The Guide Played Her Role as a Stand-in a Little Too Well - Chapter 110
“The island is completely isolated. It takes a long time for people to come and go.”
Pheon wiggled his finger.
“That means you’ll need magic. And using this service costs quite a bit of money.”
Of course, it would, given that it involves the power of mages.
Robert hadn’t informed me at all.
‘Not that he would have.’
Otherwise, I might have had to leave the island as soon as I got there…
“I’ll let you use that service for free.”
“…”
“I’ll personally deliver the supplies.”
He said with a wink and a cheerful voice.
…So he was offering me a magical delivery service, with him as the personal courier!
“…How can I agree with the Tower Lord for such a task?”
“To keep the island’s location a secret, it’s best if I go. I’ll get guided while I’m there, and you’ll get whatever supplies you need. It’s a win-win.”
What had sounded like nonsense before now seemed quite convincing.
“Think about it. If you’re living to avoid Robert’s eyes, you’ll need an ally.”
However, it seemed Pheon wasn’t expecting an immediate answer and gave me some time.
I thought I had managed my expression well, but it must have shown.
“I think Miss Karina needs some time, otherwise she might run away.”
“You’re spot on.”
I agreed with his assessment.
“Ha ha ha!”
Pheon laughed heartily at my response.
“I’ve never met anyone as straightforward as you in my life. So, will you let me know the next time we meet?”
“…I’ll try.”
It was impressive how confident he was in knowing what I would say.
“And next time, we’ll be alone, so maybe you can consider more than just guiding.”
“…More than that?”
“S*x, of course. But if you’re against it, I won’t force you. It’s just the most beneficial option from my perspective.”
“I’ll think about it when the time comes.”
It wasn’t necessary to have a s****l relationship, right?
In this matter, I felt I had the upper hand over Pheon.
It’s my body, so of course, I should be cautious.
Pheon propped his chin on his hand and gazed at me intently.
“Hmm, can I try to pitch myself then?”
“…Pitch yourself?”
“I’m good at contraception, have great stamina, and most importantly, I’ll pay close attention to your pleasure too. It wouldn’t be fair if I were the only one enjoying it.”
His shameless boasting was matched by a sweet, alluring voice, and for the first time, I saw Pheon as a man.
My eyes, unsure where to look, couldn’t meet Pheon’s.
I thought I was used to bold words, but what Pheon said was too much, making my face flush.
Pheon leaned in close and whispered.
“By the way, the storage containing the things is on the right.”
…That left me speechless. I waved my arms frantically.
“E-Enough! Please stop talking about it!”
I needed to change the subject quickly.
“Today! Lady Shaelock called you today. Can you tell me what she talked about?”
“Ah.”
Pheon’s amused expression slowly faded.
“She informed me that there are still pests left in the Magic Tower.”
I recalled the scene where Marquis Shepherd was left speechless.
“It seems there were those who tried to profit by colluding with Marquis Shepherd.”
It seemed my suspicions were correct.
“They intended to silence anyone to clean up the mess, but it didn’t work out.”
His voice turned cold, resembling a hunter tracking his prey.
“That’s all I can tell you.”
“…That’s enough.”
There were many complications within the Magic Tower too.
“It’s ironic. The nobles, who are so obsessed with status, relying on the hands of mages.”
I remembered Esban’s words.
‘He definitely mentioned that they disliked Pheon because he was of common birth.’
I responded to Pheon’s words with silence.
“Those born into privilege have no idea how much we struggle to survive.”
Pheon, who spoke with the elegance and diction of a noble, was actually of common birth.
He was drawing from his own experiences to discuss the potential outcomes for me and Hedonia.
