I’m Really Not Trying to Be Chased by the Heroine as the Villainous Playboy! – Chapter 633

Chapter 14: The Blurred Distance

Looking back, Alice had it pretty tough.

She had to juggle household chores, manage her studies, and find time to work on her extraordinary powers. Even during the winter break, she was busy suppressing the dragon plague at the borders.

Now that they finally had a school trip, Roy wanted to help the little maid relax a bit.

It was his duty as a master!

Fortunately, Alice surprisingly had an interest in jewelry.

The little maid’s eyes darted back and forth across various glittering necklaces, rings, and bracelets, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

You know, only cheese cake had previously received such honor!

Sure enough, being a girl, Alice had no resistance against shiny jewelry.

She was practically frozen in front of the display stand, looking like a kid wandering through a food street, so captivated that she made Roy chuckle silently.

On the other hand, Alice thought she was being pretty restrained.

Actually, she wasn’t really that interested in the trinkets.

Unlike the daughters of noble families, Alice didn’t have a huge longing for accessories.

But those shiny things stirred up her childlike heart.

Come on, which kid doesn’t love sparkly stuff?!

But they must be expensive, right?

Alice opened her mouth to say something but closed it again, pretending to look down on the pile of golden trinkets.

As a maid, how could she expect her master to spend money on her?

She was there to protect her master, not to play around; how could she forget the distance and measure of being a maid?

Plus, even if she wore those, she wouldn’t shine like Charlotte and the others.

At that moment, Roy had already picked out the jewelry that Charlotte and the others had prearranged, ready to give to them.

Unexpectedly, the shopkeeper said that Douglas would cover this purchase in full, which made Roy feel embarrassed.

I’ll say it, having a rich friend like this is great!

He’s truly willing to splurge!

Roy wasn’t stingy when it came to spending on girls, and now that he was spending someone else’s money, he definitely wouldn’t be holding back.

“Alice, if you see something you like, just let me know, okay?”

The little maid was stunned, shaking her head like a rattle, her twin pigtails swaying like a puppy’s tail.

“Master, you don’t need to worry; Alice isn’t interested in these.”

Roy could clearly see she was putting on a brave front, so he teasingly asked, “Really?”

“Really!” Alice insisted, standing tall and sporting a poker face, coldly glancing at the gold jewelry, completely indifferent as if everything was just fleeting: “Having clothes to cover myself is enough; Alice doesn’t understand the point of wearing jewelry.”

But you were pretty happy when you got that brooch, weren’t you? Roy thought, amused, but kept it to himself.

Despite her words, the little maid’s feet didn’t stop moving, continuing to browse the store, looking like a child unwilling to leave an amusement park.

Alice could hold it together for now, just claiming that none of the items had really caught her interest yet.

But as soon as she couldn’t resist anymore, that would be her cue to make a purchase!

However, outsiders couldn’t grasp the little maid’s thoughts.

From the shopkeeper’s perspective, the blonde maid appeared truly aloof, looking down on her merchandise!

How could this be?!

After decades of running her shop, she had never seen a girl who wasn’t completely taken by the ornaments at the “Platinum Workshop”!

Besides, the prince had specifically asked to treat them as esteemed guests.

Letting her leave without making a sale was clearly against his orders and would be a breach of etiquette!

Whether out of a merchant’s pride or a commoner’s respect for the royal name, she couldn’t accept that outcome!

If she couldn’t end today with a satisfied, beaming smile, she wouldn’t let them walk out of her shop!

The shopkeeper steeled herself and approached, saying warmly, “Miss, if there’s nothing you like in the display, you can request us to bring something from the stockroom.”

Alice replied calmly, “As a maid, Alice doesn’t need jewelry.”

“Miss is joking. Besides jewelry, we at the ‘Platinum Workshop’ have many other products, such as weapons, furniture, and even clothing…”

At the mention of clothing, Alice’s delicate brows visibly perked up.

Unlike her indifference to jewelry, a girl’s interest in clothing is innate.

Roy didn’t miss this detail.

“The workshop also sells clothes?” Roy was intrigued himself.

“Absolutely, please take a look.”

The shopkeeper called over a servant and pushed forward a clothing rack.

The golden-trimmed dresses looked like blooming golden flowers, elegant and full of charm without losing nobility.

After years of development, the “Platinum Workshop” had expanded beyond forging and smelting, focusing on diverse economic structures.

The shopkeeper confidently stated, “In terms of style, we might be slightly inferior to the Blue Moon Trading Company, but we are absolutely confident in our materials!”

And why not? You guys really make clothes out of gold?!

Roy had to admit that the clothing from the land of golden sands held a unique charm that the Blue Moon Trading Company could never replicate.

Plus, their designs were anything but tacky; they didn’t just slap gold onto ordinary dresses.

There were black and gold long gowns, platinum short skirts, or sheer skirts accented with golden lace. Each had its own charm, clearly crafted by a master designer, making one imagine how stunning they would look when draped over a beauty.

Even Alice couldn’t help but gasp softly.

Though she quickly covered her mouth, her trembling eyes had already betrayed her excitement.

“Alice, if you like it, go try it on.”

Alice looked conflicted: “Huh? But…”

As a maid, how could she shamelessly accept gifts from her master?

It was the master’s kindness that leads to unrealistic fantasies, greedy desire for more.

She couldn’t let it go on like this.

Alice had finally fought a psychological battle, but before she could refuse, Roy had already instructed the shopkeeper: “Please help her change.”

“Certainly!”

“Eh?! Master, don’t…!”

The shopkeeper flashed a wicked smile, personally dragging the little maid into the fitting room.

No woman can resist a beautiful dress; if there is one, just make her wear it!

And if she resists, I lose!

Not long after, a lovely silhouette in a light golden dress was pushed out of the fitting room.

The pale gold tone resembled champagne, perfectly complementing the girl’s pale skin.

Exposing one shoulder and just grazing her knees, the skirt beautifully showcased the girl on the brink of blossoming, innocent but already hinting at feminine charm.

Clothes make the woman; at that moment, when the plain maid outfit was stripped away, the staff truly realized just how stunning the girl was.

Like a cute little duckling suddenly spreading its wings, she transformed into an elegant swan.

Alice stared in awe at her reflection, surprised to find that she didn’t seem too inferior compared to Charlotte and the others.

Even though it was just a subtle smile, Roy noticed the corners of the girl’s mouth slightly lifting.

“Do you like it?”

Alice turned around, the boy’s figure reflected in her eyes as she answered without hesitation: “I like it.”

After a moment of surprise, she quickly averted her gaze from him, defending herself, “I meant the dress.”

“I really like the dress that the master gave me.”

“Hehe, I’m glad you like it.”

Roy affectionately ruffled the girl’s hair, careful not to mess up her smooth locks.

Feeling the familiar warmth above her head, Alice couldn’t hold back anymore and let out a soft, delighted chirp.

A surge of happiness flooded her thoughts, leaving her with no time to consider the proper distance a maid should maintain.