Chapter 784

As Maeve spoke, she deliberately got closer to Henry, even wrapping her arms around his. Henry was stunned by her actions and thought she was too enthusiastic, leaving him confused.

The young man following them did not like that and glared at Henry with a hostile look. He smirked and said, "Looking good isn't enough for a man; what's important is having the real deal."

"Exactly," Henry quickly replied, trying to change the topic.

"Maeve, aren't you going to introduce us?"

"This is Jacob McBride. He's been pursuing me and insisted on coming to Hodbridge with me," Maeve explained.

"By the way, I hear you're really good at martial arts, and no one can beat you."

Before Henry could deny it, Jacob scoffed. "With that weak-looking body? The people he fought must be trash. I can take him down in no time."

"Don't brag. Henry is really strong. Don't cry if you get beaten," Maeve retorted.

"Impossible!" Jacob said arrogantly.

"Henry, do you dare to spar with me? Let's see who's better."