[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-extra-who-shouldn-t-exist":3,"chapter-the-extra-who-shouldn-t-exist-the-extra-who-shouldn-t-exist-chapter-124":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","The Extra Who Shouldn't Exist",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1550113,2013,"Chapter 124 : Goddess taking control (1)","the-extra-who-shouldn-t-exist-chapter-124",124,"\u003Cp>In the grand hall of Zenith Academy, beneath a sprawling crystal chandelier and amidst swirling lights that mimicked the stars themselves, the Freshers’ Ball was in full swing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Students dressed in immaculate formal wear mingled, laughed, and danced to elegant music.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everlyn stood up from her seat at the royal table, her flowing gown shimmering like moonlight on water. Her expression unreadable, she turned toward Alex.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come to the dance floor with me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex’s mouth twitched ever so slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not this again... What did I do in my past life to deserve this? Was I a mass-murdering goose thief or something?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He opened his mouth, hand slightly raised in protest. \"Miss Everlyn, you did not pa—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before he could complete the sentence, Everlyn’s golden eyes locked onto his with a glare that could melt glacierstone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex immediately shut up. \"Never mind. Just thought I’d give it a try.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, a familiar voice cut through the tension.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sis, forget him. I can dance with you,\" Ethan offered casually, already rising from his chair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everlyn turned to her younger brother, her normally expressionless face softening ever so slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t you already have enough company who can dance with you?\" she said gently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ethan’s face twitched. Slowly, he turned his head to see Seraphina—who was standing just a few steps away—staring daggers so sharp they might have formed a new element.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ethan sighed. \"Alright, alright.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he muttered under his breath, \"Still, you never learned ho—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was cut off by Everlyn, who shot him the same patented soul-piercing glare she’d just used on Alex.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Alright,\" Ethan repeated, slumping back into his seat like a defeated general.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he glared at Alex like he wanted to turn the dance floor into a dueling arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex, still seated, gave him a baffled look that clearly screamed, What the hell did I do now?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, a voice echoed in Everlyn’s head, soft and teasing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>||\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’I do not need this right now, Aurora,’ she responded mentally, eyes twitching slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>||\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Alright, alright! Don’t yell at me—it’s just... this seemed like the best way to get away from that bastard Lucas before I actually make him disappear from this world.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurora sighed in her head, the sound exasperated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>||\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without another word, Everlyn reached out and grabbed Alex’s hand. Her touch was firm, her pace brisk as she led him to the center of the gleaming dance floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex blinked. Then sighed. Loudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’ve officially surrendered to fate, he thought, following her as the crowd parted slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once they reached the center, surrounded by elegantly spinning couples, Everlyn abruptly stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex raised a brow. \"So... are we dancing, or was this a scenic tour?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everlyn glanced at him, then looked at the dancers around them. Her lips parted slightly, and for a moment, her confident mask cracked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I—I...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex leaned closer. \"You ’I’ what? Just tell me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I... don’t—don’t know...\" she murmured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex squinted. \"Don’t know what?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I said nothing,\" she snapped, the tips of her ears now slightly pink.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex tilted his head. \"Why’d you drag me here, then—wait...\" His voice dropped into a mischievous whisper. \"Hold on... are you saying... you don’t know how to dance?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A vein popped on Everlyn’s forehead. Her eye twitched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This infuriating bastard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She clenched her fists. Then, with great reluctance, she gave the tiniest nod.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex smirked. \"Sorry, I didn’t quite catch that.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Yes,\" she gritted through her teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come again?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, Everlyn’s mouth twisted in fury. She raised her hand and smacked the back of his head—hard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thwack!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Okay, okay! I heard that loud and clear!\" Alex yelped, rubbing his scalp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex extended his hand toward Everlyn, a half-smirk tugging at his lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Take it,\" he said smoothly. \"Just follow my lead.