From Pawn to King: Ruling a Harem of Chaos

Chapter 13: Even Bad Women Can Get PUA'd

Unlike her reaction when dealing with Shia, Ella was far more composed in front of Lilith. Even with a hint of guilt tugging at her heart, as a teacher, she had no trouble keeping up appearances.

Her expression betrayed nothing as she frowned lightly.

"I'm simply giving a new student a tour of the academy. Lilith, have you misunderstood something?"

Her refined, classical demeanor radiated poise and confidence, leaving no room for suspicion. If anything, she seemed slightly displeased by her student's doubts.

Her gaze seemed to silently accuse: 'I'm just helping your fiancé get to know the academy, and this is how you repay my kindness?'

The subtle pressure from her mentor's aura made Lilith, who had initially been confident in her accusations, falter.

Facing such an authoritative teacher, what could she possibly say?

Unable to continue pressing her teacher, Lilith turned her attention to Shia.

For the first time since Shia arrived in this world, Lilith actually gave him a proper look.

"Darling, isn't it a bit much to trouble Teacher like this? Let me take you around the academy instead."

Though phrased as a question, her tone left no room for refusal. Lilith fully expected her offer to be accepted.

She'd escort Shia away and get to the bottom of this privately.

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Ten minutes later.

The blonde-haired, red-dressed young lady sat opposite Shia, her stunning face wearing an air of composure tinged with a hint of disdain.

Though her gaze rested on Shia, it carried an undertone of indifference, as if he wasn't worth her attention.

Her long legs were crossed, one foot tapping lightly, the motion drawing attention to the sleek, stocking-clad limbs that nearly reached into Shia's personal space.

With her arms crossed and an icy demeanor, Lilith exuded an air of untouchable elegance.

She tilted her chin slightly upward.

"Come clean. The truth will go easier for you. What's going on?"

Here we go, Shia thought to himself, amused.

If he weren't such a courteous and restrained man, he might have laughed in her face.

He took a moment to observe this so-called bad woman up close.

Golden hair cascading in waves, a perfect face, and legs that could inspire devotion.

Before he arrived in this world, such a woman would have been his wildest fantasy.

Now, it was time to show her the pinnacle of PUA tactics.

"About what?"

"About why you were alone with Teacher in such an intimate position," Lilith demanded, her tone heavy with entitlement.

As her property, he should've been keeping his distance from other women.

Instead, he'd been flirting with Ella? Acting innocent as if he'd done nothing wrong?

She deserved an explanation.

But before she could press further, Shia struck first.

"You don't trust me?" His voice, soft and tinged with sadness, caught Lilith off guard.

"I can't believe it… You actually suspect me?"

Disappointment and sorrow filled his gaze, his expression one of pure heartbreak.

The sudden shift left Lilith momentarily stunned.

Before she could recover, Shia launched into his next move.

His hurt expression faded, replaced by a blank, emotionless mask.

"Are you tired of me? Is that why you're finding excuses to distance yourself?"

His hollow voice carried the weight of a man betrayed, looking at her as if she were the villain.

The unexpected shift rendered Lilith speechless.

What the hell was happening? She'd just asked a simple question, and now…

Shia dragged a hand across his face, as if wiping away nonexistent tears.

"I get it now. You're just sick of me."

"If you don't want me anymore, just say so. Why use these excuses to push me away?"

"Don't worry. I'll let you go. I'll find a corner to cry in alone, and I promise I won't get in your way."

Lilith opened her mouth to respond, but the words felt hollow as they left her lips.

"I'm not… That's not… It's not what you think…"

But what was it, exactly? Even she couldn't explain.

Glancing nervously at Shia's face, she finally muttered softly, "I'm sorry. I shouldn't have doubted you."

Her voice was barely audible, as if she were the one at fault.

Too quiet for anyone but herself to hear.

Shia's gaze turned colder, his disappointment deepening.

"This is how you treat our relationship?"

He turned his face away, refusing to look at her.

"I'm so disappointed in you."

Lilith panicked. How could he think she didn't care?

Watching his "heartbroken" demeanor, she hurriedly raised her voice.

"It was my mistake! I shouldn't have doubted you. I misunderstood your feelings. I'm sorry!"

She closed her eyes, her face burning with shame as she shouted her apology.

It was humiliating, but she had no choice. She had to appease him, no matter the cost.

Shia didn't turn to face her but fell silent.

Lilith fidgeted anxiously, trying to sneak a glance at his expression, but he gave her nothing.

Shia's eyes glinted briefly, though his voice remained calm and detached.

"That's enough. I need to prepare for the freshman ceremony. I'm leaving."

With that, he stood and walked away, his strides purposeful and unhurried.

Within moments, he was almost out of sight.

Lilith hesitated, torn between chasing after him and risking making things worse.

Before she could decide, Shia paused, glancing back slightly.

"I need some time to cool off. I don't want to take out my bad mood on you."

His words struck a chord in Lilith's heart.

Even when he was so upset, so hurt, he was still thinking about her.

How considerate…

As Shia disappeared from view, Lilith's thoughts churned.

Something about this felt… off.

Those words he'd said—they felt oddly familiar.

Wait a second. Weren't those the kinds of lines 'girls' usually used?

Why was he, a guy, so skilled at them?

The roles seemed completely reversed.

And another thing hit her.

The Shia she used to know never acted this way.

In the past, he would've immediately apologized and groveled.

If she said go east, he wouldn't even question her.

If she said he was wrong, even if he wasn't, he'd agree.

But this time, he had completely thrown out the script.

He'd turned the tables on her.

Lilith was left with a whirlwind of emotions—frustration, confusion, and something else.

Shia wasn't supposed to challenge her, yet here he was, making her apologize, placate him, and chase after him.

The docile little lapdog she'd once controlled was gone.

And yet…

Lilith licked her lips, a flicker of excitement crossing her face.

For some reason, this new version of Shia intrigued her even more.

Sure, an obedient little lapdog was convenient. But how boring was that?

It was like owning a lifeless doll.

A dog that could bite back, show emotions, and make things interesting? Now 'that' was something worth keeping.

A playful smirk graced the golden-haired lady's perfect features.

Watching the direction Shia had gone, Lilith's interest only grew.

Forget about boring obedience. She wanted the drama, the challenge, the excitement.

Truly, she had a taste for chaos.