Chapter 31 – Open your mouth
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I picked up a medicine and opened its lid. I get it as it looks the most helpful to Ricdorian's state. There was a bitter smell of medicinal herbs as soon as it was opened.
"Well, it's not the smell I least expected. You can no longer endure the pain, right? Good medicine is the best for the body. It will hurt for a while but then your wounds will heal faster."
Ricdorian: "…"
Now he accepted my hand without making a sound and without flinching. To boot, he also patiently closed his moist eyes.
This made me wonder.
Do you feel so ashamed?
Or not…Do you hate it that much?
"Huh, hey, a little slower…slower"
"…why do you talk like that?" You're giving me the wrong idea, mister.
I thought my cold hands might be a little irritating to his skin as it was extremely hot right now.
It's comforting for me though as it gives warmth to my cold hands.
"What do you mean?"
I shook my head and moved my hands slower than before.
I applied the medicine starting from his face, went down and stopped at the neck and collarbone. My hand that enters the recesses of the inside of the collarbone move slowly, from side to side. At this point, I can't help but to become aware.
If I apply the medicine quickly, I would have easily done treating him. But.. It's getting slow. I must be crazy right now. This also contributed to the increased redness and warmth of his skin.
As of the moment, only the sound of our breaths were heard. The silence filling the empty room made me a little uncomfortable, but that was it. I took out another finger of medicine and put it on him. I badly wanted to finish this. It's getting hot in here.
Hooh!
Soon, I applied the medicine all the way under the thighs….between his wrists and ankles….and torn clothes. I lifted up his hand that I was holding onto, and then blew on it.
"Huh."
Flutters.
"Why are you shaking?"
"wi…wi… Wind!"
"Why, it's just your hand. I blow it up to dry. I have to do this especially in that area because of the handcuffs."
Once again, I blew on his hand.
"…oh..oh..ah, just one time is enough… I think you did enough."
"Can't you stop moaning?"
Why do you test a good woman? I'm getting the wrong ideas here!
His forehead furrowed and then gazed at me with wide eyes.
Oh my gosh! I swallowed my saliva because I saw his jade-like tears rolling in his cheeks….He's crying again!
But no. I'd rather not look.
"That's it. Next…Is the painkiller. That's right. It's a painkiller."
The round medicine rolled in the glass bottle like a ring. I laid my eyes on Ricdorian, staring at me in wonder.
"I'm supposed to eat this first, to test how much longer it lasts but I forgot to do it because I was in a hurry to treat you." He didn't understand.
I'm sure he needs painkillers. In fact, I visited Ricdorian yesterday but I couldn't get inside the cell. The items that I asked did not arrive yet. I was worried about him all this time.
Since I couldn't get in, I just stood outside then I heard him groaning. His loud groan echoed inside the cell.
Ughhh…Ahhhhh….Ahhhh…Ughhhh..
It was clear that he was groaning because of how painful it is. He was suffering a great deal of excruciating pain from his wounds and bruises. I couldn't go inside the cell because I know I wouldn't be able to watch him without feeling pity.
And also I hated the fact that despite seeing Ricdorian all beaten up, Hans remained calm, showing no concern for the prisoner. So as soon as the medicine arrived, I immediately came here. I want to ease his pain. I want to cease his suffering.
"Shall we take the medicine now?"
This beaten boy inside the dark cell is nothing compared to what he will be four years from now.
"Medicine?"
"Yes, that's what people take when they are sick. I just want to make you feel better."
My guilty mind always comes in times like this….I'll be out soon….that's what I always thought…Ironically speaking, I can help him because the four years of waiting is quite long.
It's sad.
Just please hold onto this until you're saved one day, Ricdorian.
I know I'm selfish for thinking this way, so I hope Ricdorian will forget all of this and live happily with Francia. I just want and wish him happiness. After all, he had suffered enough already.
"This type of medicine needs to be swallowed."
I said, slightly sweeping his bangs that covered his eyes.
"Can you eat it? I brought it here, and I would be sad if my sincerity is ignored."
"I'll eat, I'll eat."
"Yes, that's good."
He took the pills, his face was still as red as a red rose. He then lifted them up in front of him, but he tilted his head and did nothing after a moment.
"Was something wrong?"
His eyes narrowed as he looked at me, slowly removing the medicine from in front.
"Uh, how do I eat this?"
"Oh, you never tried it before?" He nodded in response.
It was surprising in many ways, but soon I remembered that medicine is usually taken with water. The infirmary had that type of medicine too. The doctor said that it would be hard to swallow a pill without the aid of water.
"You can take it like this. Drink the water, put the medicine inside and then swallow."
However, despite my explanation, he was still unable to swallow the medicine. He was like a little kid who cannot take any medications.
Soon, I stared at him with a stern face. I was wondering if I could grind the medicine, but there were no mortar and pestle or any grinding tool in here. The handcuffs could be used but they are too unsanitary.
Uhmmm, how about this?
"Would you like to give it to me?"
Once I got the pill back from him, I blew the dusts out.
"I'm gonna feed you. Don't say anything else, I will do this because you cannot swallow the medicine."
"Eh, Eh? Ugh, yes."
He hesitated for a while, rolled his eyes, and then nodded lightly.
Oh my, his reddish face looks strange today. It felt a little weird that he was so obedient this time. I tilted my head and I slightly grabbed his chin.
"Open your mouth."
His red lips were partly opened.
Open it more.
Just like what I had commanded in my mind, Ricdorian opened his mouth wider. By that time, I put it inside… using my fingers.
"Uhmm, You can't chew my finger. Okay?"
"ugh..ugh.."
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Chapter 32 – When are you going to let go (1)
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"Yes, I'll push it back on your throat. Don't spit it out. Swallow it. Okay?"
I pressed his tongue so that he wouldn't vomit, and his eyes which automatically watered turned to me. I flinched for a moment at the sight of his moist, wet eyes, but then focused again on his tongue, pretending to be calm.
Cluck.
His soft tongue intertwined with my fingers.
It's better to use my hand in feeding since I can easily push it in his throat.
He stared at me, while my fingers are still inside his mouth, forgetting to take them out at this moment. But after a moment, his stare turned tenacious. Maybe because it's painful for him to swallow the medicine.
The touch of his tongue was so soft as it wrapped around my fingers. I could feel the wetness of it.
In an instant, I'm starting to think about various lewd ideas. And it's definitely not good. Holy crap! My innocence!
I wanted to get my hand out, but I wasn't able to move because his hand was clutching it.
