Chapter 296: Xiao Tong, Honestly Tell Me
After seeing off the little “Witch,” Luo Xiu’s expression returned to seriousness.
He turned around, picked up his brush again, and added the final sentence to his reply.
“Holy Light above, Your Eminence the Pope, you know me. In this life, I detest sin the most, and witches even more so.”
“Please enlighten me.”
After he finished writing, he picked up the letter and read it from beginning to end. Once he confirmed there were no other flaws, he folded it with satisfaction and put it into the envelope.
He knew such a reason was ridiculous and absurd.
However, given the favor of the Holy See and the Pope, they would definitely think twice before taking any action. Luo Xiu’s current plan was to stall for time and only confront the Holy See for a final battle when he could no longer hide the truth.
Yes, he had already made up his mind to offer everything for this.
This was originally his only purpose for coming to this world.
Imagine, what could be more exciting than personally creating a boss with one’s own life?
As for the candidate for this boss, Luo Xiu first thought of Selena.
A gentle and kind girl.
Even after enduring countless hardships in the world, she still retained a part of humanity’s true goodness and beauty.
However, Luo Xiu quickly shook his head.
What he wanted to create was a villain capable of overthrowing the entire Maya Empire and breaking free from oppression. Selena’s gentle nature, of course, could not bear such a great responsibility.
In fact, there often wasn’t a purely evil character, it was merely a matter of standing point.
To the people of this world, were witches not exactly the perfect villains?
He stroked his chin, a thoughtful glint in his eyes.
The other little witch, Eileen, seemed like a good choice.
The man got up, stretched lazily, and then lay down on the bed.
In the quiet room, his self-talk began to echo.
“Xiao Tong, are there two heroines this time?”
A mechanical response quickly came.
“What, do you find it difficult?”
“That’s not it. Nurturing one or two makes no difference.”
Luo Xiu frowned, “But I feel like something is wrong…”
This sense of unease had been lingering in Luo Xiu’s mind since the first time he saw the statue of the Goddess in the church.
“Xiao Tong, you honestly tell me…”
A moment later, Luo Xiu finally nodded in understanding.
He muttered, “Alright, alright, so that’s how you want to play…”
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The next day, early morning.
It felt like sinking into a large cloud, incredibly comfortable.
Selena stirred, unwilling to wake up just yet.
But habit made her slowly open her eyes.
The sunlight was a bit dazzling, streaming through the window and onto the floor, casting a golden hue.
Selena remained still, her eyes wide open, staring blankly for a while.
Undoubtedly, this was the first good night’s sleep she had since her identity as a Witch was revealed.
Peaceful, secure, soft, and comfortable.
She quietly moved her arm, freeing herself.
It was because the girl still sleeping beside her was holding her too tightly.
Selena tilted her head, her gaze falling on the girl’s peaceful sleeping face.
Her eyelashes were long and occasionally trembled, her small face smooth and delicate, making one want to hold her and kiss her.
Of course, Selena only thought of it and certainly wouldn’t act on it.
Otherwise, if she startled the girl awake, she would surely be labeled a “pervert,” right?
Thinking this, she quietly got out of bed and, with bare feet, walked step by step to the window.
She reached out and pushed open the window. The curtains fluttered in the breeze, gently caressing her face.
Selena took a deep breath, feeling an unprecedented sense of relaxation, both physically and mentally.
However, this relaxation was soon overshadowed by a deep-seated worry hidden in her heart.
She wondered how Lord Luo Xiu planned to cope…
Precisely because she was a victim, Selena knew better than anyone how ruthlessly the Holy See hunted down “witches” like them.
Over countless years, how many innocent girls had fallen victim to the Holy See’s poisonous hands?
She extended her arm, her palm slightly cupped, as if trying to grasp the breeze slipping through her fingers.
Immediately, a wisp of jet-black, dark purple flame suddenly appeared in her palm.
The black flame swirled in her palm, exuding a ghostly aura that was awe-inspiring.
This was Selena’s unique awakened skill as a Witch.
It could devour magic, devour all things, and even the Holy Light that the Holy See prided itself on could be easily vanished into thin air.
Witches could fight against the Holy See for a hundred years, so they were naturally not ordinary people.
Their strength increased exponentially with age.
A hundred years ago, a Witch who truly lived to adulthood brought almost devastating damage to the Holy See.
That battle left the entire Holy See in ruins.
Had it not been for the Pope’s righteous sneak attack succeeding in the end, it was uncertain whether the Maya Empire would even exist today.
Her scattered thoughts ceased. Selena bit her lip, thinking that if the matter was truly exposed, she would absolutely not implicate Lord Luo Xiu.
At worst, she would fall into the Holy See’s clutches again. It would be nothing more than death.
She closed the window and returned to the bedside.
The girl on the bed, exquisite like a doll, was still fast asleep.
Without waking Eileen, Selena turned and walked towards the door.
As soon as she opened it, she saw a tall figure standing in the doorway.
Selena was somewhat surprised, “Miss Anna, why are you here?”
The woman bowed very elegantly. She said, “Miss Selena, good morning.”
Anna then continued, “I am here on my Master’s orders to bring you clothes.”
Upon saying this, she moved aside, revealing a small wooden trolley behind her.
On the trolley hung a dazzling array of dresses, in all sorts of colors and categories, with everything imaginable.
Selena’s eyes lit up.
After all, what girl didn’t like beautiful new clothes?
It was just that in the past, due to her circumstances, Selena had always appeared composed, like a little adult.
But ultimately, at the age of twelve or thirteen, she wasn’t without her preferences; she was just good at hiding them.
However, after thinking about it, Selena still shook her head and refused.
“Miss Anna, thank you for your kindness, but we don’t need so many clothes. One set for changing is enough.”
Anna shook her head in response.
“No need to thank me. These clothes were all personally selected by the Master early this morning for you. If Miss Selena doesn’t like them…”
Before Anna could finish her sentence, Selena anxiously interrupted her.
She quickly explained, “You misunderstood. I just don’t want to trouble Lord Luo Xiu too much. It’s not that I don’t like them…”
Anna chuckled, “If that’s the case, then please don’t refuse.”
Seeing Selena still hesitant, she added, “These were specifically instructed by the Master. He said he wants to see Miss Selena wear more outfits.”
Hearing this, Selena’s gaze drifted over the pile of clothes. Thinking of something, her cheeks flushed slightly, and she lowered her head, softly agreeing.
“I, I understand.”
(End of Chapter)
