Chapter 296
“Are you saying he might have been motivated by lust?”
Selena narrowed her eyes; she had the same thought.
After all, regardless of their ominous identity as witches, their exquisite and lovely appearances were universally acknowledged. It was inevitable that some individuals with unsatisfied desires would seek novelty.
“Selena, what should we do…”
The thought of the possible implications of this guess sent a shiver through Eileen, and she felt a belated fear.
“It’s okay, Eileen, don’t be afraid.”
Despite her own fear, Selena forced herself to remain composed and comforted her friend.
She thought for a moment and whispered, “Regardless, at least his attitude towards us is good right now.”
Eileen clenched her small fists.
She said indignantly, “I will never let him have his way. If he dares to have any bad intentions, I would rather die.”
Seeing her intense reaction, Selena sighed softly in her heart.
*Eileen, even if it really comes to that.*
*How can I watch you die helplessly…*
Her resolve deepened.
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…
Unaware that she was being gossiped about by some people.
Luo Xiu left the room and found Anna in the reception area on the other side.
Anna was still wearing the blue and white maid uniform. The skirt was a bit short, revealing her full and lustrous thighs, which, wrapped in white stockings, created a series of indentations.
Luo Xiu averted his gaze with great effort and said sternly, “Has there been any letter from the Holy See?”
The sky was nearing evening, and several hours had passed since he had taken the people away that morning. If there were no accidents, the Holy See should have sent a message.
After all, eliminating witches had always been the Holy See’s top priority mission.
As expected, Anna nodded and produced a letter sealed with wax from her chest, which she respectfully presented with both hands.
“My Lord, it’s a letter from the inner city.”
The capital of the Maya Empire was divided into inner and outer cities. Only the Maya Royal Family and the Holy See headquarters could exist in the inner city, which was heavily guarded.
In the outer city, Luo Xiu’s status was second to none. The only ones who could quickly issue him questions with such authority would be from the inner city.
Luo Xiu grunted and reached out to take it.
The envelope was slightly warm, with a residual warmth.
As soon as he received it, he tore it open. The contents of the letter were exactly as he had anticipated.
It was an inquiry about the specific process of judging the witches that day, why they were not taken to the central square for execution, and why Luo Xiu had taken them away privately.
However, what surprised Luo Xiu was that the wording and tone of the letter were quite tactful and polite. It seemed his position in the Holy See was higher than he had imagined.
The youngest priest and the youngest great archmage in history.
Either of these titles bestowed upon someone else would likely be enough to etch their name in history and enjoy a lifetime of glory and wealth. Yet, Luo Xiu held both.
The extent of the Holy See’s regard for him was evident.
“By the way, where is the messenger?” Luo Xiu looked up and asked.
Anna replied, “His name is Sifer. He has already left, but he instructed that you should reply as soon as possible.”
Upon hearing this, Luo Xiu calmly put the letter away.
Sifer was the personal secretary to the current Pope, and his words represented the Pope’s wishes.
The Pope was the supreme authority of the Holy See. Below the Pope were priests like Luo Xiu. Below the priests were bishops of various ranks, with a strict hierarchy and strict divisions.
The fact that Sifer himself had made the trip indicated that the Holy See was indeed very sensitive about the matter of witches.
Luo Xiu pondered for a moment. “No matter. You go prepare dinner first, and also help me find two sets of clean clothes for the girls. Oh, and have them prepare hot water.”
Hearing this, Anna was stunned.
The clothes and hot water were naturally for the two little witches, as Luo Xiu had mentioned in the church that morning. However, the problem was, if Luo Xiu intended to judge them personally, why would he need to prepare these things?
But Anna admirably suppressed her doubts and did not reveal them. These were not matters for a Head Maid to interfere with; she just needed to obey.
So, Anna softly replied “Yes” and left to make the preparations.
Luo Xiu stood in place, watching her retreating figure.
The woman was tall and well-built, exuding a unique charm as she walked. The maids employed in Luo Xiu’s household were not only professionally capable but also possessed top-tier figures and looks, which, for a man in his prime like Luo Xiu, could be quite stimulating to see often.
Luo Xiu patted his face and murmured, “I don’t have time for these trivialities now. I still need to think about how to reply to the Holy See.”
He subconsciously glanced at the room where the two little girls were, only then remembering that he hadn’t asked for their names.
For the next period, Luo Xiu wandered around the manor, getting a general sense of its layout. It wasn’t until Anna found him again to say that dinner was ready that he turned and walked towards the main building.
The main building was where Luo Xiu resided, and the two little girls had been temporarily housed there.
Without Anna accompanying him, Luo Xiu walked to the door of the room and knocked.
The door opened quickly, revealing a somewhat guarded little face.
Luo Xiu smiled. “Good evening. Would you like to join me for dinner?”
Eileen’s expression faltered. She was clearly a little reluctant to leave this environment they had only just begun to get familiar with. However, the constant hunger pangs in her stomach were a reminder that if she didn’t eat soon, she would starve to death…
From behind her, another gentle female voice came.
“Eileen, please give Lord more trust. Let’s go together.”
Immediately after, the owner of the voice emerged.
Their dresses and hair color were identical, but their facial features were distinct, one being more cold and aloof, while Selena was more gentle. Their personalities were also vividly displayed. Compared to Eileen, who had been showing wariness, Selena appeared much more approachable.
Luo Xiu turned to look at her and said with a warm smile, “Good evening. I haven’t had the pleasure of asking your names yet.”
Selena fiddled with the hem of her skirt, looking a little nervous. However, she still lifted her skirt and gave a graceful bow.
“My Lord, I am Selena.”
She then pulled her reluctant friend over and introduced her, “This is Eileen.”
Selena applied a slight pressure with her hand, signaling Eileen to greet him quickly. But Eileen merely snorted coldly and said nothing.
Luo Xiu didn’t seem to mind, though. Since this one was difficult to deal with, he would start with the one who was easier.
“Selena, it means moon or heaven. What a lovely name.”
He smiled, extended his hand towards Selena, and bowed gracefully in a gentlemanly manner.
“Then, Miss Selena, may I invite you to share dinner with me?”
(End of Chapter)
