"Is it about tracking down the Blood Demon Cult? Those bastards dared to use your holy symbol after committing evil deeds, unforgivable!"

Watching the slightly stern girl, Sebastian exclaimed indignantly.

Charlotte looked at him unexpectedly.

"You're quite well-informed."

Sebastian proudly lifted his chin.

"Honorable Lady Charlotte, in the outer city, no one has more information than us in the Rose Society!"

Charlotte nodded slightly.

The Rose Society had considerable influence in the outer city, so what he said was not wrong.

If it weren't for this, she wouldn't have asked him to do this task, nor would she have planned to personally go to the outer city tomorrow.

The situation in the outer city was extremely complex. Without the covert cooperation of the Rose Society, going there as a coveted beautiful heiress could easily lead to trouble.

"Alright, take them downstairs, and also investigate the secrets of these two Blood Cultists. Tell me the results tomorrow."

Charlotte glanced at the two people who had just been kicked several times by Sebastian while he spoke, controlling the urge to twitch her mouth, and said calmly.

She hadn't intended to personally investigate these two newly embraced free mercenaries.

It's not that she didn't want to investigate, but her strength was too weak to handle it.

Even if Sebastian or Nice could seal the powers of the two, Charlotte was worried that the Blood Demon Cult might leave some kind of trap on them.

Embraced Bloodborne with mediocre strength were generally weaker than their embracing "parent," so these two mercenaries, who had reached the first-tier Starry Sky, likely had Bloodborne behind them with strength reaching the second-tier Silver Moon!

Not to mention, if something happened, it would be easy for her to lose face in front of Sebastian and Nice, downgrading her persona...

Right now, she was a revived evil god in the eyes of the two. To maintain her persona, it was better to be cautious.

So, Charlotte simply handed it over to Sebastian. It was convenient and also a way to test his abilities.

Presumably, the boss of an underground gang should be quite skilled at these things, right?

"Alright, your humble servant Sebastian will do his best to fulfill your test task."

Receiving Charlotte's order, Sebastian's eyes lit up, excitedly saying, with a look of eagerness.

Obviously, he regarded the girl's arrangement as a test. After all, how could the legendary True Ancestor, who could inflict heavy injuries on him, herself not be able to handle these trivial matters?

"Also, prepare for tomorrow. I want to personally pick some servants in the outer city."

Charlotte thought for a moment and continued.

Sebastian's eyes instantly lit up, suddenly excited, and quickly stood at attention.

"Please rest assured! Sebastian will make sure you enjoy a perfect experience of feeling at home in the outer city!"

"... I mean, keep a low profile and don't cause me trouble."

Sebastian: ...

His face instantly fell, like a big dog with drooping ears, making Charlotte's eyelids twitch.

Goodness... Did this guy really intend to do something weird?

Under Charlotte's strange gaze, Sebastian pondered for a moment, then smiled elegantly.

"Rest assured, Sebastian will prepare well and ensure that you are not troubled while feeling at home."

Charlotte: ...

For some reason, seeing Sebastian's confident appearance, she had a somewhat bad premonition.

"As long as you know."

"Alright, I'm going to rest now, you go back early too."

Charlotte finished the blood in her goblet and dismissed him.

"Honorable and beautiful Lady Charlotte, your humble servant Sebastian wishes you a wonderful night, and your loyal servant hereby takes his leave..."

Sebastian placed his right hand over his chest, elegantly bowed, and then disappeared into the darkness dragging the four extraordinaries like dead dogs.

Charlotte shook her head slightly and also turned back indoors.

...

The next day was overcast. The sun hid behind heavy clouds, and the glaring sunlight disappeared.

It was just the right weather for someone like Charlotte to go out, and the young girl could even spend more time outdoors.

When Charlotte woke up from her sleep again, the maids, whom she had trained to be almost perfect, had been waiting outside her bedroom for a long time.

"Mistress, please choose your attire for today."

Standing by the window, they held various dresses, respectfully asking the still-yawning girl sitting in bed.

Being the head of the household had its perks.

No need to adhere to a fixed waking time or dress in noble gowns full of girly charm. She could sleep as long as she wanted and wear whatever she pleased.

However, Charlotte still didn't oversleep. She disciplined herself to get up at the usual time.

She overslept on the first day after coming back because she was simply too tired.

In the following days, although she still slept until she woke naturally, it was regulated, and she went to bed and woke up early.

Even if she didn't sleep early yesterday, Charlotte struggled to get up on time today.

