finishing her task, Bonnie

looked up and was met with

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Andreas's mesmerized gaze. Feeling a strange and inexplicable

sensation, she furrowed her brows slightly and called out to him. Chapter

"Andreas, what's wrong? What are you thinking about?"

Startled out of his reverie, Andreas quickly looked away, worried she might see through his thoughts. He coughed lightly to cover his nervousness. "Ahem-nothing, nothing at all." Bonnie gave him a long look before tying up the bag of blue barberry and standing up. "I'm done. Let's head back."

Andreas nodded. "Alright."

"Who's there?!"

As they walked side by side, Andreas suddenly sensed something and instinctively jumped in front of Bonnie, spreading his arms to shield her. He looked around warily.

Bonnie furrowed her brows, slung the bag over her shoulder, and scanned their surroundings cautiously. "Where are they?"

She had been so focused on

harvesting the blue barberry that she

hadn't paid much attention to their surroundings. With Andreas's earlier assurance about knowing the terrain, she had let her guard down.

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Now, it seemed they had attracted unwanted attention.

"I'm not sure, but my intuition tells me they're nearby," Andreas said, taking a deep breath before

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continuing. "And there's a 90 percent chance they're after me. I'm sorry, I should have let the bodyguards come with us. My overconfidence has put you in danger as well."

 

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Bonnie was about to speak when several bodyguards in black clothes appeared and surrounded them.

To her surprise, the lead bodyguard was the same one who had expressed concern for Andreas's safety and insisted on protecting him before they entered the forest.

Remembering Andreas’s earlier comment about half the bodyguards being his stepmother’s people, it became clear. These bodyguards weren't here to monitor Andreas but to harm him and leave him to die in the wilderness

Bonnie thought. ‘It looks like I've stumbled into a royal family feud.’

Seeing the lead bodyguard, Andreas clenched his fists tightly and let out a cold laugh. "So that's why she was so eager to send people to protect me. It was all a ruse to harm me."Chapter

The lead bodyguard responded with a few insincere apologies. "Sorry, Prince Andreas, but the Queen is now carrying another little prince. To ensure that this new son can immediately be crowned king upon birth, we have to do this."

Andreas laughed coldly again. "Is she not afraid that my father will find out about her actions and abandon her?"

Upon hearing this, the lead bodyguard’s eyes flashed with a cold sharpness. "As long as we leave you here, the Queen will have nothing to worry about.”

He then turned his head and signaled to the other bodyguards. "Attack!" "Yes!" they responded, charging towards Andreas and Bonnie.

Andreas’s face darkened as he turned to Bonnie. "Don't worry, just stay behind me."

Bonnie raised her eyebrows slightly. and gave him a calm look. "I've never been one to hide behind others; You take care of yourself; I don't [need your protection.” ig

Her words, spoken with an inherent authority, left Andreas momentarily stunned.

In that briePmoment, a bodyguard seized the opportunity and lunged: at Andreas with a knife. Andreas realized it was too late to dodge, but justas the knife was about to reach ies, a blur moved in front of him.

With lightning-fast reflexes, Bonnie kicked the bodyguard in the wrist and stomped on his chest with her long leg.

When Andreas turned to see Bonnie standingn front of him, saving him from certain death, his heart began to race: Bonnie captivated him with her Heroic appearance as a savior at that I precise moment. Content bélongs =

Bonnie had just knocked down one bodyguard when she noticed Andreas still standing dazedly. She frowned deeply. "Are you planning to get stabbed?"

Andreas snapped out of his daze and then scratched his head awkwardly. "Sorry, I got a bit distracted.”

"Focus. Let's take care of these people and get out of here,” Bonnie said

Bonnie then picked up a stick from the ground to use as a weapon. She charged into the fray, engaging the bodyguards in combat. "Got it!" Andreas shouted and joined the fight.

Together, they fought with such ease that they soon defeated most of the bodyguards.