Chapter 122

Chapter 122

Translator: Yonnee

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In the end though, Schubert just shrugged.

“Well, it’s your life, so.”

With the blasé attitude of not having anything to do with it, Schubert continued to stare at me for an unusually long period.

“Do you have some kind of hobby related to dying?”

“…No?”

What kind of person has a hobby like that?

“I get it now. So it’s your hobby to refuse orders?”

“…That’s still not it?”

“Ah, whatever. I don’t even know why I’m asking you.”

Schubert shook his head and focused on eating his fried chicken again.

What’s this, I guess you’re worried about me.

He seemed to find it difficult to admit he’s concerned for me.

He’s being more casual with me now and it’s an unfamiliar experience, but on his part, he does sound more natural speaking this way. As expected, people can’t be judged based on only their first impression.

This outing was a lot more productive than I originally expected. Schubert and Liam dropped their guards around me. I also met Mercy.

And, I became Blanc’s contractor.

Letting out an exhale, I clasped one hand into a fist.

I could definitely feel the mana flowing within me.

I heard that each and every dragon had differing levels of mana, but it seemed like Blanc had an abundance of potential.

Even so, I was a bit worried about how I entered the contract using my real name, not Rosé’s.

So does that mean that Blanc is under contract with Yoo Jung-in, not Rosé Artius?

But now that it’s come to this, I don’t know how it’s going to affect me.

“Ah, I should get going.”

Schubert checked the time, then stood up from his seat. Seems like it’s time for him to report to Albert.

“See ya later.”

After that satisfying meal, Schubert went to Albert, right after Liam was done talking with the prince. As he turned back, I asked Schubert to let Liam know that there’s some chicken set aside for him, then I headed towards the library where Blanc was right now.

I pulled out a few books from the shelves, ones about magic. They were all about the fundamentals, such as how to wield magic.

I got permission from Liam to pack up, so Blanc and I did it together. Then, we sat down in front of the room where Albert still was, talking to his subordinates.

Even with the piercing stares of the passing attendants, I wasn’t ashamed.

“Zzzz…”

Because Blanc couldn’t sleep while I was having that nightmare, he soon fell asleep here.

After some time of waiting, the door finally opened. With the knob in his hand, Albert found me like that. He blinked once.

I soon jumped to my feet and smiled.

“All preparations for our departure are done, Prince.”

“It must’ve been a lot. Great job.”

His countenance right now, with this rather calm answer along with those curved eyes, was the complete opposite from what I was expecting. So, I was left confused.

“That must be heavy. Let me get that for you.”

Albert took the dimensional pouch from my hand. Then, he leaned towards me.

“Let’s go, Rosé.”

Albert smiled the way he usually did.

Something’s weird. There’s no way Albert’s this easily convinced about me becoming a dragon contractor.

I hugged Blanc tighter in my arms. However, instead of staring at Blanc, his gaze lingered at the back of my hand for a moment, until he looked up again.

“You did a great job with the preparations.”

As he spoke casually, Albert stroked my head.

It’s as if nothing happened just a while ago.

After some brief farewells, we teleported back to the open clearing and soared through the sky.

Albert’s spell was smooth, like flowing water. Much more than Mercy’s.

We neared the tower in no time, where the soldiers guarding the edifice came into sight. Despite how late in the night it was, the soldiers were keeping a close watch on the tower.

There were a lot more troops deployed here now compared to when we left a few days ago. The people below looked like a swarm of ants.

“What a useless endeavor.”

Albert smirked as he glanced down at the soldiers. Even with the droves of people below, this wasn’t enough to make Albert bat an eyelid.

We walked through the air towards the tower’s attic. It was as quiet as when we left it.

Soon enough, we descended to the attic floor. The first thing I did was carry slumbering Blanc to the kitchen. It seemed like he was really tired because he never once tossed in his sleep on our way back.

Climbing the stairs once more, I ran into Albert, who had already changed clothes. Unlike what he wore in Liam’s residence, the shirt he was wearing now was made out of plain, rough fabric. Still though, I’m much more used to seeing him like this.

It came as a realization that we’re back in the tower yet again. We won’t need to stay here for that much longer, but…

There’s still some time left for me to be alone together with Albert. Since it’s like this, then it’s good to take advantage of this opportunity.

“Prince, I guess you really aren’t upset.”

I said this as I tried to lightly gauge his mood.

Albert looked back at me with his arms crossed in front of him. With a languid tone, he answered back.

“Would it matter to you if I was?”

…If you’re answering like this, are you sure you’re not angry anymore? Then again, him not being angry would stress me out more.

Albert was much too used to erasing his emotions.

“Prince, while we’re in the tower, I’ll do anything—whatever it is. Please leave it all to me.”

“You’re expecting a give and take, aren’t you?”

As expected, I got caught. Hehe. I laughed for a second, but I soon continued energetically.

“Since I’m already shameless enough, I would like to ask Your Highness to teach me magic please!”

Albert stared at me for a moment.

“So you’ll do anything to ease my anger…”

“Yes, sir.”

Albert’s eyes curved into crescent moons, resembling the one lighting up the night sky.

“Then, from now on, you’re going to sleep next to me.”