Looking over, one could see a strikingly dressed girl, about twelve years old, standing about twenty meters away. Beside her rested an exquisite sedan chair, surrounded by a retinue of servants and guards, clearly signaling her noble status!

This person was also a princess, the youngest daughter of Brenda from the "Nanyu Palace," named Caroline. She was known for being extraordinarily arrogant and sharp-tongued. Relying on the immense power of "Nanyu Palace," she habitually held everyone else in contempt.

Furthermore, because Princess Paige's "Dongyue Palace" and "Nanyu Palace" had always maintained tense relations, this little Princess Caroline frequently provoked Tiya with malicious words. The "little bastard" she had just uttered was aimed at Tiya, and this was far from the first time.

Being a princess herself, Caroline felt no fear of enraging Tiya; in fact, she rather hoped Tiya would lose her temper. That way, she would have a legitimate reason to teach Tiya a harsh lesson.

Moreover, since her insults were not explicitly directed, even if Paige wanted to pursue the matter, she would have no grounds, as Caroline could always play ignorant.

Such incidents were not unique to Caroline; friction, sometimes escalating to outright brawls, often occurred between princes and princesses from different factions. Due to their exalted status, if a real fight broke out, their accompanying guards dared not intervene rashly; everything depended on the strength of the principals involved.

It was precisely the fear that Tiya would be bullied that led Paige to never allow Tiya to study in the academy—a testament to her deep, painstaking concern!

When Tiya heard that voice, her brow immediately furrowed. Seeing that it was indeed the person she detested most, she couldn't help but pout.

Although Tiya was furious that Caroline was constantly causing trouble, she did not wish to bring trouble upon her mother. In situations like this, she would choose to retreat. She tugged Robin's hand and said, "Sister, let's go somewhere else. There's someone very annoying here!"

Robin said nothing, merely examining Caroline with her eyes.

Normally, Caroline would have let Tiya go, as she didn't wish to overstep boundaries, but this time, catching sight of Robin, her curiosity was piqued. How could there be two identical people? She certainly couldn't allow Tiya to simply walk away.

With that, she cast a wind-based acceleration spell and swiftly moved to block the path of Tiya and Robin.

"Oh? Are there really two?" Caroline examined them more closely, feeling increasingly intrigued. She never imagined such a curious thing could exist in the world.

Seeing Caroline blocking their way, Tiya didn't speak but instead pulled Robin, intending to slip past on the side. But Caroline moved again, blocking them once more.

"What do you want?" Tiya asked, her cheeks puffed out in anger. She had been enjoying a pleasant outing with her sister, only to run into this person who constantly bullied her—what a spoil-sport!

Caroline ignored Tiya's question, continuing to stare intently at both Tiya and Robin. Finally, she burst into laughter, "Hahaha, I never thought there would really be another little bastard showing up!"

Tiya was so angered she didn't know what to say. She truly couldn't fathom how this person could be so ill-mannered. She had never provoked Caroline, so why the constant insults? The reason was painfully simple: because she was the little princess of the "Dongyue Palace"!

"Princess Caroline, please watch your language!" Douglath could no longer stand it. He stepped forward, his eyes locking onto Caroline, an involuntary aura of imposing presence emanating from him.

He had watched Tiya grow up since childhood. Although Tiya was sometimes mischievous, her heart was undeniably kind, and he absolutely could not tolerate anyone bullying her! Despite Paige's repeated instructions to endure as much as possible, if his limits were crossed, he would not hesitate to draw the sword at his hip!

Caroline glanced dismissively at Douglath, completely unfazed. Instead, she coldly stated, "Who do you think you are? Do you have the right to speak here?"

Her gaze was filled with pure disdain!

As she spoke, her retinue of guards rushed over, clearly worried that Caroline might be disadvantaged!

"Don't you dare speak to Uncle Douglath like that!" Tiya gasped, her breathing ragged with fury.

"Uncle Douglath? Hmph, you truly disgrace the royal family!" Caroline's tone dripped with contempt; she was barely refraining from spitting in Tiya's face.

"Let's go!" Tiya didn't want to tangle with this barbarian. She pulled Robin and attempted to move around the side again.

However, things were not going to be that easy.

Caroline's cold, deeply mocking voice drifted over: "Trying to leave? Did I agree to let you go? Guards, surround them!"

At her command, her guards immediately complied, completely blocking the path of Tiya and Robin.

Douglath and the other few guards immediately stepped forward to shield Tiya and Robin. While they dared not lay a hand on Princess Caroline, they had far fewer scruples about dealing with her accompanying guards!

