When Leah saw Veirya the next day, the both of them looked awkward to me. As a result, Leah ended up squashed between Veirya and I. Leah desperately tried to put distance between herself and Veirya, but Veirya wanted to stick to her. In the end, Leah ended up squashed on me.
Mama Veirya its too squishy Leah timidly complained.
Is it? You want. To sit on my lap, then?
With a fearful gaze, Leah vigorously shook her head and clung to my arm. Veirya looked to me, hoping Id speak up for her. After what happened last night, Leah returned to her fearful state when she first met Veirya. She began to avoid her and fear her again. However, Veirya no longer had any uncertainties. She was delicate as a mother remarrying and trying to get in her stepdaughters good graces; she even gave Leah her meat stew in hopes of cheering Leah up. Sharing food was a decision that took a lot of determination out of Veirya. Leah, however, declined the offer.
Both of them seemed steadfast in their ways. One could offer her food, while the other declined food that was already at her mouth. Clearly, their relationship wasnt sustainable. It wasnt what I hoped to see.
I whispered in Leahs ear, Leah, just talk normally to Mama Veirya. Dont be scared; she wont change. Shell be as friendly as always. If you two arent friendly with each other, Papa will be put in an awkward position.
Softly, Leah impugned, Papa, there was only me. There were only us two. In the past, you said that you would take Leah and leave. You said you would leave Mama Veirya with Mama, so why why do you now want to live with her from now on? Papa, it was life with only two of us. Why does Leah have to be friendly with Veirya?
Leahs question left me incredibly awkward. While Leah was right, in that I wanted to Leave Veirya and leave in peace at the imperial capital with Leah, the thought was in the past. Veirya was quite the neurotically violent one back then but but I felt that she wasnt neurotic. All I could say was that we had a different view of the world and comprehension of what was dangerous and what wasnt.
Veirya questioned, Is that true? You once. Wanted to leave me?
Uh at the time, I was still scared of you Not now, though. Veirya, falling in love takes time. Back then, I was afraid. Now, I definitely love you, and I dont want to separate from you.
Angelina remarked, Perhaps you should say, Veirya, if you didnt intimidate people back then, then that would be a problem, which proves that he also had plans. It would be strange for him not to be scared when he saw you going around as a killing machine, not to mention him having the Demon Kings daughter with him.
Upon receiving my grateful regards, Angelina subtly tugged up the corner of her lips and raised her hand, with the centre of her hand hollow, to her mouth. With a weird smile, she then made a rubbing motion with her hand, which sent a chill down my spine.
I was raging in my head, This woman didnt do the favour for free; she charges, and her fee is damn steep. Whats with these women? Why is it that other men have something against the women to make demands of them, while they have things to leverage against me? Is this group of women devils?
I looked back at Veirya, hoping shed believe my explanation. She communicated, I see. I believe you now. Leah. You can trust me. I promise. Not to disturb you too much. You and him. Will have time alone as before. Our life wont. Change much.
I felt that was pointless for Veirya to say. Actually, it was a blatant lie. Veirya and I certainly couldnt live together with Leah the way we currently did. Leah and I were bound to separate. My nights would be for Veirya, not Leah any longer. I never dared to say no for the reason that I was worried Leah would make the request down the road.
I wasnt convinced Leah was convinced. I had no idea what she learnt from the succubi, hence didnt dare to speak thoughtlessly. For whatever reason, she was delighted. She turned back to Veirya, effusing, Really? Really, Mama Veirya?! I can continue as I am? I can always cling to Papa? Mama Veirya wont be jealous? You wont kick me out?
Of course not. I will always. Protect you. Thats why. You dont need to worry. I wont. Kick you out. Never. So I think. Everyone. Should live together peacefully. I love. Your father. And I also. Love you.
If she was a fox instead of a succubus, Leahs tail would surely be wagging wildly. It was proof to me that Leah was planning something. I felt that she had a ploy in mind, so I subtly warned, Leah, afterwards, though, Papa will need to make time for Mama Veirya. After all, Mama Veirya is also my wife. Youre my daughter. You wont be able to hog me anymore.
Which is more important between your wife and daughter, Papa?
I took a moment to contemplate how to answer the lethal question before answering, Mm youre both important, which is why Papa needs to make time for both, Leah.
Leah silently looked back and forth between Veirya and I. Then, she lowered her head in silence. Nevertheless, Veirya proudly hugged Leah, who finally accepted her hug, in triumph. Veirya interpreted it as Leah having finally accepted her. Howbeit, even then, I still couldnt discern what exactly Leah was thinking.