She suspected that if she continued like this, she would definitely be spoiled into a happy, carefree good-for-nothing.
However, such a life truly made one feel immensely happy.
Thinking of this, Kurosaki Masaki couldn't help but reveal a brilliant smile.
With such happy thoughts, Kurosaki Masaki, wearing small leather boots, tidied her clothes and skirt at the entrance, then walked out with light steps.
She was still a student, and she needed to study hard; this was also Aozaki's request.
At the same time, Aozaki walked out of the kitchen.
He held two plates of food, walked into the two Quincy lords' bedroom, and said with a hint of displeasure:
"I even specially made lunch for you two; I might as well just throw it away."
Hearing this, Candice, who had just woken up with drool at the corner of her mouth, quickly turned her head, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.
Candice then clearly saw the plates in Aozaki's hands, and seeing his playful expression, she lightly coughed, trying to ease the awkward atmosphere.
She knew that Aozaki was just joking.
But as a knight, especially one who respected food, she felt she should show some attitude.
So, she replied earnestly:
"One must not waste food; frugality is an inner virtue of a knight."
However, Aozaki chuckled dismissively and teased:
"Is that one of the eight virtues of a knight? Never mind, it's something people made up anyway."
The so-called eight virtues of a knight refer to humility, honor, sacrifice, valor, compassion, Souls, honesty, and justice.
These were all concepts created by humans themselves to constrain and regulate people's behavior.
But in reality, everyone can interpret these virtues according to their own understanding and beliefs.
This was something Aozaki had heard from Sasakibe Chōjirō.
People always long for and pursue beautiful things; this is human nature.
However, those who can truly uphold and practice these virtues are always a minority.
Aozaki gently placed the plates in his hands on the dining table, making a clear sound.
Bambietta rubbed her hazy, sleepy eyes and slowly sat up from the bed.
"What's for lunch today?"
She lazily stretched and murmured.
"Lunch? It's clearly still early morning..."
Aozaki shook his head helplessly and reached out to pinch Bambietta's cute cheek.
These guys were truly spoiled beyond belief, actually making Aozaki, their master, serve them.
Moreover, they had not the slightest awareness of being captives.
What made Aozaki most speechless was that his punishments seemed to have become rewards in their eyes, which was outrageous!
Aozaki sighed deeply and slowly said:
"There's still some beef left from yesterday, so I made Gyudon with it."
Gyudon, to put it simply, is beef rice bowl, a large bowl of white rice topped with generous slices of beef.
It is said that this dish looks simple but is renowned internationally and deeply loved by diners.
Aozaki didn't know how credible this statement was, but he didn't care about such things.
In his opinion, food was just something to satisfy one's appetite; there was no need to assign it so many meaningless and illusory values.
He liked cooking, and he only liked the process of making them and the moment of swallowing them.
As long as it tasted good, what did its reputation have to do with him?
Aozaki looked at the two still groggy people, unceremoniously tapping each of them on the head, and said irritably:
"Hurry up and eat. After you're done, I'll give you a small gift, and then I have to leave here."
Hearing this, Bambietta quickly asked:
"Leave? Where are you going, Master?"
Aozaki replied:
"To Hueco Mundo; there are some things I need to give them."
Candice, who was beside him, immediately felt annoyed and couldn't help but grumble:
"Just got benefits, and now he's pulling up his pants and leaving; men are indeed heartless pigs."
With that, she took a fierce bite of a beef slice.
Fortunately, this woman was carefree; her troubles came and went quickly, and after a few bites, she praised again:
"Hmm, your cooking is indeed the best. The chefs here can't compare to you at all."
Thank you for acknowledging my... acknowledging what?!
I am the Savior, not your personal chef.
You, a woman who eats from the bowl while looking at the pot, have some self-awareness.
However, when he saw the fawning smile on Candice's face, he suddenly thought of something and asked:
"You said last night you wanted me to help with something, but you fell asleep before finishing. What was it?"
Candice froze, a hint of embarrassment appearing on her face.
She seemed to realize she had said that, but being too tired and groggy last night, she thought she was dreaming.
However, when she woke up today and recalled her current identity, how could she possibly bring it up?
She hadn't expected to have already boldly said it last night.
Just then, Candice's voice became low and humble, saying with a hint of shyness:
"Um... actually, it's not anything important."
Her gaze flickered, as if she felt a little guilty.
Then, she quickly added:
"I swear... it's just a trivial little favor. If it causes you any trouble, then please don't bother."
After saying these words, Candice cautiously observed Aozaki's expression, while gently tapping her index finger.
She looked very pitiful, making one feel pity for her.
However, Aozaki was not moved by Candice's cute appearance.
After all, he had already seen her more charming side before.
At this moment, he remained quite calm, his arms crossed, and he responded firmly:
"If you don't tell me what it is, how will I know if it will be troublesome? If there's anything you need help with, just say it."
Hearing Aozaki's reply, a hint of anticipation flashed in Candice's eyes, and she tentatively asked:
"The Gotei 13 will eventually fight the Wandenreich again, won't they?"
Aozaki frowned after appearing in the Human World, then a smile appeared on his face, and he asked:
"What, do you want me to kill Yhwach?"
"You don't have to worry about that. Even if you don't say it, I plan to do so."
Aozaki waved his hand casually, speaking arrogantly.
The problem now was not being able to find Yhwach; if he could find him, Aozaki was indeed confident he could kill him.
Hearing this, Bambietta immediately showed an expression of adoration.
However, unlike the blindly adoring Bambietta, Candice was startled, seemingly not having anticipated Aozaki saying such arrogant words.
After all, that was the Soul King's son; that identity alone was intimidating, not to mention he also wielded the powerful Omnipotent and Omniscient ability.
And this man in front of her actually dared to speak so wildly, claiming he would kill him.
It was simply... too arrogant!
I like it!!
However, liking it aside, blind confidence was still not advisable.
Thinking of this, Candice calmed down.