"In that case... starting today, Rem is My Lord's maid. Please take good care of me!"
Rem squirmed slightly, seemingly adjusting to a more comfortable angle. But quickly, she realized her position and said softly, "Luke My Lord, could you please put Rem down? As a maid, being held like this by the Master is very rude."
"Wait just a moment longer. Oh, I mean, we need to descend first."
To avoid being mistaken for a loli-con, and mainly to prevent Rem from misunderstanding, Luke slowly lowered himself to the ground.
Very, very slowly.
This was definitely not to enjoy the sensation of the soft body pillow for a moment longer; it was purely out of caution.
The descent from dozens of meters took a full dozen seconds. The wind brushed past them, tugging lightly at Rem's skirt and Luke's clothes. She remained perfectly still in his arms, trusting completely.
As soon as his feet touched the flat ground, Rem nimbly jumped down on her own.
"Alright, now Rem will start working!"
Rem cheered herself on. No one understood what a maid should do better than her.
However, Rem's body quickly stiffened.
Luke gently stroked Rem's head, enjoying her soft and beautiful hair, just like petting a cat.
Gurgle gurgle~ Rem made an indistinct, cute sound.
"Although Rem really likes the feeling of being petted by Luke My Lord... Rem needs to start working now!"
Rem half-closed her eyes in enjoyment, but considering her duties, she spoke with great difficulty. She did not lift her head to stop Luke, but merely tried hard to look upward with her eyes, hoping to convey her thoughts through her gaze.
"Oh, mainly because Rem is very cute, and I want to pet her more."
Luke smiled and withdrew his hand.
"So this is our new home? Hmm, it's very dirty!
I will need at least two days to clean it up completely.
But it's alright, I excel at housework. I will make sure Luke, my Lord can move into the cleanest and coziest home as soon as possible!"
Rem pulled out a broom and a cloth from beneath her long maid skirt, and full of motivation, was about to start working.
She glanced around the area with determination, already spotting scattered debris and dust from the recent conflict. Her small frame practically vibrated with purpose.
Luke looked her up and down curiously. "Rem, how do you have these things?"
Rem replied matter-of-factly, "As a professional maid, it's normal to carry cleaning tools with me, right?"
Luke was slightly conflicted, looking at the maid skirt with confusion. "I was trying to ask, where did you pull these things out from?"
"Rem feels like Luke My Lord is thinking something very strange."
Rem blinked her eyes, noticing the surprise and doubt in Luke's gaze, and said seriously, "Although Luke My Lord is the Master, abruptly asking about a maid's secrets is very rude!"
"Cough cough cough... Don't misunderstand, I can actually do it too."
Luke flipped both his hands, and an identical broom and cloth appeared. He had pulled them from his own storage ability, a small flex he couldn't resist.
Rem widened her eyes. "My Lord is amazing!"
Luke awkwardly put them away. For some reason, Rem's praise always made him feel good.
"Wait a moment. This is not my home. Let's go back first."
With Rem here, Luke temporarily didn't want to bother with Lockdown and the others. Anyway, with Star Convoy present, one day was enough time to suppress all foreign invaders!
Veronica was already stunned, examining Rem in surprise. For some reason, Rem always made people feel joyful and comfortable, giving them a sense of being healed.
The little maid's presence seemed to push back the shadows of war that clung to everyone here.
Meanwhile, Medusa and Crystal felt a sense of crisis.
After Rem appeared, all of Luke's attention was drawn to her. If this continued, would Luke still pay attention to them, or to the Inhumans?
Crystal was a little unsure what to do. She clung slightly closer to her sister, eyes flicking between Luke and the new arrival.
Seeing Luke's expression, Medusa had an idea.
Although she was not as cute and gentle as Rem, relying on her height advantage and sufficient nourishment, she could barely surpass Rem in certain talents.
Even when facing Veronica, she considered herself not inferior in the slightest!
Not utilizing an advantage would truly be a waste of heavenly resources. What's more... Medusa glanced at Crystal.
Medusa and Crystal, as sisters, were still sisters despite the age difference! I have never been fighting alone! Two against one, the advantage is mine!
Medusa had no choice. Although she didn't understand some of Luke's actions, she was awed by the many methods he displayed.
Casually creating the powerful Star Convoy, instantly killing The Fallen, destroying numerous warships and aliens... everything spoke of Luke's strength.
Without Luke, it would be impossible for the Inhumans to gain a foothold on Earth.
The Inhumans had to offer something that satisfied Luke to be allowed to live on Earth, right?
However, for Luke, was there anything the Inhumans could offer? After thinking about it, perhaps besides herself and Crystal, there was nothing truly worthwhile to offer, right?
"Storm Ruler, you and all the twelve knights are to immediately activate the spaceship and participate in the suppression of the Reaper Civilization, the Decepticons remnants, and Lockdown's army. I allow you to act expediently and grant you the qualification to merge at any time."
"Once the mission is complete, follow behind Star Convoy and await his command."
Luke briefly assigned tasks to the twelve knights, while he himself prepared to leave, pulling Rem and Veronica along.
Medusa hurriedly stepped forward and pleaded, "My Lord Luke, please take us with you. We have a rather appetizing gift to present."
Luke looked back at Medusa and the innocent Crystal, nodded, and said, "You may."
With that, the five people instantly returned to the Villa. Space twisted around them in a brief, weightless blur before the familiar walls of the villa materialized. Only the big dog Tetanus was left behind at the previous location, barking helplessly.
Tetanus carefully sensed the presence of Medusa and Crystal but found nothing at first, making him anxiously pace around the villa grounds, whining softly until the new arrivals' scents finally reached him.
Meanwhile,
Luke began enjoying Rem's one-on-one nanny-level service.
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