Kapitel 213: Adopt A Little Loli
Suddenly, Kaguya's eyes, as clear as autumn water, focused as she remembered. No wonder their clothes looked so familiar to her.
They were the three little girls who were tortured to death in the special episode.
Due to the greed and extortion of the ministers and corrupt officials in this world, corruption ran rampant, causing people's livelihoods to deteriorate, leaving them in extreme poverty. People lived in a dire state, with some villages being annihilated for failing to pay taxes. Under such conditions, life was miserable, with corpses littering the ground, vast stretches of barren land, and countless people starving to death.
In such dire circumstances, people resorted to selling their children to survive, and human trafficking became rampant. The three little girls were sold in this environment.
Their tragic fate began when they were bought by a perverted master. Their subsequent fate was horrifying and tragic; they were subjected to inhumane abuse, their bodies covered in bruises, and even endured cruel humiliation. After enduring hellish torment, they eventually succumbed to despair and pain, dying in agony.
"My name is Far," the energetic yellow-haired girl said with a bright smile.
"I'm Luna," the quiet blue-haired girl said, appearing a bit uneasy.
"I'm Air," the gentle pink-haired girl said politely.
"Princess, Princess!"
"Ah."
The guard's voice pulled Kaguya from her memories. She was slightly startled and looked at the three little girls who would have faced a tragic end.
They showed timid expressions, even the lively Far nervously watching Kaguya.
It's understandable; after all, they were just countryside girls who hadn't seen much of the world. The village chief was the highest authority in their village, and now they faced the princess of the Empire—a stark contrast in status.
They had been bought by a buyer and were to be sent to the capital, but the incident allowed them to escape. Hearing that the Princess was nearby, they chased after her, traveling for two days and nights until they finally caught up.
Despite being exhausted, they couldn't hide their excitement. They didn't expect much; they just hoped the Princess would take them in.
Seeing the Princess say nothing, a sense of disappointment began to rise in their hearts.
After all, why would the Princess care about a few countryside girls?
"Um, sorry for bothering you." The slightly mature Air bowed and tried to pull Luna and Far away.
"But..." Far was still a little unwilling but had no choice.
"Who said you could leave?" Kaguya smiled and turned to the guard, "Prepare another carriage for them."
"Yes," the guard replied respectfully.
The three little girls' eyes widened in disbelief. They had given up hope but now found it revived. The girls cheered excitedly.
"Thank you, Princess," even the composed Elle couldn't hide her excitement.
Kaguya smiled and said nothing more, turning to board the carriage.
With no pressing matters on the way back, the journey was slow. They traveled leisurely, admiring the beautiful autumn scenery as if on a tour, taking half a month to reach the outskirts of the capital, where the tall palace was faintly visible.
"Sorry, we want to see the Princess."
"No, the Princess is taking her afternoon nap and cannot be disturbed."
"But..."
"Far, don't be rude. Apologies, guard sir, for the disturbance."
The noise outside the carriage woke Kaguya from her nap. Kaguya had a habit of taking a nap every noon, a routine she had followed since childhood, as skipping it would leave her feeling exhausted all day.
"Let them in," Kaguya said with a yawn, her voice drowsy.
"But—"
"Let them in."
"Yes."
Soon, three cute little girls entered.
Kaguya's carriage was a royal one, exquisitely crafted and sturdy, made of fine, durable ebony. The walls were adorned with beautiful carvings, and the interior was lined with soft velvet rugs. It was spacious, almost like a small room, comfortably accommodating four or five people without feeling crowded.
"Is something the matter?" Kaguya asked, lying on her velvet-covered seat, her eyes half-closed with sleepiness.
"Sorry for disturbing your rest, Princess," Elle said.
The three girls looked uneasy, perhaps surprised by the luxurious interior, worried they might dirty it. They huddled in a corner, careful not to touch anything.
"It's fine," Kaguya said, scratching her silver hair lazily. "I'm almost awake anyway. What's the matter? Is something wrong?"
"No, not at all," Air said quickly, waving her hands. "Nothing's wrong."
"Oh?" Kaguya asked, curious. "Then what's up?"
"We're grateful for your care, Princess," Far said directly. "So we wanted to give you a gift."
"A gift?" Kaguya's curiosity piqued. "What kind of gift?"
At that moment, Luna took something from behind her and placed it in her palm.
It was a delicate bracelet, seemingly woven from grass leaves but unexpectedly intricate, adorned with tiny stars and various little flowers, giving it a unique charm. Kaguya was captivated at first glance.
She took the bracelet and examined it closely, clearly fond of it. The craftsmanship of these young girls was surprising.
"Princess, this is a token of our gratitude. We hope you won't disdain it," Luna said, blushing shyly.
Kaguya placed the bracelet on the nearby table, gazing at them quietly.
Wearing her mask, the girls couldn't see Kaguya's expression. Seeing the Princess watching them, they feared she disliked it, feeling anxious.
Suddenly, Kaguya's smooth, jade-like hand reached out, slowly but quickly, grabbing Luna's wrist.
"Princess!"
Air was startled, her face full of anxiety, not understanding why the Princess acted this way. Luna was also at a loss, thinking she had unintentionally offended the Princess.
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