Chapter 87 – Self-Employment
#087.
“Gaon, did something happen with Hayeon?”
“… No. Not at all.”
Breakfast time.
Now that everyone is sitting around the table, Ha-yeon is playing with chopsticks while holding a book with a blood map drawn on it.
Three days ago, she had been like that ever since she offered to have sex with her if she memorized half of the mana path.
At first, she wondered if this was the right choice, but after experiencing the effect right in front of her eyes, she couldn’t help but admit that it was the best choice.
Chorin seems a bit unfamiliar with the sudden change of Hayeon.
Since the first day she has been asking for breakfast every day. Ha-yeon brilliantly kept her promise to keep her secret from Cho-rin.
‘I never thought it would be like that.’
I didn’t know her obsession with sex could be so strong.
She just thought she was deafening when she asked if she was okay with another guy.
-Because I want to do it with Master!? I hate it if it’s not Master’s cock!
She’s only 20 years old, but she’s good at talking. I couldn’t understand how there was such shame.
‘Still, I warned you in advance, so it’ll be fine.’
Even if she had sex, she drew the line at all that it would only be a physical relationship and there would be no emotional exchange.
She also said that having a sex partner is enough for Hayeon, so there won’t be any trouble. I hope you will be moderately satisfied with satisfying her curiosity.
Dalgrak-
“Then Lee Cho-rin, let’s go.”
“Ah yes! But will you continue to practice outside? It will soon be winter.”
Looking out the window, I see fallen leaves piled up on the floor.
It was late autumn now. Soon winter will come, and it will snow. When that happens, it becomes difficult to practice outside.
“Hmm… I’m thinking about it right now. I’ll have to see the Viscount sooner or later and ask if I can borrow the gymnasium.”
“Ugh. All right. Then see you at lunch!”
“Yes. Let’s go. Joo Ha-yeon, follow me too!”
When the conversation with Chorin was over, Gaon led Hayeon, who was still studying with chopsticks in the air, outside.
Even as she was being dragged away, she did not take her eyes off her book. I was happy to see her motivated, but it gave me goosebumps because her obsession with sex was so strong.
Arriving at her clearing, Gaon threw one of her spears, Hanja Lu, in her hand at Ha-yeon. As if the events of the two days had been absorbed in her body, she didn’t even look away and grabbed her spear and spun it in her grasp.
“Ju Ha-yeon, it is important to memorize blood, but it is also important to train so that the technique does not become dull. Wake.”
“… Yes. Sorry.”
At this time, Ha-yeon put her book on the chair on one side and raised the window, as if she had definitely learned what would happen if she didn’t listen.
Apparently, in Ha-yeon’s case, it seems that her concentration rises when she has a clear goal. When she was caught with the product of sex, she began to show unusual abilities.
Ha-yeon, who had been engrossed in books until just now, was now completely integrated with her spear. Her sharp momentum made it even harder to target her gaps.
Gaon had thought about it many times before, but she insisted that offering sex as a reward was a good choice, and she rushed at Hayeon.
… The dull sound of her blows awakens her silence.
***
Three days later, I finally got an appointment with Viscount Kielun. Gaon went out the front door for breakfast.
“Ju Ha-yeon, study alone in your room until lunch today. Got it?”
“Yes! Master.”
“Gaon, then see you later! I will prepare lunch in advance.”
“Yes. Then let’s go.”
After briefly greeting the two, Gaon left the villa and headed to the banquet where the viscount was waiting. When he arrived at the entrance, Butler Albert had already met him.
Next to him was Yoo Ji-hee.
“Long time no see. Gaon Kyung. I will take you to the dinner table.”
“Yes. Nice to meet you. Deacon Albert, Yoo Ji-hee.”
As he answered Albert, he greeted Yoo Ji-hee, and she smiled and bowed her head in front of her.
She seemed to be doing well under Albert, judging by the improved complexion and the bright expression on her face.
She seems to meet Ha-yeon often, but since it’s been a month since she met him properly, there was a slightly awkward atmosphere.
After greeting each other, they guided Gaon inside. The interior hasn’t changed much. Moving across the corridor with familiarity, she quickly reached the entrance to the banquet hall.
Smart.
“My lord. Gaon-gyeong has arrived.”
As soon as a knock announces the arrival, an answer is heard from beyond the door.
─Let it go.
“Come in. Gaonkyung.”
“Yes, thank you.”
I nodded slightly to Albert, who lowered his head and stepped aside, opened the door, and entered the banquet hall.
Gorgeous crystal chandelier hanging from the ceiling. Candlesticks hanging all over the walls to illuminate the interior. And even the long table in the middle of the room and the many foods placed on it. It was a familiar sight that I had seen several times before.
The Viscount, who was sitting in the seat of honor, stood up with a welcome smile.
“Come on. Long time no see. How have you been?”
“Long time no see. Viscount Sir. Thank you for taking the time personally.”
“Haha! It’s nothing like this. Since you are wonderfully keeping your promise, shouldn’t I also repay you?”
When it comes to promises, there is only one.
‘It’s really out of hand.’
As for Gaon, Aris Kielune, who was only 15 years old, didn’t agree with him, so he was just treating her normally, but it seems that it was different for the Viscount.
