IW: Chapter 225 - Madam, your husband is still here, isn't that inappropriate?
"Little brother, are you also a foreigner?"
"Hm?"
Bai Ye turned around to look at the two somewhat shy people behind him, their simple eyes holding a hint of clear foolishness.
They looked familiar, yet he seemed to have never seen them before.
"I am indeed from out of town, and you two are?"
"My name is Sayo, and he is Ieyasu. We both came to the Imperial Capital from out of town to make a living."
Sayo scratched her head a little embarrassedly. After just entering the Imperial Capital, they saw its prosperity, which was a world apart from the countryside they came from.
On one hand, their inner inferiority made them somewhat uncomfortable, while on the other hand, they were curious about every aspect of the prosperity here.
In this situation, seeing a boy who, like them, was observing the surroundings and seemed to be from out of town, gave them the idea of wanting to team up with him, perhaps to stick together?
As fellow outsiders, it might give them a greater sense of security.
After hearing the two introduce themselves, Bai Ye also realized who they were.
Were they Tatsumi's two fellow villagers who were killed?
Looking at it this way, because they encountered some unexpected events along the way, they separated from Tatsumi and arrived in the Imperial Capital early. This meant that on their very first day in the Imperial Capital, they were taken away by Aria and then tortured to death.
"We came to the Imperial Capital to make a living."
"Is life in the countryside not so good?"
Bai Ye asked curiously.
Although he had heard that the Village seemed unable to survive, Tatsumi and his two companions had come to the Imperial Capital carrying the Village's hope for its survival.
He suddenly realized that he seemed to have been born in such places. Why did he have a delusion of 'why don't they eat meat porridge'?
"It's not very good. Our Village is already on the verge of collapse. Originally, there were three of us, but we encountered some unexpected events along the way and got separated."
Sayo shook her head, feeling a bit surprised as to why Bai Ye was here.
Listening to him, it seemed their Village wasn't on the verge of collapse. If that was the case, why would Bai Ye choose to leave his home and come here?
"I see. Then it's not a good idea for you to come here..."
Before Bai Ye could finish his sentence, a gentle voice sounded from behind him: "Are the three of you from out of town?"
"Yes."
They really would say anything, wouldn't they?
No wonder they were tricked.
They hadn't been 'beaten by society' yet.
"Would you like to stay at my house? I love helping people like you who are new to the Imperial Capital!"
Aria smiled sweetly at the three people in front of her. She had seen Bai Ye from afar earlier and had originally planned to take him back today to torment the handsome young man.
Sayo!
Upon seeing this woman, Aria already had the intense desire to torment her. Why should an outsider possess such beautiful, flowing hair?
This made Aria extremely jealous.
"This... isn't that good?"
Sayo and Ieyasu were somewhat tempted because they had no money.
All their money was with Tatsumi, but due to an accident, they separated. Relying on some dry rations, the two managed to reach the Imperial Capital with great difficulty.
They had originally thought they would be living on the streets starting today.
They hadn't expected that someone would offer warmth and shelter as soon as they arrived in the Imperial Capital. If someone took them in, they wouldn't have to live on the streets, right?
"It's fine. I have many empty rooms at my house, and we've taken in many other outsiders who came to the Imperial Capital before!"
Aria continued her pretense. All she needed to do was lure them over.
Looking at her sweet smile, Sayo and Ieyasu quickly felt tempted and wanted to agree.
Seeing their expressions, Bai Ye couldn't help but feel a pang of emotion. Sure enough, high-level hunters often appear in the form of prey.
What a bunch of suckers!
This was just the beginning, meant to highlight the darkness of the Imperial Capital and also to change the protagonist's mindset.
Speaking of which, if Aria were dealt with, wouldn't that change Tatsumi's fate?
After all, Tatsumi wouldn't join Night Raid because of Aria's actions, would he?
"Then we'll be imposing on you!"
Sayo and Ieyasu had no idea what kind of hell they were about to face.
And after the two agreed, although Aria's face still held a gentle smile, her heart was already twisted. She was already impatient to torment these two people!
However, there was still one target who hadn't agreed yet. Aria still needed to trick Bai Ye, so she quickly looked at Bai Ye and asked, "Want to come along?"
As she spoke, she put on a pitiful expression, which made her feel a wave of disgust in her heart.
