Did I Wrong the Hero?Chapter 3

"How about we draw lots again?"

The ability team was discussing personnel assignments for a mission, when someone suddenly suggested, in a nuanced tone.

Pulling my thoughts back.

I looked at them blankly:

"Why redraw?"

Then I realized they were also observing my reaction.

It turned out that during the drawing, Richard and a newly joined female ability user, Sarah, were accidentally chosen to go on an S-rank mission together.

I was notorious for my 'demanding' nature, leveraging my beauty.

Since seeking protection from Richard, the Southern Base leader, I had a reputation for being 'difficult'.

I was very possessive of him.

If he was going out on a mission, I'd cling to his arm and insist on going for a drive with him.

If he spoke an extra word to a female team member, I'd be jealous for three days straight.

Not to mention this kind of isolated outing for two people, a man and a woman.

My behavior only intensified after I got pregnant.

But now...

The system urgently warned me, [At this point, let's not be arrogant. Put the romance mission aside; self-preservation is key!]

[It was understandable that you were possessive of the male lead for the sake of the mission. But now, self-preservation is paramount. Listen to me, it's best to quickly hand over the male lead, this hot potato, to the female second lead...]

[Anyway, you don't really have feelings for him beyond the mission.]

Hearing that last sentence.

My hand paused, mid-stroke, on my belly. My thick eyelashes lowered, concealing a hint of bitterness.

In the living room.

Richard said calmly, "No need."

"I can handle it alone. Sarah can go with your other team..."

Before he could finish.

I quickly interrupted:

"Just follow the drawing."

"Sarah's abilities complement yours perfectly. You two go together."

Richard looked at me in surprise, his eyes dimming slightly.

I returned a sweet, soft smile.