Hunter Academy: Revenge of the Weakest novel Chapter 502

Chapter 502 114.6 - Young Hearts

"Senior?" Astron's voice came through the phone, pulling her out of her thoughts.

Maya took a deep breath, forcing herself to keep her voice steady. "Sorry, Junior. I was just… thinking," she replied, trying to sound composed.

"Is everything all right?" Astron asked, his tone carrying a hint of concern.

"Yes," she said quickly, perhaps too quickly. "I'm just… tired from the training. But I'm fine."

But she wasn't fine. Not really. The fear of losing Astron to someone else, especially someone like Irina, gnawed at her, making her feel vulnerable in a way she hadn't experienced before. She had always prided herself on being strong, composed, and in control, but this was different. This was a matter of the heart, and it terrified her.

'He's mine,' she thought fiercely, a surge of possessiveness rising within her. 'I can't let anyone take him from me. Not Irina, not anyone.'

She knew it wasn't fair to think this way, but emotions weren't always fair. The connection she felt with Astron was special and unique, and she wasn't about to let anyone come between them.

She had to find a way to secure her place in his life, to make sure he saw her as more than just a senior, more than just a mentor.

She had already confirmed her feelings, but when it came to things regarding relationships like this, she was still immature.

After all, with her unique condition, she was not able to have any relationship with any other man before, and that still did not change.

And it was not like she had any reason to do so since she had never gotten into such a situation before.

"You are tired of your training, huh? You must not push yourself too hard."

"Don't worry, I am not pushing myself."

"That is good. As we talked before, if you tire yourself too hard, your vampiric tendencies will be harder to suppress."

"I know, I know," Maya said.

As she leaned back in the tub, her mind was racing with thoughts of how to secure her place in Astron's life.

She knew that being physically present around him would be the most effective way to deepen their bond, to ensure that she wasn't just another senior or mentor to him.

"When will you finish your training?" she asked, trying to sound casual but unable to fully mask the underlying eagerness in her voice.

Astron's response was as measured as ever. "My training is almost complete, Senior. But I need to take care of a few things during the remaining break."

Maya sensed an opportunity. This was her chance to intertwine their lives more closely, in a way that felt both natural and significant. She leaned forward slightly, a subtle smile playing on her lips as she spoke into the phone.

"I see," she said, her tone thoughtful. "But, Junior, do you need any help?"

"Help?" Astron echoed, a hint of surprise evident in his usually steady voice.

"Yep," Maya confirmed, her smile widening just a fraction. She could almost picture the slight arch of his brow on the other end, his mind processing her unexpected offer. Memories of their past interactions flashed through her mind, reminding her of the patterns she had observed in him over time.

Astron had a principle he lived by—a steadfast rule that guided his interactions. He always believed in balancing the scales, repaying in kind whatever he received. Acts of kindness were met with equal generosity, and he held a deep respect for the wishes of others, especially when they aligned with his own moral compass.

Drawing on this knowledge, Maya continued smoothly, "After all, you've been helping me all this time. It's only fair that I repay you."

There was a brief pause before Astron responded, his tone measured. "That's not necessary, Senior. You've already done more than enough."

Maya's eyes gleamed with determination as she leaned back against the cool porcelain of the tub, refusing to relent. "No, I don't think so, Junior. The support and guidance you've given me have been invaluable. I feel like I owe you, and I want to make sure I balance things out."

A soft sigh filtered through the speaker, and Maya could almost feel the slight shift in his demeanor. "If you insist," he conceded finally, his voice carrying a hint of resignation. "I wouldn't want to disregard your feelings on the matter."

"Great!" Maya replied brightly, satisfaction evident in her tone. "Just let me know how I can assist you, and I'll make the necessary arrangements."

There was a momentary silence, a pause that seemed to stretch just a bit longer than usual. Then, Astron's voice came through, tinged with a subtle curiosity. "Senior, your family… it's not simple, is it?"

Maya's lips curved into a knowing smile, intrigue sparking in her eyes. This was an unexpected turn in the conversation but one she found intriguing. "What makes you say that?" she asked, her voice smooth and inviting.