Chapter 68: Do you want to be discovered by Fernina

Alechino's sudden proposal truly surprised Finina. She almost blurted out four consecutive questions unconsciously:

"What? I stay here? Really? Do I want to stay?"

Each word revealed her surprise and uneasiness. Until now, Finina's heart was still shrouded in deep fear of this [servant]. Usually, she tried to avoid direct communication with Alechino, speaking to her as little as possible, and striving for zero contact each day.

Finina had come to Alechino's base camp with great courage, driven by her deep worry for Lin Anyi's safety. For her, this place was a forbidden zone she would have never entered if not for her fear that Lin Anyi might be violated here.

Alechino observed Finina's obvious nervousness and uneasiness, and a barely perceptible smile appeared at the corner of her mouth. She responded slowly:

"Since you are so worried about your husband, why don't you stay and take care of him yourself? Wouldn't that make you feel more at ease?"

Hearing this, Finina grew even more anxious. The fear in her heart and her worry for her husband intertwined, leaving her in a dilemma. She stared at Alechino with a conflicted expression, trying to discern her true intentions from her expression.

In this psychological game, Finina felt she had exposed too many weaknesses, while Alechino, a skillful manipulator, seemed to effortlessly maintain control of the situation.

Taking a deep breath, Finina tried to make her voice sound firmer:

"I... I need to think about it."

"Of course, you can think about it. But no matter what your decision is, I will be here waiting for your reply," Alechino replied with a calm and confident tone, as if she had already foreseen Finina's choice.

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After Fernina left with a look of hesitation, Alecino returned to the bedroom and told Lin Anyi what had just happened.

"What?" Lin Anyi looked at Alecino in astonishment, almost unable to believe her ears. "You actually let Fernina stay in the Hearth House as well?"

"That's right." Alecino nodded slightly, looking complacent. She sat gracefully on the bed, gently pulled Lin Anyi to sit next to her, then wrapped her arms around his waist and held him tightly in her arms. Her voice was low and seductive as she smiled in his ear.

"Fernina is really worried about you. In this case, I will let you and your wife stay in the Hearth House together." She paused, and her voice became softer and more teasing. "In this way, won't you be able to reunite every day? How about me, am I good?"

Lin Anyi: "..."

At this moment, his face was extremely bad. How could he not know what Alecino's purpose was? This person clearly wanted to persecute Fernina, so she let her stay in the Hearth House!

Thinking of this, Lin Anyi's eyes flashed with anger and helplessness. He stared at Alecino and said in a low and firm voice, "You can't do this. At least don't attack Fernina."

Alecino smiled, and her expression seemed always at ease. She gracefully stretched out a hand and pretended to swear, "Anyi, you can rest assured that I will never attack Fernina."

She paused, revealing a cunning look in her eyes, and then said, "In fact, as long as you are obedient, I won't even let her see me attack you. After all, as long as she doesn't find out, there will be no problem, right?"

Lin Anyi frowned, feeling deeply dissatisfied and worried about Alecino's methods.

"Can this also be used as a condition?"

The smile in Alecino's eyes became even more intense. She leaned forward gently, almost able to feel Lin Anyi's breath, and asked back provocatively, "Of course, because it's very important to you, isn't it? Or do you want Fernina to see our little secret?"

"Shut up!" Lin Anyi was furious. He interrupted Alecino with his eyes wide open, his voice low and threatening. "If you dare to say such things again, don't blame me for being desperate!"

Seeing that this was indeed Lin Anyi's weak spot, Alecino patted his shoulder comfortingly, with a hint of cynical ease in her tone.

"Don't worry, don't worry. It was just a joke. I can't do enough to pamper you; how could I really do such a thing?" She paused and continued, "Besides, Fernina hasn't made a decision yet. She will give us an answer tomorrow."

"Besides, this is her own choice. Even as a husband, you have no right to change your wife's decision~"

There was a hint of provocation in Alecino's voice, as if testing Lin Anyi's bottom line.

Lin Anyi was silent. He knew that although Alecino's words were sharp, they were true. He could not change Fernina's decision, so he could only pray silently in his heart.

"Please, Fufu, don't do anything stupid!"

Lin Anyi's heart was full of anxiety and powerlessness. He knew his limitations and understood Alecino's cunning and schemes. At this moment, he could only hope that Fernina would have enough judgment and not be fooled by Alecino's sweet words.

Unfortunately, most of the time, things would go against one's wishes.

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The next morning, Fernina staggered to the Hearth House. Her face looked extremely tired, and the dark circles under her eyes were so deep that it made people feel distressed. It was clear she had tossed and turned all night, and the long struggle had made it nearly impossible for her to close her eyes.

"You came really early, Fernina." Alecino had a playful smile on the corner of her mouth. "How have you considered it?"

Alecino continued to ask, with a sly light flashing in her eyes. When she saw Fernina coming to see her, Alecino already understood the other party's decision. However, she had a bad taste and wanted to hear Fernina's answer in person.

Fernina took a deep breath and answered in a slightly weak voice, "Tsk... When Anyi stays in the Hearth House, I will stay here with him."

Although her words were simple, they revealed a firm determination.

Then, without hesitation, she put forward her own conditions. "However, while we are here, you must let us stay together as husband and wife!"

There was an unquestionable firmness in Fernina's eyes, and her tone became more resolute.

As soon as these words came out, the smile on Alecino's face disappeared immediately. Oh, she had kept Fernina here just to help her and Lin Anyi have more fun. How could she really let them get along as husband and wife? Wouldn't that ruin her plans?