Himeko's Prohibition on Alcohol

Valkyrie is an unpredictable job. Although the pay is good, you can usually only gather a table before a mission, and after the mission, you have to use a number of portraits instead of real people to attend the gathering.

So, alcoholics like them who happen to gather at the same table usually have a tacit agreement that whoever finishes a task will get together for a drink.

If the person is present, it's a celebration.

If the portrait is present, it signifies farewell.

Last night, for example, was a party to celebrate Himeko's safe return.

Himeko naturally drank too much, but she wasn't worried about the consequences of getting drunk.

Himeko was already used to it; there was always Anqi waiting for her in the house. Even if she herself was delirious, the child would clean her up, put her in a warm bed, and let her have a good night's sleep.

Today was no different. Himeko rubbed her eyes, smacked her lips, and held the soft, small blonde girl in her arms. Just like every time she got drunk before, everything was fine.

Why are my hands a little damp and the blankets a little cold?

"Um!??"

Himeko's eyes widened suddenly.

"Gulp!"

After swallowing hard, Himeko Zisu's hand trembled slightly as she slowly reached into the blanket. Inadvertently brushing against Anqi's soft, smooth skin, she indeed felt a dampness.

"Himeko... Himeko..."

"Oh? You're really brave, little guy! Want me to teach you what it's like to be an adult!"

"Himeko... I..."

"Haha! Don't panic, I'll be very gentle!"

Himeko subconsciously touched her lips, vaguely sensing a strange aftertaste.

Then, she finally recalled that in her hazy, drunken dream, she tasted a soft, smooth flavor that she had never tasted before in her life—it seemed, perhaps, maybe, that it was Anqi's cherry lips.

"No... no way..."

Cold sweat broke out on Himeko's snow-white forehead.

When Himeko slightly lifted the blanket, she saw Anqi lying contentedly on her chest, her face flushed with an unusual blush. Unlike her usual appearance in pajamas, the girl's body was fully revealed to Himeko.

Himeko turned her head and glanced at the bedside again. Sure enough, Anqi's pink pajamas were lying there.

"It was left behind me, so I had to pull it down!?"

Himeko's forehead was covered in even more cold sweat.

Dear mother I've never met, it seems your precious daughter has committed a crime and won't be able to visit you in heaven anymore!

Half an hour later, Himeko tidied up the room, and Anqi's pajamas were neatly folded next to the pillow.

She went out and brought back hot porridge.

Anqi had already gotten up, but she was wrapped tightly in the quilt and huddled at the head of the bed, only revealing her shy, downcast face.

"An... Anqi, do you want... have breakfast?"

"Um..."

"Um, last night I..."

"Nothing happened last night! I just wet the bed!"

Anqi's face was so red it looked like it could bleed, and her voice was so loud it was almost shrill—she had momentarily wavered and sympathized with a certain donkey who had offended everyone, and then, in a moment of passion, she had boldly kissed Himeko, and ended up getting the bed wet. How could she possibly say such a thing out loud!

Himeko froze on the spot, her hands trembling slightly as she held the porridge—she had indeed defiled the purity of her student who had always trusted and relied on her while drunk, and ended up wetting the bed!

Anqi & Himeko: 'We're doomed!'

While things were in chaos at Anqi's place, in another villa in St. Freya, Wendy and Rita were heading towards Delta's room.

"Ha! I knew it. If I didn't live with her and wake her up, that lazy bum would definitely have stayed in bed!"

"Miss Wendy, if that's the case, why did you insist on sleeping in separate beds last night? I heard from Durandal that you and Delta always slept in the same bed."

"Isn't it because that guy has been thinking about hanging me up every day since he came back? He pushed her into the sea twice over in the East China Sea, and she's holding a grudge! Last night I suddenly had a bad feeling that she would suddenly attack me in the middle of the night, so I decided to change rooms to be safe!"

"Haha, the two of you have such a great relationship that it's the envy of everyone!"

Rita watched Wendy's smug expression with a smile, her eyes filled with delight.

She likes innocent and cute little girls.

A pair of little girls with an incredibly close bond are a million times more precious and dazzling than gold and jewels.

Rita felt truly satisfied with this meal; if it weren't for the fact that it would sound strange, she would have been grateful and said, "Thank you for the treat."

Then the two arrived at Delta's door.

"To be honest, I'm a little embarrassed to say this, but the main reason I brought Rita along this time is to be on guard against Delta's outburst. If anything happens later, I'll have to trouble you to keep an eye on things!"

"Miss Wendy, please rest assured, Delta would never have the heart to harm you."

"I know she won't hurt me, but revenge is another matter. This girl is definitely not a pushover when it comes to holding grudges."

Wendy muttered to herself as she pushed open the door.

"Boom!"

A gust of wind swept in, instantly lifting Wendy out of the window and into the sky.

"Aaaaah! Delta, you just wait! I'll definitely be back!"

The girl's energetic screams echoed from afar through the broken window.

Rita was startled by the sudden turn of events and didn't know how to react for a moment. She could only turn her gaze to the room, which was being swept up by the wind, and then her pupils suddenly contracted.

