The Peaceful Life Of A Maid Who Hides Her Power And Enjoys It - Chapter 175

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Chapter 175

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First question. What kind of poison did you give to Dian Sereniye?

“Ah, it’s one of Astrosia’s three deadly poisons! Ow! What? Sp-speak respectfully? Who are you ordering around right now, ack! …It’s glass violet, one of the three deadly poisons. B-but did you really ingest that poison? You can’t survive that poison and be this fine. You didn’t actually take it, right? Right?”

Second question. What’s your reason for trying to assassinate Dian Sereniye?

“…Revenge. Because the Sereniye Family burned down our village. My goal was to kill you and kill every member of this household!”

Third question. Is that really all?

“What do you mean is that all? What reason could be greater than revenge for dead family and friends!”

I scrutinized the Young Maid’s reaction thoroughly, then sat down in a chair.

Black hair, black eyes. This Young Maid who seemed to have just reached adulthood didn’t even possess a last resort like “Merciful Bite.”

‘That means she’s not an assassin sent by a professional assassination group.’

But to consider it personal revenge as the Maid herself claimed, there were quite a few suspicious aspects.

The fact that she obtained one of Astrosia’s three deadly poisons, which are hard to acquire. The fact that she’s skilled at killing. Additionally, considering that among all the many members of the Sereniye Family, she specifically tried to eliminate Dian first, her purpose was quite obvious.

“It’s because of that monster locked in the spire, isn’t it?”

“…Hiccup. What?”

“You came to save the spire monster, didn’t you.”

“…Hiccup. No? Right?”

She can’t lie. You’re clearly not assassin material.

‘That’s surprising though. There are people risking their lives to come save him. Lu wasn’t acting alone—did he belong to some organization?’

That would mean Dian’s safety could be in danger again.

“Are there others besides you inside the castle?”

“Hiccup, how would I know! Right! I’m telling you I came alone for revenge! Right!”

The only thread that might be connected to Lu. Then I have no choice either.

“You’ll be living in my room for the time being.”

“What? I-I’d rather die!”

“I’m telling you in advance, I have no intention of doing anything to the spire monster.”

I continued while meeting eyes with the surprised Maid.

“If Dian’s… no, if my personal safety is guaranteed, I don’t care whether the spire monster escapes or not.”

I didn’t bother adding that I was even applying ointment for him. I couldn’t be certain of the Maid’s identity yet.

‘At this rate, I won’t be able to visit Lu today.’

It’s unfortunate but can’t be helped. Now I just need to convey this situation to Dian properly.

Very well.

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It took Dian only two days to create an antidote for glass violet, one of Astrosia’s three deadly poisons.

True to its sinister nickname as a deadly poison, complete recovery from glass violet poisoning is impossible even with an antidote prepared. This antidote itself was originally developed for cases of ingesting low concentrations of the poison.

Still, if there was hope, it was that Dian’s body was showing the antidote’s effects slowly but surely.

‘It’s probably because my soul is protecting Dian’s soul.’

Dian’s soul wasn’t shattered to pieces like mine, and his body except for the internal organs was relatively intact. It was fortunate, if anything.

But Dian showed greater interest in a different incident than the assassin’s identity.

『…I was really surprised, Ash! I never dreamed I’d see Loke (seems to be Ugly Man’s name) come and kneel down begging with both hands with my own eyes!

…Actually, when I collapsed into sleep that day, I was very worried. I thought Ash would be very surprised and hurt if you had to take that whipping from Loke in my place. But I can endure it well since I’ve experienced it several times.

Ash, were you originally a warrior?

How did you defeat Loke with my weak body? And this Maid who’s an assassin? How did you subdue her? Could I become strong like you too…』

“Jane.”

Jane, who brought out a simple dinner, looked up at my call.

“Yes?”

“Yesterday and today. Did I look like I was in a very good mood?”

“Your mood? Yes, you looked extremely happy to me. Oh. Are you finally going to tell me the reason you’ve been so cheerful? You’ve been hiding it for two whole days!”

“Mm. No. It’s a secret today too.”

“What? You’ve really become mischievous lately.”

I was glad Dian was satisfied with my punching.

I did arrange things so that Ugly Man couldn’t bother Dian and Ash for the time being… but since I don’t know how long it’ll last, I should give him another beating when I get the chance.

