PAID

Unexpectedly, Lilith appeared in her old maid’s outfit and began treating Ethan as if he were a ten-year-old child.

At first, he was taken aback by her playful act, but something about it made his heart race, and he found himself drawn toward her, as if truly becoming that young boy.

“No matter how hard it may be to fall asleep, visiting a lady’s quarters at this late hour… it seems that Young Master Ethan still has the heart of a boy, doesn’t he?”

“…….”

“Come here, Young Master. I’ll stay with you and chat until you drift off to sleep.”

“…Alright.”

Something felt different.

There was a gentle warmth to her presence, something beyond her usual charm, almost as if she would embrace him and shield him from the world. Captivated, Ethan slowly moved toward her, drawn by her soft voice.

“Come now, Young Master Ethan. Would you like to rest on my lap?”

“…On your lap?”

“Yes. I’ll keep you company with a little story until you fall asleep.”@@novelbin@@

“…Alright.”

And so, he found himself surrendering to the comfort of her lap, almost as if he truly were a child again.

Abandoning his usual, formal tone, Ethan carefully rested his head on Lilith’s lap, letting the warmth and softness of her presence wrap around him. It was a feeling he hadn’t experienced in a long time, looking up at her face from his resting place.