Even though I had been disinherited from the family of Count Schafe and now lived alone as a teacher, I still heard the rumours that she had returned to the capital.
Thats why, I had held so hope that in so way, in so form, we might et again.
There was so much I wanted to thank her for, so much of what I had accomplished I wanted to show her. There was so much that I wanted to tell her.
But, the one thing I really wanted to say to her, at least, was that Im glad she managed to return back alive. However
Ah, damn it, what do you think youre doing!? If you thrash around that much, youll hurt your neck!
Just what was this? Why was I having to struggle to get Master down from the trap she was hanging upside down in? What kind of stupid excuse for a heartfelt reunion was this?
Ugh I just ca here to see my cute little disciple But whats with the strength?
Was it because of my words or the enchantnt on the rope? At any rate, her body relaxed.
Well, theres definitely a few things to this rope. Just staying conscious is actually quite impressive.
A weakening spell, a coma-inducing curse, a paralysis enchantnt I encountered a few other spells I didnt even rember putting into this length of rope as I slowly and carefully disenchanted the thing.
Although, the first person who ever triggered my trap was Master but perhaps this level of spellmanship is ineffective against her? It needs more refinent
After sixteen years, even my adorable disciple has gotten taller than And you can even cast forbidden curses like that now
As I was lost in thought, I heard Masters voice in my ear.
Whilst Im glad to hear the praise, whats really quite staggering is that in just a few minutes Master has beco the only person to ever see my true side like this. At any rate, it wouldnt do to be overly pleased, so I tried to answer her back coldly.
Well, I have no lack of enemies. Whats more, people would truly be shocked if they saw what I held in this room. Honestly speaking, this much security isnt even enough.
One of the hidden rooms that I inherited from Master.
When she finally freed herself from the cursed rope, I motioned to the collections on the shelves around us and a nostalgic smile spread across her face.
So, whats the real reason that you suddenly ca here at this ti? Youre not going to lie about just being in the neighbourhood, are you?
It was already the dead of night. If I hadnt realized that she, or so other intruder, had broken into this room of mine, I would already be asleep by now.
Since she was the one who taught how to set up a magical alarm system, surely she must have known that I would rush here straight away after she triggered it, since there was no way I could just go to bed knowing there was an intruder. I wish she could have just paid a visit during the day, though.
When I questioned her doubtfully, she shook her head.
No, its true, you know? Have a look at this.
What she pulled out of her dress pocket was a mask with feline-like features, but only made so that it would cover the top part of her face.
A mask. The middle of the night. I didnt have any information about any sort of gathering happening nearby tonight So, it was sothing like that, then?
Ahh, a masquerade ball, was there sothing like that happening around here tonight?
A masquerade. Although clandestine etings were often done wearing masks, balls and parties held behind closed doors with such disguises were popular in the capital, often leading to one night onlyrendezvousof sorts.
Noticing my barely disguised derision of the entire sordid practice, she spat out a sigh.
Right. Apparently, Im officially a widow now? Im not sure how, since I was never married, but thats happened all the sa. One of the morons from my parents house tried to hit on , asking if I had a taste for such things. Damn it all, sixteen years have passed and theyre all still such shitheads!
Uwah She really hasnt changed much either, though After laughing venomously, she continued angrily.
The old man Marschner must have heard about everything that happened and is trying to pull back into the fold. But, I couldnt think of anything else I wanted to do less, so I faked an illness and thought that would be the end of it, but then I realized that the venue was unexpectedly quite close to the school. So, after sleeping for a while, I slipped away in the middle of the night to co and see my cute little disciple again, thats all.
Just who was trying to suit her? Actually, I really shouldnt ask.
As I caught myself glaring at the mask when listening to that unsavoury story, she threw it at as I barely caught it in ti.
Here, take it. The mask itself is a sign of invitation, so if you wear it youll be allowed into the venue. Whether youre interested in gathering so intelligence or just playing with fire, itll be useful either way.
No, but, this is a womans mask, isnt it?
Surely, as an outcast of a noble it was difficult to gather information in aristocratic circles so getting into such a venue would be invaluable, but theres no chance I would be allowed through the door wearing a mask like this. In the first place, Im not really that interested in playing with fire.
When I said that, she clapped her hands together forcefully.
Is that so? Then, you dont want it?
No, Ill take it. Besides, I dont want you to have sothing like this on you.
Oho?
It seed like she caught the intention of my words as she craned her neck up at .
Because youre the master thats precious to , and Ive always admired. Id rather not see you get caught up in sothing dangerous.
When she heard that, she covered up her grin as she giggled happily.
Oh my, Leon, you really have gotten big, huh~?
She didnt have any rcy for her disciple, as I didnt mince my words.
Yes, thats right, Im already the sa age as your husband was back then.
Then, I took a step. She watched calmly as I stepped closer towards her.
Ah, thats right, isnt it? But, for , to love anyone other than August is
She spoke the truth. There wasnt any trembling in her voice, if I pushed her too hard here she would go on to firmly reject .
I know. But you saved , so I admire and respect you, and if theres anything I can ever do for you, I want to do it. Thats all I was thinking.
For now, at least. But, I left that last part out.
When she heard those words of mine, that sly smile returned to her lips.
Is that so? Well then, when it cos to my little Finne, could I askMister Leonto give her so supplentary lessons?
Seeing that she was trying to lighten the mood a little bit, I smiled as well as I replied.
That seems like an awful pain, I dont want to do it. Besides, even if I dont do anything, Im sure that elder sister of hers Liselotte Riefenstahl will do sothing anyway.
What a heartless disciple you are! As your Master, I dont rember raising you to be such a cruel child!
I dont rember you raising in the first place.
As I caught her eye, we both cracked into grins as we laughed.
Even if she wont let get closer than this, for now, it isnt so bad either.
Hey, Master on that day, why did you decide to make your disciple?
As a soft silence descended after our laughter, I gently decided to ask the question that had been burning ever since we parted.
Hmm~ Well, compared to most people, Ive always sort of lived on instinct. That was the reason I picked up Karschen that day in the kitchen as well, but if you ask for a specific reason, hmm
She paused as if she were chewing on the words before finally letting them out.
Well, if you were going to twist my hand for an answer, when I saw you that day you had a face that looked like it was saying Ive already given up, so I guess I wanted to see it crack a smile soday, or sothing like that?
Hearing her words, I couldnt stop the big smile creeping to my face, which the Fairy Princess returned with her own soft and elegant smile.
I may have surpassed her when it ca to spell casting and forbidden curses, but when it ca to wearing masks, Im not sure Ill ever surpass Master. And, for so reason, that made happy.
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