Was he stopping me from going further or he just didn't want my hand out of his mouth? I'm confused.
But No! When are you going to let go of my hand? When it turns red from the tightness of your hold?
Unable to endure the moment of silence, he decided to open his mouth.
"Grrrrr." He suddenly growled at me.
"Huh?" Did his beast side recur?
He tilted his head away.
"Oh, come on." I said impatiently. But he's still growling at me.
"How long are you going to keep it?" I said, referring to my slender fist in captive.
The surprised Ricdorian, who just came back into his senses, let go of my hand immediately.
Oh… Was what he did right now an act that he didn't even realize? So he's still the sane Ricdorian? Good grief.
I wiped my fingers using my other handkerchief and offered the water to Ricodrian. And while he was drinking water, I quickly washed my hands with water from the other bottle and stuffed the medicine container in my pocket.
My gut feeling told me that I shouldn't be here anymore. It was an odd feeling but then I just shrugged it off.
But since I already achieved my main objective for coming here, I decided to leave.
"I'll be going now. Your wounds will no longer hurt tonight. And, I did keep my promise, right?"
I kept my promise to come back. At the same time, I felt it would be better not to make an appointment with him again.
If I keep looking at those strange guilty eyes, I'll declare I'll do anything for him. Like a dedicated soldier ready to sacrifice his own life for his country. The only thing is that he's the country I'm willing to die for….I'm beginning to be like that. And it seems like that thought of mine would declare war on this already messed up plot.
Thinking about that, all I can do is sigh.
"Wait…."
I was surprised.
This is the first time he stopped me this way instead of grabbing my clothes. But soon, I decided to turn my back and ignore him.
Today doesn't seem to be a good day, mister.
As I entered my cell, I sighed deeply. I was so exhausted! Phew. What happened a while ago was so dangerous.
Ricdorian's appearance stimulates a person's heart. He would constantly make me go beyond my boundaries. If he looks like that when he's still a young person, what more when he grows up? Ugh, his features would definitely be way more than a celestial being.
I think it's a pleasure to meet him before he grows up.
If I didn't have self-control earlier, I would have slapped him in the face. And I'm sure he'd be flustered.
My wrist hurt because of what he did!
But there was something in him that I couldn't talk and stop thinking about.
I swept my face down and messed up my hair.
"…what am I even thinking?"
This is all because of the genre of this novel! I shook my head and looked down.
"Oh." I said as I found a piece of paper on the floor.
After lifting it, I soon realized that this was the letter that came with medicine. A letter from my brother.
Did I drop it in a hurry? Must be.
When I opened it, I immediately recognized his neat handwriting.
[My lovely sister. …Are you sick?]
Yes. Still neat and elegant. Well, I also have a neat handwriting but because I requested the medicine in a hurry, I wasn't just able to write beautifully. I pouted, then continued reading the succeeding messages.
[I always worry about you and there's no time I didn't think about you. I miss you.]
My gaze soon stayed on the last passage.
[Shall I go there and visit you?]
My eyes widened, I read the last sentence once again to make sure I'm not hallucinating.
He's coming here?
I tilted my head.
Well, it's not strange. We're family, so it's normal for my brother to come and see me. Especially that this is where Lenag reigns.
Additionally, my family visiting me here seems to be okay. Sure enough, no problems might be encountered. And for sure Lenag wouldn't think twice if they ask him to visit Iana.
Most families of noble prisoners do not visit them because of the tight security and also the fact that aristocrats don't like the prison head, Lenag of the Marquess.
The success of this huge prison is all because of him. His harsh, cold means and lack of humanity in leading this prison had brought it to its triumph. As what I had heard from the prisoners.
It is said that the Lenag came from a place where he dominates. He is fond of controlling things so it is expected for him to go to a place where he is in authority. And this prison is the perfect place for that.
Of course, it's sudden for my brother to say that he would visit me. But it wasn't really a bad thing for him to do.
I am not that excited to meet him but my face right now is a bit pale. So far, They've sent me this and that. And, I just couldn't face them right now when the issue about those alcoholic drinks and cigarettes I've asked for is still fresh.
Although I don't know what this brother thinks about Iana. But still.
"What was really their relationship? Are they close?"
I've heard that I've been taken in place of my brother and father's sins, and those who have been taken here in place of a family member have been at odds with the family that put them in here.
If I get out of here. I'm gonna turn my brother into a dead man! I'm going to make it his worst nightmare!
Remembering what Sally just said, I wonder if my brother and I have the same relationship as what Sally and her brother have. I looked at her in the next room, who was chewing food. I shook my head and remembered another prisoner who has a similar situation but instead of getting mad he just accepted his undesirable but inevitable situation.
This is what prisoners in Kambrakam feel: it's either anguish or resignation.
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Chapter 33 – When are you going to let go (2)
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But the good news is, I didn't think much about those because I wasn't the true Iana in the first place.
"Hmm. Are you being nice to me because you're sorry?"
So my older brother who sends me a lot of things feels sorry and will do things for me. I appreciate the materials he sends and I'm using those well, but what should I think?
Anyway, as stated in the letter, he's worried about me, right? I was confused for a while but his neat handwriting distracted me from my thoughts earlier.
Since he's a family maybe I resemble some of his facial features. So in less than a minute, I turned my head slightly and looked in the mirror.
I wonder what my brother looks like?
I put my hands on my waist and proudly said..
"If you look like me then, you're a good looking guy." I grinned.
In the mirror, I have light pink hair. A dark impression could also be perceived on my pale-colored eyes… A very mild impression…seems like this is something that I inherited from them as accomplice of the villains.
Jade hairpins suit very well with my hair. I must've inherited all these hair ornaments from my mother. Was she a warm woman?….I don't have any idea at all.
In addition, my eyelashes were so long and plentiful that I feel like I am a deer. I could see my pale purple eyes. It was a strange color with a bit of redness.
To be honest, I think the actions and behavior of the guards and fellow prisoners who are nice to me might be because I am somewhat good looking.
I laughed. I sound conceited right now.
But I look pretty, though.
That just means that my brother is of handsome features. Perhaps my brother had a similar hair color to me. Siblings, right?
"Okay, but I have never encountered a man with pink hair. That would be surreal."
And none of the main characters in the book have the same pink hair as me. Iana reminded me of the fact that she is so far from the main characters of this novel.
Soon, I opened the desk drawer and placed the letter on top of the stacked up letters. There were already a lot of neatly arranged letters on the left side of it. Although most of these are empty stationeries.
