The Mercenary Queen Strikes Back (Lily Hastings) novel Chapter 114

Chapter 114

Natasha’s petite form dangle helplessly from Nova’s grip on her nape, just like a baby chick caught mad–air

In the stands, the students who weren’t competing stared wide–eyed in disbelief

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As for the exchange students waiting for their torn, they all looked absolutely terrified–like they’d just seen a thou

The tense silence was suddenly broken by the distinct sound of someone gulping

Nova released her grip on Natasha’s neck.

Natasha was dropped unceremoniously to the ground, clutching her neck and coughing hard.

Natasha choked out weakly, “Cough, cough, cough…”

Nova wasn’t about to take Natasha’s word for it.

She knew better than to trust anyone so easily. Even on the battlefield, no matter how much one tortured an enemy ɔrisoner, they’d still lie right to their face and employ every trick in the book.

Betrayal and deception were commonplace in the underworld.

The only reason Nova didn’t go any further with Natasha was because she’d lived through betrayal herself–back when th Bloodblade Mercenary Corps first started, over a thousand men she’d trusted for years had stabbed her in the buck withou

esitation.

Back in those days, Snowfang was still loyal to her.

Chost–Hammer, Marlie, Falcony, and Snowfang had all followed her as she escaped to Kylentia

On the way, she personally saved a little girl from the international slave market in Castille

With Natasha’s hint and seeing her face up close, Nova finally connected the dots–the girl in front of her man betap perfectly with the little one from her memories.

That was why, from the very first moment, Nova had felt like she already knew her

Natasha really was the hule girl Nova had rescued years ago in Castilh

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Back then she didn’t save Natasha base du felt sorry for her up worsed to play Pecatu

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Huur gaze…

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It was just like the one she’d seen in her little brother’s eyes when they were kids, the same stubborn fight to live against a

odds.

The two of them exchanged moves so fast and fierce that their bodies were just a streaking blur–nobody in the stands ca keep track of what was happening.

Then came the moment when Nova pinned Natasha by the neck, and Natasha started rambling with those confusing, alm nonsensical words that left everyone completely baffled

During their fight, it was as if the teachers, students–heck, the entire audience vanished from their minds. The world h hrunk down to just the two of them, locked in battle.

All eyes were glued to the scene on the arena, and people were so blown away by what they saw, half of them sprang right ‘rom their seats without realizing it.

Thud!

One of the judges was so unnerved by the tension in the arena that she nearly jumped out of her skin. sliding night off her >ench and landing squarely on the floor.

she was so shaken, she didn’t even realize she was making a fool of herself.

Still dazed, she stammered, “Did she… was she really trying to kill her just now?”

Adults and students just don’t think alike–their perspectives are miles apart.

On the students‘ side, Casey, Zack, Rhys, and Holden were absolutely floored.

Their eyes went wide, bodies trembling with shock.

But what really caught their attention was…

Casey blurted out, her voice shaking, “Nova actually took down Morales’s champion from last year

Does that mean could she be our self–defense champion this year for Morales?

Cack hadn’t forgotten that question he’d asked Nova carlier just how wane was het strength, anyway

He pointed right at the arena, his voice shaking with excitement just like tary

Holy crap dann

Did you see that! Nova nearly straight up nublured Natasha

Her skills are actually lethal like to cal she could killed her shed

Rhys who always pruded his self on being the carcat case

held tight to las opinong but as long

But now Nova bad just shit bark up the hard way

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whys’s dieeks burned with humiliation—he couldn’t believe he’d ever doubted her.

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Zane was lurking in a corner, staring at Nova like he was seeing her for the very first time. She looked like a girl who’d claw her way out of hellfire–scarred, unbreakable, and blazing with strength.

In the end, he just let out a bitter, self–mocking laugh.

‘Guess I really did underestimate you. Maybe I was never good enough for you after all… he thought.

Head hanging low, he slunk out of the arena like a kicked puppy, tail between his legs.

The crowd that had been chanting Natasha’s name, hoping she’d flatten Nova like a frog squashing a bug, just went completely silent.

It was like someone had stuffed a dork in their mouths–nobody could make a sound.

“Whoa… she’s really that strong…

“Nova actually beat Natasha!

“No, she didn’t just beat her–she steamrolled her!” one said.

As the crowd shifted from dead silence to explosive cheers, the referee stepped up with an official announcement.

“First round of the self–defense competition–Nova Blake of Saint Laurel Royal Academy takes the win!

‘Regrettably, Natasha from Grinston University has been defeated and is disqualified from the competition.

‘Contestants from other schools, please get ready for your challenge!”

The competition wasn’t over yet, and Nova still hadn’t won it all.

By the competition rules, she had to keep fighting.

But after that mind–blowing show of dominance the moment Nova entered the arena, she’d left everyone aswor think straight.

Not a single soul dared to step up and challenge her next Nova Blake

Nova headed toward the edge of the stands cool as ever

Natashia didn’t care at all about getting disqualified she hurried alto) Nova grimming domica

Nova thank you for still remembering me

She hurried up in front of Novaka

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“Nova with the way i high now I’m not a disgrace for your any mon might

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ve remembered every single one–right up till today.

Natasha’s voice faltered and grew quiet

She was here to pay Nova back for saving her life.

From the moment Nova rescued her, she’d made a vow–to grow strong, just like Nova, and one day become someone powerful enough to take on the whole world.

It was Nova who gave her this life.

Five years ago, she was so powerless that the rich trampled all over her–she was treated worse than a stray dog

This time, she didn’t just walk up and tell Nova who she was. Instead, she set this whole thing up for one umple reason. She just wanted Nova to see that she was no longer that helpless little girl who needed someone to protect her

Now, she was someone strong enough to walk right beside Nova and match her pace.

You’re exceptional,” Nova said, her voice softening noticeably as she looked over at Natasha.

And she meant it.

Honestly, there weren’t many who could even survive a few moves against her in a fight.

Marlie, her once loyal right–hand, was one of that rare handful.

For Natasha to get this good in just five years? That was seriously impressive.

Natasha’s face lit up with pure delight at Nova’s words, and she straightened up, her posture suddenly confident and d

At just sixteen, she struck a bold, signature pose–practically channeling her grown–up, warrior spirit–looking way mature than her age.

She jumped in enthusiastically, volunteering herself right then and there

So do I finally have what it takes to be one of your crew, Nova? To night by your side and give it may sit hom veka

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