I'm here to save the world, what are you doing?

A breeze blew by, and a few strands of hair swayed playfully beside her ears. Maria raised her hand and stroked them. In this simple movement, she showed the rationality of a scholar as well as her unique intelligence and gentleness.

At this moment, Maria was frowning and repeatedly checking the letter in her hand.

Her expression changed from initial surprise, to confusion, and then to disbelief.

In the end, she even held up the letter to the sunlight, letting the light pass through the special emblem at the end of the letter to confirm its authenticity.

"Is this...really written by my father?"

She whispered to herself, confusion evident in her voice:

“These changes are too big…”

Maria wondered if she was still dreaming.

Just as Maria was lost in thought, soft footsteps were heard from deep within the garden.

Soon, a figure slowly walked out from the path behind the flowers.

Una was an elf girl who looked about sixteen years old. She had the perfect proportions and otherworldly beauty that were unique to the elves. The moment she appeared, even time stopped because of her beauty.

Her skin is as white and flawless as fresh snow, and it presents an almost transparent perfect texture under the sunlight, making people want to reach out and touch it, but dare not defile this pure beauty.

Her long, golden hair cascaded down to her waist, like the first rays of light from the rising sun.

The pointed ears unique to the elves add an otherworldly aura to her, and her yellow-green gradient eyes are breathtakingly beautiful. Every time she blinks, it's like a gem deflecting light.

"Teacher Maria, what are you doing?"

The girl walked over to Maria, a gentle smile on her face, radiating a peaceful and elegant charm.

"You look like you're having troubles."

Maria raised her head and smiled gently when she saw the person coming.

"Viviana, you're just in time."

"Come and sit down. I did encounter some... unexpected things."

Viviana Aenarion, the only daughter of the current Phoenix King and the next ruler of the Elven Court.

At the same time, she is also the reason why Maria appears in the Phoenix Palace.

As a scholar with in-depth research on magical theories, Maria came to the Elf King's Court to learn the advanced magical theories passed down from ancient times.

Although the elves experienced the catastrophe of the "Great Annihilation" and their strength is greatly reduced, their accumulation of magic is still profound, especially some theoretical foundations, which are still difficult for other races to achieve today.

Maria showed amazing talent in academics. She not only quickly mastered the elves' complex theoretical system, but also put forward her own innovative insights in many fields.

This talent and diligence soon caught the attention of the Phoenix King.

At that time, the Phoenix King was worried about his daughter Viviana's performance in magic theory.

Viviana's grades were not ideal, which made her father, the Phoenix King, very worried.

Therefore, the Phoenix King extended a sincere invitation to Maria, hoping that she could serve as Viviana's private tutor in addition to her academic research.

Maria gladly accepted the invitation.

Under Maria's careful guidance, Viviana's grades improved significantly, and the two established a deep friendship, becoming both a teacher and a friend.

Viviana nodded and came to sit next to Maria, sitting upright and elegantly.

Then, Viviana looked at Maria, her eyes gleaming with concern:

"Teacher Maria, can you share it with me?"

"Maybe I can help you share some of your worries?"

"It's not really a worry."

Maria smiled bitterly and shook her head:

"It's just that what's happened at home recently is a little hard for me to adapt. The changes have come too fast and too big, and it always feels unreal to me."

She raised the letter in her hand and sighed:

"Viviana, do you know?"

"Sometimes life is like this. When you think everything is calm, suddenly there will be a storm coming towards you."

Viviana tilted her head, a hint of curiosity flashing in her eyes:

"If you don't mind, could you tell me exactly what happened?"

Maria pondered for a moment, then nodded:

"There's nothing to be said. It's all family matters."

She unfolded the letter again and began to tell Viviana its contents.

"First, my sister—Octavia."

Maria's voice was filled with obvious shock:

"She's back! You know, she's been missing for eighteen years."

"Eighteen years? That's a long time, but that's probably a good thing, right?"

Viviana blinked:

"Congratulations, Teacher Maria. The separated family members are reunited. Isn't this something worth celebrating?"

"Logically, I should be happy."

Maria nodded and then said:

"But I've never met this sister, and I don't know how I'm going to get along with her when I go back."

Maria has never been good at socializing, so she devoted herself to academics.

Viviana nodded thoughtfully, then asked with concern:

"So...is there anything else?"

“Yes, and it’s even more surprising.”

