Cornelia's Night (5.2K)

How could he possibly be so gentle and refined?

Or rather...

"Could this person be a stand-in?" Chelsea suddenly wondered.

"It's not impossible, but someone with an aura that can instill fear in you is definitely not an ordinary person. Remember that feeling; it's already quite impressive that you can see an opponent whose identity has been unknown all along."

Barbara said meaningfully.

"In that case, let's quickly tell the Revolutionary Army's spies what they look like, so they can investigate thoroughly in the surrounding towns and keep a close eye on their every move."

Chelsea skillfully unwrapped the lollipop, picked it up, and said sweetly.

"... That's right, next time it'll be our turn to attack."

Taeko stared sharply at the portrait.

Barbara, on the other hand, kept looking at her proud disciple.

To be honest, she felt uneasy, especially about Yotsuba Mahiro in the portrait, which gave her a bad feeling.

It's not just a matter of strength. You have to understand that among the younger generation, no one is stronger than the Taeko she personally nurtured.

She didn't even take the Empire's General Esdeath seriously.

But this time...

I hope I'm just imagining things. After all, Taeko is an elite trainee I've been training since she was a baby. There's no way she could lose!

"Let's go to the hotel and soak in the hot springs!"

"Yay! Long live Yotsuba Clan -sama!!!"

The girls cheered joyfully.

After dealing with the Tengu Party at the White Wave River, Mahiro led Tsukushi and her group to the town's most famous hot spring hotel.

It's said that this hotel is famous not only for its hot springs but also for its excellent cuisine, so they decided to have a big meal there.

"Wow, what a beautiful house! Yotsuba Clan- sama, you're so kind to us."

Looking at the lavishly decorated hotel in front of him, Pony exclaimed like a child.

Mahiro simply smiled.

Actually, the hotel in front of us is a typical hot spring hotel; it's not particularly luxurious, at most it can be described as classic.

"Yes, it must cost a lot of money."

Cornelia blinked, somewhat worried about Mahiro's wallet.

They felt a little guilty that Yotsuba Clan- sama spent so much money to take them to relax.

"It's alright, money isn't important. The important thing is that you're happy, and that's enough. After all, you can only complete the mission well if you're well-rested. Consider it a short vacation for you. Let's go."

Come to think of it, since they joined the Assassination Department, it seems that their only vacation has been with Yotsuba Mahiro.

Although it was only for one day, it became their most profound and beautiful memory.

To eat, live, and travel with the Yotsuba Clan- sama...

Will this trip to the hot spring hotel leave you with some wonderful memories?

Both Cornelia and Tsukushi had expectant looks in their eyes.

After arranging the horses and arriving at the hotel entrance, Mahiro's keen senses suddenly detected that someone seemed to be watching him.

Although he often received flirtatious glances from young girls, this time it was completely different from before. It was more like a secret observation, without any hostility or murderous intent.

Turning around, I was immediately confronted by that peeping gaze!

An aged, wrinkled face came into Mahiro's view, and beside her was a beautiful young girl.

A hint of surprise appeared on the old woman's face, and she slowly withdrew her calm gaze.

As if nothing had happened, he led the tall girl beside him into the hotel.

"Instructor, according to the intelligence provided by Chelsea, those seven should be from the Empire's Assassination Department ... but why is one person missing?" Taeko said in a voice so faint that only she could hear it.

Chelsea's intelligence indicated two men, but only one has appeared so far.

The aloof young man was not among them.

"Hehe, it's very simple. That boy is probably hiding as an outsider, a very common method," Barbara said with a chuckle.

Her guess was correct; Nahashu had indeed been placed in the forest as an external agent, along with Green had brought back intelligence from the Imperial Capital.

It is said that there are unusual movements by the northern tribes.

However, they were arranged to stay outside mainly because Mahiro didn't want to soak in the hot spring with the two men, so she gave them something to do.

"But then again, they're all much younger than you, and they can all control their aura; they're really promising. And the man Chelsea mentioned is indeed not to be underestimated; his calm demeanor is chilling."

I genuinely thought he was just an ordinary person, but he actually managed to notice that I was observing him from behind.

Taeko, please don't let your guard down until I have a well-thought-out plan!

I've sent Chelsea to make contact with the Revolutionary Army; news should come back soon."

Barbara calmly analyzed the current situation.

This man might not be so easy to deal with; perhaps a little cunning will be needed...

Barbara thought of Chelsea.

A direct confrontation might cause problems, but having Chelsea at the core could have unexpected positive effects.

"Understood, Instructor!" Taeko replied calmly.

Chapter 146 Cornelia's Night (5.2K)

"Yotsuba Clan, what... what are you looking at?"

Seeing that Mahiro was somewhat distracted, Kurome tugged at his sleeve and asked softly.

"It's nothing, I just thought of something happy," Mahiro said.

"Ugh, is Yotsuba Clan- sama looking at that pretty black-haired girl from earlier? Come to think of it, she's just as pretty as Big Sister," Little Silver pouted.