I sneered as I looked at the letters piled up and closed the drawer. Then I lay on my bed and closed my eyes.
"Ahh, applying medicine was a very tiring job."
Suddenly, my fingers got itchy. I wondered why this was happening but I was too tired to think of anything so I decided to sleep.
A few days later, the rain that was falling hard stopped for a while, and the sunny sky showed up again.
The day was clear but taking a walk on the muddy ground was such a bother.
This country is experiencing an intermittent rainy season. And therefore, most of the noble prisoners are crowding in the living room.
"This might be the last rainy season for this year."
As always, I nodded as I listened to Baron, who likes to explain and share various hearsays. Then I looked around inside and tilted my head.
It's strange that the atmosphere wasn't that exciting. It wasn't like I was bored, it's just that it was noisier today than the other days. I am not talking about the male prisoners but the female ones.
"Haha, really? Are you sure?"
"Yes! I told you so!"
A group of female prisoners filled the sofa area on the right side of the room, chatting in a friendly manner. Some of them even burst out laughing, which was clearly heard in the entire room.
No matter how peaceful a cell is, it will always be an enclosed area. Loud noises are easily echoed.
A desolate place, nothing more.
A while ago, there was a prisoner who cried endlessly because of the sadness he felt while being locked up.
Because of them, the serene and calmness of the living room had turned chaotic andnoisy. Moreover, there were more women inside the prison who claimed the crime of their family than those who committed bad deeds.
As I looked around, I saw Sally also chatting but rather she was a type of prisoner who has a calm ingenuity.
"It's quite a mess today."
Moreover, Sally is having a pleasant conversation with another prisoner, who is a cafe house owner, with a slight blush in her cheeks.
I was wondering what was going on, but I decided to not bother and got up from my seat as I have other plans for today.
All I did was steal a bunch of cookies on the table into my pocket. The pastries served in the living room taste better than the ones given at mealtimes. This was the real reason why I came here today.
In fact, I said it was a secret, but the way Baron questioned me was enough to make the guards look at us.
"Where are you going?"
"An exciting adventure?" I said nervously.
I waved at Baron and left the room in a hurry.
Of course, I was headed to Ricdorian's cell.
Screech.
As soon as I reached the cell, I opened it. Right now, I was accustomed to the rusty sound of the bars opening.
"Hello, Hans."
As usual, I greeted Hans and handed him the cigarettes in exchange for my visit in Ricdorian's cell. I stepped inside and the smell didn't feel any more breathtaking. It's still a bit annoying thinking that he was beaten up to that extent, so the next time, I'll ask my brother to bring detailed directions about the medicines.
"Arfff?"
"Hi." I said and Ricdorian looked up to me. His beast side is now welcoming me to his manor.
"Arff!" He barked at me with excitement.
His round eyes were filled with joy. I paused for a while and then walked towards him….hmmm, he grew up a little.
It was strange but he looked bigger than before. It's not that much, but it's a subtle difference.
It's been two months since the last time I saw him, and he grew bigger in this short period of time.
"I must have been dreaming."
I sat down in front of Ricdorian. I tickled his chin because he looked like he was waiting for me to do it, and then I stroked his hair.
"Today's snacks are cookies. You like cookies, right?"
When I removed the wrapper, Ricdorian grabbed the cookie and devoured it as if he hadn't eaten for a long time. But no matter how hastily he ate the cookies, some of them were spilled on the floor.
"Oh, wait a minute!"
Seeing him looking at the remnants on the floor, I hurriedly grabbed him by the head….No, wait a minute. Stop!
You can't eat those! Those are dirty!
"No, no, no!"
Ricdorian! Let's protect our dignity as human beings!
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Chapter 34 – The prince trapped in the tower
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I grabbed his head, stopping him from what he was about to do.
"No, wait. Stop!"
Ricdorian blinked his eyes and then quivered the moment I held his head.
"Arfff. Grrrrrrr. Grrrrr."
"No, you can't eat those." What a stubborn man!
"Arfff. Arfff."
"Stop pretending like a cute puppy. Stay still and wait."
Even though the floor is filthy, he's still trying to pick up the fallen cookie crumbs. I scanned the ground and it seemed like it was never touched by a cleaner for like decades. I doubt if it was even cleaned at all…
But, this is not the right time to think about cleanliness.
"Come on, I'll give you a new one. Eat this instead." I said as I offered another pocket of cookies. "Why are you trying to eat something that fell on the floor, huh?"
"Arfff!"
"…do you think you can stop people from talking if you bark like that?"
Isn't it ironic that he was talking to me with dog words but I can still understand him? Maybe I'm already turning into a dog, too! No way! I shook away that horrible thought.
As I settled my sight at Ricdorian who had already eaten half of the cookie, I remembered the thing I brought aside from those treats.
"Hey, wanna see this? Ta-da! Guess what this is!"
This is what I've been trying to do with Ricdorian recently.
"It's a book, a book!" I said happily.
It was a fairy tale book with occasional paintings that I took from a small library inside the prison. I have no idea why there's a library inside but according to Baron, a noble aristocrat's hobby is reading various books. However, I haven't read about that in the novel.
Anyway, the limited recreation built for noble prisoners is a wonderful idea. I guess that's the reason why most of them are not bored spending their sentenced time in jail.
"Well, come to think of it, I know you listen and understand what I read, but it doesn't make sense that you can't talk when your other side is awake."
"Arfff?"
"Hmmm? Not that crap. What I mean is talking using the language people use, not the way a dog talks."
Come to think of it, I'm sure that the Ricdorian I read in the novel is still a human being whenever he turns into a beast. Moreover, it was said that he learned or was trained to talk until he met the heroine. But it doesn't seem like that when I met him. Well, obviously I'm not the heroine but if you're talking to people anyways, wouldn't it be better to understand each other?
"But it's strange that you're still acting like a dog." Can I keep up with these when all he does is act like a puppy?
"No, don't lick."
"Arff! Arfff!"
"…wait."
Cluck.
No. Why don't you listen to me?
I sighed heavily and opened the book. Right, he might change if I try to teach him. After all, it wouldn't be long until I would be released from prison anyway. I reminded myself.
"Come on, listen. No. Don't turn around hastily. You don't even have a tail. Stop and sit down!"
Thud.
"…Good job. Sit right here."
I can't understand what he was trying to express by spinning around, acting like a dog when he doesn't even have a tail. I thought his behavior was getting better and better. I sighed. I guess not. He still has a long way to go.
"This is a star, and this is a moon. That's it. Let's start with something simple. Now, do the moon."
