Half-Elf

Clearly, Elisa had come specifically to see Chen Rui, not Paul. Chen Rui had no idea what this seemingly insignificant follower of hers was after, and he had originally wanted to probe for information about the Holy Mountain, especially the whereabouts of Snowpeak Platform. Now, that would have to be postponed.

"Miss Elisa, what can I do for you?" Having witnessed Elisa display her power during the assassination attempt in Gaddon City, Chen Rui carefully followed behind her the entire way, wearing an expression of utmost respect toward a powerful expert.

"Why are you being so stiff?" Elisa giggled. "I had you to thank for your warning in Gaddon City last time. Otherwise, I'd probably have died long ago. Since you've come to White Cliffs this time, I can finally repay you."

"I didn't really do much that time." Chen Rui gave a wry smile and pointed at the little thunderbird on his shoulder. "If we're counting merits, it was really the one who deserves the credit."

"Then I'll repay it too," Elisa said. Her fingers moved in a strange rhythm before the little thunderbird, swaying gently as she slowly reached out to stroke it. Yet the little thunderbird did not budge. It stared fixedly at the approaching hand, the feathers atop its head standing on end as it looked ready to fight for its life.

Elisa withdrew her hand and stuck out her tongue. "What a hard little fellow to tame. Looks like my Beast Taming Technique is far inferior to your Mind Speech. It doesn't appreciate my kindness at all."

He had to admit, sticking out her tongue did look adorable. But Chen Rui knew full well the venom hidden beneath this innocent, charming girl's appearance. Alice often made that expression too, but hers was truly adorable. Thinking