“I’m so relieved that Miss has been eating well lately. Seeing your complexion improve, your body must be recovering well. That doctor was definitely a quack!”

After Jane left with a cheerful laugh, I sat down at the desk again.

Today I’m planning to leave a very important memo for Dian.

『I can’t delay the timing any longer, Ash.

Do you want to save that monster in the spire? I think we need to make a definite decision now.』

In response to this question, I would tell him about future events.

Who I am and where I live, how our connection was formed, my reason for trying to save Lu, Dian’s future, and finally about the person called Mephistopheles.

‘Since I don’t know how long I’ll remain in this body. If I’m going to tell him, it’s better to inform him as soon as possible.’

How Dian accepts this memo is up to him. I just…

“Mmph! Mmph!”

I just…

“Mmph! Mmph mmph!”

…

“Mmmmmmmph!”

“Sigh.”

I got up and checked under the bed. When I pulled out the struggling body from the darkness and untied the cloth that had been covering her mouth, the Maid Assassin took a deep breath and glared with triangular eyes.

“Phew! Now I feel like I can live. Geez, when the Maid leaves, untie me quickly!”

This Maid Assassin was to stay under my bed for the time being.

Oh, of course under unilateral decision.

“If you escape, I’ll dump all three of Astrosia’s deadly poisons into that monster’s mouth. I’ll torment him in the most agonizing way I can. Understand?”

When I mentioned Lu’s name, the Maid Assassin stopped resisting.

Moreover, her attitude had become much more docile compared to two days ago, precisely because of Dian’s kindness.

‘Tsk. Applying medicine to the wounds of an assassin who came to kill you and even taking care of meals. Your heart is too soft.’

I began preparing to go up to the spire and asked the Maid Assassin.

“You said the monster likes chocolate, right?”

“Well, I don’t know if he likes it, but he definitely doesn’t dislike it. Though I wouldn’t know since I’m a stranger. Hmph. …That’s the medicine you’re going to apply to that monster, right?”

“Yeah.”

“It’s really strange. Applying medicine instead of poison. Are you really Dian Sereniye? Your martial arts were unbelievable too. You’re not fake, are you?”

“No.”

The reason the Maid Assassin was being obedient probably included not only Dian’s influence but also my attitude. Either way, I was desperate to help Lu.

After making sure to pack the chocolate, I bundled myself up tightly and climbed the spire again.

Today’s prison was less cold than two days ago.

“Hello.”

When I opened the bars and entered, a searching gaze slowly attached itself to my face. It felt longer and stickier than before, so I touched my cheek but there was nothing there.

I thought it might be his way of greeting, but that seemed impossible. With a subtly bothered feeling, I knelt down beside Lu.

‘Hm? The ointment is clean like new?’

If I wasn’t mistaken, the amount seemed to have increased a bit too. Like when it was first applied. I dropped disinfectant on a cloth and began carefully wiping Lu’s shoulder.

‘…Was it always this healed.’

I had been quite worried since I couldn’t come for two days. But contrary to my concerns, Lu’s physical condition had improved if anything, and definitely hadn’t worsened.

Could it be Dian?

“You, what are you?”

“Huh?”

I snapped to attention and looked up.

Golden eyes as piercing as snow suddenly came close, making me swallow and step back. Lu frowned and gestured with his chin.

“Come here. What’s your name?”

Ah, my name? I thought it was something else. I slowly closed the distance on my knees and answered.

“Dian Sereni…”

“Didn’t you hear me tell you to come closer?”

“Y-you came?”

“Come closer like before. I can’t see your face.”

Why my face? I suddenly felt uneasy.

‘Did he figure out that I’m a man?’

Strictly speaking, it shouldn’t matter whether he figured it out or not. But since I’m not the owner of this body, getting caught so obviously would also be problematic.

I approached closer again, but kept my head tilted down at an angle while pretending to focus on treating his forearm. I could feel Lu’s breath falling on my forehead. It felt strange.

“Say your name again.”

“…Dian Sereniye.”

“How many people have that name?”

Thinking it was a stupid question unworthy of Lu, I kindly answered him.

“There’s only me.”

At that, Lu sneered with the expression of someone hearing ridiculous nonsense.

“Bullshit. Yesterday you said there was one more?”

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