Chapter 329

〈 Episode 329 〉 Murderous Impulse #2

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A throne-like plush chair,

Warm water soaking my feet,

Devoted believers massaging my legs,

And finally, the delicious cake made by Priest Kim Minji.

Utterly satisfying.

As I was munching on the cake, Adele glanced downward.

“Believer Song Hye-yoon.”

“Yes, Saintess.”

“How is the missionary work progressing?”

“I have a friend who was born into the faith, and I’ve successfully piqued her interest. I plan to arrange a meeting soon to explain the doctrines of the Tairat Church.”

Mmm…! Good!

Since she’s a believer who used to attend church, she’s performing her duties excellently.

“You do understand that this must be done discreetly, right?”

“Of course.”

Adele nodded in satisfaction and then called Yusera.

“Believer Yusera.”

“Yes… Saintess…”

“Believer Yusera, has your missionary work not yielded any significant results yet?”

“I-I’m currently laundering my identity and have joined Song Hye-yoon’s church… If you just give me some time, I’ll quickly blend in…”

“Do you want to receive compensation again?”

At those words, Yusera flinched and bowed her head.

“Saintess…! I-I’ll work harder…! Please forgive me…!”

Hmm! This bitch has no results.

Even if I were to administer compensation immediately, it wouldn’t be enough, but considering Yusera’s past, there’s a bit of room for leniency.

Given that she was a petty thief, it’s likely she had no trustworthy humans around her.

So, giving her another chance might not be a bad idea.

“If you don’t want to end up in that tiny wall prison again, you’ll have to do much better than this. Understood?”

“Yes…! Yes! Thank you…!”

After scolding Yusera harshly, Adele leaned back in her chair.

Having enjoyed a long, heartfelt massage, she received a message from Silvia.

[Adele, where are you?］

[I’m getting a massage.（*´▽｀*）］

[A massage…? Why all of a sudden?］

[Because I wanted one. Why did you contact me?］

[No… I just felt lonely…］

My sister is such a mess.

Since Jihyuk’s malice took hold, her dependency on me seems to have gotten quite severe.

This is proof that my magical power is leading a bitch like Silvia.

If she keeps showing this side of herself, I might grant her special permission to do naughty things with Jihyuk under my supervision.

But no insertion.

Feeling even better, Adele wiggled her fingers.

[I’ll just finish the massage and come. Wait a bit.］

[How long? I’m really bored right now…］

[(,,·？·,,） Fine, I’ll come right away. It’ll take about 20 minutes. You can wait that long, right?］

[Yeah.］

After finishing the chat, Adele tapped the heads of the two believers.

They then took out towels and began carefully drying Adele’s wet legs.

My sister would be happy to receive such service too…

Come to think of it, it’s been a while since I’ve done any external activities with her.

Is there a way to let her enjoy both education and pleasure at the same time…

‘Hmm…’

Mmm… I feel like I’m getting some inspiration.

Something that would satisfy Silvia, satisfy Jihyuk, and satisfy me to some extent.

After being attended to and changing clothes, Adele left a message for Minji.

[Find me a safe aphrodisiac with no aftereffects by tomorrow morning.］

[Understood, Saintess.］

She must be focusing all her attention on me, as the reply came instantly.

Minji truly has the qualities to be the most loyal apostle.

With a sinister smile, Adele spoke to Yusera and Song Hye-yoon.

“Do any of you have a license?”

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[Hello, Silvia Reeves? I noticed you haven’t been coming to the gym lately. Is everything okay?］

[This is the manager of Strongest Boxing Center. If the fees are a burden, I can let you use the facilities for free. Just come out to me. I’ll also provide boxing shoes, gloves, and hand wraps for free, just for you, Silvia.］

After not showing up at several gyms for a few days, the messages exploded.

I can roughly guess why they’re doing this.

If there’s a pretty girl, the number of members skyrockets, so they want to keep her.

‘Trash…’

After deleting and blocking nearly ten messages, Silvia leaned her head back on the sofa.

Lately, she’s been feeling a bit anxious from not being able to meet Rosario.

Despite collecting divine energy almost every day, Rosario hasn’t descended to her since that day.

‘Why is that…?’

Is it because I’ve been influenced by Tairat? That can’t be it.

Even before being influenced, Rosario only gave one oracle and then went silent.

Or did he just give up? Is it because I’ve been dragging my feet for so long after receiving the oracle?

That possibility seems quite likely.

Feeling down, Silvia tapped her device.

Whoosh!

Transformation is the perfect action when you have complicated thoughts.

See, all the random thoughts are already gone.

Remaining energy: 23%.

I also transformed earlier to watch a movie, and since I used a lot then, this is all that’s left.

Beep beep, clunk!

While quietly waiting, Adele came in.

Carrying two large bags in her hands.

“You were transformed? Why?”

Quickly undoing her transformation, Silvia replied.

“Just… feeling a bit restless.”

“Restless? You also said you were lonely earlier… Is something wrong?”

“Not really… What’s in your hands?”

Groaning, Adele went to the dining table and placed the bags on it.

