I Became the Son of a Corrupt Lord, so I’ll Enjoy an Easy Life in Another World ~but Please Stop Revering Me as a “Saint”!~

Stage 3-7. Alice’s Devoted Service

Since the fish Alice caught turned out to be edible, we enjoyed a feast prepared by the chef, and I returned to my room.

Apparently, today is a girls’ day for Mashiro and the others, so naturally, I can’t participate.

Thus, I’m relaxing like this, alone in my room for the first time in a while.

But I’m not truly alone.

Alice, who has been restless ever since the private beach incident, is with me.

“Ouga-sama. I deeply apologize for my disgraceful behavior earlier.”

“I told you not to worry about it, didn’t I? Thanks to you, we got a delicious dinner. That’s good enough for me.”

“But…”

Alice’s loyalty to me is extraordinary.

Because of that, she seems unable to forgive herself for failing her duties.

…Hmm, certainly, Alice’s behavior was strange today.

Thinking back, before enrolling in the academy, we used to spend a lot of time together in this mansion.

Lately, there’s been no time to relax like that.

I feel nostalgic for the clumsy Alice, who struggled desperately to learn unfamiliar maid duties.

Compared to back then, her movements now are so polished.

She’s worked so hard to improve as my maid that I really have no complaints—except for how overly sensitive she is to evil.

…That’s right. I just had a good idea.

When it comes to maids, ear cleaning is a classic, right?

I’ve never asked Alice to do such a service, so I’m curious how she’ll react.

“Well then, let’s do this, Alice. I’ll have you listen to one thing I say from now on.”

“As you wish. Please command me anything.”

“You said anything, right?”

When I ask back, her shoulders twitch slightly.

Then, a soft flush appears on her cheeks.

“…Of course. Alice will fulfill whatever Ouga-sama desires.”

“I see, I see. Then don’t resist.”

“…Yes.”

I stride toward Alice, sweep her legs out from under her, and catch her in my arms as she starts to fall.

“O-Ouga-sama!? T-This position is…!”

“Oh? Alice, you’ve got a maidenly side, don’t you? How does it feel to be my princess?”

“I could never be a princess! Please, such acts should be reserved for Riche-san or Revetzenka-san…!”

“Weren’t you the one who said you wouldn’t resist?”

“That is…”

“Hm… Perhaps I should take a tour of the mansion like this.”

At that moment, Alice vigorously shakes her head.

It’s amusing to see her, usually so dignified—though occasionally wild—so blatantly flustered.

“Ku-ku-ku, I’m joking. My bad.”

Since I’m always anxious about when she’ll discover my villainy and lop off my head,

I couldn’t help but tease her a little as payback.

Deciding to humiliate her regularly from now on, I carry her not out of the room but to her intended destination—the bed—where I sit her down.

“O-Ouga-sama… What should I do…?”

“Wait. I’ll prepare the tools.”

Let’s see, if I recall correctly, I stashed some prototypes I made as a kid in the desk drawer…

“U-Understood. Then I’ll at least… prepare myself…”

“I’ll do the preparation, so don’t worry. It should be here… Ah, found it. Alright, Alice—what’s wrong? Why are you spreading your arms out like that?”

Turning back after finding what I need, I see Alice standing with her arms wide open, waiting for me.

Even the usually fastened top button of her uniform is undone.

“Well, I was taught by the head maid that during a first time, a woman should help relax the man so he doesn’t feel embarrassed… And hugging is the best way to do that…”

“…?”

I’ve never heard of such a custom for ear cleaning…

But if Molina said it, then it must be true.

“Regrettably, I have no experience and haven’t undergone practical training… I only have theoretical knowledge, so please forgive me.”

“Everyone starts somewhere. You’ll learn as you go.”

It’s just ear cleaning—this feels overly dramatic…

I’m not the one who’s nervous; it’s Alice. Still, to help her calm down, I’ll grant her request.

I’ve heard hugs can ease the mind, even in my previous life.

I slide my arms around her and wrap them around her firm waist.

Alice welcomes me in return, holding me tightly, her body pressed close.

She stiffens in response and breathes a little heavily.

At this rate, I might really get stabbed in the eardrum by accident if her hands tremble during the cleaning.

I gently rub her back, waiting for her breathing to settle.

“…Well? Feeling better?”

“…Yes. I’m ready now. You may begin at any time.”

“Alright. Then I’m counting on you.”

“Yes, now I’ll undress… Wait, ear cleaning?”

Alice looks at the ear pick I hand her, blinking in confusion.

“Yeah. Having you clean my ears is my request.”

“…I see… I seeee…”