Reincarnated in the Villainous Lust System!

Chapter 176 Zoe after a long time (18+)

Emily's eyes softened with concern as she looked at me. "Levi, you really need to stop putting so much strain on yourself. You should stay back with the one-star mages during battles. I can't bear the thought of something terrible happening to you."Zoe scoffed, shaking her head. "You're wasting your breath, Emily. Levi would never listen to that. He's always going to throw himself into danger."

I smirked, knowing exactly how this conversation would go. "Thanks for the concern, but I won't be staying back with the one-star mages."

Emily's face fell, her worry evident. "But why not?"

"It's not necessary," I said, "since I'm no longer a one-star mage. I've advanced to two stars."

Their expressions shifted to shock. "What? How is that even possible?" Emily asked, her eyes wide.

I hesitated, unsure of how much to reveal. "I'm not entirely sure how it happened," I admitted. "I just know I can feel the two mana rings now."

Aaron's eyes widened. "No one's heard of someone advancing so quickly. You're going to be the talk of the palace."

I sighed, the weight of their reaction settling over me. "I guess so."

Liam jumped in, "You'll need to take a test to measure your mana level. That's how you confirm your rank."

I raised an eyebrow. "What kind of test?" Read exclusive content at empire

Emily explained, "It's called a mana circle. You stand in a circle, and it expands around you. The number of rings around your heart will be shown by the number of circles it produces."

I nodded, understanding now.

The conversation shifted as we began to gather our things to leave. I pulled Zoe aside, away from the group.

"What are you doing tonight?" I asked, lowering my voice.

Zoe looked at me with curiosity. "Nothing much, why?"

"Meet me in front of the palace wing by midnight," I said, feeling a mix of anticipation and anxiety.

As I spoke, I noticed Emily watching us with a frown.

I wondered if she might piece things together.

The last time I had asked Emily to meet me privately, it had been for a night together.

Now, I was doing the same with Zoe.

If Emily noticed Zoe's absence later or checked her room and found it empty, she might start connecting the dots.

But I pushed the worry aside.

Zoe agreed to the meeting, and we parted ways.

As I walked away, my mind was already racing with thoughts of the upcoming mana circle test and the night's secret meeting.

The weight of everything still to come pressed on me, but I was determined to face it all head-on.

At the stroke of midnight, I slipped out of the palace, the cool night air hitting my face as I

Before I could turn around, Zoe was on me, her body pressed against mine, her lips crashing against mine in a kiss that left me breathless.

[Kiss, +20 lp]

"I've missed you so much," she breathed, her hands roaming over my body, tracing the contours of my muscles.

I responded in kind, my hands exploring her curves, my desire for her mounting with every passing second.

I pulled her closer, my hands cupping her rear, the thin fabric of her dress doing little to mask the heat of her body.

Mmmm~

She moaned softly as I traced my fingers along the small of her back, pressing her body against mine.

Her lips found mine again, her tongue teasing at my mouth.

I reciprocated, our mouths locking in a passionate embrace as we stumbled towards the bed.

She pushed me back onto the mattress, her hands sliding up my chest, her nails grazing my skin. "I want you," she whispered, her voice husky with desire.

I was more than happy to oblige.

My hands slid beneath her dress, pulling it up and over her head, revealing her lacy lingerie beneath.

I trailed kisses along her neck, savoring the taste of her skin, my hands roaming over her curves.

Ohhh.. Uhmm~

She moaned again, her hands tugging at my shirt, her fingers dancing along my abs.

I sat up, shedding the garment and revealing my chiseled physique.

She pressed her body against mine, her hands exploring my chest, her lips finding mine once more.