He Really Did Look at Her Legs First

Summer days always seemed to pass more quickly.

Lucas woke up squinting, looking somewhat tired.

Since that night when Sophia and Luna met each other.

For several days straight.

Silly Sophia had been like she was on an energy drink, insisting on chatting with him until midnight.

And every time she started with:

"Was little sister Luna there today?"

"Where did you two go play without telling me today?"

"Poor Sophia can only play in the dirt by herself..."

And so on.

What could Lucas do?

Whenever he scolded her for having incorrect thoughts, saying she shouldn't have ulterior motives or be jealous of friends.

Sophia would freeze completely, then counter by saying she was too silly to understand jealousy or ulterior motives, she was just sad her friends didn't include her.

Looking at her pitiful little face, Lucas couldn't bring himself to say anything harsh, only patiently putting up with the silly girl's antics.

Fortunately, Sophia said last night she'd be coming back soon, so no more nightly video calls.

Lucas got up and started his morning routine, taking a moment while brushing his teeth to run his fingers through his messy bedhead, adding some water to smooth it down, leaving a few bangs in front, making it somewhat presentable.

A sharp-featured young handsome boy reappeared in the mirror.

He'd noticed that as his Charisma stat increased, his appearance was subtly changing too.

Though his parents' genes were already quite strong, he seemed to be getting slightly more handsome each day?

Lucas checked the System.

[Charisma: 18]

It had increased several points these past few days.

Some kind of human charm demon?

Of course, besides appearance.

Another factor affecting Charisma was bearing.

Now his every movement seemed to carry a hint of the Dragon Emperor's dignity.

Most notably, his mom's friend's puppy, which initially dared to bounce and rub against his legs.

Now whenever he appeared, the puppy would lower its head and whimper on the ground.

According to the System, this was due to being intimidated by his [Dragon Emperor's Presence].

[Life Force: 28, Dragon Power: 28, Insight: 18]

Through recent interactions with Luna, his Life Force had increased significantly, just 4 points away from the crucial 32 threshold where he could activate another treasure skill.

And his Dragon Power had reached "Peak Second Year"!

After washing up.

Lucas came to the living room.

Today Sarah had gone shopping with her friends early, so no breakfast was prepared.

Twenty dollars were left on the table.

Breakfast money for him and Luna.

But Luna hadn't come today.

That girl had been acting strange lately.

Often staring at him with fox-like flirtatious smiles.

Randomly stretching her little arms and legs in front of him.

Twisting here, rubbing there.

Then with a cool expression, commanding him.

"Lucas, look!"

"Lucas, touch!"

Then getting rewarded with knocks on the head.

Lucas knew the videos that day had somewhat influenced her, making her eyes sparkle strangely whenever he looked at his phone.

But unfortunately, he had no interest in young girls.

And he didn't want to become cellmates with some "dragon king" in prison.

Going downstairs to the familiar bakery.

The owner smiled warmly: "Ah, if it isn't our young hero!"

"The usual beef bun and milk today?"

Several elderly neighbors sat nearby having breakfast.

Having often exercised together with Lucas in the mornings, they'd become quite familiar and fond of the young boy.

Seeing Lucas alone today, they teased:

"Oh, where's your little sweetheart today?"

The elders had a deep impression of Luna - that little girl was too beautiful, like a little princess.

Plus Lucas was handsome too.

The two children looked perfect together.

So the elders naturally started shipping them.

Every day seeing Luna following Lucas around made their faces crinkle with smiles, feeling like they were getting diabetes from all the sweetness.

Lucas immediately put on a serious face, saying sternly: "Grandpa, please don't say such things! We're just good friends. If the police hear this, I'll be arrested!"

The elders roared with laughter at his proper demeanor, slapping their thighs in amusement.

"Ah, we understand, good friends! Young people these days are all like this - this one's a good friend, that one's a good friend. Just get together first and talk later!"

Lucas took the bun and milk from the owner.

Somehow, the elder's words seemed to hit close to home, making him inexplicably guilty.

When did these elders become so sharp and trendy?

But fortunately, he wasn't really an eight-year-old, otherwise he'd surely be red-faced and mortified right now.

Lucas said calmly: "Grandpa, you're really wronging innocent people. I only see her as a little sister, I don't understand what you mean by 'getting together'."

With that, he turned and ran off.

"Hahaha, this kid is interesting."

"This boy's something else, he'll break many young girls' hearts in the future."

The elders shook their heads watching Lucas leave, clicking their tongues in appreciation.

...

Waiting for the traffic light at the roadside.

Suddenly.

A black Range Rover roared straight toward him.

Lucas startled, instinctively jumping aside.

He'd already reincarnated once, he didn't want to do it again.

Besides, this wasn't a dump truck - getting hit might mean instant death.

But the Range Rover slowed as it approached, then gently stopped in front of him.

Lucas glanced at it.

"6.0, V12, full-time four-wheel drive, starting at 400,000."

Then the door opened, and a familiar figure jumped out.

Luna wore shiny leather shoes today, a pink Lolita dress, her long hair tied with a red ribbon, looking pretty and adorable.

Unlike usual, she didn't immediately stick to Lucas, instead standing properly by the car, blinking her big eyes at him.

Under Lucas's puzzled gaze.

Behind the gleaming black car door, a pair of stockinged long legs in high heels stepped out.

"Little Luna, after chatting half the night with auntie, is this the Lucas you've been thinking about?"

A soft, slightly lazy voice rang out.

It reached his ears with an inexplicable allure, sending tingles down his spine.

Lucas took a sip of milk.

Before he could see the person, the System's prompt appeared.

[Wow! It's the Grand Master from the young sorceress's magical academy! This powerful being seems to have just returned from otherworldly battles, and has noticed you due to your close relationship with the young sorceress.]

[This is a great opportunity! If you seize it, entering the magical academy, all this realm's mystical treasures will be at your disposal, allowing you to quickly restore your former Dragon Emperor's might! Dominating everything!]

However, that spine-tingling voice continued.

"Meeting today, your gaze really did fall on my legs first."

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