Chapter 1138 - 531: Ophidia’s ’Initiative’ Reward

Chapter 1138: Chapter 531: Ophidia’s ’Initiative’ Reward

This isn’t about emotional cooling, nor is it about losing interest.

The sense of being moved hasn’t dissipated in the slightest, but has instead merged into a deeper part of the soul.

She suddenly understood something.

No matter what Herbert’s actual purpose was, whether it was for him or for himself, he avenged the Secret Keeper.

So, as the last Secret Keeper, she ought to repay him.

Yes.

This should never be an exalted "reward," but a sincere "repayment."

Yet whether intentionally or unintentionally, Herbert deliberately referred to this repayment as a reward.

Since he proactively made such a demand, there was no reason for her to refuse.

Moreover, she had wanted to reward him all along, but just hadn’t decided to do so.

Previously, keeping him outside and blocking him was just a way for her to mentally prepare herself.

But now... there’s no need for any further mental preparation.

She made a decision.

Ophidia took a deep breath and gave Herbert an odd, deep glance, then slowly nodded: "Alright, I will grant you your ’reward’ as you wished."

Yes!

Herbert beamed, making a small victory sign, ready to lean in for a kiss on the cheek.

Unexpectedly, Ophidia ignored his little gesture and continued speaking: "However, I don’t like being manipulated, so... I have my own way."

"So?"

A snake tail silently slid and quietly wrapped around Herbert’s waist.

"Oh!"

The cold, slippery, strong snake tail coiled around Herbert’s waist and pushed him in front of Ophidia.

Ophidia looked at Herbert, who was now extremely close, swallowed nervously, and tried to appear calm: "Don’t get it wrong, this isn’t you asking me for a reward."

"Rather... I voluntarily give you praise."

Her gaze wandered to other places, speaking quickly:

"Ahem! Considering you have truly proven yourself as you promised, making me satisfied, I, as the Cardinal and also your superior as the Secret Keeper, give you a small commendation."

"You mustn’t let this make you arrogant."

Herbert blinked, momentarily unable to discern the difference between the two.

But one thing he understood.

The reward was coming!

"Understood!"

So, he responded obediently, closing his eyes, ready to receive the commendation from his leader.

By the way, what would this praise be?

Based on Ophidia’s character, it was probably another kiss on the cheek.

Or, maybe this time she’ll opt for another spot?

Earlobe, forehead, the corner of the eye, or...

Herbert closed his eyes, wondering where she would kiss him this time, when suddenly his brow furrowed.

His lips felt a rush of comforting, cool moisture.

"Mm!"

At this moment, rather than excitement, what flashed through Herbert’s mind was a peculiar thought.

"This time, she really is forcing a kiss on me!"

The evidence is indisputable!

...

...

Natural Sanctuary.

"What should I do?"

The Forest Goddess sat with her knees hugged amidst the forest, sternly contemplating as she picked at her nails.

"It’s not like I don’t know what reward I should give him?"

"Is it really..."

Fulingya thought of the thumbs-up and encouraging nod from the Cold Winter Goddess, her mouth twitching.

"Should I really do this?"

"No, is this really right??!"

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