"Arfff!"
"…now do the sun"
"Arff! Arff"
"…you don't have the will, do you?
I grabbed his cheek and pinched it really hard. He groaned at my grasp. After walking and being together with him for months, I've found out that he no longer shows his teeth or grits it. Of course, his eyes are still fierce, but through time, I got used to it. Furthermore, he doesn't bite me whenever I pinch him like this.
"No, that's wrong. Not a big star!"
"Arrff?"
"No, stop acting like a dog."
I've tried teaching him a few times, but he just can't get it right. Soon, I heard him growl like a mad dog, so I decided to put down the book.
But I still didn't give up so I opened a fairy tale book that has more stories than pictures. That's it, if he keeps listening, maybe he'll talk in the near future.
"…so she finally met the prince who was born with a curse."
I glanced at Ricdorian and for some reason, he just sat quietly, listening to the story.
I tilted my head and continued looking at him. That's amazing. A few minutes ago, he couldn't stay still but look at him now, he's like a very disciplined little kid listening to bedtime stories. He seemed to be very indulged with it.
Not long after, I turned my eyes back to the book and continued reading the story.
"The prince was bitten by a dragon. His wounds were worse, and his clothes were burning. The girl asked the prince if he was in pain. And the prince asked in response to her question,'What is pain?'"
Fairy tales are of typical content. But this story was about a prince who was locked in the tower, and the warriors came to the rescue. Usually, the princess is locked in the tower, however this fairytale story is unique. How odd.
In fact, this story was a little different because the main character went to save the male lead as if she was his destined queen.
"'I don't know what it's like to be in pain.'The prince's words made the girl cry and grieve in sadness. 'What the prince is feeling right now. Something hot and stingy. That means you're in pain.'This time, the girl decided to save the prince. But in order to save him, she has to defeat a bad and mighty dragon."
Eventually, the girl defeated the dragon with nothing but wisdom as her weapon. And the moment the dragon collapsed, the girl rescued the princelifting the curse and they lived happily ever after. That was the end of the story.
As soon as I read the last passage, I lifted my head slightly and thought of something.. It turns out Ricdorian has the same situation as that prince trapped in a tower.
Only that, he was in prison. Behind these rotten cell bars that separates him from his freedom.
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Chapter 35 – Who are you?
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"The lady who rescued the man is the heroine."
The heroine of this novel had bright scarlet hair. And as far as I remember, Ricdorian would always compare her beauty to thecolor emitted by asunset, which was very sweet and beautiful.
The relationship of the male lead and the female lead in this novel was really a match made in heaven. Well, I also read that Francia is really pretty.
Being released from the curse and living happily ever after, it's exactly the same with Ricdorian's situation.
Before I knew it, the quiet Ricdorian instantly turned his face towards me. I pushed his head away to create some distance between us but he's so big that I felt like pushing himwon't sway him at all. He may look thin but his body was so firm and masculine. I knew it after touching him.
"Stop pushing. I'll fall."
He supported himself with one arm and slightly leaned forward in accordance to his strength, trying not to fall. And then he took my hand and sniffed it. Uh oh, my hands smell like cookies right now.
Suddenly, I spoke as I carefully stroked his hair like a silver thread.
"You know, I have an older brother. He said he is coming and that he'll visit me in prison soon."
Ricdorian, who was rubbing his cheek and sweeping his hair, lifted his head slightly. Today, I might not be able to see his rational side.And it wonders me when is the right time for his changes to occur. But I guess that time would be really hard to predict.
"I'm curious about my brother's face. On the other hand, I don't think it will matter if we don't look alike."
Ricdorian: "…"
I kept talking even though I didn't get any response from Ricdorian.
My brother said he would come and visit me, but I haven't heard much since the last letter he sent me. Even though he only said it once, it really made me a lot more curious about him.
I slowly tilted my head and smiled slightly at Ricdorian.
"I wish you could speak a little bit of human language."
I'd like to talk to you but since you are a beast right now, I guess it would be difficult. Right?
"It's been a long time since the first time we've and my life has became a little boring."
The prison was more regular than I imagined but a bit more demanding that rules concerning prisoners' behavior are obeyed and observed.
Soon, Ricdorian's hands that he used in rubbing his cheeks and sweeping his hair a while ago were now put together on the floor.
Hmmm. It's been five months since I came here. That's a long time huh?
"When can I get out of prison?"
I stroked his head once more and got up from my seat.
"See you again."
Then I gave him the leftover cookies and turned my back.
Bang.
At the last minute, I thought the cookies fell down to the ground, but I might be mistaken. There's no way he'd smash or even let his food fall in the ground.
My brother said he would come, but the news really left me hanging for a few days. No, it wasn't entirely a news. This is not the first time they left me hanging.
After that day, a letter arrived again.
However, there was no written message in it with regards to what he previously wrote about him visiting me or worrying about me.
"Did he just write that without really intending to do it?"
I stared at the blue sky and felt like I was at a total loss this time. It was subtle to say that it was regrettable. I just wanted to see Iana's family once.
Slowly, I went back to my first memory here in prison. If I remember correctly, when I first opened my eyes here, I saw a white ceiling. I woke up in the infirmary of the prison.
Oh, are you awake now? Oh, my God! Your heart stopped beating!
According to the attendant of the infirmary, Iana's heart stopped beating for a while. Furthermore, she said that Iana's body was usually very weak. But somehow I didn't catch a cold ever since I woke up.
In fact, after I opened my eyes and heard about Iana's heart stopped beating, I had a thought that came to my mind like a pure instinct. The original Iana is dead. It was a fact that I accepted naturally, as if someone whispered it to me.
It was very confusing.
Having this form from the very beginning made me uncomfortable. I had a hard time adjusting with all these transitions and irregularities of the occurrences, but I eventually coped up and became myself. This is me right now. I have to live with that fact.
It's a big deal if people would take my situation lightly.
I thought I'd go home one day if I lost some screws.
I knew my life would be easier after I was released from prison, but I'm starting to think that it will not. No, I don't think so. Not after everything that has happened. I feel like trouble follows me wherever I go.
Sigh.
I just want to take a rest somewhere with good air.
Soon, I stared calmly at the beautiful landscape I saw. Right, I don't have to think about it right now. I'll worry about the future when I get there.
"No walk for Ricdorian today."
This morning, I was told that I don't have to come and assist them in Ricdorian's walk. They had a new restraint and had to do some experiments with it.
I decided to stay in the garden instead of the living room because of the complexity of my thoughts. Sitting on the bench, I exhaled. Indeed, breathing the air in the garden was clean and refreshing.
