A Core Ship From The Start Chapter 718

Chapter 718: Chapter 527: The Fisherman Never Lacks Air Force_2 Chapter 718: Chapter 527: The Fisherman Never Lacks Air Force_2 “I am truly sorry, but I wish to continue communicating with you. I am very eager to understand you, especially your abilities. How about it? Even five minutes would be good, do you have time now?”

“No, this…”

To be honest, the Heinz before Mary seemed a bit unfamiliar. Although she knew Heinz, she was not close to him and usually they were just casual acquaintances. However, the current Heinz had no gentlemanly demeanor. Generally speaking, since she had already rejected him, Heinz shouldn't be pestering her. Yet, he did not seem to show any signs of backing down, although polite in his demeanor, his tenacity was unwavering…

Just when Mary was in a dilemma, suddenly, another voice intervened in their conversation.

“That's enough, Heinz Beck. You're making this lady quite uncomfortable.”

Along with this voice, a young gentleman with a cane and wearing a hat walked over from the side.

“It seems this lady is in a hurry, it's not commendable to hold her against her will.”

The man said, and then gave Mary a slight smile.

“I'm sorry, miss. This fellow is my companion. As you can see, he is a bit peculiar and bothersome.”

“Okay, thank you very much.”

She expressed her heartfelt thanks to the man who had saved her from a dire situation.

“My name is Mary, Mary Clarissa Christie.”

The man responded with a slight smile to Mary's introduction.

“I am Winston Churchill, a friend of Heinz. Well then, miss… please, feel free to leave…”

“Then, I must take leave. I'm terribly sorry.”

She picked up her dress again, curtsied, and then Mary turned and left. The man named Churchill watched her departing figure, the corners of his lips curved into a slight smile.

“Good night, Mary Clarissa, sweet dreams.”

Mary was unaware of his gaze on her. In fact, she did not stop until she had hurriedly entered the school building, finally letting out a sigh of relief.

“Phew…”

“You're quite popular, aren't you?”

It was then that Duanmu Huai's voice emerged from behind Mary.

“Oh… That was really too much, Mr. Duanmu. It's not gentlemanly to know a lady is in distress and not come to her rescue.”

Mary complained a little in response to Duanmu Huai.

“Honestly, I didn't expect you to be entangled with such a man for so long. You could have simply said, 'I'm in a hurry,' and left, couldn't you?”

“That wouldn't do.”

Mary shook her head.

“My mother taught me that no matter what a gentleman is saying, it's only proper for a lady to listen attentively; it's a matter of courtesy.”

“The life of a lady is really bothersome. That being said…”

Duanmu's voice at this point became somewhat twisted.

“Is it always so cheesy when you pursue girls here? It gave me goosebumps.”

“Ah haha… I guess it varies from person to person…”

Mary could only give a bitter laugh to Duanmu's complaints. This was the first time she saw this side of Heinz; had she known beforehand, she would have made an excuse and left right away. Perhaps some of the aristocratic ladies might like this kind of behavior, but Mary agrees with Duanmu Huai. When Heinz was speaking to her earlier, her mind went blank and she was completely stiff. No man has ever spoken to her so blatantly in person.

While it's true she'd received even more romantic letters, the nature of letters and direct conversation are quite different.

Mary then climbed the stairs and arrived at her own classroom – after using such an excuse, she might as well go the whole hog.

From this point of view, Mary was indeed very honest.

Sitting in front of her desk, Mary found herself bored and suddenly turned to Duanmu Huai.

“Mr. Duanmu, how would you pursue a girl?”

“Me?”

Upon hearing Mary's sudden inquiry, Duanmu Huai frowned.

“I haven't pursued anyone before.”

“Eh? Is that so? Ah… yes…”

When she heard Duanmu Huai's reply, Mary was stunned for a moment, but then she seemed to understand and nodded in sudden realization.

But when she saw Mary's reaction, Duanmu Huai immediately became uncomfortable.

“What is it? Looking down on me?”

“No, no, no, that's not what I meant…”

Despite Mary's words, she couldn't help but let the corners of her mouth lift slightly… she spent significant time with Duanmu Huai and knew well-enough that even though he appeared fierce, he was quite a gentle person. Therefore, she didn't mind tossing playful banter his way.

But Duanmu Huai couldn't bear it.

“Don't you underestimate me! Making a girl blush and get all woozy is nothing. If that pretty boy can do it, so can I! Watch me do it now!”

“Uh… What are you planning to do?”

“Take this.”

Duanmu Huai took off his jacket and outer shirt, handing them to Mary, who obediently extended her hand to receive them. Quite puzzled, she watched Duanmu Huai take a deep breath and look her way.

“Watch carefully! This is way easier than what that pretty boy did!”

After saying this, Duanmu Huai puffed out his chest, took another deep breath, and then…

“Hah!!”

With a fierce roar, Mary witnessed the white shirt on Duanmu's body utterly bursting open, revealing his intimidating muscles in full display right before her eyes!

Witnessing this, Mary was genuinely taken aback. She saw Duanmu Huai's clothes explode, his muscles bulging out like a rapidly inflating balloon. Under the moonlight, this bald muscular man looked even more terrifying than a ferocious beast!!

At this moment, Mary found herself panting heavily, her heart racing, legs weakening; she could hardly stand!

Then, Duanmu Huai stood tall again, scrutinizing Mary with a smirk.

“Are you blushing?”

Mary reached out and touched her face; it was burning hot. Even without asking, she knew it was surely flushed. After all, she had never seen a man half-naked before… at least not the top half.

“Is your heart racing?”

Of course, it was. It almost leaped out of her throat!

“Feeling weak at the knees?”

At that moment, she could barely get up from her chair!

But……
“No, this isn't right, Mr. Duanmu!”

As a maiden, a lady, Mary felt that she must express her disbelief and dissatisfaction at Duanmu Huai's behavior.

“What isn't right? Look at you! Your heart is racing, your cheeks are flushed, and you can't even stand. Isn't this more effective than a pretty boy whispering sweet nothings?”

“No… It's different!”

“There's no difference. Have you heard of the misattribution of arousal? It's exactly the same thing.”

“No, it's not at all……”

Though Mary insisted that she wouldn't accept Duanmu Huai's reasoning, he didn't care. He saw Mary's blushing face, her dazed eyes, and her weakened body as she sat in the chair. To anyone unaware of the reason, it would certainly look like a young girl smitten with love, wouldn't it?

Besides, even if they knew the reason, what difference would it make? As Duanmu Huai stated, all roads lead to Rome; the outcome matters, not the path.

Due to this episode, Mary spent the following while arguing with Duanmu Huai, but sadly, he didn't pay any heed to her protest. Finally, not winning the debate, Mary sighed and chose to give up. She walked towards the main gate again, and tried to push it open.

“…Huh?”

But the door seemed to have merged with the space, remaining motionless.

What's happening?

Mary instinctively reached out to push the door again, but it remained as immovable as a wall.

As Mary looked astounded, Duanmu Huai's voice rang out.

“Alright, stop pushing. The fish has taken the bait.”

Turning around, Mary saw an eerie shadow emerging at the end of the corridor, staring menacingly at her. The creature looked like a fly twice the size of a human. Its head bore a crimson eye that was fixed intently on Mary.

“Golden Pupil… Right eye… Give me!!”

Immediately after, the creature let out an indistinguishable roar.

At the same time, Duanmu Huai clenched his fists.

Indeed, fall for the bait, fellas, just as forecasted!

Chapter end

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