1st person POV...
I don't remember shit that happened. Also why am I on top of this strange horse.
I look at the girl at my side who was riding this same creature.
"You don't remember anything that happened?"
The young girl says in displeasure.
"No, as much as I can remember I was fighting a scorpion to hunt."
Fuck did I lose my sanity again? I couldn't suppress the blood lust. Damn it!
"Ditch that sword and I will let you go."
She says
"Huh why?"
"That sword is the reason for your insanity. If you will dispose it infront of me I will let you go."
Do you think I never thought about that? No matter how many times I throw it, it will always return to me one way of another.
"I can't"
She suddenly turned furoius to my decision. She glares at me with disdain and a hint of disbelief.
"Unbelievable!! You still embrace that sword? Are you really psychopath?"
She shouts at me and unsummons her beasts. I fall on by back further worsening the pain.
"Fuck!!"
I groan in pain while trying to stand up.
"Don't misunderstand me lady. I really want to ditch this sword but I can't."
"What are you talking about?"
"I had tried to dispose it many times but it will return to me no matter what. It might be due to my contract."
"Contract?"
She narrows her eyes seemingly interested in the topic. I do not want to disclose this matter but since I am at her mercy I can't help it.
I tell her everything that happened to me by far.
"It's just my theory so I am not entirely sure. But from everything that happened to me all I can conclude is that it is due to my contract.
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*Sigh*
"Ran, huh? So you are one of bastards of bloodrune family. I would have killed you almost immediately if you didn't mention that you were exiled from your clan."
Pin drop silence occurs among us which is awkward for me. She seems to think about it. I will have no choice but to use every ounce of my strength to run away if she decides to kill me.
2 minutes later...
"The one you made contract with was probably a demon."
"Demons? Do they even exist?"
"It's true that they have gone extinct centuries before but who knows if some of them are still lurking in the shadows."
"..."
"You have two options."
"?"
"1st: I will kill you right here right now to avoid unnecessary trouble in future.
2nd: You will work under me so I can keep my eyes on you. As a matter of fact, you must not be allowed to roam like this."
"Is running away and never showing an option?"
I say nervously laughing but I receive a piercing glare from her eyes as a result.
"Choose now!"
She seems quite serious. Fuck! I don't wanna die here. For now, now should work under her.
"Okay, I will work for you."
"Good decision. Follow me."
We ride her horse for a while with awkward silence. I mean I don't even know who she is.
"May I know your name lady?"
I glances at me before turning away.
"Ynnefer Valmont."
Ynnefer? Isn't that name of heir of this clan. Fuck how did I fall into this mess?
"M-may I know where we are going?"
She grows angry and irritated by my questions but still decides to answer.
"To my fiance, Osiris van Skyford's manor."
I think she will kill me if I ask why so I will just shut my trap. Since she is in no mood to speak I will respect her choice.
* * * * * * * * *
We are here.
SPLASH
"Shit who the fuc-"
My angry tone was blocked by a carrot in my mouth.
"Eat it to regain energy. I have to enter the Skyford manor. Do not embarrass me."
*Sigh*
"Okay I am sorry I forgot I was working under you."
"Good."
With that said, we enter the manor. It was indeed quite elegant and luxurious.
'Its been a while since I have entered a manor like this.'
I exclaim in astonishment and moves to patriarch chamber along with Ynnefer.
"Good afternoon, Miss Valmonth. On behalf of the household, allow me to extend a warm welcome. We are most honored by your visit. What would be your reason for his humble visit?"
"I am here to meet my fiance. Please lead me to his chamber."
She says.
Although she didn't mean to disrespect her tone is too causal. She is trying her best to maintain her face. It seems this girl can't express elegance of a lady.
I accompany her from behind without saying anything. It seems none of them are interested in my anyway.
We arrive at his chamber. I bow down deeply to show moral etiquette and step aside not saying anything.
This guy is a seriously bad news. What the fuck is that intense aura radiating from his body? I should try my best to avoid him.
He doesn't seem to be that old and he is already a patriarch? Also this guy is fucking handsome, no wonder this girl accepted him.
"My dear Ynnefer, what could be your reason for this visit. Did you miss me?"
He says in casual tone giving a mischievous smile.
"Lord Osiris, this is about political affair in Valmont familiy. I would like to humbly request your assistance as my future partner."
She says while bowing deeply before him. His casual looks turn more serious.
"Everyone leave this room."
He orders them as they begin to move out. When I tried doing the same thing she stops me.
"Ran, stay where you are."
Following her orders I stay behind wait.
Osiris looks at me with displeasure and turns his attention to Ynnefer.
"Ynnefer, this is confidential matter. So why-"
"This my most loyal servant. Surely you can't order other servants right?"
"Tch!!"
Ynnefer glares at Osiris sharply.
"Did you have any ulterior motive?"