Chapter 32: Waiting for You
“This… Your Majesty the King of Winter, does the Wintery Empire really have such a rule? This is…”
Lacurie and Kumela were dumbfounded. What kind of nonsense is this? The first reason was somewhat understandable, as some kings indeed dislike others staring at their female companions. But the second one was just too absurd.
Is it really a crime to lift your left foot? And the punishment was also strange—why washing underpants?
“That’s right, this is the rule of the Wintery Empire. If you don’t believe me, you can ask Gudbad, the captain of my castle guards, standing over there.”
Xi Wei’s cold eyes and unwavering tone left no room for doubt. He pointed at Gudbad, who stood at the entrance of the hall, wearing a gleeful smile.
Ask what? Ask for what? This was clearly a case of false accusations. They just didn’t know what they had done to upset the King of Winter.
But to save their own lives, despite their many doubts, they could only nod and comply obediently.
Half an hour later, beside the washing pool in the Inner City of Winter City, in addition to Gudbad, Lacurie and Kumela were also present. In front of them was a mountain-high pile of underpants and socks.
“G-Gudbad, Your Excellency, these… are all to be washed???”
Lacurie stared in shock at the mountain before him. Under the scorching sun, even though he pinched his nose, the sour smell still forced its way into his nostrils, almost lifting the top of his head.
Flies buzzed around the pile, and occasionally a rat or two scurried by. He could already feel his stomach churning.
“That’s right, Your Excellency. His Majesty said that you will be sent back only after you finish washing. I suppose you wouldn’t want your king to be anxiously waiting in the royal capital? If the war is delayed, your families will have to atone with their lives.”
Gudbad spoke with a smile, but his words felt like a biting north wind, chilling the hearts of Lacurie and Kumela.
These were originally his tasks. After the battle at Dragonflame City, the castle guards had also gone to the battlefield. Now that they were back, the soiled pants and socks had piled up here.
To increase the difficulty for the two envoys, some other soldiers’ underpants and socks were added. Most soldiers had already washed theirs, or else the pile could have been even bigger.
After giving his instructions, Gudbad left with a spring in his step, leaving two guards with amused expressions to keep an eye on them.
After being busy for so long, it was finally his turn to rest. Should he go to the tavern for a drink with Miss Maria?
Gudbad thought happily, as if he were already spending a wonderful evening with Miss Maria. His carefree song echoed through the alleys of the Inner City:
“…Lady in the candlelight, with roses adorning your beautiful dress, are you waiting for me to enter your heart?”
Back in the castle hall, Xi Wei sighed helplessly.
He was in a terrible mood now.
The sudden visit of the two envoys had completely disrupted his flow. The flirtatious atmosphere with Ruo Yi was gone.
And it wasn’t even nighttime.
This couldn’t be blamed on Clemon, after all, his and Ruo Yi’s “scene” was in the garden, not the bedroom.
The garden was, after all, a public area.
Ruo Yi’s gaze had always been on Xi Wei, and she naturally noticed his disappointment.
“Hehe~”
She covered her mouth and giggled softly, then gently hugged Xi Wei from behind, resting her rosy cheek on his shoulder.
Her long eyelashes fluttered as she tenderly gazed at her beloved. Her luscious red lips softly kissed Xi Wei’s cheek, then she leaned close to his ear and whispered seductively:
“My King, tonight I’ll be waiting in your room…”
“Waiting for you to devour me~”
After saying this, Ruo Yi playfully dodged Xi Wei’s grasping hand, her slender waist swaying gracefully. She pouted her red lips at him, resembling a mischievous elf, and then skipped away.
Wow, she sure knew how to stir things up and then leave!
Xi Wei watched Ruo Yi’s elegant figure as she left, shaking his head helplessly.
He could still feel the warmth Ruo Yi had left on his cheek, and now, with the gentle breeze in the hall, it felt slightly cool.
…
After leaving the castle hall, Ruo Yi went straight to find Loli, as she needed to inform the original night watcher that she would be taking over tonight.
At the moment, Loli was in the kitchen making cookies, vigorously kneading the dough on the chopping board. Beads of sweat glistened on her forehead, and although the work was tiring, a sweet smile played on her lips.
This was something she had recently learned from Mrs. Chris. These cookies were specially made for Xi Wei, and even adding a bit of her own… as per his request.
He had said it would give them her floral scent.
Loli’s cheeks flushed at the thought. Although her body naturally exuded a rich floral fragrance, Xi Wei’s strange request still made her feel shy.
But she would never refuse Xi Wei, because everything she had belonged to him, even her soul.
Although the process of making cookies was complex, Loli still found joy in it.
Her beloved was by her side, and Xi Wei usually doted on her greatly. Fresh milk, rich in nutrients, was never lacking, and she could have it every morning and night.
Moreover, there were delicious cakes to enjoy.
In life, there were no worries. In every aspect, the little maid was filled with Xi Wei’s love.
Now, she had also achieved her wish.
Perhaps due to the nourishment of love.
This made the already lovely Loli even more radiant, like a blooming flower.
Her skin was milky white and moist, her cheeks pink, and her delicate appearance often made the other maids studying with Mrs. Chris envious.
“Hmm, guess who?”
Just as Loli was busy, she suddenly felt a soft body press against her back, and her eyes were covered by a pair of soft hands.
But she wasn’t foolish. Although Ruo Yi deliberately deepened her voice, she couldn’t hide the enchanting scent on her.
“Ruo Yi, you’re back with Master?”
Loli turned around and held Ruo Yi’s soft hands, her big, sparkling eyes filled with joy. She was already somewhat impatient.
Even though it had only been a morning without seeing Xi Wei, the little maid still felt a void in her heart.
Ruo Yi pinched Loli’s tender, soft cheek and teased her with a smile:
“What’s wrong~ It’s only been one night, how embarrassing! I heard it clearly that night, what you shouted…”
She cleared her throat, mimicking Loli’s soft, sweet voice, and cooed:
“Master, love Loli to death~ Master, Loli wants to have babies with you, lots and lots of babies~ Master, mmm…”
Ruo Yi was about to continue imitating, but the little maid, already blushing to the point of steaming, covered her mouth.
