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Published at 15th of April 2024 12:56:06 PM


Chapter 126: To The Mansion (3)

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Chapter 126: To The Mansion (3)

Clatter!

Eek!

Faye noisily pushed back her chair, creating distance.

Unlike Carla and Elisha, whom she had known for a long time, she only trusted me and reached out to Iris.

She had no idea it wasnt a false accusation but an actual attempt to summon a spirit.

Hmph.

Iris was visibly upset by Fayes overt distancing.

So I gently lifted Iriss thin wrist, making her surrender.

It looked like a puppet show.

But showing empty hands was a gesture of being harmless, which was surely effective!

Its okay, Senior Faye! Our houses slave doesnt bite!

Master, I am not a dog.

Iriss voice protested sulkily, but Faye chose to ignore it.

Think about it, Senior Faye. Someone who hides under the covers out of embarrassment and pretends to sleep, only to be tickled and end up in tears, cant be dangerous.

That is

Faye hesitated, perhaps seeing the logic.

But she still trembled at the sight of Iris, obviously frightened.

It made sense, considering the reason why spirit summoning was banned on the Eurelia Continent.

The fear that summoning could bring forth a calamity like an Evil God was enough reason to forbid calling beings from other worlds, akin to a world-scale policy.

Trying to summon a spirit despite the ban?

It was more villainous than a murderer, like attempting to make a nuclear bomb.

For the timid and fearful Faye, it must have been terrifying.

But I knew that Iriss attempt was solely for Elishas sake.Updated from novelb(i)n.c(o)m

Although she didnt consider the consequences.

Anyway, she wasnt trying to burn the world, so it should be fine.

Ah So

Faye nodded, a bit more, reassured after my explanation.

A person wielding a knife for a ridiculous reason was insane, but one who did it to protect someone else earned others support.

That was exactly what Iris was doing.

Embarrassed, Iris blushed and cleared her throat.

Hmm. It was for my only student, but I admit the method was problematic. I was blind. But, rest assured, it wont happen again.

Iris tapped the Slave Mark engraved with a thorn pattern on her neck.

Noticing Faye sneaking glances at me, I smiled and spoke up.

Right. One of the few restrictions I imposed was not to research forbidden topics. So, dont worry, Senior Faye.

Uhm If you say so, Junior.

Faye slowly returned to her seat, still glancing at Iris but not overtly avoiding her as before.

But the atmosphere became awkward.

It couldnt be helped.

I sighed inwardly and spoke firmly.

Senior Faye. Hand!

Huh? Oh? Uh

Faye was momentarily startled but obediently extended her hand.

I placed Iriss hand, which I had been holding, on top of hers.

Here.

Master?

Junior?

Despite the troubled reactions of Iris and Faye, I shook their hands together up and down without a care.

Shake, shake.

It looked as if they were shaking hands, causing Faye to chuckle and nod her head.

What?

No, it was still there. Iriss hand was holding something. It wasnt gone, but

Invisibility?!

Correct. I heard from Miss Carla Lindelheit that the Master enjoys stacking scrolls and potions to their limits.

Did you really say that, Carla?

Yes. When the Master was sleeping in the carriage, we briefly talked about you

Carla scratched her head, smiling sheepishly.

You were talking behind my back?

Of course not! It was just Elisha and Miss Iris being curious about what kind of person the Master is.

So they talked about me when I wasnt around.

Nodding, Elisha joined in with a giggle.

Just as Carla said, we only talked about how excited you get with full-belly play.

What?

Elisha, slicing a piece of cake with her fork, pointed at me and chuckled.

You. Youre really a pervert.

Right. Elisha, you should try it too.

Eh?

As I bantered with Elisha, Iris started to knead my thigh, puffing her cheeks.

Master, dont tease Elisha too much. And the conversation is straying off topic.

Oh, sorry. We were talking about my use of scrolls and potions, right? Yes, its efficient.

Returning to the main topic, Iris deflated her cheeks and nodded.

Efficient, yes. But it is also cumbersome and costly. And in urgent situations, even a moments delay can be critical.

Thats true.

I realized this while fighting Edmerek. He constantly pressured me to prevent the use of scrolls or potions.

If the battle had lasted longer and the doping effects had faded, I would have been dead.

But with this robe, I could become invisible mid-fight.

Of course, stronger opponents with sensory or detection magic might see through it, but

Having even a small trick up your sleeve could make a big difference.

And most importantly,

Invisibility cloaks are a dream.

Its a robe, not a cloak.

It was still the same.

Anyway, good job. You did well as I asked.

Patting her head, Iris looked away, slightly embarrassed.

For my age, Master often treats me like a child.

Dont you like it?

I didnt say I disliked it. Its just a bit embarrassing.

Ehem.

Clearing her throat, Iris changed the subject and lifted the mask.

Lastly, the mask. In fact, this completes the concept the Master wanted.

Its that significant? Whats so special about it?

Firstly, its enchanted with magic to impair recognition, defend against detection, and prevent backtracking, useful outside of combat.

Right. Thats necessary for the secret organization vibe.

And heres the truly important part. When you wear this mask and infuse it with power

Pausing, Iris smirked smugly.

You can emit an aura of intimidation!

?

Like a suspicious person!

!

Indeed, a suspicious aura of intimidation was a matter of great importance.




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