A/N: The missed chapter
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Chapter 477: Compensations
"Who?!" Dale suddenly backed away a few steps when Aaron spoke Leo's name.
But when he saw the person Aaron was addressing, he sighed in relief.
"Thought he was him," he muttered before steadying himself as Aaron introduced them.
"Leo, meet Dale. He is my friend whom I met after my father allowed us to interact and share valuable insights since we use similar elements." Aaron then turned towards Dale.
"Dale, meet Leo. He is a fellow student in my academy and is very strong."
Dale extended his hand for a handshake, which Leo accepted, slightly amused that Dale couldn't recognize him.
"Hello, nice to meet you. I am Dale, and I am also the 7th-ranked student in Valencrest Royal Academy," Dale introduced himself with a friendly smile.
"Oh... I guess you didn't lie about your name after all, unlike a certain fellow you think told you," Leo said.
"Huh?" Dale looked confused.
