A misunderstanding? Qu Jianlei could not even be bothered to respond to the guy. Who was he underestimating?
But Nutrient Solution would not let it go. She truly could not tolerate being fooled. "Do you think you're guaranteed to survive?"
"My lord, that wasn't what I meant." The Supreme hurriedly waved his hands. "I only wanted to clear up your misunderstanding about the Thorn Circle."
His true intention in saying that was a little hard to gauge. Perhaps he was trying to show goodwill, or perhaps... threaten them? In any case, Nutrient Solution grew even angrier. "The Thorn Circle... do you think we'd care?"
"My lord, perhaps you don't understand." The Supreme spoke with a solemn expression.
"The Thorn Circle is not limited to Glory Academy. It is also widely spread among the Empire's three major powers, such as Imperial Capital Academy..."
Who knew whether he was trying to educate them, whether he thought he would eventually pay the ransom, or whether he was... defending the Thorn Circle's honor?
Unfortunately for him, he had mentioned a sensitive term—a term others would all envy.
Nutrient Solution's expression instantly changed. She cut him off directly. "You're from Imperial Capital Academy?"
So you're afraid of something too? The Supreme sneered inwardly, though his face remained calm.
"Then you must be a Senior Female Apprentice? May I ask which class you were in? I studied under..."
Nutrient Solution raised a hand, and a short dagger struck squarely into his forehead.
Then she spoke expressionlessly. "I was just saying I couldn't find a reason to kill you!"
"But..." The Supreme across from her stared in astonishment. He wanted to say something more, but his mouth had already slipped beyond his control.
At that moment, endless regret welled up in his heart. But that wasn't my