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Chapter 538 Girls - I
Seraphina is about to leave, and the Garden has hastily arranged a small gathering to prepare for this event.
The journey of the young Beast King, from its inception to its conclusion, and the events that unfold, are of no concern to Ansel. Even if fate dictates that Seraphina's journey may sow seeds of future adversity, Ansel is willing to let her pursue her heart's desire.
Informing the Garden is merely to ensure they are prepared, to make arrangements in advance, including but not limited to, covertly disguising Seraphina's identity and erasing her traces as much as possible.
For Ansel, since Seraphina seeks to temper herself, he must ensure this trial is flawless and untainted by extraneous factors. Moreover, he always takes Saville with him on his excursions, so he never intended for Seraphina to travel alone. However... the single-minded Miss Wolf is unlikely to notice the Garden's people.
Seraphina's punch to the Empress's face, though unprecedented, is known only to the fifth-stage extraordinary beings who dared to spy on the battlefield that night. During her time with Ansel, her character has become much more composed, and she is unlikely to cause significant trouble, making the aftermath manageable.
The Garden will thus only need to allocate a few people, two or three at most, without affecting their main tasks.
Ansel is also giving Rhine an opportunity, as Seraphina's importance to him is undeniable. The Garden's success in this matter would be a significant merit.
Rhine's considerations are not wrong, but it is too eager and overstepping.
— To think that Ansel would favor Shadewell in the choice of the Head of Devouring due to frequent using them in the Western lands is absurd.
Bringing Marlina into the fray to balance this nonexistent influence is also unwise... However, which beast in this world would not covet the power bestowed by Hydral?
Ansel never allows people from his own force to be troubled — Shadewell will naturally provide many conveniences in the Western territory, but the Garden can also assist the invaluable Seraphina. Ultimately, it is a competition of abilities.
This method is far more equitable than trying to place a secretary by Ansel's side.
Fortunately, the scheming cat lady did not make a mistake due to her greed and minor foolishness.
Moreover, the cat did not target Marlina specifically. In fact... it recognized her. If it were someone else, it wouldn't have come personally.
Rhine tilted its head, scrutinizing Marlina for a while, then meowed, "It can't end like this... Here, stretch out your hand."
Marlina obediently extended her hand, and Rhine placed a paw pad on the back of her hand, saying, "This mark allows you to contact me anytime. If you need anything, just let me know, even now."
Rhine believed Marlina was perceptive and knew the limits of asking for compensation. Naturally, the original deal was void.
From Rhine's, and an objective perspective, this was nothing. The original deal was already a boon for Marlina, even if it required significant effort. Since she gained many benefits without prior cost and received compensation for a minor mistake, it was more than fair.
"Thank you very much, Miss Rhine," Marlina slightly bowed her head to Rhine, her tone filled with gratitude and respect, which was pleasing to the ear. "It's just a small matter. I haven't paid any price, so this compensation is entirely unnecessary."
The gentle and serene girl smiled like a blooming flower, her pure kindness swaying hearts, her modesty and simplicity making it hard to harbor ill thoughts.
Rhine was pleased to hear its thoughts spoken aloud. The praise for Marlina in the report submitted to Ansel was not merely to recommend her as Ansel's secretary; the cat lady genuinely admired Marlina, appreciating her abilities, talent, resilience, and...
Her humble recognition of the times and her docile acceptance of her position.
Garden had few members, but each was a difficult-to-manage genius. Rhine became the person in charge purely due to its formidable strength, and disciplining this unruly bunch was a troublesome task.
Among these restless individuals, some even longed for its position... Now, the appearance of such a well-behaved, obedient, and sensible girl naturally endeared Marlina to Rhine.
"Compensation is necessary, so don't refuse me," Rhine said, waving its paw cheerfully.
"Next time there's a similar opportunity, I'll still come to you. Well, hehe... for such personal matters, a reliable girl like you, Marlina, is indeed the best choice."
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