Novel Usb
Chapter 809 188.2 - Formation Training
Chapter 809 188.2 - Formation Training
"Did you enjoy sitting beside her?" she asked with a whisper, her tone carrying a sharp edge masked by a thin layer of teasing.
Astron turned his head slightly, his sharp purple eyes meeting hers for just a split second before looking away again, unreadable as ever. He didn't answer immediately, but instead, his hand moved with calm precision, gently covering hers. With a quiet but firm motion, he pulled her hand away from his arm.
Irina's fiery gaze flicked to his face, catching the faintest twitch at the corner of his mouth. It wasn't much—barely noticeable to anyone else—but to her, it was as good as a confession.
"Now that Irina is here," Astron said smoothly, his voice steady but carrying a subtle undertone that betrayed his unease, "let's start."
His calm, composed tone filled the air, but Irina could sense it—this wasn't like him. Normally, he would let others take the lead in moments like this, content to observe from the sidelines. The fact that he was stepping in now, taking charge, told her everything she needed to know.
'He's flustered.'
Irina's lips curled into a triumphant smirk, the heat of satisfaction spreading through her chest. 'Heh… do you see this?' she thought smugly, her fiery gaze flicking to Sylvie.
Sylvie was watching her, her expression carefully neutral but her eyes betraying a flicker of something—curiosity? Annoyance? Irina couldn't be sure, but she didn't care. She straightened her posture slightly, letting her presence radiate with quiet confidence as she turned her attention back to Astron.
"Alright," Irina said, her tone smooth and composed, though the edge of victory lingered in her voice.
Astron adjusted his posture slightly, his calm demeanor returning as he looked over the group. His voice, measured and deliberate, broke the tension lingering in the air. "Let's first talk about what this practice is about."
The others straightened in their seats, their
