The homebody witch thought to herself, feeling a bit touched.
Having received comfort from her apprentice, Noelle Rose's anxious heart finally eased a little, but she still wanted to confirm one more time.
"But that's the Witch of the Forest, Dorothy, you're not tempted at all? She's way more powerful than me. If she really wanted to take you as her apprentice, wouldn't you be tempted?"
"Of course not, because I already have the best teacher in the world. Would you, teacher, leave me if you found an apprentice with better qualifications?"
Dorothy patiently countered.
However...
"..."
The sudden silence was palpable.
"Teacher, why are you not saying anything?"
The homebody witch's previously touched expression gradually became emotionless as she asked.
At this moment, Noelle Rose, still holding onto her apprentice, turned her head guiltily.
"Well, Dorothy, I don't want to lie to you."
She mumbled softly.
Dorothy: "...."