From his point of view, it’s just really satisfying that he doesn’t hold grudges against a pretty, cute, kind, and charming child like his own daughter.
Gaon, who exchanged a simple greeting, followed the maid’s guidance and put his buttocks on the other side of hers. It was only after putting the napkin around his neck that the viscount raised the tableware and announced the start of the meal.
“Then take it. Let’s get to the point after filling our stomachs properly.”
“Yes. Thank you for your consideration.”
Two men can’t have much to talk about.
The meal proceeded quietly. We didn’t talk useless to each other and just enjoyed our food leisurely.
I’ve eaten Chorin’s food every day for the past month, but still, it’s hard to compare the love of a professional chef.
Taking responsibility for the food that the head of a viscount family eats can be compared to somewhere between a two-star and three-star Michelin star on Earth.
In one word, it means incredibly delicious.
As if to prove him, the movement of the spoon to and from the plate continued to speed up, and he was exposed to the floor before 5 minutes had passed.
When he was somewhat full, the Viscount wiped his mouth with a napkin and said,
“Yeah, I heard you want to rent a space to practice in the winter. Is it true?”
“Yes, that’s right. When it snows, it’s hard to practice outside. Of course you don’t have to worry too much. It just feels good to be there.”
“Right. Well then, I’ll send the Rijeni sir tomorrow. After all, there is an internal training room that knights use for training. Do you have any other requests besides that?”
“… Any other favors?”
It can be seen that he is doing a great favor just by renting a training room, but he did not stop there and was surprised when he asked if there was another request.
I never thought that the Viscount would treat them like this.
When Gaon asked again, the viscount explained step by step with a smile saying that he understood.
“That’s right. I’ve been learning about Earthlings for the last few months. Now that I see it, they say you couldn’t feel mana at all on your planet. But as far as I know, you defeated the Beasts who reached the 6-star level. Then this kind of favor is worth doing.”
“…’
I guess I know roughly what you’re talking about.
In Gaon’s memory, there is no Earthling who has reached the level of six stars at this time. Then there was a high probability that he knew that he was the strongest among Earthlings.
Later on, Gaon realizes that a person of his level will become strong enough to be untouchable, and he tries to do good in advance by doing good.
‘It’s not bad.’
This is not bad news for Gaon either.
Now, in a little over a month and a half, I will have to go to the Barrymore estate, but I needed some help with the plan.
Although he has devised other methods of his own, he will be able to carry out his plan much easier with the Viscount’s help.
Gaon, who was quietly exchanging glances with the Viscount, nodded his head and said.
“Then could you connect me to a blacksmith in the Barrymore estate?”
“Looks like you’re thinking of going to the Barrymore estate.”
“Yes. There are reasons to visit.”
“Hmm… Barrymore estate… “
Viscount Kielune patted his beard, drooling softly. Just looking at it, it seemed that there was something bothering me.
“Are there any problems?”
“No, no. That’s not right. It’s just that I have a personal connection with the Countess of Barrymore. To be precise, there is a connection with the Countess’s birth family, Viscount Uzren.”
Priscilla Barrymore.
As the hostess of the Earl of Barrymore, she is also a very important figure for his plans.
But that’s for later.
For now, the priority is to finish the deal with Viscount Kielun.
“Okay. So, the connection with the black dealer… Would that be possible?”
Black traders usually refer to those who buy and sell illegal goods that are prohibited from distribution or valuables of unknown origin.
Although the price of goods is a little higher than in Yangji, it could be seen as perfect for hiding one’s identity.
In the case of black merchants, it was not an exaggeration to say that they were perfect in terms of security, as they were in contact with various powerful people.
When Gaon mentioned the business again, the viscount had been stroking his beard with a worried face until then, then made a sorry expression and replied with a shy smile.
“Haha… I’m sorry. I sold my eyes for a moment. I will grant you that request. I’ll put you in touch with a black trader you know personally. I will write you a letter of introduction.”
“Thank you. Be aware.”
“It’s okay. It’s not like I just do it without asking.”
“Of course. If you have any trouble later, call me anytime.”
“Thank you for saying that. Let’s eat now.”
At the same time as the Viscount beckoned, the waiters who had been waiting in advance brought out the food. When you open the cover of the round tray, you can see a properly cooked steak. My mouth watered at the fragrant smell.
When I cut through the meat with a knife, I could see the flesh with a slight hint of pink blood. It is medium rare. At this level, it will melt like ice cream as soon as you put it in your mouth.
Gaon could not hold back his hunger and quickly stuffed the meat into his mouth.
“Um… !”
Juice bursts out as soon as you chew the meat with your teeth.
The skin was so fine that every time he moved his jaw, it was torn apart and disintegrated.
Even so, the unique flavor and texture were the same, so there was no shortage of ecstasy.
‘Things went well.’
The mouth was pleasant, and the purpose of today’s visit was also exceeded. Couldn’t be more satisfying than this. Gaon leisurely sliced the meat and put it back into his mouth.
A week later, in the middle of the night, Ha-yeon came to visit him.
“Master, I memorized half of it! Have sex!!”
