From Outcast to Overlord The Unyielding Heir (Leander Ashcroft) novel Chapter 596

Chapter 596 Do You Think Superman Exists?

Chapter 596 Do You Think Superman Exists?

“Should we introduce ourselves?”

Sophia looked at Leander and extended her hand.

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She actually wasn’t someone who usually struck up conversations. Back in Goldenridge, it was rare for anyone to get her to speak first, and hardly any guys her age had ever managed to get close to her.

She’d decided to talk to Leander today because there was just something special about him–a kind of quiet magnetism she couldn’t explain. It was like there was a pull that made her want to know more about this calm, striking young man.

Leander heard Sophia’s voice and knew she was talking to him, but he didn’t show much reaction–not even opening his eyes. He just said, quietly, “We’re just strangers passing by. As soon as we get off this flight, we go our separate ways. Why bother swapping names?”

Sophia froze for a moment at his answer.

She’d imagined a hundred ways he might respond, but she hadn’t expected this.

Leander was right–they were just two random strangers who happened to cross paths on the same flight. Striking up a conversation was simply her way of passing the time and making the trip a little less boring.

Once the plane landed, they’d both go their own way, probably never crossing paths again.

That was the reality, but she never expected Leander to say it out loud so bluntly.

Sophia was a total head–turner. Usually, if she walked up and introduced herself, most guys her age would at least be interested, if not flattered. They’d never turn her down flat. But Leander wasn’t like most guys.

She stood there stunned for several seconds before snapping out of it. But instead of turning her off, Leander’s cold attitude only made her more curious.

“Come on, it’s just an introduction. It makes the trip less boring. What’s the harm in talking to someone new?” she said lightly, a playful smile on her lips.

“Even if we’re just strangers now, who’s to say we won’t run into each other again? Next time, maybe I’ll even be able to call you by name.”

She tilted her head and watched Leander, feeling even more intrigued.

Leander had just about finished absorbing and refining the energy inside him. Now, with Sophia still trying to chat, he finally opened his eyes.

“Leander Ashcroft.”

He kept it simple, saying his name as he shook Sophla’s hand. Unlike most guys, he let go right away. There was nothing lingering or flirtatious about it–just a calm, polite handshake.

“Leander? Great name! Nice to meet you!”

Sophia definitely picked up on all those little details, and it only made her opinion of Leander rise. She pulled her hand back, the worry in her eyes replaced by something lighter.

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Chapter 596 Do You Think Superman Exists?

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Somehow, just meeting Leander had somehow taken her mind off her problems, and she felt genuinely happy for the first time in a while.

“You’re here in Yelem for sightseeing, too?”

She glanced over at Leander, keeping the conversation going. The two of them already sounded like old friends.

“Yeah.” Leander stretched lazily. “I spent about a week in the Sahar Wastes. I am heading back to Astria today.”

Sophia blinked, studying him. “You know, from your accent, I can’t quite place you as being from Highcliffe. Are you local?”

“You could say that–or not.”

Leander answered casually. He’d been born into the Ashcroft family in Highcliffe, so technically, he was from there. But he’d been kicked out as a kid and spent eight years drifting on his own. He no longer felt any connection to the Ashcrofts, or to Highcliffe at

all.

Sophia didn’t know any of that. She just figured Leander didn’t want to get into his background, so she didn’t push. Instead, she switched topics.

The flight lasted seven hours. With nothing else to do, Leander didn’t mind chatting with Sophia. They covered everything–history, culture, world politics, you name it. As they talked, Sophia realized her curiosity toward Leander was turning into genuine admiration.

She’d grown up surrounded by culture and knowledge, so she takes pride in being smarter and more perceptive than most people her age.

But sitting here with Leander, she felt outsmarted. His perspective was always one step ahead, cutting straight to the heart of things–like someone with decades more experience than anyone else on board.

Coffee, wine, world traditions, obscure cultures–Leander knew them all inside and out. Sophia had always thought she was the most well–read person in any room, but next to Leander, she felt like she was playing catch–up.

They kept talking, and hours passed without either of them noticing. Before they knew it, three hours had gone by, and Sophia was genuinely delighted. She felt as if she’d met a true soulmate on this trip, and if she’d known Leander longer, she probably would have spilled secrets she’d kept for years.

“Leander, I’m so glad I met you. I honestly didn’t expect this trip to Yelem to be so worthwhile. Meeting you really does feel like a gift dealt by fate.”

She looked at Leander, a strange feeling blooming in her heart–one she hadn’t recognized yet.

Leander just smiled, calm as ever.

“Life’s unpredictable. Wherever you go, whatever you do, you’ll meet all kinds of people. The only real difference is whether they

turn out to be friends–or enemies.”

Sophia’s gaze sharpened. There was something profound in what Leander said, something she couldn’t fully grasp, even with her experience. Sitting across from him, she suddenly felt like a little kid–while Leander seemed above it all, like he’d seen through everything life had to offer.

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