My fist reached Maehwaseon’s jaw. It didn’t connect fully. A hair’s-breadth distance—stopping right before I could feel the contact. “There won’t be a second time, Sect Leader.” I spat out an arrogant warning. At those words, Maehwaseon’s expression changed. From surprise to a blank face in an instant. His eyes turned cold, and the petals I’d felt around him grew...
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