Became a Demon with Pregnancy System-Chapter 160: Monica Winters

It wasn’t about reluctance to spend money—

But how Walter Murphy would react after seeing the bill.

A million Skandian dollars, at minimum.

Luke just hoped he wouldn’t get beaten up when he got home.

Imperial Capital Academy

"Noah Truffle, Xavier Dalton, Liao Maddox—you three, listen up."

Inside the Combat Hall, the leading instructor, Liam Yates, addressed his students.

"Tomorrow, we’re welcoming Pearl Academy’s team. Show them proper hospitality."

These were the top first-years at Imperial Capital Academy—

Each one had already reached mid-tier strength.

"Hah! What’s there to worry about? Pearl Academy’s just a bunch of weaklings."

Noah Truffle snorted disdainfully.

"Exactly. They’ve been stuck in second place for years. The gap between us isn’t even close."

Liao Maddox smirked, flipping his hair dramatically.

Liam Yates smiled.

"Don’t underestimate them.

"There are rumors that Pearl Academy has some strong participants this time.

"Their identities are being kept secret—which means you should stay on guard."

But his students weren’t concerned.

"Please. As long as we have Monica Winters, it’s over for them."

"She’s a monster," Noah Truffle grinned.

The others nodded in agreement.

No one in Pearl Academy could match Monica Winters.

"Hmm," Liam Yates nodded.

"As long as Monica competes, we have nothing to fear."

"But where is she? Why didn’t she attend training today?"

"She took the day off," Noah Truffle shrugged.

Meanwhile, on a rooftop in the Imperial Capital...

Monica Winters was absorbing high-altitude ice crystals, deep in cultivation.

Suddenly—

A tall, broad-shouldered man appeared in front of her.

His eyes glimmered with amusement.

Monica frowned.

She had never seen anyone like him before.

"Wow.

"Never seen a handsome guy before?"

Luke ran his fingers through his hair and smirked.lu

Ding!

[Congratulations, host! Conquerable target detected.]

[Monica Winters—High-Value Asset!]

The moment Monica Winters turned around, the system’s voice echoed in Luke’s mind.

Among the top-tier heroines, she possessed exceptional qualifications—

Second only to Hazel Ross, the Parthenon’s Soul Priestess.

After all, healers were the most valuable assets in any faction.

Especially Hazel Ross, who even possessed a resurrection ability.

But to Luke, all these elite women were the same—

They were all destined to be great mothers.

Monica’s snow-white hair cascaded down her back, dancing with the wind.

She stood tall, her high-waisted white dress accentuating her elegant yet powerful figure.

She was like a snow fairy, descending from the frozen peaks of Frostgard into the mortal realm—

Untouched and untainted.

Luke’s eyes flickered with amusement.

She looked exactly as the original novel described her.

Her icy gaze exuded a chilling aura, making it clear that she was not one to be approached lightly.

But Luke wasn’t bothered by her frosty demeanor.

He simply leaned back lazily, enjoying the scenic view.

Monica narrowed her eyes at Luke’s shameless behavior.

For a moment, she wasn’t sure how to respond.

"I’m cultivating here. Can you move?"

Her voice was calm but firm.

The coldest hour of the night had arrived—

The Sky-Realm Ice Essence was at its strongest.

This specialized ice energy not only made Monica more comfortable, but also accelerated her cultivation.

She wasn’t about to give up her spot.

"You cultivate your way—I’ll watch my way."

Luke replied indifferently, his smirk unfading. 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

Monica frowned.

Was this guy seriously staying here?

Even if he wasn’t interrupting her cultivation, having a random man staring at her like some pervert was incredibly irritating.

"Leave now.

Or you’ll regret it.

I don’t want to hurt you."

Monica’s tone grew colder, and the temperature around her plummeted.

Frost instantly spread across the rooftop, forming a thin layer of ice beneath Luke’s feet.

But then—

Monica’s expression shifted slightly.

Her Ice Domain had failed to reach Luke.

The frost she generated melted instantly, evaporating into the cold night air.

Luke’s Burning Sky Golden Flame didn’t have a domain, but even its residual heat was enough to neutralize Monica’s ice magic.

But Monica was stubborn.

Seeing that her Rock Ice Field couldn’t reach Luke, she increased her mana output.

The temperature dropped further, and her surroundings were soon engulfed in thick mist.

"I’m just here to enjoy the scenery.

Why so aggressive?"

Luke teased.

At that moment, the moonlight pierced through the clouds, casting a soft glow over Monica.

She radiated with an ethereal beauty, her figure illuminated in a bright white aura.

"Still," Luke continued with a grin, "I’ve seen enough. I can leave now."

But just as he turned around—

Monica’s voice stopped him.

"Who are you?"

"What’s your name?"

Luke smirked, turning back.

He noticed that her gaze had changed—

Her cold indifference had been replaced with a strong sense of competitiveness.

Oh?

So she’s the type who only acknowledges strength.

"See you tomorrow."

Luke chuckled.

With that, he leapt off the rooftop, disappearing into the darkness below.

The Next Day - Imperial Capital Hotel Lobby

"Is Luke off with some lover in the Imperial Capital?

He’s been missing since we arrived."

Kevin Rodriguez scoffed.

No one doubted Luke’s strength—

But some people just couldn’t stand seeing others rise too high.

They couldn’t beat him physically, so they resorted to talking trash.

"It’s his business how many lovers he has.

What does that have to do with you, you useless dog?"

Zoe Miller smirked coldly.

"Who the hell are you calling a useless dog?!"

Kevin’s face twisted in anger.

He had always admired Marissa Jones—

Now, he was just looking for an excuse to pick a fight.

"You, obviously."

Marissa Jones and Bella White replied in unison.

"You—!"

Kevin was about to snap, but—

When he saw how supportive the girls were of Luke, he froze.

Even Sophia Root was taken aback by this scene.

She turned to Nate Dawson.

"Bro, do you see this?

If we ever get the chance, we need to swear allegiance to Big Bro Luke.

He’s gotta teach us his ways!"

Compared to this, Sophia’s own flirting techniques felt like child’s play.

She always had to keep her women separate.

But Luke?

All his women knew each other—and they didn’t even mind.