When Shion heard Lin Guang's words, she stared blankly at his handsome face, her cheeks growing a little rosier.
Ogres were a race that revered the strong, and combined with the effects of Lin Guang's skill [King of Charisma], Shion's affection for him soared.
His words brought it to the point of a slight romantic attraction in an instant.
"I... I understand. Let's get some rest early, then. We still have to keep traveling tomorrow."
With that, Shion lay straight down on the ground, resting her head on a rock with her back to Lin Guang, as though she were already asleep.
Lin Guang smiled softly. He did not use Ninjutsu to create a room either. Like Shion, he simply lay on the ground, closed his eyes, and began resting.
The next day.
When Lin Guang saw Shion again, her appearance had already changed considerably.
Shion had evolved from an Ogre into an Oni. Her frame had become much more petite than before, but her figure had improved as well. The obsidian-like horn on her head had become much smaller, and her features had grown more delicate.
But Lin Guang could sense that the magicules within Shion's body had increased exponentially.
"Lord Lin Guang, have you noticed anything different about me?"
Shion leaned close to Lin Guang and looked at him expectantly.
Lin Guang smiled softly and said, "Yes, you've become stronger and prettier, Shion."
Shion blushed slightly at his words, then hoisted her greatsword onto her shoulder and said, "Yes! Now I feel like I could win even against the chief!"
Hearing this, Lin Guang smiled softly, then said, "I see. Then let's keep going and see if we can reach the Beast Kingdom's border today."
Hearing Lin Guang's words, Shion said with complete confidence, "No problem! Lord