Hero? Are You Worthy?
Chapter 174 - 126 City Beauty Love, Would You Like a Drink? (2)

Chapter 174: Chapter 126 City Beauty Love, Would You Like a Drink? (2)

Everyone had left, only Rose Vesper remained, silently watching Qin Chu’s departing figure.

The resolute, unturning figure made Rose Vesper feel somewhat alienated—as though she could reach out and touch Qin Chu’s clothing if only she followed, but the unfamiliar distance seemed to grow more profound.

Recalling the words Qin Chu had said just a moment ago, Rose Vesper’s expression turned somewhat grim. She knew that her subconscious actions when Augustus was questioning Karsas had deeply hurt Qin Chu.

Although Rose Vesper felt it was a very trivial matter, this man seemed to be far more delicate and sensitive than she had imagined.

Of course, Rose Vesper didn’t care whether this man was hurt or not.

What worried Rose Vesper was whether this man, heartbroken, might distance himself from her, no longer being as close to her as before, which would be quite disadvantageous for her plans to use the Hero to elevate her status and resurrect Jie Luo.

Although there was Catherine, an insider planted beside Qin Chu, who could provide information about the Hero at all times and even influence the Hero to some extent, this was both good and bad for Rose Vesper, as it might elevate Catherine’s status and increase her influence within the Hero Team.

Moreover, Catherine was too dim-witted, and Rose Vesper seriously doubted whether this muscle-brained woman could perfectly fulfill the role of an insider.

Although the clever Asina had returned, only Rose Vesper knew how fragile the sisterly bond between herself and Asina was. This woman was cunning and full of schemes, not likely to be foolishly led by her like Catherine.

In the end, she would have to take matters into her own hands, only this way could she secure her position and salvage Qin Chu’s affection for her.

Hmm... a date?

Although Karsas was nearly killed, Qin Chu indeed did not break the appointment; the date was still on. Initially, Rose Vesper had planned to just go through the motions, but now it seemed like an opportunity to mend her relationship with Qin Chu. She must plan carefully.

Of course, even for a date, she had to decide in advance on absolute boundaries that could not be crossed.

Her body, pure and untouched, absolutely could not be taken by Qin Chu—it was the most important gift reserved for Lord Jie Luo.

Also, kissing was absolutely out of the question; kissing was sacred and should only be with someone deeply beloved.

As for holding hands, that she could accept, embracing, holding her by the waist... she could endure it... Rose Vesper tilted her head, imagining the possible scenarios that might occur.

If it were touching her thighs or buttocks... even Lord Jie Luo had never touched those places.

But when she thought about how she had secretly taken the Hero out of the city this time, hiding the massacre of the Holy Knights by Karsas, the clergy in the Church Court had started to look at her strangely, no longer as respectful or even somewhat disdainful.

They were clearly dissatisfied with her, the Holy Daughter of the Holy Court, for turning a blind eye to the slaughter of the Holy Knights and even protecting the Death Knight.

Her position had been seriously impacted.

Well, even if it involved her breasts, thighs, and buttocks... as long as Qin Chu didn’t go too far, she would grit her teeth and get through it; what mattered most now was restoring her former position.

...

The sad expression Qin Chu casually made, the lines he came up with on the spur of the moment, had an effect even he didn’t expect.

Asina had been following behind Qin Chu and the others from afar; she noticed that Qin Chu, who was supposed to return to the palace, suddenly separated from Angelica, Violet, and Catherine halfway through and headed alone towards the Civilian District.

This action seemed strange to Asina; Catherine could be explained away by Qin Chu’s distrust of the Hero Team members, but why not let Angelica and Violet follow? What was this man up to?

Asina’s expression gradually became severe. Such sneaky behavior was certainly for some nefarious purpose, and she felt she might be able to catch Qin Chu red-handed.

Gently biting her silver teeth, Asina continued to track Qin Chu.

As she followed, she saw Qin Chu warmly greeting people, whether nobles or civilians, soldiers or vendors; he seemed to be well-acquainted with many people.

Despite wearing expensive clothing, he could embrace a sweat-soaked guard at the city gate.

Although he must be wealthy, able to enjoy delicious, refined food daily, he still happily accepted a roll of bread from a vendor’s hands.

He could even squat on the ground, playing stones with a group of dirty children.

Asina watched, more and more astonished; she had never seen such an odd person who, despite being a revered Hero who had just been socializing with some of the highest-status individuals on the Sky Dome Continent, could effortlessly blend into civilian life.

Qin Chu wandered around the Civilian District for most of the afternoon, engaging mostly in what Asina considered trivial tasks. This made her feel like her surveillance was utterly pointless; she might as well honestly return to the palace and wait for Qin Chu’s return.

At least that way, she could lie down on a soft couch and rest for a while.

As the sky gradually darkened, Asina finally couldn’t stand it anymore; she decided to leave.