Chapter 283 - Securing and Searching
We got out of the prayer room and had to fought our way out. There were still some fighters left standing in the orphanage but with Genzo and my own people, taking care of them took only a few minutes.
As we were on the way out, I saw a lot of children's bodies on the ground and felt somewhat guilty about it. The thought of changing the future and seeing them still alive filled me.
What if instead of waiting, I went straight into action? Would they still be alive?
I shook my head at such nasty thoughts.
I can't let myself think of such matters when I have my benefits to worry about. At least I feel glad knowing their deaths didn't go nowhere, I was able to secure the Princess's trust.
We got out of the orphanage safely and with no attackers alive outside, it was okay to rest our guard down.
"Princess Hanako, please get on my carriage and I'll take you to that place."
"Alright" She didn't refuse and instantly went to the carriage while I looked for my MILF. But there was no sight of her.
There were a lot of people here, injured fighters, nurses, children, but her aura was bright enough to phase through them and let me see. Though I didn't see it.
"Hey" I called one of my men who were in charge of the squad, "Did you see a very beautiful woman?"
"Ahh, sir? I can't really say with that description."
"A beautiful mature woman. She had long blonde hair and looked very hot… Oh! And she had two children with her, hopefully orphans." My extra description helped as the guy nodded.
"Yes, one of the others did say they met a beautiful woman like that." The guy said, "But that woman used your name to take care of the children and left."
"She left? You guys didn't stop her?"
"Umm… were we supposed to?" He asked, confused.
They were right, it's not like I knew about her before. If I did I would have probably told them to keep her steady until I came out.
"Where are the two brats who were with her?"
"Over there, getting medical care."
"So they were hurt huh?"
"Not really, only a scratch and cuts from falling down."
"…"
I go to the brats who were wasting medical care and they instantly power up seeing me.
"Mr. Giant!" X2
I had trouble keeping my fake smile at their calling. But I had to, all for the MILF.
"Hey, Kids." I kneel down to them and pat their heads, "I heard that you got hurt. Is that true?"
"No, not that much." The boy said, "You've protected us and this cut is just from falling down."
"Yeah, but mine's serious." The girl said, "I got cut trying to hold a knife." She smiled showing the bandage on her right hand.
She was a prime example of why there were warning labels for young children not to get close to weapons.
"But it's fixed so that's amazing!" She smiled and I pat her again.
"That's good… oh! There was a woman with you." I feign memory loss, "Who was she… who was she…"
"You mean miss beautiful?" The girl asked.
'Look at that, even the girl knows she's beautiful.'
"Yes, where is she? Did she get hurt?"
"No, she didn't. She left home after making sure we were alright." The boy said, "She didn't want to leave us but I reassured her that we're OKAY!" He showed an exciting ok hand sign.
'…This fucker!'
"You told her to go away huh… Do you know where she lives?" I ask, hopefully these brats would be of some use.
"I think she told us where she lives, right?" The boy asked the girl who nodded.
"Yes… but I forgot."
"Me too, haha!" Both of them laughed at the thought that could have brought them great misery.
'These brats are worthless, medical supplies are wasted on them.' I get up and turn to leave.
"But she visits this place a few times." The girl said to the boy, "So we don't need to know about it."
I turn around and quickly kneel down again, "Oh! Do you guys know when she will come again?"
"No" They shook their little heads, "She comes in randomly and have's fun with us."
I smile.
'A hot bodacious woman, taking care of innocent orphaned children. She really does seem like the ideal woman to take in bed.'
'It's alright, If I can't find her now. I know she will come here later… I'll be ready for that time.'
"Alright you kids be safe and don't fall or touch anything you shouldn't, okay!" I say and turn to leave, ignoring their last words.
"Thank you, Mr. Giant!"
"I hope we see you again."
I get into the carriage where Hanako and Genzo were already waiting for me.
"What took you so long? Don't you know we have the Princess's safety to think about?" Genzo said.
"I have other people too you know. I couldn't just leave without checking their situation first." I say.
"It's okay. I'm already safe and your people's lives matter too so we understand, Mr. Tax." Hanako said with a genuine smile. She remembered a moment ago what she saw through the window.
Henry was out checking his men and also looked after a few injured children. It was surprising for her to see a man like him having a caring side.
"So tell me, how did you know that the princess was about to be attacked today?" Genzo asked.
I shook my head, "Not now. We'll talk when we are in a secured place, okay."
"At least tell me, when you knew about the attack?"
I smile tiredly, "Have Patience, Genzo. You'll get your answers all in due time."
"But at least tell me-"
"Genzo" Hanako stopped her, "You'll learn about them later so please stop insisting so much."
Genzo quieted down, "As you say, Princess."
As we were moving on the road, the carriage suddenly stopped, "What is it?" I ask.
The door knocked twice, "Boss, It's me Rocco."
"Who is he?" Genzo asked, taking hold of his blade.
"Relax, he's a friend." I open the door, showing Rocco.
"Meet Rocco, my work assistance type of guy." I turn to Rocco, "Rocco, meet the Princess."
Rocco bowed quickly, "It's an honor to meet you, Princess."
Hanako nodded.
"Get in, we'll talk in the way." I tell him but he shook his head.
"No, boss. There are still stuff we need accounting for and personal, so I'll have to stay behind. I came to say that; the snakes have all been caught."
I smile, that was the key word for success. All the bad, disobeying snakes were under my control now.
"Good! Secure them, I'll take care of them personally later."
"Alright boss!" Rocco saluted and the carriage started again.
Hanako didn't ask about Rocco or anything as we quietly made our way to one of my hiding spots or temporary living arrangement.
It was a small three story house. Much less fancy from the palace and mansion that Hanako lived at, but much safer too.
"I'm sorry for such a quirk less living space, princess. But this place is safe enough for you."
"No, I'm glad for it. You're already doing so much for me I can't help but feel that it's too much." She felt guilty saying that.
The area was firmly under my control and there were a lot of guards in the house too. She couldn't move one step out of the house, without me knowing about it.