44. Really?

Lalatina's soft skin, her heaving chest, her breath—everything was so perfect. Noah felt it, while slowly speaking.

"The images, the memories in your mind are unnecessary distractions right now, you need to get rid of them."

Just as his fingertips were about to touch those enticing, round mounds, her breathing slowed down, then returned to normal. The room was silent, except for her gentle, butterfly-like breaths. Noah could hear her heart beating steadily in her chest. A sense of discomfort arose. The feeling of excitement and thrill was gone. It was as if he had fallen from a great height.

What am I doing?! How could I take advantage of her trust like this?

Looking at the young woman, dressed in thin clothing, her eyes closed, lying on his bed in a position that offered herself completely...

Noah swallowed, and with it, the bit of morality that had surfaced. He told himself firmly, She will surely pant for me once more.

Then, Noah slowly moved his fingertips up her shoulder, then along both her palms. He continued along her body, down to her soles, and finally ending at her stomach. During this process, she shivered a few times and blushed, but managed to calm herself. This made Noah admire her greatly. A girl who could conquer her own body's reactions was truly impressive. He silently vowed that she would willingly offer herself to him.

"Well done. Later, with the help of Aurelius Liora or Luna Hart, the process will go faster. Then, you'll be able to focus without being distracted by random thoughts."

Lalatina, her eyes clear, thought for a moment before asking, "Master, is everyone usually this focused?"

Noah wasn't entirely sure but still replied, "I don't know about others. But just now, your thoughts were too chaotic, so I used this method. Now, you've learned to concentrate on just one thing. Once you get used to it, when you feel confused, try focusing on your breath, your pulse, and so on... But the main point is that your mind will become clearer."

"Oh, before anything else, fix your clothes. I'll step outside for a bit."

Stepping outside, the weather had warmed slightly. It was probably close to noon. What should I do now? I wonder how Luna Hart is doing.

...

In a nearby room where the three maids stayed, Luna Hart and Aurelius Liora sat around a beautiful woman, who was dressed in a gold-colored outfit, with a slim waist and full chest. On her head was a delicate golden hairpin. Every movement, every smile exuded a charm unmatched by the young women next to her.

Kim Lian reminisced. Ever since she was injured and left with only her soul, she had initially planned to take over the body of this child. But in the end, she couldn't do it. Watching the child slowly grow, she had long since regarded Luna Hart as her granddaughter.

After helping this girl escape danger many times, she had fallen into extreme weakness, entering a deep sleep. Reconstructing her body had always been an impossibly far-fetched idea.

But then... here she was, with her physical body fully restored. Normally, such a feat would take an immense amount of time and effort, not to mention her case. Yet, with just a word from him, it had been done. Such means... And this place, with its tokens, games, rules, and rewards...

Sitting on the bed, Kim Lian gently took Luna Hart's hand and advised, "Little Hart, you must always obey the master. He is a man of clear grace and power, who sees through the world. He showed us mercy and took us in. Otherwise, we'd still be living miserably."

"Madam, I know. But how did you connect with the token so quickly...?"

Aurelius Liora, sitting nearby, curiously joined in. "Madam Kim, I want to know too. I've never seen anyone gain recognition from the token so fast."

Kim Lian fondly patted Aurelius Liora's silky black hair, smiling. "Oh my, whose daughter is this, so sweet and obedient? After today, grandmother will love you even more, and I won't let anyone bully you. I'll definitely repay you for helping me today."

Being patted on the head and pinched on the cheek, Aurelius Liora pouted. "Madam Kim, you're bullying me, and so are the older sisters. Why do you all love to bully me? If you enjoy teasing so much, go pick on the master instead. I swear, if any of you manage to bully him, I'll let you do whatever you want to me."

"Really?"

Noah, who had been standing outside without anyone noticing, spoke up, with Lalatina now properly dressed, standing behind him.