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everlyn hesitated for a heartbeat. The chandeliers above them gleamed like frozen starlight, casting a glow on their poised figures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sighing, Everlyn placed her hand in his.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex led her to the center of the dance floor. The music shifted into a soft yet rich waltz, its notes weaving around them like a warm breeze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other students instinctively gave them space, eyes turning to watch the duo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They took position.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex placed one hand at her waist, holding her right hand gently in his. Everlyn stiffened momentarily, unused to being so close to someone who wasn’t family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Alex’s tone was calm and collected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Relax. You’ll ruin the rhythm.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then, with the grace of a practiced partner, Alex led.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their feet moved in sync—slow, steady, precise. Her gown flowed like water around her as he twirled her lightly. Despite herself, Everlyn blinked in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He’s... good. Even though he’s not a noble...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>||\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Shut up, Aurora.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The music deepened, their steps becoming smoother with every pass. The audience murmured among themselves, pleasantly surprised at the performance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, just as Everlyn started to enjoy herself, Alex tilted his head slightly and said with a mischievous smile, \"Miss Everlyn, I’m not exactly being paid to dance and help you dodge that annoying prince, so maybe consider tipping me extra for the effort?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her smile twitched. Dangerous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In one swift move, still keeping rhythm with the music, she pressed the sharp heel of her shoe onto his foot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex winced instantly, his steps faltering slightly. \"Okay, okay! You don’t have to pay anything, just remove your foot, you crazy bi—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everlyn’s eyes narrowed like drawn blades. Her voice was cold and elegant as she raised an eyebrow. \"A what, Alex?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her heel pressed down harder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex grit his teeth, eyes watering slightly. \"N-Nothing. Nothing at all! Lovely evening, isn’t it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Satisfied, she finally lifted her heel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You won’t get a single penny more,\" she said smoothly, spinning along with the music, her hand never losing its grip on his.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still wincing, Alex muttered under his breath, \"You swindler...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What was that?\" she said sweetly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I said thank you, Your Grace,\" he replied instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everlyn’s mouth twitched. \"I don’t want to hear that from you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few feet away, under the soft purple lights near the other edge of the dance floor, another pair danced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ethan and Seraphina.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well... Seraphina danced. Ethan was far too busy craning his neck, glaring daggers toward Alex and Everlyn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He barely noticed Seraphina’s hand guiding his movements, nearly stepping on her dress as his focus drifted entirely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seraphina gave an exasperated sigh. \"Can you please focus here or... are you a stalker now, too?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ethan’s mouth twitched. \"Sera, keeping an eye on that bastard is important. Who knows what kind of nonsense he’ll pull next?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He’s dancing,\" she said flatly. \"Not summoning a demon horde.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Same thing, really,\" Ethan muttered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seraphina narrowed her eyes. \"If you step on my foot again, you will regret it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ethan flinched. \"Right, right. Focus. Yes. Dancing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned his gaze away from Alex with a grumble, but the fire in his eyes didn’t extinguish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, back at the center of the floor, Alex guided Everlyn into a light spin before drawing her back gently, their steps flawless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"See? Told you to follow my lead,\" he said smugly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everlyn exhaled, eyes half-lidded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He’s annoying. Arrogant... guy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But as their dance continued, a reluctant thought crept into her mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...But it’s kind of fun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>---\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A\u002FN:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So how was the Chapter? Tell me in the comments!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thanks for the golden tickets:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>@KevinZ, @BlacKain,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>@sloZz, @capnmoofire,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>@Brunhezio, @Ray7032,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>@Kyle_Yem, Daoist_Storm\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I really appreciate the support 😊\u003C\u002Fp>",1241,"2026-06-06T07:14:57.154Z",1,"novelbin.me","4f0f953410ddf42a6c845a2eeed428b4f93c2ada0fdd9aff0976213e9784dd4d","the-extra-who-shouldn-t-exist-chapter-267","the-extra-who-shouldn-t-exist-chapter-266",418,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-extra-who-shouldn-t-exist-cover.jpg"]