Maria's face showed some emotion:

"My sister, Plotina, has a marriage arranged for her by my father."

Upon hearing the news, Viviana's reaction was obviously much stronger than before.

Her beautiful eyes widened instantly, and an imperceptible strange color flashed in them, but she quickly concealed it.

"Your sister is getting married?"

Viviana tried hard to maintain a calm tone, but if you listened carefully, you could hear that her voice was trembling slightly.

That bitch is getting married?

Hahaha! It seems so!

Can't laugh!

Hold back!

Never smile with your teeth clenched!

Viviana tried hard to control her expression and not let herself laugh too exaggeratedly:

"Wow, the youngest of the three sisters is the first to get married?"

"Your family situation is really amazing~"

At this point, Viviana asked seemingly casually:

"Who will your sister marry, then?"

This issue was obviously what she cared about most. Although she tried to appear nonchalant, if Maria looked closely, she would find that Viviana's fingers had unconsciously grasped the hem of her skirt.

Unfortunately, Maria was immersed in her own troubles at the time and did not notice the student's subtle abnormality.

She answered directly:

"The fiancé my father chose for Plotina is Lucius, the only son of the Guardian of the Eastern Territory of the Empire."

Maria recalled, a thoughtful expression on her face:

"I've met him a few times, and as far as my impression is concerned, Lucius gives me a very good impression."

"Besides, Uncle Glade is also an old friend of Father's, so they are a good match."

Viviana: ???

The moment the name "Lucius" came out of Maria's mouth, Viviana's expression changed drastically.

The originally peaceful and beautiful face instantly became hideous and terrifying, with a heart-pounding murderous intent appearing in the eyes.

Scenes from the past came flooding back like a tide, and every picture was so clear as if it were happening yesterday.

Many years later, facing Plotina, Nora, and Iveliya (omitted later), Viviana Aenarion will remember the distant morning when she put the laurel crown on Lucius.

The good-looking human boy performed well in the weightlifting competition and won the victory by defeating all the other competitors.

As a special guest, Viviana followed the ceremony procedures and personally placed the laurel crown symbolizing honor on him.

At the moment when the crown was put on, the boy held her hand without hesitation and said something that made her feel awkward to this day:

"You are the most beautiful elf girl I have ever seen. Your eyes are like stars. My father is the Warden of the East. Can you teach me the Elvish language?"

Then, the scene changed, and it was the night before he was about to leave Splenda.

Lucius once said that he would give her a special gift before she left.

Six-year-old Viviana was so excited that she couldn't sit still the whole day. She even picked out the most beautiful dress and spent a long time dressing up in front of the mirror.

However, on that night that was destined to be remembered by her for the rest of her life, Viviana stood on the agreed street, waiting alone for the entire night.

Fireworks bloomed in the night sky, music echoed in her ears, and couples walked past her talking and laughing, but the person she was waiting for never showed up.

Her mood changed from anticipation to confusion, then to worry and fear, and finally to heartbroken despair.

It was not until the first ray of dawn appeared on the horizon that Viviana was forced to painfully admit that she had been abandoned.

That was the first time in her life that she experienced the pain of betrayal. After returning to the mission headquarters, Viviana cried for a whole day.

Heartless man! Heartless man! Heartless man!

And the most damnable Plotina!

Sharp husband and silver wife!!!

Viviana cursed madly in her heart, but the change in her expression only lasted for a brief moment.

As the next Phoenix King, she has already mastered the skill of controlling her facial expressions to perfection.

Soon, she put on her gentle mask again, as if the hideousness of the previous moment had never existed.

But Maria still keenly noticed something unusual.

She turned her head and asked with concern:

"Viviana, you don't look well. Are you feeling unwell?"

Viviana smiled naturally and shook her head slightly:

"It's nothing, Teacher Maria."

"It's just that hearing the name Lucius just now brought back some unpleasant memories."

She paused, a look of worry in her eyes, and then said in a tone that was considerate of her friend:

"Teacher Maria, I had some contact with Lucius when I was a child."

"Based on my personal experience, he's not a good person."

"I think you'd better persuade your father. If Plotina really marries Lucius, she will fall into the abyss completely, and there will definitely be no good results."

"Believe me, that man will ruin her life!"

I am a shining example!

When Maria heard this, surprise flashed in her eyes.

She had never expected Viviana to be so negative about Lucius.

However, Maria is not the kind of person who can be easily influenced by others in her judgment.