"Are you bored?"
I turned my attention to the person with an unfamiliar voice, then I saw a man smiling.
Who is he? It's my first time seeing him. Without realizing it, I looked through the garden. And saw more prisoners wandering in the garden today than usual.
"Today the garden is open for the prisoners situated in Kambrakam's middle east side. You didn't know that, did you?"
Unlike me, who has a light crime, there were more sinful people inside Kambrakam. Our crimes are not as severe as those people who committed murder, arson and treason.
Those are considered heavy crimes and will never be legalized in this place.
Unlike the people on my floor, who came here instead of their family members, they are the "true sinners." They are dangerous.
"Don't be too wary. I'm not a bad guy."
"Well, I'm pretty sure bad guys are the ones who usually say that."
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Chapter 36 – The Appearance of The Accomplice (1)
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The man, with a good-looking face, shook his head and smiled. I instinctively looked around once again to ensure that I knew the positions of every guard just in case something bad happens. Sure enough, there are more guards today than any other day which I think due to the number of prisoners wandering in the garden.
Now, who is this man?
"I've heard that this time, the prison head was out and brought a lot of guards and therefore were allowed to take a walk with prisoners from the other side because of the insufficient number of jail wardens who will monitor the walk of prisoners from the middle east side. I'm just saying this because I thought you were wondering."
I wasn't really curious about that. But soon, I saw him shrug his shoulders.
"Don't be too wary. This was only applicable to carefully selected prisoners."
"Carefully selected?" That caught my interest.
"Here we go." The man lifted his hands and massaged his temples.
"Only 'normal' people are allowed to walk."
Iobserved the man with keen eyes. His harmonious brown hair, which blends well with the background of the sky like how rainfall goes naturally well with the blue, shook gently.I narrowed my eyes even more and looked at his somewhat mischievous green eyes.
"My name is Jair."
I flinched as soon as I heard him say his name. No wonder why I thought the color combination was so familiar.
"And I really want to meet you for once." He added.
Jair! That's it, Jair Yuta Tupen Foss was a supporting character in the book! He helped the heroine and Ricdorian escape from prison.
I didn't know he was here from the beginning. I thought I'd never meet him.
In this cell, it seems like all important plots were not met. I'm not happy with this. He also said he wanted to meet me. Why are these sudden turn of events so unfamiliar to me?
"I've seen you take a walk before. Well, to be exact, I saw you training someone. You're all done?"
"I don't think you're seeing the right thing."
"You're making it hard for me to say it. I broke out of prison." I looked at him with disapproval…is that something to be proud of?
He's smiling like a good man now, but for all I know, he has an unrivaled ability to escape from prison.
Moreover, in the book, he was not just a person who helped them escape from prison. He was only pretending to be a sinner, and was on the side of the Hel estate. He was also the right-hand man and an aide of Ricdorian, who later became the Archduke.
"Anyway, I got interested when I saw it. Actually, I'm a wizard. I'm sure you know those wizards who have the tendency to turn their eyes around on the streets for research. They're quite famous."
He put his hand on his chest. I frowned at his action.
"If you're really a wizard then you shouldn't just casually tell me that in here, of all places. Should we go to a different prison location?" I said, a bit bothered.
"If you're saying that because you're afraid someone might hear you, we don't have to. Fear none for after all, no one will hear us."
He unfolded his palms. I was surprised and Jair quickly stared at the nearby guard. The guard looked calm. But looking closely, it seems like the focus of the guard's eyes was blurry.
"That guard won't remember anything. Just for the next five minutes." His thick eyes, as green as the forest, gazed at me mischievously.
From what I remember, in the novel, Jair had a very funny personality. He would always make me laugh whenever I read the novel.
"I'm just here to tell you a funny story. About the prisoner you cared for." Jair lowered down his head.
"You know, that's the curse of being an animal? It's an old curse. An ordinary person probably doesn't know."
The curse that came down to Archduke Harnim's Grand Palace was a curse that only a few of them know. So I'll just act like I don't know and talk about it openly to avoid any suspicions.
I couldn't figure out why he was doing this especially that he just suddenly came to me.
"It's a curse to be a beast. When you become an animal, you can't even speak a language. He's only human in appearance, and he's a beast in speech and behavior. But isn't it too uncomfortable and pitiful to live like that? For those who suffer from such a curse, the awakening is just a temporary solution. The wizard is usually part of this."
"Why are you telling me this story?"
"You've also heard of this, right? That's why you're curious."
I frowned a little at his words, which had no more sense. I'm curious, really curious. I wanted to know more about it. Especially the fact that it involves Ricdorian.
"But when I saw the prisoner who was with you, I can tell that you haven't awakened him yet, right? And as long as he hasn't awakened, he would always live a miserable life of repeated words and actions of a beast."
No…. So Ricdorian who wasn't able to speak was because of the curse and not because he was taught how to act and speak like a dog?
I misunderstood everything. Despite learning all of this, I pretended to be calm while hiding the nursery book behind me. And soon, I realized why Jair came to me. Jair was a loyal man who devoted his life to Ricdorian.
I do not know exactly what he's thinking right now, but it seems like he was really doing his best to help Ricdorian. Otherwise, he wouldn't have talked to me at all, tell me about the curse Ricdorian is under and worry about being caught.
And sure enough, he doesn't know what I know.
In the book, when Ricdorian was a beast, Jair used and paid a lot of people to awaken Ricdorian.
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Chapter 37 – The Appearance of The Accomplice (2)
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"As I looked at you, I see that you're quite curious, and I know you've noticed the condition of the prisoner, haven't you?"
"You're not wrong. But are you saying you've seen more than enough?"
"Of course. Escaping is my hobby."
Yeah right. That's his forte.
What an enviable hobby. If I were a felon, I would have done it, escaping from this forlorn place. Give me some tips on how to escape, mister.
"What do you want from me?"
"What?"
"I'm sure you didn't come here to see me just to say something and use me as a protection." The green eyes which seemed to stare at me, bent down. He whistled for a moment and then suddenly froze.
I, on the other hand, felt the burden of those shiny eyes.
"I was hoping you'd help me satisfy my magical curiosity"
"Curiosity?"
"Yes, I am a sorcerer who can awaken him, the prisoner under the beast's curse. I've been studying for a long time, and my hands are itchy as they are dying to awaken him already."
I pretended to be curious, to see the real intentions of Jair. So he's going to cast a spell on him through me? That's it, huh? But why? Why are they taking risks now?