"No way, does Yotsuba Clan- sama like that type?"

"But Akame isn't much different from her, is she?"

"No, I think Yotsuba Clan- sama likes her big breasts, I... I saw that she has the size of Little Silver one. The dress she's wearing looks a little more bulging than Cole's."

"Yes, a girl's figure can definitely add a lot of points."

How could this be?

"Little Kurome, don't worry too much about your problems. You're still young, and you'll grow up to be as beautiful as your older sister."

The girls started gossiping about Mahiro's Mahiro for girls, and Akame, who was being teased by everyone, blushed a cute little red on her cheeks.

If they knew that the person Mahiro for was an elderly woman with a face full of wrinkles, I wonder what they would think.

However, Cornelia, the eldest among them, seemed somewhat distracted, merely humming or smiling perfunctorily amidst the girls' enthusiastic discussion.

Recalling the girl's figure from just now, she lowered her head and subtly glanced at her own...

If Yotsuba Clan- sama likes that kind of thing, does that mean I have a chance?

The six of them each had their own thoughts, and it was fortunate that Nahashu wasn't there, otherwise he would have at least called them "trash can be trash, even their thoughts are trash."

How could that woman, who appeared out of nowhere, possibly be a match for Lady Yotsuba Clan, who is perfect in terms of strength, appearance, and strategy?

If that were really the case, Yotsuba Clan would already have a harem of wives and concubines!

Upon entering the hotel, Mahiro had booked three rooms in total.

The girls were divided into two groups of three, while he had a room all to himself.

"Next, I need to finalize a plan before taking action, so for the next few days, you all act like normal children. Cornelia, you're in charge of managing the others. Remember, no matter what happens, don't act recklessly, and don't act alone!"

These girls are certainly very strong, but there are also many people who could kill them.

At the very least, they haven't reached Esdeath's level.

"I understand. Don't worry about it, Yotsuba Clan," Cornelia replied with a smile.

As the most reliable older sister among these girls, the other five girls trusted her implicitly.

"Okay, don't be too nervous, just be careful."

Mahiro gave her a few brief instructions, then returned to her room.

The girls, as if liberated, cheered and rushed to the hotel's hot springs immediately.

Girls are naturally clean, and even after wiping away the blood after killing someone, they still feel uneasy and wish to wash the blood off their hands!

The hotel's hot springs are divided into three areas: a men's area, a women's area, and a mixed-gender bath with the largest area.

Perhaps because there are few people this season, the hot spring environment becomes very quiet and comfortable. Because it is open-air, you can see the stars and moon in the sky.

"The hot springs here are said to be very effective in treating shoulder pain, Tsukushi," Pony joked, leaning against the edge of the hot spring, looking at Tsukushi's ominous appearance.

"Don't talk nonsense! I... I don't have shoulder pain, Pony -chan!"

Tsukushi explained in a very serious tone, which made everyone laugh.

No wonder, without realizing it, Tsukushi had become the most developed of all of them, even a bit older than Little Silver.

"How could that be? Hanging two heavyweight ○-shaped figures around every day must be a burden."

"Ouch, you're rubbing me so hard! I... I only like it Yotsuba Clan- sama rubs me."

Pony, like a demon, launched an attack on the delicate and powerless Tsukushi, while Cornelia watched them frolicking in the hot spring with a smile.

"Oh my, Tsukushi is so bold!" Little Silver chuckled.

"If possible, I'd also like to have Yotsuba Clan- sama massage it for me."

In the rising steam, Kurome looked down at her small chest and couldn't help but sigh softly.

No, that won't work. Absolutely not.

She didn't aspire to be like Little Silver or Tsukushi, but she couldn't even reach the level of her older sister and Cole.

He's only slightly bigger than Pony...

If it's this small, will Yotsuba Clan- sama like it?

"Ugh..."

Thinking of this, Kurome let out a small, mournful cry, gradually immersing her entire body in the hot water. The pleasant feeling relieved most of the fatigue that had accumulated in the girl's body.

It was late at night.

"I... can't sleep..."

Cornelia sat up, yawning, and rubbed her sleepy eyes.

Although I had expended a lot of energy during the day and soaked in a hot spring with everyone in the evening to relieve my fatigue, I still couldn't fall asleep for some reason.

She glanced at Little Silver and Pony, who were fast asleep and huddled together beside her, and shook her head.

"She's sleeping so soundly..."

Because Tsukushi and Akame were close friends, and Kurome was used to staying by Akame's side, the three of them were assigned to the same room.

But...

"Let's go soak in the hot springs before dawn; there won't be anyone there then."

Humming a little tune, Cornelia had already put on her yukata and left the room, walking along the corridor towards the hot springs.

Sure enough, just as she had guessed, there wasn't a single person in the hot spring.

After taking off her yukata, she immersed her entire body in the water.

"Mmm... so comfortable~~~"