You're Out, Daddy novel (Natasha and Kenneth)

Chapter 961 Master

On the way to Vermillion Base, Cosmos looked at Anthony. “If Dave finds out and blames us, you must say that you forced me to take you!”

Upon hearing that, Anthony glanced at him. “Aren't you embarrassed to let a child take the blame for you?”

“A child?” Upon hearing those words, Cosmos scoffed. “Don't flatter yourself by considering yourself a child. Tell me, how many children are there like you?”

Taking a deep breath, Anthony thought for a moment, then nodded. “All right. Have it your way.”

“Also... there's something else I need your help with,” Cosmos said.

Anthony thought. I knew it. One who offers unsolicited hospitality must be harboring evil intentions.

As he was walking out, the fact that Cosmos caught up with him said it all.

Anthony looked at him. “What favor?”

“For you, it might just be a matter of saying a few nice words,” Cosmos said.

Anthony narrowed his eyes, then looked at him. “Is this related to Nat?”

Hearing that, Cosmos quickly nodded. “I knew you could definitely guess it! As expected, you're really smart. You're a genius!”

“I know!” Anthony responded immediately, then looked at him and said calmly, “Skip the compliments and just get to the point.”

The smile of Cosmos hung awkwardly in the air. He hesitated before speaking. “So, should I just go ahead and say it without any further ado?”

“Speak!” Anthony nodded.

“I-I would like to take Nat as my master. I wonder if you could put in a good word for me?”

“No way!” Anthony flatly refused.

“Hold on, but you just told me to say it!”

“I let you speak, but that doesn't mean I agreed with your request,” Anthony casually remarked.

Stumped, Cosmos hesitated before asking, “Hold on. Why can't it be done?”

“There are many reasons. Which one would you like to hear?” Anthony asked.

Cosmos had no way of knowing his reasons. He blinked and then said, “Why don't you tell me all about it?”

“Firstly, Nat is incredibly beautiful.”

Cosmos was puzzled. “I get that, but what does her beauty have to do with her not taking disciples?”

“I'm afraid you might have inappropriate thoughts about Nat!”

Cosmos said, “How is that possible?”

“What do you mean it's impossible? Are you saying Nat isn't beautiful?”

“She is undoubtedly beautiful, but I'm not that kind of person. And honestly, I only have feelings of respect and admiration toward Nat. Beyond that, there really isn't anything else!”

Upon hearing that, Anthony slightly raised his eyebrows.

“The second reason is due to concerns for your personal safety.”

“What do you mean?”

“You should be aware of this as well. My daddy is a jealous man. He's okay with everything else, but when it comes to Nat, he gets upset and jealous whenever any attractive person gets close to her. So, aren't you afraid that my daddy will target you?” Anthony asked.

Cosmos pondered for a moment. When he asked for Natasha's contact information during her first visit to the base, Kenneth was indeed displeased. The latter's dissatisfaction was clearly written on his face.

At that thought, Cosmos frowned.

Anthony's mouth twitched slightly after he noticed that.

Just when he thought Cosmos would give up, the latter suddenly uttered, “I'm not afraid!”

“Huh?”

“Boss J is upset because he doesn't understand fully. Once he truly comprehends, he'll realize that my sole intention is to pursue knowledge!”

“That's what you think. What if my daddy doesn't see it that way, and he actually targets you?”

“If that's really how Boss J reacts, I'll accept it. As long as I can acknowledge Nat as my master, I fear nothing!” Cosmos enunciated.

The determination in his speech was as if he was staking his life on it.

A smile involuntarily crept up on Anthony's face after he listened to Cosmos' speech.

“Is that okay?” Cosmos asked him.

“There's another main reason!” Anthony said.

Hearing that, Cosmos frowned in unease, “What?”

“Nat has never intended to take on any disciples, and her identity is rather sensitive. If her identity were to be revealed, it could potentially bring about fatal trouble,” Anthony said in a low voice.

After a momentary daze, Cosmos looked at Anthony and asked, “W-What identity are you talking about?”

Anthony looked at him, leaning in mysteriously. Once he was close to Cosmos' ear, he whispered, “It's a secret.”

Cosmos said, “You're not trying to bamboozle me with all this, are you?”

Anthony just smiled without saying a word.

Cosmos looked at him, took a deep breath, and then said, “No matter what it is, my determination is set. Regardless of any threats or difficulties, I will try. Whether you help or not, I have chosen this master.” ConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

“That depends on whether Nat accepts you or not!”

“If she doesn't recognize me, I'll kneel until she does!”

Upon hearing that, Anthony immediately responded, “Don't say I'm not generous. I'll definitely get you a thick cushion when the time comes!”

Hearing Anthony's teasing tone, Cosmos furrowed his brows. “So, you're saying you won't help?”

After keeping him in suspense for quite a while, Anthony finally relaxed and said, “For this matter, I need to go back and probe Nat's thoughts and see what her opinion is.”

“So, you're agreeing?” Cosmos asked.

“It's not exactly a promise, but I feel... Nat has a unique fondness for you!” Anthony said, glancing at him.

“A unique fondness for me? Where does it show?” Cosmos asked, its eyes suddenly seeming to ignite with life.

Anthony's gaze was fixed ahead, his eyes slightly squinted. “All these years, not a single hacker has ever managed to add Nat on WhatsApp. You're the first.”

Cosmos was stunned. “A-Are you serious?”

Anthony nodded. “Yes.”

“So, does that mean I have a chance?” Cosmos asked.

“I really don't know about that,” Anthony said. “Nat's thoughts are complex and hard to guess. I truly have no idea.”

Cosmos perceived that slight variation in treatment as a great opportunity.

“What does Nat, my master, like to eat and play?” Cosmos immediately asked.

“Your master? But Nat hasn't even agreed yet!”

“Whether she agrees or not, that's only a matter of time. I'll address her in this manner for now and it will gradually become a reality!” said Cosmos.

Upon hearing that, Anthony couldn't help but burst into laughter.

“Quick, tell me what she likes so I can flatter her later,” Cosmos said.

“I'm afraid my daddy will throw you out before you even get close.”

“No worries. If they kick me out, I'll just run back in until Boss J stops kicking me out. In any case, I've set my mind on this.” Cosmos enunciated.

At that moment, Anthony suddenly thought of Miguel.

Back then, he was just like this, indiscriminately knelt down as soon as he saw Anthony.

Without even asking if Anthony agreed, Miguel started calling him master.

At that thought, Anthony couldn't help but smile.

Sometimes, the bond between people was just so extraordinary. He didn't know when it started, but even if he was reluctant to admit it verbally, in his heart, he had long accepted Miguel as his apprentice.

Unbeknownst to him, he found himself missing Miguel a bit. Anthony had been too busy the past few days, leaving him no time to check on Miguel. Once I'm done with all the work, I really should make time to visit him.