“Alcohol. Beer, soju… even vodka.”

“Alcohol…?”

“I thought I’d have a drink with you after so long. If you have any worries today, let’s talk them out honestly.”

Her heart is in the right place, but alcohol… and vodka…

The amount she bought is insane.

I’m starting to suspect she’s trying to kill me by drowning me in alcohol.

As she helped Adele take out the alcohol, Silvia asked.

“Are we supposed to drink all this…?”

“Sister, you’re so silly. How could we drink all this? I just bought a variety.”

“Really…? No snacks?”

“The snacks at home should be enough. Now, let’s bond while watching TV.”

Silvia burst out laughing at Adele’s slightly old-fashioned way of speaking.

Covering her mouth as she giggled, Adele frowned deeply.

“What’s so funny? Am I ridiculous?”

“Ridiculous? Not at all. I just like it… Sorry if I upset you.”

“It was a joke. Now, set the table.”

Adele’s commanding tone was very natural.

If it were someone else, I’d be quite annoyed… but since we’ve been through so much together, I don’t feel any resistance.

In fact, I even like it. It feels like she doesn’t see me as difficult.

“Got it.”

Quickly going to the sofa, Silvia pressed a hidden button inside the armrest.

With the sound of machinery, a table rose from under the sofa.

At just the right height to reach chest level when seated.

After placing the alcohol and snacks on it, Adele sat on the sofa and turned on the TV.

On the screen, a group of scholarly-looking men and women were having a serious discussion about Beast Slayers.

The show’s name was [In-Depth Analysis of Beast Slayers].

Sitting next to Adele, Silvia furrowed her brow.

She couldn’t understand why they were borrowing their names without permission and holding discussions.

Adele popped open a beer with a loud *crack* and said,

“Shows like that always annoy me.”

Silvia, who was about to agree with Adele, paused.

She wanted to understand her sister’s feelings.

“…Why?”

“Such discussions always bring criticism, right?”

“Right.”

“The fact that criticism exists is proof that they’re wrong. Instead of praising us for saving people from demons, they criticize us?”

Most of the criticism towards Beast Slayers was about property damage.

The indiscriminate destruction of buildings.

But that’s an unavoidable part.

I’m fine since I don’t fight like that, but Adele, Sehwa, and Yuria are different.

They need to deliver effective attacks against demons, and their weapons and fighting styles inevitably lead to collateral damage.

Unless they’re fighting in an open field.

That’s why the complaints arise.

The people who actually suffer damage are satisfied with the headquarters and the World Union’s response.

From free medical treatment for injuries to providing equivalent housing if their homes are destroyed, and generous compensation.

They provide such thorough support, so it’s hard to understand why third parties are complaining.

“Those people can even have discussions like that because of us. If it weren’t for the Beast Slayers, Earth would have been doomed long ago.”

I completely understand Adele’s feelings.

If it weren’t for us, they’d be dead by now…

The famous movie line, “If you keep being kind, they’ll take it as their right,” resonates deeply.

It’s infuriating.

I want to educate everyone sitting at that round table, pouring out criticism.

Not just a beating, but a life-threatening education.

Only then will they come to their senses. Humans don’t change unless their lives are at stake.

But if I lose my temper now, Adele might completely lose control.

My sister is someone with extreme mood swings, and she’s in a bad state right now.

Forcing a smile, Silvia picked up a beer can and said,

“Shall we toast?”

“Ah… Sister, you’re so carefree. Fine, let’s toast.”

Carefree, huh…

I’m so busy worrying about Jihyuk and you every day that I don’t have enough time.

Thinking that, Silvia clinked her beer can with Adele’s.

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After receiving Marcella’s report, I slightly opened my mouth.

“Adele asked for what…?”

Did I hear that right?

“That… she asked me to find a safe aphrodisiac with no aftereffects by tomorrow morning…”

I heard right.

“Why…?”

“I don’t know… Since Adele dislikes backtalk, I just said I’d do it…”

There’s no reason for Adele to use an aphrodisiac on me.

Is she planning to use it on Silvia? Probably.

But what does she plan to do after feeding it to her…?

Adele sometimes does things that are hard to figure out.

But I’m curious, so I’ll get it for her.

Just not the ones circulating on the market.

“Make it yourself.”

“What format should I make it in?”

“Hmm… Safe but potent… That should do.”

“It shouldn’t be addictive, right…?”

“Right. If it’s addictive, it’s not an aphrodisiac, it’s just a drug. Make it and hand it over to me.”

“Yes, understood.”

Lately, Adele seems to want to discipline Silvia with love…

Is she planning to do something while Silvia is dazed by the aphrodisiac?

It’s an absurd thought, but with Adele, it’s entirely possible.

I’ll have to ask her what she’s planning when I deliver it.

Buzz­!

Speak of the devil, a message from Adele came in.

[(­）］

A meaningful wink emoticon.

It feels like she’s telling me to expect something.

Are you planning to involve me too…? This just makes me more curious.

Our Adele… What kind of sinister scheme are you plotting?

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