Chapter 24 - A Frightened Kitten
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"Uncle! Uncle! Pwease! Pwease! Can we take this pretty big sister with us?
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nThe boy blinked his eyes innocently and asked with an extremely adorable expression, one that could even melt a stone.
nSylvia nervously gulped. Uncle? This devil had such a cute nephew?
nThe boy shared Mikel's delicate features and that coupled with his slightly chubby appearance, he looked absolutely charming.
nMikel turned his head away from the puppy dog eyes begging him. He sighed and rubbed his temples.
nHe had never been able to say no to this nephew of his.
nThe boy had lost both his parents at a very young age and now lived with a distant relative, only occasionally visiting Mikel.
nSo even though it was risky, the man couldn't deny the child's simple wish and reluctantly agreed with a faint nod and a warm smile.
nSylvia's ocean blue eyeballs almost popped out seeing such a tender and caring expression on his face.
nWell, he had indeed revealed a similar expression to her the other night but this time she could tell that it was real and not fake.
nHearing Mikel's response, the small kid was instantly overjoyed and grinned ear to ear.
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"Who is dis, uncle Mike?
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nThe boy ran over to the devil and swung back and forth playfully holding the man's arm.
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"She is my slave.
" Mikel curtly replied, ruffling the child's neatly groomed auburn hair.
nThe two continued to walk out of the kitchen and Sylvia had no idea what she was supposed to do now.
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"Follow them, dearie. Quick. Quick. Follow them.
" Jane nudged her as if she could read her mind.
nSylvia looked at her and swallowed nervously before heading out.
nBut Jane pulled her back before she could take another step and quietly whispered in her ear with an urgency.
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"About the thing that you asked me. Never speak of it again. His highness does not like it.
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"His magic talent is very mediocre and no one talks about it or gossips about it.
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"Do you understand, girl?
" Jane warned her.
nShe didn't want the pitiful woman to get into any more trouble than she already had.
nSylvia absentmindedly nodded, several thoughts swirling in her mind as soon as she heard Jane's warning.
nIf the devil was weak… then maybe…
nThe small flame of hope that flickered in her heart suddenly sizzled and crackled, surging brightly.
nHer eyes twinkled with hidden mirth and the woman hurried along to catch up with the two devils walking out of the kitchen quarters.
nAnd as she neared them, she pushed down her pants, trying her best to remain invisible.
nShe was still afraid that the devil would remember what had happened last night and didn't want to risk jogging his memories.
nHowever, the man had noticed her small expressions from the corner of his eyes, though he continued walking casually.
nAfter a while, the small kid, Cassius chirped happily.
"Uncle, Wat for me. I need to visit the potty.
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nSylvia blushed instantly at the kid's straightforwardness, while Mikel ruffled his hair again, nodding his head.
nHe watched the kid hop and run, adjusting his trousers in an embarrassing but adorable way.
nSylvia as well smiled at his goofiness, forgetting for a moment that she was now alone with the devil.
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"Having fun, are we?
" A chilling voice sounded, bringing her back to reality.
nThe man who was warm and gentle as the bright sun suddenly turned cold and frosty, eying her with an unfathomable gaze.
nHe took a step forward, making Sylvia stumble as she took a corresponding step back.
nShe would have fallen too if not for the wall behind her and when her back did bang against the long corridor wall, the man stood in front of her, his eyes as cold as ever.
nHe placed his palm on the wall next to Sylvia's head and leaned forward till her eyes widened in panic.
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"There seems to be something different about you today?
" he asked her.
nSylvia instantly stiffened, trying her best to keep her face passive and not give away anything.
nShe held down her internal turmoil and innocently answered.
"I am not sure, your highness.
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"Really?
" Mikel's lips curved upwards in amusement. He edged closer, while simultaneously blocking her exit with his other palm.
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"But you look like a frightened kitten.
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nThe man's lips almost touched hers as he mouthed his words, his eyes peering into the depth of her soul.
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"And a frightened kitten is always hiding something.
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nSylvia closed her eyes, unable to bear his scrutiny any longer.
nThe knot in her throat traveled up and down as she tried to calm her nerves.
nShe wanted to lift her hand and land a tight slap on the bastard.
nHow does he know what a frightened kitten looks like? Does he rear cats in his free time like an old lady?
nShe rolled her closed eyes and sighed, hoping that the devil would let her go soon.
nShe could feel the man's warm breath beating down on her and it made her crazy.
nAnd while she was concerned with this tingling warmth, the man's hand suddenly shifted, landing right on top of her chest.
nSylvia's eyes flashed open in shock.
nThe damned bastard was once again groping her!
nThis guy definitely had weird fetishes, one with cats and one with her breasts!!!
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