Holy Night: My Husband is Definitely a Paladin - Chapter 192
Even when Reina, Cynthia, and other purifiers she had newly befriended joined her for meals, there was still food left over.
Irene would share it with all the maids.
It would have been gratitude-worthy even if she gave them leftovers, but Irene would immediately take just a small portion for herself, place it on her plate, and call the maids to take the rest as soon as the food was prepared.
At first, the maids didnât know how to react.
They had never encountered a purifier who acted like Irene.
Even Princess Cecilia, who was wealthier than Irene, loathed the idea of others touching her leftovers.
Once, a young maid, driven by hunger, had picked up a piece of bread while clearing away the table. Unfortunately, Princess Cecilia had caught her in the act.
The princess had scolded her with a look of utmost disdain and disgust, saying,
âTouching your masterâs belongings without permission? Even the dogs I raise wouldnât stoop to such behavior. How utterly vile and lowly you are.â
The young maid, tears streaming down her face, had been unable to defend herself.
After that day, she was forbidden from setting foot in the building where the princessâs quarters were located and was relegated to doing menial work outside the quarters.
She was destined to do the hardest, most grueling tasks until she left the fortress.
In contrast, Irene was always kind.
She shared whatever was beyond what she needed for herself.
If she noticed someone struggling, she would discreetly help them without making it burdensome.
What endeared Irene to the maids most was her habit of remembering their names and greeting them when they crossed paths.
To the maids, who were treated as nothing more than interchangeable cogs in a machine, Irene was a purifier who treated them as people.
Thus, when news spread that Irene had fallen during a monster attack, the maids were deeply shaken.
Now, as the maids fell silent, Irene spoke with a faint smile.
âSorry for dropping by unannounced. I came to check on someone who still hasnât recovered.â
âHuh? Youâre here to check on us?â
At that moment, another purifier peeked out from behind Irene.
âOf course. I came all the way here personally, so hurry up and show me whoâs injured.â
The purifier who appeared behind Irene was Riosa, a first-grade purifier who used to be part of Ceciliaâs circle.
She had completely fallen out with Cecilia after a fierce argument over the princessâs attempt to take her knight.
âHah, honestly, what is a high-grade purifier like me even doing here⌠Well? Move aside already.â
Grumbling, Riosa pushed past the maids and approached the bedridden maids lying on the bed.
She placed her hand on the forehead of one of the paralyzed maids.
Fwoosh!
A bright light filled the room.
Moments laterâ
âHuh?â
The maid, who had been unable to move, blinked several times and slowly sat up.
As if expecting this, Riosa moved to the next maid and repeated the purification.
âI can move again!â
âHow⌠How is this possible?â
As the maids murmured tearfully, Riosa ran her hand through her hair and lifted her chin with an air of confidence.
âSince the cause was a monster, purification was naturally possible. And with my purification power, thereâs no way mere paralysis could remain unresolved.â
Despite her confident words, Riosaâs fingertips trembled slightly.
Purifying someone who wasnât her pair was unfamiliar work for her.
Moreover, unlike healing wounds, this required a different application of her abilities, which wasnât an easy task.
At that moment, Irene stepped closer and gently took Riosaâs hand.
âThank you so much for helping, Riosa. As expected of a first-grade purifier, your abilities are remarkable.â
âHmph, isnât that only natural?â
Riosa turned her head as if used to hearing such praise.
However, the slight blush rising to her neck betrayed her.
Clearing her throat, Riosa said,
âI only helped because you asked, Irene.â
In her voice, there was an unmistakable trust and affection for Irene.
Erica
Honestly Irene is truly remarkable. The fact that even 1st grade purifiers, from that b* Princessâ group joined her, shows just how much influence and how good her reputation is. Even though sheâs famous now, and has the most famous knight, she is more humble and kinder than anyone. The Princess ainât got nothing on Irene, and she KNOWS it! I canât wait for her to fully lose everything. Sheâs so damn selfish and disgusting, she doesnât deserve to have ANYONE by her side!