Chapter 10: Maybe We Should Call Off the Engagement

Chapter 10: Maybe We Should Call Off the Engagement

It was me who did it.

Gwen looked towards the voice. It was Victor.

Hearing Victor say it was him, she naturally believed it.

After all, Victors reputation as a tier three mage was still prestigious. Dealing with these bandits was a piece of cake for him.

What are you doing here?

Gwen turned her head back, very curious that since Victor was here, why did Lia still call her over.

She summoned a crystal that flowed with colorful radiance and leaned against Lia.

The colors on that crystal gradually disappeared. Victor noticed Lia also had one around her waist.

The two of them were communicating through these magic crystals, similar to phones that could connect two lines.

Victor maintained his stern poker face and explained unhurriedly, My convoy is nearing the capital city. I came to escort them and took care of these bandits along the way.

Hearing his explanation, Gwen didnt doubt him. She turned around and ordered the knights, Check the bodies, see if you can identify any faces, investigate their identities, and report back to me afterwards.

Yes!

Receiving the order, the knights swiftly sprang into action.

Lia, be careful. Contact me immediately next time theres danger.

After giving instructions, Gwen left with the knights.

Once she was gone, Lia was fuming. Her face swelled into a steamed bun.

Clearly she was the one who dealt with the bandits. She wanted to show off in front of Gwen, but Victor suddenly showed up and stole her credit.

Theres wisdom in keeping wealth inconspicuous, Victor said impassively. Lia calmed down instantly.This chapter is updated by nov(e)(l)biin.com

The convoy members were all their own people. It was fine for them to see it, but if anyone knew her magic came from an artifact, she could be in danger.

As a merchant, she never underestimated human greed.

YeahI understand.

Victor was very satisfied that he had taught Lia a lesson. A sense of accomplishment arose in him as an older brother.

He walked up to Lia and held up a finger.

The dim gem flashed a red glow as he refilled her magic.

After doing that, he prepared to leave.

But Lia hesitantly asked, Why did you come over? I dont believe what you told Gwen earlier.

I sensed you activating magic, so I came over curiously to see what was going on.

Victor turned around and answered her flatly. Not a glimmer of light flashed in his eyes, still the same icy face.

Hearing Victors words, Lia felt a subtle, complex emotion.

Growing up, she had never received concern from Victor before.

But what happened today?

Did someone knock some sense into him?

A sudden awakening of conscience?

The inner Lia quickly came up with explanations.

Victor watched her quietly and continued, The convoy attack may be related to my enemies, but Ive lost count of them. Im not sure exactly who, so be more careful yourself.

Finally Lia found a chance to retort, Huh, so you know youre unpopular.

She had some guesses about the origins of todays bandits, but didnt tell Victor.

Have you tried the potions?

Still, Victor was curious to see what it looked like while dormant.

The Furnace Beast, that was the name players gave it.

As the name suggested, it was like a colossal sky-scorching furnace, striking fear with the promise of desolation.

Its emergence even turned the earth into charred wastelands.

Victor decided to pay Gwen a visit tonight and probe for information.

If he could hitch a ride on Gwens mission, even better.

The mages left in crumpled heaps were dumbfounded watching Victor teleport in and out with a snap of his fingers.

Thatthat was the legendary family head of the Clayvinnas?

Able to casually cast teleportation magic, even more powerful than their boss!

Before long, inventory was completed without any missing cargo, much to Lias relief.

Lia called over a subordinate and gestured for her to come closer. She then whispered in the womans ear,

Contact our people down there and investigate the recent movements of the Duquois family.

Her eyes instantly grew cold and sharp.

The Clayvinnas convoys have never been robbed by others before.

She had long harbored suspicions about the Duke.

The only new enemy of Victors recently was the Dukes little daughter.

As for Victors other past enemies? The ones who could be buried were buried, the ones who could be exiled were exiled.

Those who truly couldnt be dealt with wouldnt be foolish enough to touch their familys convoy.

Other than the Duke, she didnt believe anyone else would be so rude.

It had always been only them collecting protection fees from other families. Even in the capital city, they couldnt let these locals bully them!

Victor teleported back home and immediately ducked into his bedroom to change into fresh clothes.

He told the servants to ready a carriage to visit the Delin family estate.

The servants swiftly carried out his orders.

At the same time, Gwen had just finished work for the day.

The first thing she did upon returning home was remove her armor and intricate garments.

The maids had already drawn her a hot bath. Gwen soaked in the tub, stretching and relaxing her limbs, enjoying the rare respite.

Mmm Ha!

A comfortable sound escaped her mouth as she closed her eyes, letting the gentle water envelop her body.

Just then, the maid knocked on the bathroom door.

Miss, you have a visitor.

Gwen was soaking pleasantly. Hearing the voice, she let out a lazy Mm-hmm and floated up from the water.

Her bare, fair back met the tubs edge. Water beads rolled down her skin, rippling the surface.

Haahwho is it?

She had just yawned when the maid outside suddenly said,

Its Mr. Victor.

Splash!

Gwens body slipped and she tumbled entirely into the water.