Chapter 103: Pervert Rick?
The maid, a figure of modest efficiency, nodded in response. "Yes, miss," she confirmed, a subdued urgency in her tone. "Initially, he seemed rather opposed to the notion. However, when I pressed for his preference, he surprisingly insisted on having the boy attend to him."
"Is that so?" Evelina, the epitome of poise, considered this revelation with a thoughtful furrow of her brow. After a pregnant pause, she nodded as if coming to a silent conclusion. "Never mind," she finally decided, her tone carrying a subtle note of dismissal. "You can go now."
"Miss..." The maid hesitated, lingering with unspoken questions. "Why are you giving him so much importance? He doesn\'t seem that reliable."
Evelina, seated behind her desk, met the maid\'s gaze with a contemplative expression. She leaned back, her fingers interlaced, and sighed softly. "It\'s because you don\'t know him like I do," she explained, her voice carrying a weight of conviction. "He might not look like it, but he is the reason why I am still alive in front of you."
The maid\'s eyebrows furrowed in skepticism, prompting her to continue, "But..."
"You don\'t need to pay too much attention to him. Just ensure that \'17\' is doing his job right," Evelina instructed the maid with a tone of authority.
"You can rest assured, miss," the maid assured Evelina with a nod, a sense of dutiful determination in her demeanor. "I will keep an eye on him. Then I will take my leave." She made a move to exit, but Evelina halted her with a raised hand.
"Also, get some women. Based on the preferences from Rick. They might come in handy," Evelina added, her voice taking on a matter-of-fact tone as she issued the supplementary directive.
"Will do, miss," the maid nodded dutifully but pressed on, "But I don\'t think he would be interested in any other woman."
"Men might say something, but it might not be entirely true," Evelina smiled with a hint of resignation and waved her hand dismissively. "Just do as I say."
"Yes, miss." With that affirmation, the maid gracefully exited the room.
"Young boys, huh?" As the door closed, Evelina leaned back in her chair, a subtle surprise flickering across her features. "I didn\'t expect that."
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Meanwhile, after the maid had departed, Rick ushered the boy back into his room. Striding ahead, Rick settled into the plush confines of a chair, positioned strategically within the room. The boy, in response, came to a halt approximately seven to eight feet away from Rick.
Seated comfortably, Rick observed the boy standing before him, hands clasped behind his back, his posture subtly leaning forward, and eyes fixated on Rick. It was a stance of anticipation, a silent readiness for instructions yet to be issued. The air hung with a palpable expectation, and the boy stood awaiting the instructions from Rick.
"What is your name?" Rick finally broke the silence, his gaze fixed on the boy.
"Seventeen, sir," came the prompt response.
"Seventeen? Is there some meaning behind that?" Rick inquired, curiosity tinting his tone.
"Yes, sir. We were twenty boys at the orphanage, and I was named seventeen. From what I can think of, it was easy to keep track of us this way," the boy explained, his response delivered with a matter-of-fact clarity.
"Orphanage? What about your parents? How did they die?" Rick\'s inquiry held a sympathetic undertone, a genuine concern for the young boy. "Do you remember anything about them?"
"I don\'t know anything about my parents, sir. My earliest memories are from the orphanage itself," the boy replied, his expression unchanged, as if the weight of the unknown bore no visible impact on him.
"Oh, you poor thing," Rick sympathized, a genuine pang of sorrow in his voice. "Come here." Driven by an instinctive urge to comfort, Rick felt compelled to offer solace. Without reservation, the boy complied, walking towards Rick. Unexpectedly, he settled onto Rick\'s lap, a gesture devoid of hesitation or reservation.
"Huh..." Rick\'s surprise lingered as he felt the unexpected movement from the boy. The innocent intention of a comforting pat had taken an unforeseen turn.
\'Never mind, he is just a kid,\' Rick tried to reassure himself, dismissing any inappropriate implications. With a gentle touch, he placed his hand on the boy\'s head, attempting to convey comfort. "Everything will be alright," he murmured in a soothing tone. However, the gentle smile on his face froze suddenly in the unsettling realization.
"You..." Rick was horrified. The boy with his tiny hands was rubbing them against his thigh, his hands slowly caressing his thighs, and moving up towards his thing.
The boy also leaned forward and put his face against Rick\'s chest, resting on it. While his hands continued to gently move up, dangerously close to Rick\'s dick.
And just at that crucial moment, the system chimed again in his head and the pale blue screen appeared in front of him with a quest.
[Quest: Let the boy do his thing and relieve you.
Time duration: Depends on how long you can last
Rewards: Time freeze X 2; Last Long; Ero Points: 100,000; Cash: $1,000,000;
Penalty: Unable to speak for the next 24 hours; Your thing down there won\'t wake up for the next 48 hours
]
[Aren\'t the rewards mouth watering? The system is just feeling to generous today. So you don\'t need to hold back]
\'What the fuck?\' Shock and revulsion coursed through Rick. The system actually was bribing him to take part in such depravity. And the rewards were just too much for just a \'job\'.
But the one on their knees was the problem. They weren\'t of legal age and more than that, they were a boy.
"That\'s fucking sick," In a swift and decisive move, Rick pushed the boy off his lap, rising abruptly from his chair. The room, once a space of potential trust, now crackled with tension as Rick confronted the shocking reality before him.
"What do you think you are doing?" Rick demanded, his breath heavy, anger and disbelief etched across his face as he sought an explanation.
"Don\'t worry, sir. I have been taught how to please," the boy informed Rick, his words hanging in the air with a disconcerting weight.
"I give up," Rick exhaled, a deep sense of frustration and helplessness permeating his voice. The desire to escape, to break free from the absurdity of the situation, manifested in a visceral urge to smash the walls around him.
