"Ron, long time no see." Trish's voice was much lighter: "Didn't expect to run into you here."
"Trish, congratulations on winning the duel." Ron was slightly surprised, but he sincerely congratulated her: "Your leopardess is incredibly strong."
The scene immediately triggered murmurs of surprise and envy among the surrounding apprentices.
"Isn't that..."
"Ron? Isn't he that..."
"Lady Allen's new assistant! I've seen him in the herb store..."
"Trish actually knows him, no wonder her leopardess is so strong, she must have used a special advancement magic potion!"
"Oh my, look at Cynthia's expression, she looks like she wants to kill someone..."
Trish's easy victory and her familiarity with Ron undoubtedly elevated her status in the eyes of the crowd.
Those who might have initially looked at her with a bit of scrutiny now showed her respect.
Cynthia stood in the distance, her eyes filled with jealousy and rage.
