I’m Really Not Trying to Be Chased by the Heroine as the Villainous Playboy! – Chapter 304

Chapter 10: Master, Do You Like It?

The blonde girl was led into the dressing room deep within the clothing store.

Roy sensibly decided to wait by the entrance, patient as ever.

Here, quite a few bored male companions were gathered, mostly waiting for their partners to change outfits.

Just as Roy was about to casually scroll through his interface, the sound of a galloping carriage outside caught his attention.

Many people’s eyes turned to the window, including Roy’s.

“Who makes such a racket in broad daylight?”

“Could it be some spoiled rich kid…?”

Carriages weren’t uncommon, but in Academy City, which housed the elite offspring and extraordinary beings from all over the world, it was far from a cozy little corner of home.

Even among the elite, few would dare to race through the streets of Academy City.

To put it bluntly, every family had their own elite, and how many didn’t have a few powerful individuals by their side? In other places, a crash might be just a crash, but in Academy City, it could lead to a diplomatic mess or offend some extraordinary being.

Of course, it wasn’t impossible for someone to be foolish enough to do that.

What raised Roy’s vigilance was the emblem on the carriage.

A grimoire encircled by crimson flames—that marked the School of Fire Magic.

Among the seven major schools within the Mage Guild, each excelled in different extraordinary systems, thus shouldering various responsibilities.

The School of Fire Magic was the most adept at direct combat, hence their tasks were often straightforward and brutal.

Subduing magical beasts, hunting down criminals, or perhaps…

“Hunting cultists.” Roy murmured, his eyes flashing with caution.

Given how badly the Trial of Blue had turned out, there was no way any organization would simply let it slide. It made sense for the Mage Guild to go after the traitors and purge cultists.

Killing cultists was something Roy would wholeheartedly support under normal circumstances.

But today, he just wanted to enjoy a leisurely outing with Alice, best to avoid unnecessary troubles.

The academy head had previously mentioned that with the guild backing them, there was no need for him to worry.

What did a bunch of brainwashed cult fanatics mean compared to a lovely day out with my little maid?!

Though it was merely speculation, Roy made note of the direction the School of Fire Magic was heading, resolving to steer clear of them.

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In the dressing room.

The shop assistant was puffing and panting, eagerly helping Alice try on outfits.

However, Alice stared blankly at row after row of clothing, her focus slowly fading away.

She nearly forgot how troublesome changing clothes could be.

But for her master, she was determined to push through the hassle.

“Miss, did any of these outfits catch your eye?”

“Something I like…” Alice tilted her head, falling into the dilemma every girl faces at times like this.

If it were up to her, she’d choose practicality, selecting inexpensive and durable clothes. But getting it right for Roy was another story altogether.

Seeing Alice in distress, unable to decide, the experienced shop assistant suggested, “Why don’t you tell me what general style you prefer, and I’ll help you pick something?”

“General style…”

Alice recalled Charlotte and Nia mentioning something similar, though she didn’t fully understand… hmm?

As she pondered, Alice’s eyes suddenly lit up, as she remembered a key detail.

Nia said her master liked revealing outfits! But Charlotte also mentioned he liked less revealing ones!

Compared to the two girls’ debate over styles like courtly, adventurous, or casual—which Alice found completely baffling—what stuck with her were the notions of more revealing or less revealing.

So, the question was, more or less?

Looking down, Alice noticed her flawless, fair legs.

Remembering the fiery gaze Roy had when he removed her stockings, her cheeks flushed as she found her answer.

The blonde girl leaned close to the shop assistant and whispered sheepishly in her ear, resulting in a knowing smile from the latter.

As expected, young people do know how to have fun. The shop assistant mused before darting off to the clothing racks.

Outside the clothing store, everything quickly returned to normal.

Not everyone was as perceptive about the School of Fire Magic as Roy; many didn’t even have his sharp eyesight to spot the emblem, so interest in the racing carriage soon waned.

But soon, a wave of excited squeals erupted from inside the store.

Who else but my dear Alice could create such a commotion?

Roy couldn’t help but feel proud, turning swiftly to head inside.

But as he caught sight of her stunning golden image, he couldn’t help but take a sharp breath and almost shout out loud.

She embodied the pure beauty of first love.

The girl’s light golden hair was tied back in a practical ponytail, shedding some of her childishness for a mix of youth and cuteness. Her soft, slightly open white knit sweater gracefully outlined her delicate figure. The brown skirt swayed gently, revealing her left bare leg while the right remained in a long sock, showcasing the distinctly different charms of softness and smoothness.

The sleeves of the knit sweater hung slightly loose, making her movements while adjusting her short skirt adorably clumsy.

This seemingly ordinary date outfit, paired with the girl’s flawless, expressionless face, created an unexpectedly delightful contrast.

It was as if a once-pure and frosty little angel had plunged into love, awkwardly trying to dress up as someone’s girlfriend.

Roy suppressed the urge to whisk the girl away right then and there, teasing, “Oh dear, whose little girlfriend is this?”

“Master? It’s Alice!” Alice blinked in surprise, momentarily taken aback as she scrambled to explain.

Roy couldn’t help but chuckle at her adorableness.

“I know. Who else but my dear Alice could be this cute?”

“C-Cute…? So that means…?” Alice paused for two seconds, her frown melting into a relaxed expression, her eyes gradually sparkling.

“Hmm, this outfit looks wonderful on you.”

Receiving her master’s praise brought a soft curve to Alice’s lips, radiating a warmth akin to morning light.

Like a cool angel unconsciously revealing a hint of a girl’s innocent charm, Alice, who had already drawn several eyes in the shop, now made everyone excitedly call out again.

Even more than a few girls were clamoring to buy the same outfit as the blonde girl.

Even Roy, witnessing Alice’s unintentional charm, felt his heart race.

Not wanting to show a flustered side before his little maid, the young man hurriedly averted his gaze to the shop assistant, shifting the topic. “Thanks for helping her pick out her clothes.”

Though Alice’s outfit seemed randomly chosen, the combination of the long and short socks clearly took some thought.

Unexpectedly, the shop assistant waved her hand dismissively. “I merely fulfilled Miss Alice’s wishes.”

She made a gesture for a secretive whisper to Roy and mischievously said, “She said she didn’t know how much to reveal, so I suggested she just go all out!”

“Eh?” Alice blushed in embarrassment, staring wide-eyed, unsure how to prevent the assistant from spilling secrets.

Seeing Roy’s suspicious glance, Alice could only lower her head and confess the truth.

“Because… Master seems to really like Alice’s legs… so I wanted you to see them all at once.” Alice lifted her head, expectantly asking softy, “Master, do you like it?”

Alice inched closer, with a shy little twist, her skirt swayed like a flower in the wind, bringing even more focus to her sleek black skin and fair, smooth curves.