Portrait of An Arrogant Master - Chapter 131

A splashing sound echoed in the air. Somehow, warm water filled the bath, prepared by someone at some point.

It was spacious enough for adult men and women to fit comfortably inside. Eren, rubbing his hands together to create lather with soap, gently caressed Macy’s body.

Even though his touch was simple, without any se-ual intent, Macy jumped in surprise as if pricked by a needle. The areas like her shoulders and arms were more tolerable, but when he gripped her armpits, waist, or chest, it became nearly impossible to endure the sensations.

As her body tensed up, she felt her n–ples harden repeatedly, and the lingering memories of the previous night still seemed to provoke her gaze.

She wondered if he intended to do more here. Her mind was crowded with various thoughts, and amidst it all, she felt embarrassed, worrying that she alone was harboring such indecent ideas.

“Eren… can I do it instead?”

“Why?”

He looked up after obsessively rubbing around her belly button, his water-drenched eyes glinting with mischief.

“Are you feeling it?”

He playfully flicked her e***t n–ple, causing her chest to tighten and a soft moan to escape her lips.

“Ugh…”

“What a lewd body. I was genuinely just trying to wash you.”

Her body felt strange. It was just a wash, yet her skin tingled, and her head buzzed.

The areas marked by bites stung upon contact with the water. She felt as if a cicada had nestled in her belly, making her tremble over trivial things.

“Don’t think about what to do today; just relax your body. You probably have some sore muscles from using them in ways you’re not used to.”

Could it really be sore muscles causing this? Was her excessive use of them responsible for the tremors? Eren positioned himself behind Macy as he lifted her, trapping her between his legs and wrapping his waist around hers.

Embarrassed by her nudity, Macy instinctively curled her knees to hug herself. Fortunately, the bubbles provided her some cover, allowing her to feel a bit more at ease.

“…But really, you don’t have to leave?”

“Right. I told you I’d stay as long as you wanted.”

She had thought he was merely saying that to comfort her, but was that not the case?

“If you’re already bored, we can go.”

“It’s not that… you have things to do.”

Yesterday, she had been too emotional after facing an unexpected situation. The thought of him spending the night with Lady Werfel had upset her greatly.

By now, Lady Werfel must have realized that Eren was not at the mansion. Some people had seen him carrying Macy into the carriage, so they might have figured out that he had disappeared with her.

The engagement banquet was set for three days, and a banquet without the main character was absurd. Although it seemed like Macy had already caused a mess, she still thought she should let him go now.

“You’re saying that with no sincerity.”

Eren brushed aside Macy’s insincere consideration with a light laugh. He pushed his wet hair back and began to speak aimlessly.

“This mansion has historically been the residence of the Krygen family’s mistress for generations.”

“….Really?”

“Yeah. It’s not that uncommon for a townhouse to serve as the mistress’s residence. This place is a bit special, being specifically set up for the purpose of the master’s trysts.”

Ah, so that’s why there were no people around.

Seeing the bath filled with water, it seemed that the servants had finished their tasks and slipped away like ghosts. If they left, would the sheets still bear the traces of last night’s activities?

She felt embarrassed by the treatment she was receiving, especially since it was their first night and there were some stains…

“You’re going to be rumored as Duke Krygen’s mistress. Your name master will be Morgan.”

“What?”

The mention of Morgan made her feel uneasy, and Eren’s statement was rather shocking.

“Morgan worked as a coachman for Duke Krygen. He took a short leave because of his awakening, and while Morgan and Dia are a couple, your situation is precarious enough that you’ve come to stay with them temporarily. So, since Morgan and I already know each other, it wouldn’t be strange for me to visit the cabin from time to time.”

Eren spoke as if it were a plan he had long devised, and it sounded plausible enough to be convincing.

“But if I’m Morgan’s name master, why would he readily let you meet me? Doesn’t that seem a bit odd…?”

As Macy frowned slightly, seemingly puzzled, Eren replied coldly.

“Originally, a name relationship is more like a business arrangement. As long as both parties provide what they need, that’s all that matters. And if his master is pleased with you, what can a mere coachman do about it?”

“…”