Hero? Are You Worthy?
Chapter 88 - 72: The Agreement with Angelica ( - 70 Unlocked)

Chapter 88: Chapter 72: The Agreement with Angelica (Chapter 70 Unlocked)

Angelica had only prepared dinner for herself and Qin Chu; she didn’t need to handle the guard’s food as the army would deliver boxed meals.

Technically, she was supposed to prepare food for Catherine too, but since that woman had once attacked the Master, Angelica felt quite irritated by Catherine, so Catherine would have to fend for herself—the kitchen was stocked with plenty of ingredients.

It was said that Catherine’s cooking skills were exceptionally exquisite, even explosive at times.

Perhaps a steak charred to a crisp might suit that woman’s taste.

As a maid, Angelica technically wouldn’t have the privilege of dining at the same table as her Master, but under Qin Chu’s insistence, Angelica could only obediently sit by Qin Chu’s side.

Her fair, childlike face would occasionally break into a silly, happy smile.

Though she took small bites of her food, she couldn’t taste anything; at the moment, her thoughts had already drifted off—Master had finally come to a realization.

Her little heart was full of anticipation and also fear.

The anticipation was for the Master to finally make a move on her, while the fear was that she didn’t know what his preferences might be.

In the past few days, she had read quite a few books to perfectly serve her Master... though those books had made her blush furiously.

Of course, no matter what type of person her Master was, she would gently accept it; Angelica clenched her tiny fist, even missing Qin Chu’s praise of her cooking.

After dinner, Angelica cleaned up the dining table with incredible speed.

Then she grabbed a towel and dashed into the bathroom. This was her and the Master’s most sacred night, so she had to wash up thoroughly; anything less would be a sacrilege to the Master.

After a full hour of bathing, Angelica finally stepped out of the bathroom, her pale skin almost merging with the pure white towel. Drops of water glistened on her round shoulders, her damp green hair fell behind her, and her perfectly shaped legs extended straight and lean, with her small feet gently treading on the ground.

The bed was littered with various outfits—the Saintess costume, a nun’s habit, a maid costume... as well as black stockings, white stockings, and accessories like cat ears and cat tails...

Looking at the trophies before her, Angelica puffed out her chest proudly.

Humph!

To satisfy her Master in her service, she had done her homework in advance, not only reading many books but also purchasing a plethora of props. The shop owner had said these items would drive her Master wild.

Considering that her Master had a thing for maids, Angelica eventually chose the maid costume, but as she prepared to leave, she hesitated and then added a pair of black silk stockings... after all, what if the Master had eclectic tastes?

Angelica, you can do it!

She clenched her fist and encouraged herself in her heart, determined to satisfy her Master.

Outside, it was completely dark. Angelica, with a heart full of expectation and nervousness, headed towards Qin Chu’s bedroom. She gently knocked on the door with her small hand.

"Come in,"

came the Master’s voice from inside.

Taking a deep breath, Angelica pushed open the door to find the Master had not yet retired but was sitting in a posture indicative of interacting with someone else, although no other person was visible.

Angelica didn’t pay much attention to this, as fear began to overcome her anticipation; what frightened her was not that it might be painful, as she’d heard, but rather her worry that she might not be able to satisfy the Master...

When Qin Chu saw Angelica in the doorway, his eyes immediately lit up. The maid costume paired with black stockings was perfect.

But he couldn’t keep staring; that would make him seem like a pervert and not very gentlemanly.

"Angelica, I have something to tell you..."

Angelica, hands clenching the hem of her clothes and cheeks flushing, entered the room. Instead of sitting, she gathered all her courage and said to Qin Chu, "Master, I’ll definitely satisfy you..."

"Huh?"

"Satisfy?"

Qin Chu was momentarily stunned; he hadn’t even given Angelica her task yet, but it was nonetheless great that Angelica was so eager; he felt very satisfied.

"That’s good; I’m pleased that you’re willing," Qin Chu nodded, then gestured towards a chair, "Sit down for now..."

"Eh?" Angelica was surprised, "We’re supposed to sit?"

Although Angelica had only a vague understanding of these matters, she knew at least that sitting just wouldn’t do, would it?

"Do you prefer standing up?" Qin Chu was also puzzled. He didn’t really care about the rules between master and servant. In front of regular nobility, a maid would never have a place to sit, but he wasn’t that kind of noble. Angelica had been with him long enough, hadn’t she realized this yet?

Angelica’s face reddened, "It’s not about whether it’s okay or not... No, it’s definitely about that, it just can’t be done..."

"Huh? Is there something wrong with your bottom?" Qin Chu felt that Angelica was acting very strangely today.

Angelica quickly waved her hands, "No, there’s nothing uncomfortable."

"Then sit down. I don’t have many rules over here, and I won’t punish you for that," Qin Chu said.

Helpless, Angelica sat down next to Qin Chu with blushing cheeks, feeling as if she were sitting on pins and needles.

