Chapter 47: An Unexpected Detour
Asher pushed the wheelchair toward the exit of the bar-restaurant when the same waitress from before approached with a payment device. [Insert pin] glowed at the top of the screen, with [100 Points] displayed prominently in the middle.
Natalia collected the device as the woman stepped back respectfully. After inserting her pin, the screen flashed [Transaction complete]. She handed it back to the waitress, who returned Natalia’s card with a professional smile.
The waitress then looked at Asher, bit her lip slightly, and walked away with what could only be described as a sensual sway to her hips.
"What was that about?" Asher asked, genuinely puzzled.
Natalia just frowned. "Let’s go."
He pushed the wheelchair as they left the building, emerging onto a modest but bustling street. The people here looked somewhat rough around the edges, and Asher couldn’t help but survey their surroundings with concern.
"Good food aside, I still don’t think it’s safe for a girl like you to come to such a place," he said, his protective instincts kicking in.
"Well, my friend is really strong, so I don’t really worry about that," Natalia replied with a small smile. "Um... can we go somewhere first, before I show you the places you ought to know?" she asked, her voice carrying a hint of timidity.
"Sure. I mean, you treated me to a meal—it’s only right I return the favor. Use me as you please, princess," he said with mock solemnity and a theatrical salute.
"Eh?" Natalia blinked in surprise.
"What? Aren’t you a princess?" Asher asked, reaching down to pat her head affectionately.