Chapter 5 4

CHAPTER 4

As soon as I set foot in the territory of the kingdom of Arindale, the chaotic market opened before me. You can find unlimited products in every content. Accessories made of diamonds‚ gold‚ silver‚ and still rubies an gemstones. I also didn't miss the various foods that made my hungry stomach even more hungry.

Because I didn't eat properly when I was in my demon master's mansion. Too bad there's still steak.

Everywhere I turned, I was more hungry and entertained by the place. This is just the first kingdom I've been to‚ what's next? It's not about being exciting about my mission, but I'm just glad that all the things I thought were just myths in people's imagination turned out to be true.

"I said stick with me‚ Beatrice. You don't know anyone here." I was startled when Azazel suddenly grabbed me by my elbow.

"I know you, bro. Make sure you remove your hand from my elbow‚ that's harassment. You want me to yell at you and suspect you of being rude?" I raised my eyebrows.

he sighed because of my childish thoughts and kept his hands away from me. "But seriously‚ don't wander your eyes a lot‚ Beatrice. There are many people and citizens today in Arindale because tomorrow is the king's birthday."

"And tomorrow evening‚ you'll execute your plan to steal the crown." i got humbled easily as he told me about my mission.

I turned my gaze in another direction and said,

"Yes. I know."

I just kept my mouth shut and didn't talk to him anymore. I know, I'm just letting myself be free at least for the meantime. for I know‚ death will be my end if I can't succeed.

We just kept going with the flow of people in the center. At first I thought I was clinging to the sleeve of Azazel's cloak, but when I looked at it, I was clinging to someone else. I was surprised to see it and stopped walking in the middle of people.

"I'm sorry." I stuttered. The stranger just laughed. "It's okay‚ young lady. You seem to be missing. You want to help me." It's smiling that even the eyes are almost invisible.

I suddenly remembered Azazel's words.

"Don't speak with anyone‚ even if you bumped into someone."

I don't know but something about this man in front of me is off. He has these dark purple eyes‚ while his long dark purple hair is being blown gently by the air. despite his striking appearance, there was a sense of danger and unpredictability that surrounded him, a hint of darkness lurking beneath his alluring exterior.

"Thank you very much but I can do it alone‚ sir."

"Are you really sure you don't need help?" He said as if he was worried about me. suddenly his face lit up like he just found something interesting.

"Ahh.. Beatrice‚ is it? How could a mere human like you capture his attention?" And a sly grin escaped from his mouth.

He immediately covered his mouth using a fan. Showing only his seductive dark purple eyes.

"W-how?"

he leaned closer to me and whispered‚

"I'm one of his kind‚ human." I froze in my place as I processed what he said.

"It was nice meeting you‚ Beatrice. Truly a precious moment." He chortled as his voice slowly echoed to my ears.

and suddenly he disappeared on the flow of crowds.

My two legs became soft and because I sat down in the middle of the noisy surroundings. If I'm more afraid of what I'm going to do‚ it's like I'm swallowed by fear because of what the demons I associate with can do to me. there is no denying that they are not just random rulers of hell.

"Why am I always surrounded by demons!" I muttered to myself as my abundant tears continued to fall.

"Azazel‚ letche you! How are you, kumag." I whispered to myself.

but I was shocked by a stick in my hand so I stood up immediately and dragged the person who was clinging to me.

"Are you Monica? The new dancer from the empire of Isengard? Madam Rossana has been looking for you for a while now." He said in a shouting tone.

"H-wait! Stop!" I shouted angrily and he stopped him. I bowed in front of it with both hands crossed on my chest.

"W-why?" This was a surprised response.

"What dance? hey‚ you really dragged me all of a sudden while I was acting on the road and then you just ask me if I'm that sneaky Monica?!" It seemed to be stunned and dumbfounded by my shout.

e‚ when I was acting and then it suddenly started to struggle, what if I didn't stand up straight away‚ I was already dragged by it. He is still strong. My arm almost separated from my shoulder when he grabbed me.

"I'm sorry, young lady. I-I really thought it was you. b-based on the description that Madam Rossana gave me, you are the only one similar to it." He stammered while not looking directly into my eyes.

CHAPTER 4: CONTINUATION

I sighed frustratedly and massaged my temple as I heard his explanation. so‚ that's the only reason why he dragged me through so much pain. Jusko‚ if dad hadn't raised me to be humble, I might have hit this boy with his stupidity.

