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Chapter 34: Moulin Rouge

Rein’s carriage traveled along Royal City’s main avenue, with his family knights standing guard on both sides.

Fiona, who had overslept that morning, was also among them.

“Drake, don’t go home yet; let’s head to the Moulin Rouge.”

Rein’s voice came from inside the carriage.

Drake froze noticeably when he heard the words “Moulin Rouge” and, after glancing at Fiona beside him and seeing that she showed no reaction, he replied.

“Alright, Young Master.”

The carriage slowly turned and headed toward the Moulin Rouge.

On Royal City’s Central Avenue stood the Moulin Rouge.

Rein’s massive convoy irritated some nobles.

However, when they saw the lion insignia on Rein’s carriage, their ill temper gradually faded.

Although Margaret Yang, the madam of the Moulin Rouge, was accustomed to grand spectacles, she still showed surprised expressions upon seeing such elite knights.

When Rein stepped down from the carriage, Margaret hurried forward to greet him.

“Oh my, isn’t this Young Master Rein? Come in quickly; Lucy and Leva were just talking about you the other day.”

Rein looked at the still elegant Margaret and pursed his lips.

“Mention me? You mean mention my gold coins.”

Margaret, all dressed up in finery, tapped Rein’s shoulder with her hand.

“Same difference, same difference.”

From the corner of his eye, Rein glanced at the knights beside him, froze for a moment, then turned and clapped his hands.

“Alright, come on in to eat and have some fun; I’m treating, so spend freely, and leave the guarding to Fiona.”

The knights remained unmoved as the lead knight captain stepped forward and bowed slightly to Rein.

“Young Master Rein, you need not worry about us; our primary duty is to protect your safety, and we shall not relax until we return to the family.”

Rein nodded and said, “Very well, then no fooling around; since it’s midday anyway, the Moulin Rouge’s food is still quite good.”

“Leave half the knights to guard, and let the other half come in to eat; after they finish, they can relieve the others.”

The knight captain froze at Rein’s words, then glanced at him and bowed slightly.

“Yes, Young Master. We will follow your orders and guard your safety with our lives.”

Rein nodded, then turned to Margaret and said, “You all heard that; arrange the best food, and charge it to me.”

Margaret nodded in agreement and said, “Certainly, Young Master Rein; the Moulin Rouge will make sure your knights eat well.”

Rein nodded again and entered the Moulin Rouge with Margaret, with Fiona close behind.

The first floor of the Moulin Rouge served as the dining area, while the second floor was reserved for entertainment.

Consequently, there were few people on the first floor.

After all, most people who came to the Moulin Rouge came for enjoyment rather than simply for a meal.

Outside the Moulin Rouge, the knight captain looked at his men and spoke.

“You all heard what Young Master Rein said: no playing around, but eating something is fine.”

“Now break into two groups: one goes in to eat, the other guards outside.”

“If anything happens inside, I want you rushing in immediately.”

Knights: “Yes.”

The knight captain nodded and said, “Alright, split into groups.”

The knights quickly divided into two teams.

The captain ordered one group to go in and eat while he led the remaining group to stand guard outside the Moulin Rouge.

As Rein climbed the stairs, he saw the knights filing in and instructed Margaret.

“Margaret, make sure they get the best food.”

Although puzzled by Rein’s sudden change, she still nodded.

“Certainly, Young Master Rein, you are truly kind to your knights.”

She then instructed the maid beside her to inform the kitchen.

“Margaret, have any new performers arrived recently who at least know how to dance?”

“Today I want to find a few who can dance well.”

Margaret naturally understood what Rein meant and nodded.

“There are indeed some, set aside especially for Young Master Rein, though they come with certain conditions if you want their full services.”

“But when it comes to dancing, the older ladies still perform better.”

When he reached the second floor and saw its lavish decor, he frowned slightly.

This made Fiona, who trailed behind him, dislike the place even more.

Without lingering on the second floor, Rein went straight up to the third floor.

The third floor housed exclusive private rooms for nobles, and Rein was among them.

Upon entering his own room, the noise from outside vanished.

Only the faint scent of roses lingered in the air.

Although Rein was a regular here, he came mainly to watch the dances.

His former incarnation was not lecherous; he was simply a rogue with a thief’s intentions but no courage to act on them.

The fact that the household maids were all virgins the first time proved this well.

“Margaret, as usual, summon a few who dance well; since that new girl can’t dance, no need to bother with her…”

Bang! A crashing sound came from the door.

Instantly, Rein and Fiona were on high alert.

“Margaret, go and open the door.”

Seeing the frown on Rein’s face, Margaret nodded and opened the door.

No sooner had she opened it than she heard voices from outside.

“You tea girl, what are you pretending? Want a blessing of light? Come serve Young Master properly, and maybe he’ll buy you into the family.”

“No, I only want the blessing of light; as long as you give me the blessing of light, I’ll do anything you want, otherwise I’d rather die.”

Upon hearing the voices outside, Rein and Fiona exhaled in relief.

Margaret stepped out of the room and hurriedly helped the girl, who was clutching her arms, to her feet from the floor.

Then she pressed her body against the drunken figure standing before her.

“Oh my, Young Master Manny, she’s the new arrival; please don’t be too hard on her. I’ll call Annie and the others for you later.”

“Damn it, isn’t it perfect that she’s new!?”

Manny pushed her away and slapped Margaret directly across the face.

Instantly, Margaret’s face began to swell red, and even the ornament she wore in her hair fell to the ground.

Despite such treatment, Margaret still forced a smile at Manny.

“Well slapped, Young Master Manny, your strength has improved quite a bit lately.”

“Young Master Manny, she’s new and knows nothing; I’ll bring a few more shortly, and you can have them for free today.”

Margaret shielded the girl behind her and suggested to Manny.

Upon hearing this, Manny grew displeased again and once more slapped Margaret.

Margaret staggered from the blow.

“Madam…” The girl standing behind Margaret looked at her like a knife twisting in her heart.

Tears streamed down her face uncontrollably.

“Old hag, didn’t you hear me? Today Young Master wants her to serve.”

“Move aside or I’ll slap you to death.”

Hearing the voices outside, Rein slowly rose and walked to the door.

It was unclear whether it was due to his former body’s habits.

Now, whenever Rein’s mood was interrupted, an inexplicable fierceness would well up inside him.

Watching Manny slap Margaret again, Rein stepped forward with a kick, even accelerating it slightly with wind magic.

“Damn you.”

Manny was immediately kicked several meters away by Rein and only came to a slow stop when he collided with a wall.

The sight shocked Manny’s attendant, Margaret, and Fiona behind Rein.

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