Today, the training came to an end.
The lessons were taught, the training was completed, and if it weren't for Sona bringing people to cause trouble, it would have been over yesterday.
On the evening of returning to Kuoh Town, August, in his capacity as a boyfriend, invited Tsubaki out.
They strolled through the streets like an ordinary couple, enjoyed food and drinks in the night market, and later watched a horror movie.
However, the last activity was a failure.
Being originally from Shinra clan which have purified evil spirits since ancient times, Tsubaki, who had turned into a devil, couldn't possibly be frightened by the ghosts portrayed in the movie. In fact, she even pointed out various logical flaws during the viewing.
Thinking it would be a romantic moment when she was scared, August's attempt failed. The reality was cruel.
As time passed into the late night, August walked hand in hand with Tsubaki on their way home.
"I had a great time tonight."
"I did too."
They smiled at each other. Although there was a bit of regret, August was generally satisfied with tonight's date.
During this time, they became more intimate with each other. Tsubaki, though still a bit shy, didn't refuse August's embraces.
"Alright, let's meet at school tomorrow. The president must be anxious by now."
Tsubaki smiled slightly. It was already late at night, and if she didn't go back soon, who knew what her president would start thinking.
"Okay, see you tomorrow."
"Oh, close your eyes."
"Huh?"
"Close your eyes quickly."
August suddenly thought of some classic scenes and closed his eyes with great anticipation.
Soon, his lips found their partner.
Then August opened his eyes, causing Tsubaki, who had just gathered courage, to hesitate.
But before she could give up, August took the initiative.
Two minutes later, blushing, Tsubaki left within the magic circle.
August smiled brightly. Tonight, he took a big step forward on the road to winning her over.
As for why he didn't bring Tsubaki home, August considered it a date, not a one-night stand. Also, their relationship had just been confirmed, and until she was truly ready, August wouldn't force her.
In a very good mood, August quickly returned home.
As soon as he entered, August noticed something was off because there were two auras in the living room.
One was Hilda, and the other was an unfamiliar presence.
Entering the living room, he saw a maid sitting on the sofa, who looked somewhat similar to Hilda, with the same hair color and a somewhat similar face, except she didn't cover one eye like Hilda.
"My lord, you're back."
Seeing August, Hilda immediately stood up.
"Uh, who is she?"
August looked at this unexpected guest and said slowly.
"My lord, my name is Yolda. I have come to serve you as a maid by order of my family."
"Maid?"
"Yes, my lord."
Looking at Yolda, August turned his gaze to Hilda, hoping she would explain.
"My lord, she is my sister. After my father knew that I became your peerage, he sent her over according to the family's orders."
"Your sister? Hilda, your father is really interesting. Sending a pair of sisters to me. Shouldn't I thank him properly?"
August squinted his eyes slightly, and a hint of abyss-like magic power faintly emanated.
Suddenly, both Hilda and Yolda felt a violent shock.
"My lord, please forgive her. My father didn't mean anything else. He just wanted to make you happy."
Yolda spoke up at this moment, her voice slightly trembling.
"Make me happy? Interesting. Are you sure your father wanted to make me happy and not himself happy?"
"My lord..."
Under August's gaze, Yolda was sweating coldly, feeling more and more fearful.
As a daughter, how could she not know what her father was thinking?
After learning that Hilda had become August's private maid, he had been paying attention to Hilda's information. When he found out that she had become August's only peerage and had become Demon clan member, he seemed to have seen the most prosperous opportunity for their family.
Then he gave her an order related to the survival of the family, which was to come and serve August. Along with her sister Hilda, he wanted them to occupy a place in August's heart. Although not as a wife, at least they should have a place in August's heart.
It would be best if they could give birth to children, so their family would be completely tied to the Demon clan, gaining huge benefits in the underworld.
But she never thought that as soon as she met this Demon Duke, everything about her was seen through.
Now that the lord was angry, she was really terrified. If she didn't handle this well, not only would she be in trouble, but even her family would be finished.
"My lord, please calm down. This has nothing to do with Yolda. It was my decision to have my father send her over."
"Why?"
August's tone softened a lot. Despite everything, he still gave Hilda considerable trust.
"Because, my lord, I can't bear it alone. It doesn't matter if Hilda is a bit tired, but every time you are not 'satisfied,' it's my negligence."
With these words from Hilda, the previously suppressed atmosphere disappeared without a trace.
August's expression became a bit awkward, and Yolda, who was standing aside, although bowing her head, also blushed.
As a maid, she naturally understood what Hilda meant.
However, the reason for bringing herself here was unexpectedly because of this.
"This is all my own decision. Please forgive Yolda, my lord."
Hilda said, kneeling down. As a maid, making decisions for the master was already a transgression.
"Alright, get up."
"My lord..."
"Let's leave it at that, but only this once."
"Thank you, my lord."
Hilda finally stood up. Yolda, who was watching on the side, was quite surprised.
She never thought that Hilda, who was so favored by this Demon Duke, could even be forgiven for such matters.
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