Chapter 387: Reunion with Avinsa and Luke
Alisa, as a saintess candidate bearing the bloodline of the Holy King, faced intense competition to claim the title of true saintess.
The saintess of the Holy Kingdom held an exalted status, equivalent to the crown prince in ancient dynasties of Huaxia—essentially, the heir to the Holy King.
"Boss, do you want us to accompany you to the Holy Kingdom?"
Li Meng stepped forward and forcefully pushed open the heavy iron gate.
With a loud "clank," the lock was ripped apart.
The couple standing outside exchanged glances before reluctantly following him inside.
"No need. Go on, I won't be staying in Obenlo for long; I'll be leaving soon."
The couple behind him were infamous assassins in the southern continent.
Their presence around Alisa would only cause trouble for Bard.
Hearing this, Luke felt relieved and was about to leave with Avinsa.
However, Avinsa had other thoughts.
"Boss, it's getting dark. Stay at Earl Bard's estate for the night."
Luke hesitated, but said nothing.
Li Meng glanced at the sky.
"Hmm, alright."
The sun was setting quickly, and traveling at night would draw unnecessary attention.
He had plenty of time to visit Helen in the Dragon Kingdom—there was no need to rush.
"Boss, I'll prepare a room for you!"
That night, the Bard estate was quiet and dimly lit.
In the vast mansion, only one room was illuminated.
Luke sat outside the lone lit room in the dark corridor, looking frustrated.
Listening to the sounds coming from inside, he sighed.
He felt that Avinsa was far too attentive to their boss.
Although he didn't mind Avinsa serving Li Meng, he didn't want his place in her heart to be replaced.
For a brief moment, a glint of killing intent flashed in Luke's eyes.
"Should I kill him while he's with Avinsa?"
As soon as the thought surfaced, he dismissed it.
Their boss may appear to be a youthful man in his twenties, but that was merely an illusion.
His chances of success were practically zero.
Inside the room, under the warm glow of magical lamps, an intimate scene unfolded.
Avinsa straddled Li Meng, her body moving rhythmically.
Her flushed face and exposed white skin added to the intensity of the moment.
"He's right outside the door."
Li Meng glanced toward it.
Avinsa smirked seductively and leaned down to kiss him.
Their lips locked in a deep, lingering embrace before parting.
"Boss, Luke and I may be husband and wife, but we are more like business partners. Our marriage was meant to strengthen our bond and trust. When it comes to life and death, we'd likely abandon each other."
As assassins, they could never fully invest emotionally in a partner.
Li Meng smirked and pulled Avinsa closer.
"Avinsa, bear my child."
Her eyes flickered with surprise.
She couldn't comprehend why her boss would ask such a thing.
To an assassin, children were nothing but a burden.
But since it was a request from her boss, she couldn't outright refuse.
"Boss, I can't have children."
Li Meng glanced at her abdomen.
A scar marked her belly—the likely cause of her infertility.
"No problem. You'll conceive. Our child will be extraordinary. You must teach them well."
With that, he embraced her and sealed her lips with another kiss.
"Huh? What is this…?"
Avinsa suddenly felt a strange sensation in her lower abdomen.
Looking down, she gasped in shock.
The scar that had long marred her stomach was vanishing.
A piece of dead skin peeled off, revealing flawless flesh beneath.
Warmth spread through her belly, and the discomfort she had endured for years disappeared.
Though she didn't understand what had happened, she knew it had something to do with her boss.
"Boss, can I really have a child?"
Li Meng grinned and sat up, bringing their bodies even closer.
"Of course. Avinsa, do you want to bear my child?"
Blushing, Avinsa gazed at his handsome face, so close to hers.
She nodded shyly.
"Yes, I do."
Li Meng smiled and whispered into her ear.
"Then tonight, you must put in more effort."
Avinsa giggled and wrapped her arms around his neck.
The sounds of passion intensified within the room.
Outside, Luke's expression darkened.
As the night deepened and dawn approached, the room finally fell silent.
Leaning against the corridor wall, Luke opened his eyes.
He listened carefully and confirmed that the noises had stopped.
His face twisted into a strange expression.
Their boss… was he even human?
Such boundless stamina was beyond anything a human could possess.
It was at least ten times greater than his own.
Avinsa, despite being a feared assassin, was still a woman of stunning beauty.
At times, she used her skills in bed to eliminate targets discreetly.
Her expertise in such matters was unparalleled.
Yet, an ordinary man would have long perished under such exertion.
"Boss is terrifying…"
A shiver ran down Luke's spine.
He crawled away, leaving quietly.
Even the longest night must eventually give way to dawn.
As the sun rose, a new day began.
That morning, inside the Bard estate—
"Boss, stay for a few more days. One night isn't enough to ensure pregnancy."
In bed, Avinsa nestled lazily against Li Meng's chest.
Their boss was unbelievably strong.
It was as if he had endless energy.
Despite being utterly exhausted, the experience had been exhilarating.
The stronger one was, the harder it was to conceive offspring.
With his immense power, the chances of a single night resulting in pregnancy were slim.
Although Li Meng wanted to assure her that one night was enough—he was, after all, a goblin, and failure wasn't an option—he figured spending a few days with Avinsa wouldn't be bad.
There was plenty of time. A short stay in Obenlo wouldn't hurt.
"Alright, I'll stay with you for a few more days."
Hearing this, Avinsa's face lit up with joy.
She leaned in and planted a kiss on his lips.
"Boss, accompany me to a royal ball."
A royal ball?
"Are you targeting someone?"
Avinsa turned over and rested her chin on his chest.
She licked her lips playfully, her eyes gleaming with killing intent.
"Yes. A so-called noble of honor. His father was a renowned adventurer, but this generation has fallen into corruption. He engages in illegal slave trading in Obenlo City, intercepting orphans meant for the temple. Since he holds a noble title, a public execution would tarnish the aristocracy's reputation. A quiet elimination is required."