Will that make Ricdorian's prison life more comfortable?
But….
"There's no reason for me to listen anymore."
"Oh, if you turn back and won't help me satisfy my magical curiosity, I won't hurt you…for now."
"Are you threatening me?" I asked him with narrow eyes, not feeling any fear..
I scoffed in disbelief and Jair's eyes have become as thin as a twine.
"It's a joke. I'll help you with anything anytime. You know that having a sorcerer's help is a rare opportunity." I said.
It certainly wasn't a bad deal. But the opportunity to use the sorcery skills of Jair was not beneficial for me. There's no reason for me to use a supporting role.
If I get out of prison, I'll go somewhere that doesn't have anything to do with the original plot, eat well and enjoy my life. And also forget everything!
I was about to look away but later turned my gaze back at him as he said something that caught my attention.
"Maybe the prisoner could use a spoon when eating instead of lying on his stomach and picking up everything from the ground. It sounds like a joke, but it won't be a bad thing for the prisoner either."
Now that's the suggestion I like.It's a better bait than what he said earlier. He should be more straightforward rather than acting as if he was being kind. Moreover, I was also tired of picking up cookies.
"Will it be difficult?"
"Not at all. All you have to do is hand this over."
That's what Jair said, as he raised his one hand. He also explained that he would cast a spell on my hand, so I only need to approach Ricdorian and memorize the incantations.
"This is my magic and it will be activated as soonas I say so."
The magic he created is a temporary magic that only Ricdorian can hear. Based on his fixed plan and sequential explanation, an intentional approach is the most effective way.
"You're very prepared, aren't you?"
"Yes, I've already made it before, and I've been thinking about persuading you. I am smart and I always think in advance." He then winked at me.
Aside from that, I shook my head as I was trying to answer why he was even in this prison.
Why not? He's from the Hel estate's side.
The prisoners inside Kambrakam were mixed. Some were on Archduke Harnim's side but the prison head was on the Chaser's side.
However, realizing that Jair was inside Kambrakam, this just proves that no matter how much the Archduke has forsaken Ricdorian, still he didn't just leave him alone. He has eyes inside this prison.
I was about to say yes and reach out my hand when suddenly, he spoke.
"But what can I do? You have to do this at night."…What?!
"This magic is influenced by the moon's power."
Jair's hand held my wrist indiscreetly. And not long after, a faint light glistened around his hand.
"Hey, what are you talking about? Do you think I can get out of my cell at night?"
"That's why I'm trying to help you."
When Jair pulled something off, a bracelet appeared on my wrist.
It was a green strap bracelet that had a similar color with his eyes and a translucent jewel twinkled in the center.
"You can use this." Jair whispered and a blue light rose on the back of my hand appeared.
As the light disappeared, a stick pattern was drawn on my wrist. Is this a magic symbol?
"That's it."
He grinned. Afterwards, he stepped back a little and clapped.
"With that magic, you'll be fine. But…he may suffer from side effects."
Side effects? I stared at him in a worry but Jair quickly shook his head.
"It's not a big deal. Maybe just a sudden growth? I'll be back soon."
Jair snapped his hand and whispered that he had already unfurled the magic. Then he quickly turned his back.
Being together for a long time is not good for the both of us.
I narrowed my eyes and looked alternately at the blue rose pattern at the back of my hand and the green bracelet on my wrist…..this isn't a big deal, right?
—Midnight
I stood up from my bed and tied my hair. I stuck my curly hair with a pin which made a loud noise, making my eyes open wide.
"Haaaaah…" I sighed in relief.
I need to be careful not to make any noises, especially that I am already heavy-eyed.
It may be due to what happened earlier that I haven't slept all throughout but the main reason is that if I sleep, I might not even wake up at this time.
"I almost fell asleep."
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Chapter 38 – You're more than happy to see me tonight, aren't you? (1)
Translator: SKAISEditor: SKAIS
I always sleep at night, and it was so unusual for me not to do so tonight. Of course, it's natural for every human being to be in a deep slumber at this hour. Besides, I haven't encountered someone who doesn't sleep in the evening.
Thoughts aside, dozing off right now or even just a few seconds of unconsciously closing my eyes would lead me to a deep sleep, which would make me miss the right time to visit Ricdorian without noticing it. So I think it is better to stay awake from the very beginning until in the middle of the night and keep my guard up.
Are you asking if they're more alert at dawn? Of course, they might be. But it's looser in your area than the other side of the prison. That's what I think.
I also heard information about the vigilance of guards at dawn when I pretended to offer a drink to one of the guards I'm close to.
In fact, it's a secret that most prisoners in this area have committed light crimes… and that's why we rarely see roaming guards on our side of the prison at dawn…But still, the nobles cannot go out smoothly. Same goes for escaping this prison.
According to Baron, aristocrats usually stay up all night or play at night in social circles. It's rare for them to sleep at the right time and get up early in the morning—the privilege of being a nobility. Of course, there is a difference between men and women, but he said that the difference was very little.
However, the more the prisoners get used to the regular life inside this prison, the more they adapt to life here, and that is why some of them, especially in our area, prefer resting at night. As a result, this area is very peaceful at dawn to the point where nothing happens.
Sometimes the guards and the prisoners get together and flirt with each other. By the way, did you enjoy what Iana gave you this time?
Aha. The alcohol? I was wondering when I should secretly drink it, and sneak up at dawn.
Hahaha. You're still keeping this a secret from the Chief guard?
Of course.
Apparently, there are a lot of guards in this area… Uhm, five or four on average. I swallowed a lump…I didn't know I'd be playing the role of an undercover agent inside this cell. As if I'm shooting some scenes from a movie.
I silently laughed.
In any case, I've already made up my mind, I am determined this time to do everything, even the impossible. Yeah, I can do this. Well, thinking about it, all I did inside this prison is live an ordinary and a bit dull life. Also, whenever I saw Ricdorian barking, I would always wonder when he would act like a normal human being.
"I was told to use the bracelet first."
As I prepared some candies and other stuff with me, I grabbed the bracelet Jair gave me. The bracelet had three jewels, I firmly rubbed the first one, which was gently placed on the cuff.
"Yaram [야람]"
When Jair muttered the starting incantation, a subtle emission of golden lights wrapped around his body.
"Wow, amazing."
I looked at my hands and the golden light that instantly appeared suddenly vanished. Is this how it works?
"Will they see me?"
I have no choice but to go out and check. I crept to the door, grabbed the doorknob, and muttered another starter incantation. A total of three magic silver jewels hung on this bracelet. The purpose of the second one is to open and silence the sound of a rummaged door.
