Alex paused, slowly turned around, a cold smile on his lips: “What is it?
Is there a problem?” “Whose subordinate are you?” The Fatui member looked up and gave him a deep look.
Alex thought for a moment, let go of the little girl’s hand, and stepped forward, “I am Lord Damselette’s man.” Hearing this, a hint of hesitation flashed in the Fatui’s eyes, “As far as I know, that Lord rarely interacts with others…” “So, you think I’m lying to you?” Alex asked back calmly, his tone growing colder.
At the same time, the Delusion at his waist flickered quietly, emitting an eerie, ghostly light.
The Fatui didn’t press further, only showing a troubled expression: “I’m short of a high-quality experimental subject here; it’ll be hard to explain to Lord Dottore.” Alex looked up and pointed to the man lying on the ground groaning in pain not far away, “An experimental subject, isn’t he right there?” “But…” The Fatui’s gaze fell on the little girl again, but she eventually swallowed her words.
Without knowing the other’s identity, she didn’t want to cause offense easily.
Moreover, that Damselette Harbinger was deeply favored by the Tsaritsa.
“Any more questions?” Alex asked indifferently.
The Fatui replied: “No.” Alex turned and walked toward the little girl waiting for him.
Taking her slightly cold hand, he walked forward.
After walking some distance, he turned his head to the girl beside him and asked softly: “Do you have any family you can go to?” The girl shook her head timidly: “No.” “Oh.” Alex responded casually, his gaze returning to the front, his dark eyes gradually becoming distant.
He had gotten himself into a big mess.
If she knew, she would definitely call him a fool again.
However, after being scolded so much, he had gotten used to it.
While lost in thought, he arrived at his destination—the House of the Hearth.
This was a solemn-looking apartment building.
Various flowers and plants were planted all around, swaying gently in the breeze, adding a touch of tenderness to the cold building.
Alex held the little girl’s hand, walked to the door, and knocked gently.
After a short while, the door slowly opened.
The one who opened the door was a cat-eared youth with delicate features.
He wore a black tight-fitting magic dress, his long legs wrapped in sheer black stockings, which outlined a graceful figure while also exuding a sense of playfulness.
“Alex, why is it you?” The youth frowned slightly and asked with a hint of aloofness.
Alex didn’t answer but crouched down and said gently to the little girl beside him: “This is your Big Brother Lynette, quickly call him Big Brother!” “Big Brother!
My name is Alex.” After hearing this, the little girl immediately looked up and called out obediently.
Lynette was stunned, then glared at Alex in annoyance, his pink cat ears suddenly standing up: “Alex!
You bastard!
Why do you always bring trouble to the House of the Hearth?!” “I didn’t want to, either,” Alex spread his hands helplessly, “I just had a’saintly heart’ moment and couldn’t stand seeing such a small child used as experimental material.” After listening, Lynette roughly understood the situation, and his tone softened slightly, “This matter needs Father to decide.
Follow me!” Before he finished speaking, he turned around and walked forward, his long, thin cat tail swaying gently with his steps.
Alex’s gaze unconsciously followed that tail.
Lynette keenly noticed his gaze, bit his lip, and secretly decided— If he got the chance in the future, he would definitely teach this guy a lesson.
After crossing a corridor, they entered a simple and elegant study.
Inside the bright room, Arlecchino was sitting upright at the desk, his expression as majestic and cold as when they first met.
Alex gently rubbed Alex’s hair and said softly: “This is your ‘Father’.
From now on, with him protecting you, you don’t have to worry about anything.” Alex looked up at Arlecchino and nervously gripped the corner of Alex’s clothes, “Uncle, I…” When Lynette heard the title “Uncle,” his heart became even more ashamed and annoyed.
He and Alex were about the same age, and now this—he had directly dropped a generation!
Alex slowly crouched down, meeting Alex’s gaze, his expression serious: “Only here can you truly be protected!” Alex blinked, nodding as if she partially understood, then plucked up the courage to look at Arlecchino again, her voice soft but clear: “Father!” Arlecchino nodded slightly, “From now on, the House of the Hearth is your home.” He paused for a moment and said to Lynette: “Take Alex to rest first!” “Yes, Father.” Lynette responded softly, took Alex’s small hand, and led her out of the study.
For a moment, only Alex and Arlecchino were left in the study.
“How do you plan to end this?” Arlecchino looked up at him, his gaze as calm as water.
“That person probably won’t let go of a high-quality subject like Alex easily.” “Don’t I have you?” Alex asked back with a beaming smile.
Arlecchino gave a cold laugh, “I heard your strength suddenly increased recently.
If you were sent as an experimental subject, you’d probably be put to good use.” Hearing this, Alex couldn’t help but shiver.
“I’ll find a way to solve it, but I need your assistance.” “My assistance?” Arlecchino crossed his hands on the desk, his eyebrows raised slightly.
“Did you get something wrong?
Why should I help you?” “Because—” Alex looked composed, his eyes filled with certainty.
“Our goals partially overlap.” Arlecchino was silent for a long time before finally nodding gently: “When necessary, I will act.” “Thank you.” Alex was sincerely grateful, then took his leave.
As he stepped out of the House of the Hearth, Alex’s crisp voice came from behind: “Uncle, you must come and see me often!” Alex turned his head and smiled warmly: “Okay!” After saying that, he continued walking forward.
After walking a distance, a cold and mechanical voice suddenly sounded in his mind: [Arlecchino friendship +5] Current friendship: 20/100 (Increased from “Indifferent” to “Normal”) Received a system reward.
[System reward drawing…] Reward content: Strength increased to [High-tier Mortal].
As the voice faded, a warm current surged into Alex’s body, rapidly reconstructing his frame and enhancing his strength.
A moment later, the transformation was complete, and Alex could clearly feel a significant increase in his power.
Now, his strength was equivalent to an elite member of the Fatui.
He was considered an expert among ordinary people, but compared to those Vision holders, he was still far behind.
With a thought, he summoned the system panel in his consciousness: [Strongest Troublemaking Female Harbinger System Bound] Host: Alex | Strength: High-tier Mortal Mission: Trouble the female Harbingers of the Fatui and increase friendship!
friendship: Columbina 15/100 (Indifferent) Arlecchino 20/100 (Normal) Sandrone -15/100 (Disgust) Rosalyne 40/100 (Interested) Skill: Mamba Iron Elbow