Help! My Moms Are Overpowered Tyrants, and I'm Stuck as Their Baby!-Chapter 101: Rewards, Regrets, and Revelations

Everly smiled warmly. "You've passed the trial splendidly. Resourcefulness, teamwork, and creativity you've shown all three admirably."

For a long moment, silence filled the air, heavy with disbelief. Aria blinked rapidly, her wide eyes darting around as if waiting for someone to burst into laughter and announce that this was all a grand joke. Beside her, Riven looked mildly nauseated, clearly convinced the reward was some form of cleverly disguised punishment.

Smaug puffed out his chest importantly, the gleam of satisfaction radiating from him like sunlight off polished armor. "Naturally," he drawled smugly, tossing a haughty glance at a pair of nearby students who groaned audibly upon realizing their defeat. "With me as your leader, was there ever any doubt?"

The system's voice slipped quietly into my thoughts, dripping with sarcastic delight. [You've created a monster, Elyzara.]

I bit back a laugh. Too late to fix that now, I thought dryly, shaking my head.

Everly, seemingly oblivious to our internal dialogues, clapped her hands to reclaim our attention. "As promised, your triumph will be rewarded. For your exceptional performance, you are all excused from homework for the next week."

The words lingered, suspended in stunned silence before shattering into chaos.

Aria leapt into the air with an exuberant cheer loud enough to startle nearby birds into panicked flight. "A whole week!" she shouted, practically vibrating with joy. "This is the greatest day of my life!"

Riven, looking cautiously optimistic, glanced at Everly. "Um, Professor? Is this some elaborate prank? You won't suddenly assign extra reading afterward, right?"

Everly chuckled softly, shaking her head with affectionate amusement. "No tricks, Riven. A promise is a promise."

He visibly relaxed, finally allowing himself to smile genuinely, though still wary. "Then this really is incredible."

I nodded in agreement, relief bubbling warmly in my chest. "Finally, something that doesn't threaten our lives or sanity. It's a miracle."

Smaug scoffed theatrically, scales rippling dramatically. "Such low standards, Elyzara. One would expect more ambition from a future tyrant."

I raised an eyebrow sharply, fixing him with a withering stare. "I'll settle for surviving my education first, thanks."

The rest of the class stared mournfully at us, their envy palpable. Those who had failed to find Everly looked particularly miserable, knowing exactly what awaited them: mountains of additional assignments, painstaking essays, and endless research basically, every child's nightmare.

One boy sighed loudly, slumping forward in despair. "Why didn't we think to check the kitchens?"

A girl beside him glared accusingly. "Because you said teachers would never hide near food!"

He hung his head lower, groaning theatrically. "I've betrayed us all."

The entire class seemed to collectively mourn their impending doom, casting frequent longing looks our way. Our victory, once sweet, was rapidly turning into awkwardness under the intensity of their gaze.

Everly, sensing the tension, cleared her throat gently. "Now, as an additional reward, each of you will also receive something special tailored specifically for your individual strengths."

Aria perked up immediately, practically bouncing in place. "Ooh! Do we get enchanted swords? Magic wands? Exploding potions?"

Everly laughed lightly, a melodic sound that echoed pleasantly through the clearing. "Nothing quite that dangerous, Aria. But hopefully equally exciting."

She approached Aria first, handing over a shimmering bracelet engraved with delicate runes. "For you, Aria. This bracelet will amplify your magical energy, allowing your spells to become stronger and more precise."

Aria's eyes sparkled with delight, slipping it immediately onto her wrist. "This is amazing! Can I test it right now? Please?"

Everly quickly shook her head, looking mildly alarmed. "Perhaps after class."

Aria sighed dramatically, but nodded obediently, already absorbed in admiring her prize.

Next, Everly moved toward Riven, presenting him with a sleek, intricately designed dagger sheathed in a leather scabbard. "For you, Riven a dagger enchanted for defense. It will never dull, and in times of need, it will instinctively protect you from harm."

Riven accepted it cautiously, eyes wide. He turned it reverently in his hands, clearly stunned. "This...this is incredible, Professor. Thank you."

Everly smiled warmly, giving his shoulder a reassuring squeeze before finally approaching me.

I held my breath unconsciously, curiosity thrumming beneath my skin. Smaug peered suspiciously at Everly, tail twitching, clearly skeptical anything she offered could match his dragonic greatness.

"For you, Elyzara," Everly began softly, producing a small pendant from her robes. A silver dragon curled elegantly around a shimmering sapphire, its eyes glittering fiercely. "This pendant will help stabilize your magic. It's designed specifically to counteract uncontrolled outbursts, anchoring your power so you can harness it safely."

My heart skipped, fingers trembling slightly as I accepted the pendant, its cool surface radiating a gentle warmth that soothed my nerves instantly. Relief surged through me, mingled with gratitude so intense it threatened to choke me. "This...this is perfect. Thank you, Everly."

Her expression softened further, eyes filled with understanding. "You have incredible potential, Elyzara. Never fear your strength simply learn to wield it wisely."

I nodded, clutching the pendant tightly, determination flaring fiercely inside my chest. "I promise I will."

Smaug huffed loudly beside me, clearly impatient. "And what about me, Everly? I demand recognition for my invaluable contributions!"

Everly chuckled indulgently, producing a sparkling golden collar engraved with elaborate symbols. "This collar enhances your defensive capabilities, Smaug. It will provide a magical barrier capable of deflecting most attacks."

Smaug eyed it critically, eventually nodding imperiously. "It suits my magnificence. Very well, I accept."

The system interjected dryly in my head. [His ego truly knows no bounds.]

At this point, it's practically a separate entity, I replied silently, suppressing laughter.

With our rewards distributed, the class slowly dispersed, those burdened with extra assignments trudging miserably toward the library, resigned to their fate.

We lingered behind briefly, savoring our newfound freedom. Aria twirled joyfully, bracelet glittering brilliantly. "I vote we celebrate immediately!"

Riven sighed lightly, though he looked pleased. "Does your version of celebrating involve explosions?"

Aria's grin widened mischievously. "Maybe just small ones."

I shook my head fondly. "Let's keep destruction minimal, please."

Smaug scoffed. "You're no fun at all, Elyzara."

Ignoring him, we walked leisurely through the vibrant school grounds, savoring the rare luxury of a peaceful afternoon. My mind wandered idly, marveling at the turn of events the trials we'd faced, friendships forged, and fears conquered.

The pendant resting warmly against my chest symbolized more than mere control; it represented hope , hope that my magic needn't isolate me, that my strength could protect rather than harm.

I glanced sideways at my friends, gratitude swelling warmly. Riven walked quietly, smiling softly as Aria animatedly recounted exaggerated tales of our earlier adventure. Smaug strutted proudly beside us, occasionally interjecting boastful comments that elicited laughter.

For the first time in years, genuine peace settled deeply into my soul, gently chasing away lingering shadows of doubt and fear. Despite my uncertainties, despite the unpredictable nature of my magic, I knew one truth undeniably: I wasn't alone.

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[About time you realized that,] the system murmured gently, a rare softness in its tone.