To the young girl, self-discipline was a reflection of whether a person could achieve something, because it represented a person's ability to manage and control their desires.

Indulging in desires would only lead to a plunge into the abyss of depravity, and over time, one would be ruined.

"Just this one."

Charlotte casually selected a set of black Gothic dress suitable for going out from the wardrobe.

It had to be said, Gothic dresses matched her quite well. The clothing mostly used vertical lines and folds, showing off the slender and elegant figure, and giving a lightness and fluttering impression.

The dress also showing a combination of intricate folds and simple lines, bore Coria's dark patterns and embroidery, retaining Yunette's corset style, reflecting a noble and mysterious color.

Clearly, Charlotte had become quite accustomed to wearing such dresses.

Humans were truly adaptable and terrifying creatures...

"At your command."

Receiving the order, the maids quickly bustled around and got to work.

Even though Charlotte had simplified the process of grooming and dressing, it still took half an hour after everything was done.

"Mistress, everything is ready."

The maids wheeled in a crystal full-length mirror.

Looking into the mirror, the golden-haired, blue-eyed beautiful girl was extremely charming.

Today, she was still noble and beautiful.

Breakfast was arranged by Casimodo. A cup of sweet milk, a single-sided fried egg, a piece of chocolate and raisin-filled sweet bread.

Charlotte habitually glanced at Casimodo, who quickly introduced.

"The milk is from a membership contract signed with the royal ranch some time ago, at a discounted price, this cup costs around 3 gold Tana."

"The fried egg was just made, it's from the red-winged thunderbirds in the Northern Forest, costing around 5 gold Tana each, imbued with magic and rich in nutrients."

"The sweet bread is special, slightly more expensive, the chocolate comes from Luna Island, the most traditional elven flavor, also imbued with magic, and the raisins are imported from Coria. The total price... is 8 gold Tana."

Charlotte: ...

Alright, a breakfast costs 16 gold Tana, which is equivalent to the monthly allowance of a novice priest...

She had already become numb to the extravagance of the big nobles.

This was still Casimodo's attempt to reduce the dining expenses.

Perhaps... I should find a reliable chef too. Always eating these special foods, most of which are teleportation-delivered by mages, it would be suspicious if the price is cheap!

Charlotte thought to herself.

Of course, although she complained in her heart, the young girl still enjoyed the meal, savoring it with relish.

You get what you pay for. Especially the fried egg and sweet bread, after eating them, Charlotte felt warm all over as if charged with energy.

Watching the young mistress start her meal, Casimodo also secretly breathed a sigh of relief, thinking thankfully that the mistress didn't delve into the issue of the milk too deeply.

After breakfast, the maids cleared the table.

Casimodo respectfully handed the silk napkin to the young girl, then asked.

"Mistress, do you have any plans for today?"

"Today, I'm going to the outer city. Arrange for a carriage for me."

Charlotte replied.

"What? Mistress, you're going to the outer city?"

Casimodo widened his eyes.

After hesitating for a while, he gritted his teeth and reminded.

"Mistress, the outer city is too dangerous, really too dangerous!"

"I heard that another Blood Demon Cult incident happened there yesterday, and the scene was exactly the same as the night at the mansion, filled with evil thorny roses symbol! Going there now... is really too dangerous!"

Charlotte: ...

Evil... symbols... Ridiculous! How is this news spreading so quickly?!

Seeing the not-so-good expression on the girl's face, Casimodo obviously misunderstood and immediately lowered his head.

"Forgive me... mistress, Casimodo overstepped."

"Since you've made your decision, I'm sure you're prepared. Casimodo just wanted to remind you..."

"No worries, I'm well aware. Go prepare the carriage."

Charlotte didn't mind.

Casimodo hesitated for a moment and respectfully took his leave.

In the hall, he called a male servant.

"Go prepare the carriage. Mistress is going to the outer city today. Also, go to the Demon Hunter Bureau and invite Captain Chatham to come along."

Casimodo didn't know yet that a certain captain was destined to lie in bed for a few days.

However, upon hearing the butler's words, the male servant froze, wearing a puzzled expression.

"Master Casimodo, the carriage... isn't it already prepared at the gate of the estate?"

"Prepared?"

Casimodo also froze.

And while they were talking, there was suddenly a commotion outside the door.

Casimodo looked over and saw several young girls in Castell maid uniforms walking elegantly to the door, laying out a long red carpet in front of the door.

Casimodo: ...?