Pleiades

"Go, summon all the capable maids from Montelli."

"What does the young master want to do?"

"Don't ask so many questions, just call him over. I'll announce it to you in a bit; it's a big deal anyway."

Before long, Lucia summoned several maids.

Kexi counted the number of people: six. Adding Lucia and Luna, there were eight in total.

I think this many should be enough.

He cleared his throat, stood in the middle of the corridor, and spread his arms.

I know you have many questions in your hearts.

Eight maids stood in a row, looking at each other, wondering what their young master was up to today.

"I've called you all here today to announce some good news."

Kexi's voice suddenly turned solemn, her expression as dignified as if she were presiding over some sacred ceremony, "From this day forward, you will no longer be ordinary Montelli maids. You will be entrusted with a great mission. You will shoulder the heavy responsibility of protecting Montelli's future. You will become Montelli's sharpest sword, its strongest shield, its most indestructible fortress. Your hands will defend the glory of this manor, and your will will forge an everlasting legend."

Those below were confused, but they were all infected by the momentum, straightening their backs and their eyes igniting with a strange flame.

"Therefore, I have decided to establish a combat maid corps in Montelli. You are the first group to be chosen."

Upon hearing this, those below immediately felt enveloped by a sacred mission.

Jietawi's eyes were red, and she bit her lip, as if she was holding back some intense emotions.

Kexi immediately called out her name.

"Jietawi, come, tell me, what is your sole purpose in Montelli?"

Jietawi stepped forward, her voice booming, "Reporting, young master! I Montelli to clean and tidy the rooms, providing our master with a comfortable and clean living environment!"

Kexi frowned and shook her head.

"Karenina, tell me, what is your sole purpose in Montelli?"

Karenina stood ramrod straight, her voice clear and crisp. "Reporting to the young master! I Montelli to make the most delicious pastries, so that the young master can enjoy a hot breakfast every day!"

Kexi frowned even more deeply, but still shook her head.

"Yalisha, you say it."

"Reporting to the young master! I Montelli to cultivate every flower in the garden so that you can see the most beautiful scenery every time you open your window!"

"Hailunting, you say it."

"Reporting to the young master! I Montelli to keep your clothes clean and ironed, so that you can leave the house looking presentable every day!"

Kexi asked several times, but didn't get a satisfactory answer.

His expression grew increasingly helpless, and the corners of his mouth turned down sharply.

Selina stood to the side, watching this scene, a slight smile playing on her lips.

Of course she knew what the perfect answer Kexi wanted to hear was.

She would silently recite that answer to herself every morning when she woke up, and then review it again before going to sleep.

That was her own unique word, belonging solely to her.

She's thinking about something right now.

She imagined Kexi calling her name, and then she standing up and saying those words in the most standard tone in front of everyone.

Kexi's eyes would light up, her lips would curl into a smile, and then she would pat her on the shoulder and say to everyone, "Did you hear that? This is the answer I wanted. You should all take note."

Selina blushed at the thought of that scene.

Her lips unconsciously curved into a smile, and her fingers clenched slightly at her sides, ready to be called upon at any moment.

"Lucia, you speak," Kexi's voice rang out.

Selina's face fell.

Lucia took a step forward from the queue.

She stood ramrod straight, her expression calm, her tone as if reporting something completely mundane.

"Young Master, my sole purpose in Montelli is to obey your orders and follow your commands. I will be at your side whenever you need me, and I am willing to give my life for you if necessary."

The air was silent for two seconds.

Kexi nodded, looking pleased.

"Damn it, Lucia, you know what? I've never heard such a satisfying answer before. You fucking moved me, you know that?"

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"Listen to that, look how high Lucia's awareness is! Everyone, give her a round of applause."

The people below looked ashamed and lowered their heads, but enthusiastic applause rang out.

No wonder Lucia is the head steward, while they are just maids.

The difference in skill level is significant.

Selina couldn't hold back anymore.

She stood there, as if her soul had been ripped away.

She stared at Lucia's profile, her voice screaming inwardly, "My words! She's saying all my words!"

She finally realized that she had met her match.

A hint of hostility crept into his gaze toward Lucia.

Lucia was completely unaware.

What she just said was completely genuine, without a trace of acting.

She had no idea that she had inadvertently stolen someone's exclusive lines.

"Everyone should learn more from Lucia in the future."

Kexi looked around and was very satisfied with everyone's reaction.

"Alright, I hereby declare the first Combat Maid Corps of Montelli officially established!"

"Young Master, what's our team's name?" Lucia asked.

"As for a name..." Kexi thought for a moment, then suddenly had a flash of inspiration, "Let's call it the Pleiades."

"Yay!"

The crowd erupted in cheers, clearly feeling that the young master valued them.

Even Luna, who had been sullen, clapped her hands twice, and her unhappiness dissipated considerably.

"The Pleiades will temporarily be led by Lucia as the leader and Luna as the vice-leader."

"Eh? Is there something else about me?" Luna was honored to be called out.

After assigning the positions, Kexi's expression turned serious. "Now, let's give the Pleiades its first task."

Everyone below, stand at attention and listen carefully.

"I have a feeling there will be huge chaos at my birthday party tomorrow. Your task is to protect me during the chaos and prevent anyone from touching me, especially women. Understand?"

"Don't worry, young master, the Pleiades will protect your safety to the death." The eight maids said in unison, their voices echoing down the corridor.

Kexi nodded in satisfaction.

I feel much more at ease now.

Everyone was happy.

Only Selina was secretly injured.

Originally, protecting the young master was her responsibility alone, but now it has become the responsibility of many people.

Her exclusive spot has been split into eight parts, and someone just stole her exclusive lines.

She lowered her head, her shoulders slightly hunched, and choked out a sentence.

"Waaah, I really don't know."

Nobody heard it.

The cheers of the others were so loud that they drowned out all her grievances.