I knelt in front of it and slowly caressing is messy hair. "You know it shouldn't be like that. first ask me if you're looking for the right person, not someone you're just messing around with."

He slowly drifted his eyes upward meeting mine. I saw how his cheeks turned reddish.

"Oh‚ why are you blushing? Are you allergic to beautiful people?" I have a thick face. it shook its head quickly.

"Because you are beautiful."

"Aysus! Small thing for someone as blessed as I am‚ truly!" I said while squeezing his chubby cheeks.

"Oh go back to the Monica you're looking for‚ have you looked around the whole Center maybe she's just on the side you're looking for." I said.

"This morning I was still waiting for his arrival from the gate of the kingdom. And that's where I saw you with the gentleman." He turned around behind me as if he was surprised that Azazel was not with me‚ the gentleman he was referring to.

"Where is he?"

"I don't know where that bug is going to end up." I grunt here.

We both stared at each other, shyly looking in the same direction. "Uhmm...do you have any more questions?" He asked while scratching his head.

"Ah, by the way, how did you know I was there in the center of people?" my left eyebrow escaped the question.

"I followed you until how you were led astray by the stranger you were talking to earlier."

"What did you mislead? Is that planned?" Fear started to build up in my system again because of what I heard.

"That's the way it is, young lady." he replied. It was like cold water was poured on me. "So‚ all this time someone was watching Azazel's confession? Is that why Judas ordered those words?" I whispered to myself full of curiosity.

"Miss, can I leave now? Will find–"

"Wait, what role does that Monica play in your Madam Rossana?"

"He is one of the dancers who was invited by the king to dance at the king's grand birthday‚ tomorrow night. It will be performed alone before the mighty ruler of Arindale." He explained within hesitation.

i smiled‚ slyly. "Then bring me to that Madam of yours."

"Yes?!"

Its wood-colored eyes widened in shock.

"No, I don't want to bring the wrong person in front of Madam Rossana, I might get fired from my first job. I need this so that my brothers can live."

and suddenly‚ my eyes softened because at his age he is willing to sacrifice his youth just to earn money for his siblings sake.

I ruffled his hair and held out a piece of gold in his hand. "It's so big!"

"What are you! I will give you all my gold if you bring me to that Madam Rossana."

"But–"

I hushed him using my fingers and gave him another gold coin. "Do you want me to bet all my coins? Trust me. Madam Rossana will take me without a second thought." and I winked at him‚ reassuring him that it's going to be alright.

And again‚ he blushed for the 2nd time.

Whoever that Monica is, I'm sorry if I use your identity. I need it to facilitate the mission.

It just nodded. i confidently grasped his hands to mine as we both walked towards the dark alley street. This is the scary part, but it looks safe. This boy knows the secret ways very well.

just a few minutes ago here we were standing in front of an old house with two floors‚ I think. The whole house is made of concrete, even though it is old, it cannot be denied that the structure is well made.

"We're here." I just nodded here. there was a small metal thing hanging in front of the door, he reached for it and knocked three times.

Only a few seconds later, the door opened and a large old man appeared. Its beard has reached the chest in such a long way that it is turning white.

"What can I do for you, young lady?" His voice horsed.

Sheesh. The depth of manong's voice. An anime character can voice.

"This is me‚ Kreg‚ Gustav. She is Mo-monica." And then he awkwardly smiled at the old man.

I swallowed uncontrollably when he looked at me from head to toe. Mano can really judge face to face.

But that didn't last long when he widened the opening of the door‚ welcoming us. "Madam Rossana is on the second floor. you may enter now."

"Thank you very much, sir." I said here and smiled.

We quickly headed to the second floor and entered one of the two rooms here. we entered the red door and that's where I saw one of the most fascinating women I've seen in my entire life except for Mon and especially my own reflection in the mirror.

She's puffing a long cigarette on his red lips‚ complementing her red hair.

when she heard the door open‚ she instantly looked at us. She hurriedly put down the cigarette in the ash try and walk towards us with open arms.

"Monica‚ my dear!" And grabbed my arms for a hug.

if it's surprising how beautiful it is, I'm even more surprised by what it expects from me that I seem to be the person it's looking for.

"Me?"

"Of course‚ dear. You and only you." He answered. "Azazel is waiting for you‚ it took you long enough to welcome me in my inn‚ Beatrice."

I was surprised when he suddenly mentioned Azazel's name to me.

"Welcome."