145. First Love Resurrected

"I'm so stupid, really, why did I believe the nonsense my own mother told me?"

Dorothy sat on the edge of the Armed Society's Great Colosseum, rubbing her face with both hands, feeling like a complete idiot. After all, even children know that sometimes a mother's words can't be trusted, like "I'll keep your New Year's money safe for you until you grow up."

Yep, that recent line from dear mom was just the same.

She ultimately couldn't avoid the sparring session with Euphilia. Since Dorothy had already agreed to participate in the special training, it was natural for her coach, the Dragon Witch, to first assess her current level. Only after understanding her abilities could she arrange the subsequent training more effectively.

Because she really believed the doting love her mother subtly exhibited through her smiles, and since it was just a base-level sparring match, Dorothy thought it wouldn't be too painful—so she truly went for it.

And then...