I stuck my head out through the open door.
Is there anyone?
No, there isn't. There was no one in the quiet hallway.
Of course, for five hours, I counted the number of footsteps I heard. And at this moment, there was no guard on watch in this hallway. The guard is being replaced every 40 minutes, and it would take 5 minutes for the new guard to appear in this area. I have to maximize that time well.
One thing about this area was that it is so peaceful. Which is a good thing for me, right?
I walked silently like a stray cat, even though I knew this was an empty hallway, but knowing that fact didn't make me less nervous.
At the end of the hallway, there is a staircase that goes down, which was usually used in going to the dining hall or the garden. However, as soon as I turned around the corner, I paused. There were guards right in front of the stairs!
I was startled!
I almost screamed…but good thing I managed to hold myself from doing so.
"…huh? Did you hear something?"
"No? Maybe that's just your breathing? You should stop blowing your nose. The noise is killing me."
"Oh, my gosh", I whispered in the air. Were they just taking a break and decided to rest on the stairs, and not because the other was about to be replaced?
The distance between the guards and me was less than three steps. I swerved around and stuck myself to the wall with my hands covering my mouth.
They certainly didn't see me even though I was in front of them. The magic that Jair put on the first jewel, the invisibility spell, was very useful. It made my whole body transparent. I wanna praise Jair's ability right now.
With this magic, your body will become invisible, but only in other people's eyes.
I went down the stairs carefully with my eyes flickering. Fortunately, the conversation between the guards seemed to hide my small footsteps.
After a long and anxious walk, I took a short and deep breath.
"Haah,"…Now I am confident that the magic of Jair was working properly.
After safely overcoming the crisis, I headed to the basement stairs. It was a stairway that leads all the way to the west side of the prison. I turned round after reaching the corner, however, when I reached the wall, I heard footsteps.
"Hey, why is the Prison head back this time, and at dawn? He just came back all of a sudden."
"You were the one who almost lived in prison. Don't you know anything about him or his goals? You know what? Even though the work on the capital is of peak season, he keeps on coming back here. Don't you ever wonder why he's trying to stick to the cell more lately?"
"I think so, too. Maybe he has hidden jewels in his room, that's why he can't leave it for a long time, but why would he leave it in his room of all places?"… Did he?
I was tightly stuck to the wall, and after a group of people had passed, I held out my breath. This time, I heard the footsteps rushing right before the corner. Oh my gosh, I think I'm in trouble.
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Chapter 39 – You're more than happy to see me tonight, aren't you? (2)
Translator: SKAISEditor: SKAIS
Thank goodness no one noticed my presence.
By the way, was Lenag back this dawn? What a workaholic. Sure enough, he might have reached such a position by working hard like that.
Soon, after looking at the back of the guards who passed right through me, I turned my back quickly. Fortunately, I didn't meet any more people until I reached the basement. Well, I can consider myself lucky…for now.
When I finally got down to the last step, I realized my back was sweaty. It is because it took me too long to arrive at the underground.
And when I reached the end, I realized, the change from day to night was very subtle; as I wasn't able to comprehend this unusual place that I'm in right now. I didn't know that the basement that I was so familiar with during the day would feel this strange at night.
I sighed and raised my head a little. Then I saw Hans, who was dozing off in front of the cell.
In the beginning, Hans is not the only jailer assigned in Ricdorian's cell. But after the daily walks of Ricdorian, instead of guarding other prisoners, he became the only jailer exclusively assigned to him.
It may also seem that Ricdorian was assigned to me considering our very close relationship and the fact that my presence is required every time we take a walk. It was a good thing for me, as well.
Hans was kind, decent, and a good person. But, he has a rational, dual, and calculative personality.
Thinking more of Ricdorian, it's unusual to hear him moan in pain and I would really be surprised to see him hurt again this time. At the moment, I couldn't help but think of those days when he was beaten and suffering.
Fortunately, even though Jair wasn't with me, he was smart enough to help me take care of something like this.
Soon, I slowly approached Hans, who was asleep, but I stopped. It was because Hans's eyes opened in an instant.
"Yes, what is it? The flag… Was I mistaken?" Surely, he wouldn't be called a guard for no reason. Like now, even though he is asleep, he's still alert and active.
I shouldn't have taken him lightly.
A cold sweat broke out. I squeezed my sleeves and stepped back a little. And before Hans turned his head, I quickly pressed the bracelet's third jewel three times.
The third gem should be used carefully. The important thing to take note is to use it up close.
And while Hans hadn't seen it, a flood of gold light stuck in his neck…I feel like a cartoon detective.
My name is Conan! Woah, a detective's job is tough. I think we should commend such a profession.
"Oh, what is it? A Mosquito?" Hans, who was patting his neck, muttered, "What is it?" He added, and soon, his eyes closed slowly.
I gradually backed out while breathing heavily, then looked at Hans, who was in deep slumber.
"…I lived." He muttered once more.
That was so close!
Then, I sighed in relief.
I looked at the bracelet with a perplexed look.
The magic that Jair cast on the last jewel was a sleeping spell.
I assure you, even the person with the most considerable mana will fall asleep.
When I heard that, I was shocked. I wonder if it is okay to use this kind of magic to people. But Jair guaranteed the safety of those who were under this spell, so it might be okay. I know he was someone who wouldn't talk nonsense when it comes to magic.
Of course, I also read this part in the book, this will also happen a few years from now, and I hope so too.
Thinking about those, I clenched my fists.
Creeeekkkk.
Soon, the door opened with a rusty sound of iron. And that noise sounded louder at dawn. Looking at the rusty iron bars, I thought it was a good idea putting Hans into a deep sleep.
Even so, I also thought a little suspicious of myself for doing this at dawn.
The familiar smell of the moss after I opened the bar was reeking. I slipped in and put down the lamp. I couldn't bring one from my room, so I brought the one next to Hans.
Soon, I met Ricdorian's sparkling round eyes.
"Who is it?"
I paused.
Oh, my. I haven't taken off the magic yet, so he won't be able to see me… But to my surprise, Ricdorian looked precisely to where I was. Not just where I was, but to my face to be exact.
I cut a spare bed cloth, turning it over like a cloak. But I still didn't know why he knew my exact location.
Does Ricdorian has magic, or his instincts told him where I was?
Moreover, it was amazing to see him not stammering. When he looked at me, he would always blush while staring at my face.
