Chapter 328 – #72_I Will Nominate (4)
#326
One.
If there is a difference in the wandering life with Clara’s joining, it is that a base camp has been created, albeit in a difficult situation.
I made a bonfire of my own, and there was a tent to block the sand wind.
They were also sometimes served hot meals.
Of course, Clara provided it even if she took the initiative.
Clara, who understands the feelings of others and shows lively consideration.
She didn’t ask for anything, but she was grateful for just standing by her side, so she might have said this first.
She is originally from anyone.
She didn’t even want to tell Sophia.
As I stared at the crackling campfire, Clara handed me her warm chamomile tea.
That’s how the long story began.
“I hunt for achievements…. It is because I am indebted to Duke Keter.”
“Ke, Keter? Oh no sorry Please continue.”
Clara shuddered in surprise.
In fact, Duke Keter is not a normal witch to meet.
A transcendent existence that is hard to be touched even among witches.
An absolute person who is willing to sacrifice his own people for the sake of balance.
Because this perception was strong.
Not a single witch had a personal relationship with Kether, and few had exchanged brief conversations or trades.
In most cases, association with Kether meant the death of the witch.
“Hunting the homunculus and achievements written in the killing book in exchange for saving a person’s life. That is what she asked for.”
“Ah….”
The reason why Amelia can’t escape no matter how bitter and unprepared she is.
It is because Siwoo’s life is at stake.
If the contract is not fulfilled, Keter will take Shiu back without hesitation.
Throughout history, Keter has only shown such iron-blooded moves.
“… Are you the one you love?”
Amelia hesitated at Clara’s infinitely cautious question.
She couldn’t quite figure out which answer would be best for her.
So, slowly, start releasing it from the beginning.
The inside that I couldn’t tell anyone.
“At first it was just… I was a slave.”
A slave who refused night service.
At that time, Amelia was arrogant.
She was arrogant and stupid.
Responsibilities as a witch assumed after the unexpected loss of her mentor.
Those days when she was confined to the thick wall of egotism surrounding her alone and only looked at the square sky.
“On his first meeting he turned me down, which I took as an insult.”
A mere slave refused the witch’s request, and that of her baron.
The childish and childish anger that comes from there.
Like a child who was not given a present she liked, she vented her anger one-sidedly.
“I called him out and made him do dirty work and make it difficult. It bothered him.”
At first, it was just a joke.
Because I hate it, because I hate it, because it annoys me.
At that time, she deceived herself with noble excuses, but her essence did not change.
Amelia just complained.
A day passed, a month passed, a year passed, three years passed.
At first glance, his eyes went to him as he silently performed the work no matter how bad it was.
Unlike the other slaves who were busy bending over, he hated his stubbornness, but at some point she found herself following him with her eyes.
After that, she called him for other reasons.
It was because Amelia herself was afraid that Siwoo would find out about her feelings that she couldn’t set her own rules.
With her overbearing stance, she did nothing but bully him.
“I kept calling him over and over. He made me do chores by my side, and at that time he looked at me. I like that…. I just made the same mistake over and over again.”
She didn’t know that her trough was getting deeper after all.
She didn’t even know what kind of heart she had.
Amelia convinced herself that it was because her pride was hurt.
It was only Siu who was having a hard time because of Amelia, who was not honest with her.
“It must have been difficult, it must have been painful. I, why… Could I have thought of this now?”
Just because you didn’t know it doesn’t mean you can be forgiven for your sins.
That thing is painful to the point.
“I regret it…. I want to turn around, but….”
“…….”
“I don’t know how to treat him. What expression will you look at me with, and what kind of eyes will you face me with. I’m scared… I can’t stand it….”
“Amelia….”
I’m afraid to see Siwoo again.
As if Amelia was still coughing up her blood, she remembered Siwoo’s resentment towards her.
Amelia’s appearance.
How did Siwoo, who knew nothing about her, see her own image as she asked for her forgiveness?
I am afraid and afraid of the betrayal he must have felt when he regained all her memories.
I am afraid to even open the note he left after time has passed, so I keep it.
If the contents of the note were the same as Amelia’s imagination.
At that time, you will really lose the power to move on, and if that’s the case, Siu will also die at the hands of Keter.
“Amelia.”
It wasn’t such a well-organized gossip that Amelia hadn’t been around her words.
She was just voicing her thoughts as if she was complaining endlessly.
Even so, Clara looked at Amelia with eyes that understood everything about her.
“Did you talk after that?”
“…….”
Amelia shook her head slightly.
Clara went a little further and asked.
“Did you ask for forgiveness?”
“When everything is done…. I will go there and ask for forgiveness.”
Amelia knew that this, too, was a cowardly act.
If Amelia found out that Siwoo went through all kinds of hardships at the cost of his life, Siwoo wouldn’t be so angry.
Because he was the one who saved the life of Amelia, who had been harassing and bullying her so much, with a single word, ‘It’s not right’.
He thinks that he has done him a great wrong, but he is leaning on kindness.
“Hmm….”
Clara looked at Amelia, who was staring at the teacup she was clutching with both hands.
It’s like she’s an immature, tactless child.
Just like a selfish girl regretting bullying a boy she had a crush on.