Oh God, she had expected her Master to have some unique fetishes, but she hadn’t imagined they’d be so extreme, to actually require sitting? How would it even work sitting down? Images started to flash through her mind, and she quickly shook her head—no, those images were too complicated; they were beyond her level of expertise.

Seeing Angelica sit down, Qin Chu thought carefully about his words before speaking, "Angelica, I’ve summoned you tonight to entrust you with an important task."

"I understand, I will definitely... Huh?" The distracted Angelica responded subconsciously, then immediately felt that something was amiss, "A task?"

Vaguely, Angelica had a bad feeling.

"Yes, a task."

Ah!

Angelica let out a sigh of despair in her heart, finally realizing why the previous conversation had been so strange—their exchanges from the start had been at cross purposes.

Her master had called her over, not because he had come to a realization, but simply to assign a task. And she had prepared so meticulously before, foolishly assuming there would be a pleasant experience waiting for her.

Angelica puffed up her cheeks in some irritation.

But she quickly adjusted her mindset. Since her master had taken it so seriously, it must be something very important. She had to listen carefully to every single word, not to disappoint her master.

"Here’s the thing, I might need to leave for a few days," Qin Chu said.

Before he could even finish, Angelica’s expression changed as she hurriedly interjected, "I will accompany my master..."

Angelica’s reaction warmed Qin Chu’s heart. He reached out and ruffled Angelica’s hair, turning her neatly kept emerald locks into a messy tumble:

"No, I have other work for you."

Seeing Angelica about to speak, Qin Chu waved his hand, "Don’t rush, let me finish. I know that the Royal Family, the Holy Court, and the Earth Mother Goddess Church all harbor ill intentions towards me, the Hero. In my absence, I want you to keep a close watch on these three forces, pay careful attention to all their movements. This task is very important."

"Of course, the most important thing is your own safety. You mustn’t put yourself in danger while gathering intelligence. If something were to happen to you, I’d be heartbroken. I might do something crazy, and I could end up in danger myself. Do you understand?" Qin Chu instructed with care.

Qin Chu knew Angelica’s nature—if he simply assigned her a task, she would likely pursue it recklessly, and that could put her at risk. Although Angelica’s powers had been unsealed, she was still not strong enough to confront those top-tier experts.

However, if she considered her actions in relation to Qin Chu’s safety, she would act much more prudently.

Biting her lip and filled with reluctance, Angelica was an obedient and sensible girl. She didn’t want her master to worry about her, and in the end, she nodded and agreed.

Qin Chu breathed a sigh of relief. He had to prepare everything thoroughly, for since Benson’s death, the story’s development had begun to diverge significantly from the first week’s. He needed to be ready, drawing on his understanding of those people, plus the intelligence from Angelica, to predict their next moves.

Angelica, well-behaved as always, did not ask any questions. She knew her master was far more mysterious than she or anyone else knew.

Taking a deep breath, she mustered all her courage:

"Master... may I ask something of you?"

Qin Chu nodded readily, "Of course, go ahead."

This time, Angelica didn’t stumble over her words. She faced her feelings openly, "When the master returns, I want to become your woman..."

She didn’t yearn for any official title, not to be called a lady or a wife. To be his woman was all the satisfaction she needed.

It was Qin Chu who had saved her from the Abyss when she was at her most desperate and on the verge of collapse.

She hoped he would take all of her for himself.

Although such a request might seem a bit too audacious for a maid to make.

Qin Chu was taken aback. He hadn’t expected Angelica to make such a bold request; it took immense courage for a girl to voice such thoughts.

Perhaps the moment he asked Angelica to come to his bedroom, she had started preparing. There was the scent of soap on her, her hair neatly groomed, and even her clothes had been changed to something more beautiful, more enticing...

She had been looking forward to something, yet he had disappointed her... Thinking like that, he felt like he was not being a decent person.

Without responding, a brief stillness made Angelica’s lips tremble. She was afraid, and although she knew her master wasn’t that kind of person, she still feared that he would think of her as a shameless woman.

Her small hands clutched at the corners of her clothes, her palms sweaty.

This made Qin Chu’s heart feel even more compassionate. He reached out to touch Angelica’s cheek and smiled:

"Of course..."

Just as Qin Chu was about to agree, his expression suddenly turned strange.

Isn’t this setting up a flag, huh?

What’s the difference between this and saying we will get married when you come back?

Stopping the words on the tip of his tongue, Qin Chu took a deep breath. Since Angelica had mustered all her courage, he must give a response in kind.

One hand hooked around Angelica’s waist, pulling firmly, and the slender girl was immediately pulled into Qin Chu’s embrace. Startled, Angelica let out a squeak. She could feel Qin Chu’s breath on her face as her heartbeat accelerated rapidly.

"Master, what are..."

"Silly, I’ve already said it before, Angelica is my woman."

Without giving Angelica a chance to react, Qin Chu lowered his head and kissed her lips.

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