I wanted to watch him for a while, but unfortunately, I don't have time. Blinking my eyes, I took off the magic and threw the cloak I was wearing, and his blue eyes shook slightly in the dark.
"…you?"
The blue eyes seem like questioning me'why'. But he couldn't say and ask anything, because I blocked him from speaking.
"Shh. very good." I placed my index finger on his lips.
"Shhh." I whispered one more time and slowly took my fingers off.
The chain was quite loud, so someone might hear it. But of course, no one will come all the way here early in the morning, but we still need to be careful not to get caught.
"You're more than happy to see me tonight, aren't you?" I said as I really wanted to say this right now.
Oh, there's no window. I don't think Ricdorian would know if it's day or night.
It was the moment when I was about to correct my mistake when he suddenly spoke.
"…Yes, it's night, I was surprised you came."
Ricdorian pinpointed the time and made me forget what I was about to say. So I looked at him and soon remembered what I was about to ask.
"Do you know it's night-time?"
"What? Yes. I can tell it through my senses, even if I don't see the sky. Also, it's not hard to infer between meals."
I looked at him with bewildered eyes. But as I stared at him, I saw his cheeks were slightly stained. Soon he shyly looked down to the ground, as if he noticed my gaze at him.
He was quite intelligent when he was rational, and his words were full of courtesy. But he was still stuttering a little. On the other hand, his beast side would utter words that I can't understand.
What an impressive being.
I narrowed my eyes even more and questioned him.
"How long have you been in this cell? It's not like you were here since birth."
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Chapter 40 – You can't eat the candy without doubting my intentions
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I was in a hurry, but the question just popped in my mind without me realizing it. Yes, I know it's not the right time to ask, but I'm just curious.
"Well. No."
I shook my head quickly, emphasizing to him not to mind what I just asked if he doesn't want to answer.
Silence enveloped the entire room as if an angel just passed by. When suddenly, the sound of a loud chain interrupted the awkward silence between us. Soon, he spoke.
"Ten years old. You know, I was ten years old. I've been here since then."
My sight turned to his shaking eyes. So he's been locked up in this room for six years? I nodded as a response to his answer, a little bit shocked.
I don't even think I could survive being in here for that long. He might have forgotten the feeling of freedom, wander around and do whatever he wants. Yes, he was able to go out in the garden and have a walk, but that's not even considered being free. Because having real freedom is living a life without cuffs and restraints.
"I see. Well, I'd really like to hear more about it, but I have something more urgent to do today."
"Ur, urgent?"
"Yes."
Ricdorian's past was only analogous to the conversations in the book, hence I don't know everything. It's an obscure past.
My curiosity about him was raised to notch once again, but I soon remembered Jair and the reason I came here.
"You're curious, right? That's right. This is why I came at night."
I reached for my pocket, opened it, and pulled out a candy. Using the hand, which Jair casted the magic on, I jiggled it in front of him. First, this was the trick, give him the candy, and then second, explain the magic.
"There is something I wanted to give you. This is it."
For a long time, I've been thinking about how to cast the spell inside this room. How about casting the magic on his cheeks?
Ugh!
I can't do this, explaining to him might be difficult. But I still decided to continue.
"If you eat this, you'll see something extraordinary."
It was a magic that ordinary people couldn't see. Besides, this is what Jair had prepared, especially for Ricdorian.
"In fact, this, after eating…"
I was about to tell him that this was from someone who wanted to help him. But…
"Can, can I eat?"
"'Yes, you can eat……eh?" I widen my eyes.
No, like this? That's not the response I was expecting. He's so innocent!
I couldn't hide my absurdity.
"No, why don't you don't ask me why?" I said and quickly raised my hand.
Hearing me, Ricdorian pouts.
"What should I ask?"
I don't know if he's a hungry beast who wants to eat everything he thinks is edible, or he just really trusts me this much.
Gosh, he tilted his head when he asked the question, and his silver hair fell.
I looked at his innocent eyes and was speechless. He looks so cute.
I shook my head and then shifted my eyes to the candy. I looked at him and at the candy alternately.
Oh, come on, I always brought you food but still you shouldn't just eat whatever I give you.
His face looks tantalizing that I ran out of words to say.
Ricdorian, you can't just eat the candy without any doubt.
"From now on, you have to be vigilant and careful. You can't eat what others give you, especially medicine and drugs."
Yes, I wanted him to eat this treat in order for me to say the spell, but he needs to be aware that there are evil people out there and that he shouldn't trust too much.
I sighed. It's just a candy, though.
Frustrated, Ricdorian stammered.
"Ea…Eating that.. I'll be fine."
"Of course not. What if I'm a bad person?"
"But…"
Wait. Why are you looking at me like that?
His gaze that seemed to contain the color of the sea caught me. I flinched at his glistening eyes, wherein his tears looked like it were about to fall the moment he blinks.
"…are you going to hurt me?"
Ba-dum. Ba-dum.
My heart throbbed rapidly as if it had its own instinct.
He was already soaked with his sweat, but still, his beautiful face covered that imperfection. The shackles in his hands under that sacred face evoked a stimulating imagination.
I immediately lowered my face, what am I thinking. I am not a pervert!
"You didn't hit me, you didn't beat me to pulp. You didn't break plates…well, you always give me something delicious!"
"But you can't just trust me. Haven't you ever heard of the saying'Today's friend is tomorrow's enemy'?"…He just shook his head.
Oh, maybe there's no such thing as that in here.
While agonizing, Ricdorian, who just answered me, tilted his head.
"You can… hit me."…What? What is he talking about?
With a puzzled look, I raised my head and stared at him.
"… who's gonna hit who?"
"Bu…but last time…"
"You still remember that joke? You're such a persistent man!"
He always takes jokes seriously.
I shook my head, then this time, stared at him with a ludicrous look. Not long after, I put the candy in his hand, hoping that time would pass. I need to get out soon because the atmosphere's getting weird.
"Let's just say I am not dangerous today. Next time, don't trust me easily. Anyway, eat this. We don't have time."
Ricdorian: "…"
"You hear me, right? Do you understand?" He nodded.
I guess he's not turning into a beast anytime today.
I saw his fingers grabbing me, but I pretended not to know.
I prepared the candy because I didn't know if the magic created by Jair would hurt Ricdorian. To boot, I brought it because I thought it would be much better for Ricdorian to bite something sweet while I perform the magic.
With his hands up, Ricdorian put the candy in his mouth without hesitation. He put his hand on his cheek as he sucked the candy.
I felt strange at this sight. How could he eat that without even doubting my intentions?
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