Diary of Guarding Monster Girls-Chapter 551 - 327 Just Want Thoughts Not to Slip (5K, Extra - s 116, 117)

Chapter 551: 327 Just Want Thoughts Not to Slip (5K, Extra Chapters 116, 117)

The current situation with Herbert and the two Monster Girls is quite abstract.

As an unconventional Paladin, Herbert has never been some moral saint, nor has he ever declared any pure-hearted manifesto.

On the contrary, he has never shied away from his own greed.

And Eliza and the others are well aware of this and don’t find it problematic.

Eliza herself is a latecomer, and even if she were to get angry, it wouldn’t be her turn to explode first; she’d have to queue up and wait for the ones in front to finish.

But the problem is, the one at the front of the line, Miss Hungry Dragon, doesn’t care about such trifles at all.

So, Herbert actually doesn’t feel much guilt, and neither does Eliza.

Even though their relationship could be exposed to others on the spot without any issue, it’s not considered a big deal.

Yet now, it seems like Svanni, who hasn’t officially taken her position, has forcibly created a sense of betrayal.

Yes, a freaking "sense of betrayal"!

She clearly hasn’t made any substantial progress, yet she stirs people’s hearts with her presence.

It’s just that the Dark Elf’s talent in this regard is indeed undeniable.

Other people’s efforts, which they are proud of, really pale in front of genuine talent.

After admiring the scenic view over there, Eliza cleaned up her side too, and playfully bit with her teeth.

Though the bite was too gentle, almost like a scratch, conveying more of a coquettish tone than dissatisfaction.

It’s not about saying—why are you doing such a thing?

It’s about saying—why are you only doing such a thing?

Herbert understood the meaning in her eyes but didn’t respond to it at the moment. He withdrew his fingers and answered the previous question, "You ask about my relationship with Svanni? Well, of course, it’s different."

"We’ve been through such tough battles on this journey, overcoming crises together, our feelings have definitely deepened."

Herbert added, "Moreover, she used to hide her identity, so I couldn’t have much interaction with her."

He explained logically, with seemingly reasonable points.

Although Eliza still felt something was a bit off, she accepted this explanation and went back to continue chatting with Svanni.

After getting rid of Miss Vampire, Herbert turned to look at the compartment of the carriage.

Click.

It seemed coincidental, or perhaps noticing Herbert’s gaze, the small window of the compartment gently closed.

Herbert couldn’t help but smile lightly at this ear-plugging act.

"Interesting."

The internal space of the carriage was expanded by Svanni using materials scavenged from Malagas City, allowing the grey Dwarves to create six compartments.

And currently, inside that compartment...is Teresa.

This half-bloodline girl has remained in a serpent-like form since her revival, constantly trying to adapt to her bloodline power to actively transform back into human form.

The scene of him playing around with Eliza apparently coincidentally fell into her eyes.

It’s just uncertain how much of those little movements this little fellow saw?

However, Herbert needed to complain a bit... although he habitually regarded Teresa as a little girl, it was his unilateral wish.

After inquiring about her specific age, he reluctantly found out that she was indeed a few months older than him.

However, due to being a half-bloodline, she looked younger, resembling a fifteen or sixteen-year-old at most.

Darn, a fake sister!

Of course, Herbert was just casually complaining, as age doesn’t really matter to him.

Which one of the Monster Girls he’s encountered is truly young?

Ah, at critical moments, it’s all the same~

All are my dear sisters.

"Hehe~"

Herbert looked deeply at the compartment, then lightly chuckled as he withdrew his gaze.

He didn’t go over to seal Teresa’s lips on the spot; instead, he deliberately pretended not to notice—he was truly in no rush.

Teresa couldn’t escape.

She had already lost her place of refuge, with no village to return to.

Even though Teresa mentioned she still had a father, she temporarily didn’t want to meet him.

Is it that she doesn’t want to show her monstrous form to her family?

Or is it that their relationship is not good, and they’re having a spat?

Herbert didn’t know, and being empathetic, he didn’t probe further.

He allowed her request to stay by his side and invited her to his Elda Territory.

Since you can’t find a place to stay for now, how about coming to my territory?

The girl’s answer, naturally, was affirmative.

"I am willing... to join the Elda Territory." Teresa’s delighted expression at that time pleased Herbert for quite some time.

"Ah, thinking about it, with this, she becomes the second official population of the Elda Territory?"

"Speaking of which, did Steven ever find his daughter? If he doesn’t come back in the end... well, it doesn’t matter whether he comes back or not."

Herbert thought of that unfortunate Adventurer but wasn’t too concerned.

The opportunity he offered was a sincere gesture, as far as showing benevolence goes.

It depends on whether Steven can seize it.

Having a link with Herbert would undoubtedly be a life-changing opportunity for Steven.

Steven knew this opportunity was immensely rare, but ultimately, he decided to give it up for his daughter.

Touched by his paternal love, Herbert gave him an additional chance.

"I hope in the end he can come back with his daughter as promised, and not let me down."