The man who suddenly appeared before me and started introducing himself was someone named "Finn."
As I debated how best to turn down the conversation, he prattled on as if I had given him permission to speak.
ââ¦Furthermore, my spear skills have proven effective not only in combat against monsters but also in duels against other warriors. If you were to employ me in the Blackwood territory, I could assist in addressing various public safety issuesâ¦â
âAh, Iâm sorry, but now isnât a good time. Could you discuss employment matters with Ethan later?â
âOh, um⦠sure. Then Iâll speak with the Young Lord Blackwood next timeâ¦â
âNo, please speak directly with Ethan about this. I really must goâ¦â
Feeling a spine-chilling sense of urgency, I hastily ended the conversation with Finn.@@novelbin@@
Although Ethan was still occupied with a meeting and hadnât arrived at the banquet yet, I couldnât shake the thought that he might somehow be watching me from afar.
If I had to endure an unavoidable conversation that triggered the switch, I wouldnât complainâbut being caught in this situation with a character who isnât even a named extra felt unfair.
âGood evening, Lady Rosewood. I am Ben from the Swordsmanship Club. Weâve met a few times during Professor Haroldâs magic swordsmanship lessonsâ¦â