"Just leave and bring me something to eat," Rick commanded with a dismissive wave of his hand. "Why do I have to agree to this? This house is full of psychos. From masters to servants, everyone is a psycho." The bitter realization of the distorted reality grappled Rick.
And getting his first orders, the boy was quick to execute it. He left the room with quick steps but still did not look in much hurry.
"Master? You don\'t look so good," the rabbit emerged from behind the bed, its perceptive eyes fixated on Rick.
"You don\'t need to know," Rick replied, lifting the rabbit and playfully covering her ears. "These psychos are nothing but a bad influence on everyone."
"Not something a young lady like you should listen," he added, as if shielding the rabbit from the sordid reality that seemed to permeate the house. The fragile innocence of the rabbit stood in stark contrast to the dark undercurrents swirling within the walls of the mansion.
"..." Listening to Rick, the rabbit seemed perplexed. Everything Rick had just said seemed to have bounced two inches above its head But since her master had said so, there was no reason to question it.
"So what is your plan now?" the rabbit deftly changed the subject. "Are we going to stay here for the time being?"
"Why not? There is some great food, great money, and if we manage to get that old lady back on her feet, I am thinking of something big," Rick spoke with a mischievous grin that bordered on the edge of something more evil.
"Something big?" The rabbit\'s long ears perked up in curiosity. "What is it?"
"You will know in due time," Rick grinned, the hint of mischief lingering in his expression. "I am going to make some trouble here."
"Trouble? Are you being naughty, master?"
"Just trying to keep things entertaining," Rick responded, his tone revealing a bit of amusement.
At that very moment, a gentle knock echoed through the room.
"Come in," Rick responded, and the rabbit, playing its part as an ordinary creature, hopped onto the bed.
The boy, \'Seventeen\', entered the room, but notably, there was no tray in his hands.
"Where\'s the food?" Rick inquired, the pleasant smile that had adorned his face earlier now replaced by a stern expression. If he was going to integrate this boy into his plans, the repulsive and unsettling tendencies needed to be addressed and eradicated.
"Sir, I am sorry, but the miss has asked for your presence. Your breakfast will be served there with miss," the boy stated with a slight bow in front of Rick.
"What does she want from me?" Rick inquired.
"I am sorry, sir, but I was not made aware of the reason," Seventeen replied.
"Alright, wait for me outside," Rick instructed the boy. "I need to freshen up first."
"Certainly, sir," Seventeen nodded and promptly exited the room, leaving Rick to prepare for the mysterious summons from the miss.
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Evelina fixed a piercing gaze on Rick, the tension in the room practically crackling. "Have you uncovered anything significant yet?" she inquired, her impatience evident in the creased lines on her forehead.
Rick, comfortably ensconced in a lavish dining chair, was partaking in an extravagant banquet that would make even royalty envious.
Spread out before him was an opulent assortment of culinary delights, a gastronomic masterpiece that included the sumptuous Lobster Thermidor, the indulgent Wagyu Beef Wellington, a sublime Truffle Risotto, the exquisite Oysters Rockefeller, and a sinfully rich Chocolate Soufflé awaiting its turn as the pièce de résistance. With each carefully orchestrated bite, he relished the symphony of flavors.
Each bite was savored with gusto, the rich flavors dancing on his palate.
Meanwhile, the air hung heavy with Evelina\'s frustration, an almost tangible force that heightened the drama in the room.
"Mmm, this Beef Wellington is truly exquisite," Rick murmured, his words muffled by a mouthful of the delectable dish, creating a challenge for Evelina to grasp his meaning. Despite the impediment, he continued, "And yes, I did manage to uncover something."
Growing increasingly frustrated by Rick\'s nonchalant attitude, Evelina pressed him further. "What? Don\'t keep me in suspense—tell me!"
Finally swallowing his bite, Rick looked up, a mischievous glint dancing in his eyes. "It appears that your circle... you affluent, rich individuals, are a peculiar bunch of deviants. Nurturing young boys to cater to the whims of elderly men. Your family seems to have quite the unconventional tastes."
Evelina\'s lips tightened with irritation. "I was asking about my grandmother," she retorted sharply, the gravity of her inquiry contrasting with Rick\'s seemingly cavalier revelation.
Rick, as though a light bulb had just flickered on, nodded with feigned realization. "Ah, yes, that. Well, I would need a starting point, wouldn\'t I? You haven\'t exactly handed me any clues."
Evelina, her patience teetering on the edge, pressed further, "What do you need, then?"
Casually, Rick replied, "I don\'t know, perhaps her reports or some relevant documents would be a good place to start."
"Fine, I\'ll have them delivered to your room," Evelina conceded, her tone a blend of irritation and desperation. "Is there anything else you require, or can you finally get to work?" The urgency in her voice revealed the underlying tension, the weight of the situation pressing down on both of them.
Rick dabbed his mouth with a napkin, casually discarding it. "Nothing else for now. I have had my fill. I will be in my room, and if you need me, spare the calls. Just come over, and we can have a heart-to-heart chat."
Evelina couldn\'t hold back a cautionary note. "Rick, keep in mind that I am bending over backward to accommodate your requests, so I expect tangible results from your investigation." The warning lingered in the air, a subtle reminder of the stakes at play and the urgency that underscored their collaboration.
"Don\'t be unreasonable. I\'ve been shouting from the rooftops that I\'m no detective. You practically lured me into this with a bag of cash, and now you\'re warning me about consequences?" Rick sighed, a trace of annoyance evident in his eyes.
"Well, money does grant me the luxury of being unreasonable," Evelina retorted, her affluent nonchalance unapologetically asserting itself.
"..."
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