Thin, thick blond hair that seemed to have been spun from gold.
Amelia Marigold, who exudes beauty that is terrifying even for her fellow witches.
Can I comfort you a little more?
Or should I shove my back here?
Not yet.
Amelia seems to need some more time to think.
“Thank you for talking.”
“…….”
“I think anyone can make mistakes. I won’t be of much help, but if it’s still too hard… Talk to me often.”
“Thanks.”
“Thank you! I am helping everyone.”
Clara’s cheerful laugh, half forced.
Amelia’s face, which was frowning, was slightly relaxed.
2.
Rose Glass is still open today.
The queue system Takasho quickly introduced helped eliminate the witches’ queues that lined up in front of her shop.
In addition, Periwinkle’s favorable reviews were not a public opinion, so it is a bar that sells good alcohol in a good atmosphere, and the 3rd floor is operated as a cafe.
Started to reach a new customer base.
“Ha….”
Siu, who had been a companion to a witch with more than 10 people today, returned to her office and smoked a cigarette.
Now that I have some tips, the stress from the entertainment itself is less than before.
However, I can’t say that it’s easy to deal with a witch who expresses curiosity as if looking at a rare creature.
Therefore, I requested a break of about an hour a day for dinner time, and I am currently taking a break.
Then I heard a commotion from downstairs.
“So we are really close with assistant Shin Si-woo?”
“I’ve prepared money like this, so what’s the problem?”
A disgruntled cheeping voice was heard through the window.
As I poked my head out, I saw a familiar face as expected.
Twins in modest dresses and half-bonnets were arguing at the store entrance.
“That is… A lot of other people are waiting too….”
Liam breaks into a cold sweat at the sudden appearance of a true customer.
In fact, he is said to be a newbie in the first year of Gehenna life.
Although she is still only an apprentice witch, it may be difficult to deal with twins who are extremely reckless and proud of their own pace.
“Odile, Odette. It’s been a while. It’s okay, Liam, please let me in.”
“”Assistant!!!””
The twins, who found Siu on the second floor window without Liam letting them in, jumped in through the window.
It was the twins’ exclusive entry through the window.
When Siwoo opened his arms, the twins fluttered their skirts and embraced each other in one embrace.
“What are you doing up to here?”
“I came because my assistant didn’t even poke my nose!”
“I came to see you. I heard you got a new job?”
“Isn’t that too much?”
“Right! You should have told us too!”
The twins welcomed Siu by rubbing their cheeks to their heart’s content.
It seems like it’s been less than 3 days since I haven’t seen your face yet, but I feel welcomed as if I’ve seen it in 3 years.
Odile and Odette are always cute.
“Sorry, I’ve been a bit distracted lately.”
“Sorry, please give me a pat on the butt. Originally, I would never allow greetings like this, but… Since you’re my assistant, I’m giving you special permission.”
“Right! I will even allow you to touch the inside of the draws for reference.”
“Yes, I will. It’s a little different on the inside.”
I patted the buttocks of the twins who secretly pushed their buttocks out while holding me.
My body and mind are tired, but the silky texture felt through the clothes is very healing.
After such a strange greeting, Odile and Odette threw a barrage of questions with their eyes sparkling with curiosity.
“By the way, assistant, what happened? Do you have a job? I heard that she also pours drinks for other witches and smokes charms?”
“Did Master steal your credit card? Then we can help….”
“Oh, I’m helping a friend out.”
Siwoo confided everything to the twins.
There is no longer anything to say or to put on or lose weight.
A friend opened a new store, but the business was not going well, and he was promoting and helping.
And to the point of just pouring a few drinks and having a conversation.
“Phew, I thought assistants became voluntary sex education textbooks.”
“I was worried too, but I’m glad.”
Only then did the twins stroke her chest as if relieved.
“Anyway, that’s why we came here to buy the assistant’s time. I don’t want to lose my assistant to another evil witch.”
“The piggy bank is also broken, so will you play with me?”
“No…. That’s a bit difficult.”
I am grateful for a long time, but I think it will be difficult.
Currently, Siwoo is not a designated target, but a totem for publicity.
Of course, it had to be prevented from monopolizing anyone, and even twins were no exception.
“Why!”
“Why!”
Cheeks that had been swollen with anticipation now filled with dissatisfaction.
I was so excited, and even broke the piggy bank, but Siwoo wasn’t comfortable with letting it go.
“Instead, I have free time after work today. Will it be okay if we meet then?”
“Today?”
“Is it night?”
“Yes, I was thinking of stopping by the mansion soon. I’d love to have a drink with you then.”
“Hurray! Great!”
“I’ll bring you a very good drink!”
The twins who are excited about Siwoo’s proposal and like it.
I want to enjoy a little more healing like this, but I’m going to have a rest time.
I said goodbye by stroking the twins’ heads.
“I have to go again. See you later.”
“Assistant! Is it okay if I watch my assistant work?”
“Right, I wonder what you’re doing.”
Caliber?
There’s nothing I can’t show you.
Although the waiting list is already extremely behind, it is not difficult to take out at least one seat if Shiu gives Takasho a word.
Siu nodded his head willingly.
“Then, I’ll take you to a table near me.”