This wasn't Aria's personality at all!
She would definitely torment Bai Ye twice as much later!
"Okay."
"That's great! Then let's go together!"
After Bai Ye agreed, Sayo also breathed a sigh of relief.
If it were just the two of them, it would indeed be a bit awkward.
But since Bai Ye was also coming along now, three people should be fine, right?
What a kind person!
The Imperial Capital was indeed the right choice!
Sayo thought to herself.
At the same time, upon hearing Bai Ye's agreement, Aria's face also flashed with a brilliant smile, and she immediately offered to take all three of them back.
Watching the four figures depart, in a small alley, Leone couldn't help but shake her head. Three more outsiders had come here!
How many people had Aria already killed, she wondered?
She just didn't know if they could last until Night Raid's operation.
But then, Leone felt that they probably wouldn't last.
They would be tortured to death before they died.
However, she couldn't change anything. She was lurking here to gather intelligence, and any action would have to wait until everyone was assembled. Going alone could easily lead to accidents.
One could only say that these three outsiders came at the wrong time...
She took one last look at the three of them, hoping not to see them in that warehouse later.
Bringing the three back to the mansion, Aria's parents also showed extreme enthusiasm upon seeing the three people Aria brought back.
This also made Sayo and Ieyasu, who were originally a little anxious, finally let go of their last bit of worry.
It seemed they had worried too much.
They had originally thought Aria's parents wouldn't like them much.
After all, they had heard that the Imperial Capital was different from the countryside.
Country folk like them would be mocked by the people of the Imperial Capital if they came here.
"Come, come, Aria, these must be your friends, right? Please, come in!"
Aria's mother chuckled, stepping aside to motion for the three of them to enter.
Exactly three people!
"Come in, dinner is ready. Go take a bath, then we'll eat dinner together, and your rooms will be ready by then!"
Aria's father said, his gaze sweeping over the three, and then he began to scheme in his heart.
"This... isn't that good?"
Sayo always felt that the other party was a bit too enthusiastic.
And it made her feel quite embarrassed.
"Yes, we'll be fine with anything. You don't have to go to so much trouble!"
Ieyasu also quickly said.
"It's fine. Since you're here, you're my friends. Just go ahead!"
Aria patted her chest and said. She was waiting for them to eat their fill, drink their fill, get clean, and then be dragged to the warehouse for a good torment!
So, taking a bath was a necessary procedure.
"This..."
Sayo and Ieyasu exchanged glances. Although they felt a bit embarrassed, since the other party had said so, they felt it would be rude not to agree.
Then they nodded and agreed. Bai Ye was even more direct, agreeing immediately.
Watching the three walk towards the bathrooms separately.
Aria and her parents gathered and whispered to each other.
"Exactly three people this time. How about one for each of us? I want the girl!"
Aria directly stated that she wanted Sayo because Sayo's smooth hair was what she envied the most, so she wanted to torment Sayo severely.
Upon hearing Aria's words, her father's face flashed with a hint of regret. He had originally wanted to choose the girl, but since Aria had chosen her, he could only choose others. After all, Aria brought them back, so she naturally had the priority choice!
"Then give me that guy, Ieyasu. I just want to test the effects of the poison."
He thought for a moment and finally chose Ieyasu, as he knew his wife's habits.
"That's wonderful! I'll take the handsome guy!"
Aria's mother licked her lips, her eyes flashing with excitement. This kind of choice was her favorite.
"Then it's decided!"
Aria, seeing that her parents had chosen their targets, immediately finalized the decision, stating that they would proceed according to these choices.
"Then, as before, we'll drug their food. We'll torment them slowly after they wake up."
"Don't put too much medicine. The last one died directly. A little less, don't let them sleep to death. Just let them be conscious and know that they are tied up!"
The three conspired, and the guards here were already accustomed to it.
The maids prepared special food and brought it out.
And after the three finished bathing, seeing Sayo's bright hair, Aria's jealousy reached its peak.
"Eat, child. You must be starving after coming here, right?"
Country bumpkins!
You've never seen such a lavish meal, have you!
Aria's mother also roared in her heart. If it weren't for tormenting them, she wouldn't bring out such good food for these country folk to eat!
Eat!
Just eat your fill!
You'll see what happens later!
It was drugged, after all.