Instantly, the air thickened with palpable tension, on the verge of erupting into a full-scale skirmish!

Caroline remained utterly unconcerned, letting out another cold snort. It was evident that she had orchestrated incidents like this countless times, displaying a completely indifferent demeanor.

Douglath looked conflicted. If he had a choice, he genuinely did not want to fight these guards. This wasn't due to fear of death, but rather a reluctance to cause trouble for Palace Master Paige.

Caroline seemed to sense the hesitation in Douglath and the others, which only made her more triumphant. "What's wrong? Where did that imposing air from a moment ago go?"

The situation immediately devolved into a stalemate, with no one showing an inclination to strike first. Normally, many peace-keeping officers were stationed nearby, but upon seeing Princess Caroline and her guards, they acted as if they saw nothing, not a single one daring to step forward to intervene!

Tiya was now on the verge of tears from anxiety. Although Caroline often bullied her, being completely surrounded like this was a first.

Just as the atmosphere grew increasingly oppressive, a voice colder than Caroline's rang out:

"Move aside!"

Though just two words, they carried the sensation of a chilling wind sweeping past!

The speaker was none other than the previously silent Robin. At that moment, a cold gleam began to radiate from Robin's beautiful and deep eyes. It was clear that the others' behavior had displeased Robin, and if they continued to be foolish, they were in for trouble!

Robin speaking up suddenly startled everyone, most notably Douglath and his men, as they had heard Robin utter those very words two days prior and had personally experienced the sensation of being frozen!

Could it be that Princess Robin was about to make a move?

This thought flashed instantly through the minds of Douglath and the other guards. They stared at Robin with an almost reverent expression, not daring to breathe heavily.

The shock Robin had inflicted upon them last time was too profound, making them question if it could truly be real. They still clearly remembered a statement made by Charlotte: Robin was a person possessing the power of a "Saint Magus"!

Whether it was true or not, they still couldn't be entirely certain, as the process Robin displayed last time was too bizarre. Now, they could only be sure that this Princess Robin was profoundly unusual!

Seeing Robin intending to act, they actually felt a sense of anticipation. If possible, they hoped Robin would give this Caroline a good lesson, as she was truly detestable for repeatedly harassing Tiya!

Meanwhile, Tiya stared at Robin blankly, feeling an indescribable sensation. It was a strange feeling, one that brought a deep sense of security simply by looking at Robin!

Teacher Bellidanti once said her sister was formidable. Was her sister truly that powerful?

It wasn't that Tiya doubted Bellidanti's words, but she simply didn't know the extent of that power. After all, she had only witnessed Robin conjure a few colored spheres, with no understanding of their destructive force or how many people they could affect.

"Sister," Tiya called out hesitantly, her voice tinged with worry. While she hoped Robin would stand up for her, she certainly didn't want Robin to get hurt because of her!

Robin didn't speak, nor did she look at Tiya, but she tightened her grip on Tiya's hand slightly, as if to signal that Tiya didn't need to worry!

Against minor characters like these, Robin didn't even need to exert her true strength; a single breath would be enough to dispatch them!

Caroline clearly hadn't grasped that she was standing on the edge of a precipice of extreme danger. After her initial shock, she let out an arrogant laugh, as if she had heard the most ridiculous joke in the world. "Who do you think you are? Just some imposter!" After laughing, Caroline's expression abruptly shifted, becoming sharp and severe.

Robin remained silent, but the cold light in her eyes intensified!

"What are you looking at? Unconvinced? Do you think you're worthy of me moving aside?" Caroline grew more self-important with every word, as if trampling on others' dignity was the only way to affirm her noble birthright!

Robin still did not speak, but she slowly let go of Tiya's hand.

"Let me tell you, here no one dares to point fingers at me, and no one can command me! If you want me to move aside, fine. You must personally admit you are a 'bastard,' and then I will let you go." Saying this, Caroline laughed again.

She reveled in the feeling of pushing others to the brink; it served only to highlight her own superiority and omnipotence!

Her words were excessively provocative. Douglath and the other guards had their hands on their sword hilts, preparing to draw their blades, when Robin moved!

Robin's movement was slow; she walked directly toward the smug-looking Caroline!

Caroline let out another scornful sneer and contemptuously asked, "What are you trying to do?"

Robin did not answer her question, having stopped right in front of her.

Just as everyone was speculating about Robin's intentions, Robin posed a question to Douglath and the others:

"Hey, it's alright if I kill her, right?"