Chapter 20: Chapter 20: It was precisely such a hand that led me out of Hell
Grace Brent.
The future Saint of the Church of Glory and Justice.
A girl born into a farming family in the Ense Empire.
To put it bluntly, her journey from a shepherd orphan to a church saintess is nothing short of miraculous.
In the previous era, there were similar achievements, but that was in the realm of the Five Virtues tale.
"Only short people, women, and foreigners can save Country F," was what they said about that woman, the real saint Joan pursued by the church.
If Louis were an onlooker, meeting such a woman, he might have to praise, "Heroes in this world are truly as numerous as carp crossing the river"...
The premise being it had nothing to do with her and Louis’s death.
Why was the Revolutionary Army able to spread fire across the Ense Empire so quickly?
It had to do with occupying the moral high ground.
What is justice?
Slaying the false emperor with no royal blood yet occupying the throne, now that’s justice.
What is winning hearts?
The Saint of the God of Glory and Justice fighting alongside them, now that’s winning hearts.
Guessing that there were also some insignificant ones stirring trouble, one could say that the original owner being overthrown was not unjustified.
"But what does it have to do with me, whoever wants to send me to the guillotine, I will end their life!"
Louis took a deep breath.
How to perfectly resolve this "saint" who caused him so much pain?
Suddenly, the image of William Sean flashed in his mind, and he couldn’t help but show a dangerous smile.
Got it!
"Hehehe... I truly look forward to our next meeting, Lady Grace..."
However, the priority right now was to see how much surprise this future diary could bring him this time.
Just as he thought this, he heard the maid knocking at the door:
"Your Highness Louis, Lady Beatrice is requesting your presence...
...
Fifteen minutes later.
[Location: Tino City · White Tower · B4 Experimental Area]
After the two got off the carriage, Beatrice, supported by Louis as she dismounted, said:
"How does it feel to step into the White Tower again?"
Louis shook his head: "Not so good, even a bit tense."
The big wife called him here to let him witness Limuru’s first evolution personally.
Although all the data models from the White Tower Mage side indicated that there was not a ten out of ten chance, it was at least ninety-eight percent.
But isn’t there still a possibility of failed evolution?
So being nervous is understandable.
Just as his expression became a bit agitated, a distinctly knuckled hand was extended toward him.
It was Beatrice.
"Need to hold it?"
Confused, Louis looked up and saw Beatrice’s brisk smile:
"I know you don’t like the White Tower, maybe even feel tense due to being an experiment subject before.
If you feel doubt and unease, just hold my hand and we will walk together."
Louis took another glance at her extended hand, steeled himself, and held it directly.
Is the big wife thinking of his original ordeal, worrying he might recall those haunting scenes?
Although it’s a misunderstanding... fortunately, it’s a good one!
"Pah, I just don’t want to refuse the big wife’s kindness!"
Beatrice smiled, winked, and said:
"In front of others, it looks somewhat like an engaged couple now."
In that moment, Louis suddenly felt she was a bit childish.
Just like a little girl who picked up a glass bead, eager to share this joy with others.
Having lived twice, it’s the first time he’s held a girl’s hand.
Cool, a bit fleshy, yet he could also feel a certain resilience in her palm.
"Might be a bit rough." Beatrice suddenly said, "I’ve practiced martial skills a lot, so my hands aren’t as delicate as other noble ladies’.
Louis didn’t look at her, just tightened his grip slightly, and said calmly:
"It was these very hands that brought me out of Hell."
Unconsciously, Beatrice lowered her head, her earlobes a bit red.
Just when she was about to say something, there came a series of footsteps behind them.
Accompanied by a cheer of "Sister Wang~", our little swan came up from behind to hug Beatrice.
A light bump broke the hand holding the two together, and Louis was surprised to see the little swan sticking out her tongue at him.
... Even more childish than a middle schooler.
Hmm, but more mature than a college student.
"Sister Wang..."
Olivia, full of smiles, hugged Beatrice’s slender waist.
After forcefully interrupting their intimate atmosphere, the little swan cheerfully said:
"How’s that, I handled the investigation pretty well this time, right?"
Beatrice ruffled her fluffy blond hair: "You’ve done a great job, Olivia."
Olivia couldn’t stop smiling.
Previously, she had always stayed in the Imperial Palace because of her poor health, but recently she’s been much healthier (actually, she found out how to treat her illness), and as soon as she came out, she did something big!
This type of showcasing in front of others, indeed...
Is satisfying!
Hm, although she hasn’t solved the root issue of magic waste this time.
But it doesn’t matter, the confusing country also lacks coping methods, that’s her victory!
In the past life, they laughed at her as "the princess with no contribution"!
Hmph!
Big Water!
She couldn’t wait to look at Beatrice:
"Sister Wang, if you’re going to reward me, why come to the White Tower?"
Couldn’t we just stay at home (meaning the Imperial Palace) and be close?
Why make a special trip to the White Tower?
Beatrice nodded:
"This time with the National Waste Disposal Plant issue, you both indeed have made great contributions."
"Although the waste issue hasn’t been solved yet, a satisfactory plan is already in place."
"If there’s any reward you want, feel free to tell Sister Wang."
Raised up!
The smile on the little swan’s lips widened!
Never before has there been such a wonderful start ...
Her gaze suddenly swept toward Louis.
Why is this annoying guy here too?
Interrupting her getting praises with Sister Wang.
However!
Just as the little swan was feeling triumphant, Beatrice’s words made her shiver:
"Today we mainly came to resolve the magic waste issue, Louis’s solution is about to make great contributions."
Little Swan: ???
Wait, wait!
Did I mishear?
Who’s going to make great contributions?
It can’t be the confusing country, right?!
Impossible! Absolutely impossible!
Olivia’s hair stood up slowly.
The little swan only felt her soles heating up, nearly leaping:
"Wha-what solution?"
Beatrice smiled and said: "Speaking of it, we have to thank you for preparing so many slimes in advance.
Louis accidentally discovered the method to evolve slimes into giant slimes.
With the slimes you bought back as evolutionary material, his slime’s ability to digest magic waste can be maximized.
No doubt, the disposal plant issue will also need him to conclude."
Just discussing this, the three walking through a large experimental area couldn’t help but look towards the scene in the field.
The slime Limuru, which had already swollen to human height, directly devoured the last slime on the field.
"Please, don’t do this..." Olivia let out a faint wail.
"You’re just an ordinary slime, why work so hard?"
But the Limuru from Louis’s house apparently had its own ideas.
As a large amount of Demon Cores rapidly converged inside it, magical protective measures in the experimental area were activated.
A sense of danger that caused a slight prickling on the skin of those present gradually spread from Limuru’s body.
"It’s achieved the exemplar level... just like that?"
A white-bearded mage watching over the experiment uncontrollably let out a word of praise.