In the messy bedroom, Delta sat weakly against the headboard, wearing a light, white nightgown with a damp stain on it.

More importantly, beside the girl's limp, pale feet, there was a clear damp stain on the bed sheet. If I'm not mistaken, the damp area was where the girl had slept peacefully the night before.

The thought flashed through Rita's mind: she had lost control of her body and was incontinent.

"What happened?"

Startled by the loud noise, Durandal rushed to the door and witnessed the scene unfold before her eyes.

Then, Rita, realizing what was happening, quickly reached out and covered Durandal's mouth, giving her a shushing look.

Delta leaned weakly against the headboard, seemingly oblivious to the two uninvited guests, her gaze fixed solely on the damp stain.

"Boom!"

The violent air currents tore the bed sheets apart, sending cotton fibers flying everywhere.

Then, Delta, with a cold expression, said:

"Rita, burn these things for me."

"Okay, Rita will do it herself and make sure to burn all these defective items thoroughly. But before that, how about Rita takes you to change your clothes?"

Rita slowly approached, bent down, and revealed a gentle and elegant smile that was exactly the same as always.

Delta raised her eyes, gazing intently at Rita, the gold in her eyes flickering uncertainly. After a moment, she closed her eyes and said in a voice as light as the wind:

"Good."

Durandal watched as Rita picked up Delta and carried her to another room as if everything were normal.

Then, she looked at the room covered in feather fluff and frowned deeply.

It's not just bedwetting.

'The side effects of the Herrscher Gem are so terrible that even bodily reactions are no longer under control?'

'Lord Otto, someone always has to pay the price, but Delta is still just a child...'

Durandal reached out and grabbed the edge of the door.

With a snap, he crushed the metal door frame to pieces, but it did nothing to alleviate his unbearable bitterness.

Unbeknownst to anyone, in another room, Delta, enjoying Rita's attentive service, was feeling incredibly embarrassed, her expression blank, as if she were about to tear a two-bedroom apartment apart from herself.

"Damn it! Why did you have to barge in before I was even dry?! I almost died!"

Chapter 108 Himeko's Order to Quit Drinking

"Don't tell Wendy."

While eating breakfast, Delta suddenly spoke to Rita, who was feeding her.

Rita paused for a moment, then said nonchalantly:

"Rita and Durandal didn't see anything, so they have nothing to tell Miss Wendy."

"I can tell Otto, after all, he should be very concerned about my health."

"Delta, you..."

Rita bit her lip lightly, her beautiful eyes flashing with heartache.

Children should be angels in this world, so why must Delta suffer so much pain? A childhood steeped in darkness and bloodshed, a painful and shameful present, she should be a beloved princess, yet she has become a tearless person burdened with everything.

Rita prides herself on being strong-willed and resolute, but at this moment, she can't help but feel resentment towards the injustice and cruelty of fate.

"But don't tell Wendy."

Delta emphasized.

She subconsciously put on an act to avoid social embarrassment, and since she's currently in a "weak period," playing the victim is better than explaining that she's... that kind of person, right?

However, that's enough for now. Wendy has been so good to me, so I should lie to her as little as possible and try not to mess with her mindset. Well, to be honest, Delta would feel guilty and sorry for Wendy, so let's not mess with her.

'You can be indifferent to outsiders, but you don't want Miss Wendy to worry? Delta, darkness has not extinguished your gentleness, and perhaps your encounter with Miss Wendy is fate's compensation to you? This is truly wonderful!'

The soft light in Rita's eyes was even more captivating, and she nodded gently.

"Rita understands, and won't let Miss Wendy worry. Speaking of which, Miss Wendy has been high in the sky for quite a while now. Shouldn't you consider bringing her back?"

"..."

"Delta- sama?"

"I haven't figured out how to appease her."

Delta said guiltily, her gaze darting around uneasily.

Good heavens!

In a moment of excitement, Wendy was actually hoisted into the air to get some fresh air. Although she wasn't stripped naked, that guy must have been furious.

If we put it back, wouldn't it overturn her wheelchair?

Delta's face was blank, and cold sweat began to break out.

The morning at Himeko's villa was incredibly tense.

There was a short holiday after the mission, so everyone stayed indoors.

Raiden Mei and Kiana watched helplessly as the two created an odd atmosphere.

Anqi no longer sticks close to Himeko all the time.

Himeko also stopped hugging Anqi and stroking her chin from time to time.

The two sat on opposite sides of the sofa, as far apart as possible. Occasionally, their eyes would meet, and they would look away in alarm.

"Mei, what do you think those two did?"

"I don't know, this is the first time I've ever seen them like that."

"Could it be because I stole Anqi's cherry cake, and Anqi misunderstood and thought Himeko stole it, and then they started arguing?"

"Kiana, you... Sigh, never mind, it can't be because of something so trivial. They're not like you!"

Kiana and Raiden Mei huddled together on the other side, whispering and occasionally snacking on potato chips and fruit.

I must say, these snacks, which are eaten in conjunction with the storyline, do taste a bit sweeter than usual!