It was a pity it didn't work on him.
Bai Ye ate without ceremony, though it was still a bit inferior to the palace's food.
But it was still edible.
It seemed that to entice them to eat the drugged food, these people had put some effort into it.
Sayo saw Bai Ye start eating directly. She hesitated for a moment, then also began to eat.
However...
She, Bai Ye, and Ieyasu were all eating, but Aria and her parents weren't eating at all; they just kept smiling at the three of them.
That smile looked very strange, which gave Sayo a bad feeling in her heart.
It must be her imagination, right?
But as she ate, she started to feel very dizzy.
Was it because she hadn't slept well recently?
And upon seeing the drug take effect, the distorted smiles on Aria and her parents' faces could no longer be hidden.
"Aria, have someone get the ropes, and then you go to the warehouse to check the tools!"
"Yes, Mother!"
Aria nodded, then got up to get the ropes.
"I'll go get the poison!"
Aria's father also got up to prepare the poison.
And Aria's mother stayed here to tie the three of them up later.
Looking at Bai Ye's face, Aria's mother lightly traced his features with her finger. Bai Ye, who was feigning unconsciousness, felt a jolt in his heart. Was she going to make a move on him?
I see that Madam is still quite charming, and your husband is still here. Does your husband have that kind of fetish?
Bai Ye had originally intended to get up directly, but now, upon reflection, he decided to observe the situation first.
He needed to collect their criminal evidence first!!!
After Aria brought the ropes, she went to the warehouse to prepare.
And Aria's mother was responsible for tying up the three. Having tormented so many people, she was naturally very experienced.
But Madam, do you really have to tie me up like this?
Bai Ye felt a strange sensation in his heart. What else would she play with later?
Speaking of which, for a villain, she'd actually provide such a 'benefit'.
It seems it's not this Madam who has a problem, but rather her husband. Later, if something happens, her husband wouldn't just watch from the side, and then...
Evil!
It's simply too evil!
He wasn't his Hokage world self; he wasn't a naturally evil Uchiha. How could he think such things? He was an emperor, an emperor with integrity!
Once everything was ready, Aria and her father arrived in the living room. Looking at the three who had already been tied up, her face showed an uncontrollable excitement.
Was it finally starting?
Just as she was about to have the guards carry the three to the warehouse, Sayo and Ieyasu slowly woke up. They instinctively tried to move their bodies but found that they couldn't move at all.
Although their minds were still a bit hazy, this caused the adrenaline in their bodies to surge.
What was happening?!
Seeing this scene, Aria smiled. She loved to see these people's desperate expressions.
"Miss Aria, what's going on?"
Sayo now saw Aria and quickly asked.
She didn't understand why Aria would tie them up.
"Hehe, how dare you country bumpkins come to the Imperial Capital? And you, country bumpkin, how dare you possess such beautiful hair!"
Aria said, her face twisting into a demonic expression.
This made Sayo and Ieyasu feel a surge of unease.
No way?!
Didn't they meet a kind person?
How could this be?
"It's a joke, right?"
Ieyasu murmured, and this expression filled Aria's parents with immense pleasure.
That's right!
Exactly!
This is the desperate look we want from you!
"A joke? Hehe, how many country bumpkins like you have died at our hands, you don't even know! We love to torment stupid country bumpkins like you! Why do you think we would be good to you country bumpkins?"
Aria's mother said with a laugh, but they were no longer the same as before.
This made Sayo and Ieyasu despair.
How could this be?
It wasn't like this before...
"Is there anyone who can save us... This shouldn't be happening..."
Sayo murmured. At this moment, she wished a god could save them. Why did they have to suffer this? It was all her fault.
She glanced at Bai Ye, who was still'sleeping', and a hint of apology flashed across her face. Through Aria's words, she understood that if it weren't for her, how could Bai Ye also be subjected to this?
So, it was all her fault; it was her fault for dragging Bai Ye into this as well.
"Stop talking nonsense! Quickly have someone drag them to the warehouse! My poison is already ready!"
Aria's father's eyes flashed with a hint of sickness. He couldn't wait!
"Is the exciting show finally about to begin?"
Bai Ye closed his eyes, waiting for the exciting show to unfold.
It might be difficult to perform well in front of someone's husband later, sigh, it's really tough... Wait, tough?
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