CH 128

Duke, Please Repent! chapter 128

29. The duke's aides (9)

Even asking the question if Serpence is ok seems to be a no-brainer. Sneaking a glance, he looks at my well-being with just his gaze.

'Being here means that even the turmoil that just happened .'

It doesn't sound like he's just sneaking into the wagon.

"Is that what Serpence did?"

"That's the drink that the servant will drink for Seonwoo.

I think it's like riding something more... .

Like a child making excuses after being caught in trouble by the teacher, Serpens answered, hesitatingly.

'Of course I should have been careful... .'

The alcohol was too suspicious, so I was distracted to focus on that. While riding it, he caught his gaze and poked at him from behind.

'Standing in a place with a lot of people watching... Isn't it?'

Everyone's eyes were focused on the 'flame of the brave'.

'It's a shame because Serpens was hiding and watching. Whoops, creepy!'

At the site, pour water from the same water bottle and mix with honey from the same bucket. And on the way you drink it first.

I guess I've lost my mind unconsciously.

Okay, okay. I was very surprised, but it's okay now that I know it wasn't an attack on my life. It calmed down.

" I don't have a face."

He said he would protect me and thought he was threatening me. paper

Not sure if he was really sorry, he bowed his head and apologized again.

This is the appearance of a timid fence that I haven't seen in a long time.

"Would you mind not apologizing for what you tried to save me?"

still .

Write!

With a frown on his face, he took a deep breath with his teeth and made a sound, swallowing what Fence was trying to say.

"Ummm are there any injuries?"

You know when you pretend? Where do you live?

Nougat threw it well without being seriously hurt. Not a single scratch occurred.

After hearing my answer, he breathes a sigh of relief.

With a pale complexion, whoever looked at it would know that the blade had passed in front of him, not me.

If you're going to be so heartbroken, please tell me. If I had only known in advance that I was going to follow you, I would have noticed and would have been less surprised.

Thinking that he was a very hands-on guy, he muttered a little as if he was grumbling. that

Serpens raises his doubts.

I blink my eyes as if I'm talking about something. When our eyes met, he tilted his head to the side.

What is that expression again?

"Didn't Seonwoo ask you to follow me and protect me first?"

I? When?

When did I say that?

I wondered if it was spilled like a bird I didn't know, and even if I try to remember, I don't remember saying that.

'No matter how hard you feel,

You can even make up stories that don't exist!'

I didn't raise my child like that.

When he opened his axe's eyes and looked at him, Serpence made a face of injustice.

"Didn't I say that because you believe in me, you can go anywhere without fear?

Yes?! No, not at all! With the position of a Serpence, he said that he would not be able to openly harm me as his assistant.

Was it?

There was silence for a while.

'What the hell is this guy thinking of me?'

Seeing how shameless he was, was it possible to interpret those words in that way? I don't understand at all.

No, did you have any awareness that you were the boss?

At this point, isn't it okay to just let go of the word right now?

"Common sense, in broad daylight.

You can't ask me to escort you until I sneak into another duke's mansion, right?

"Sang , what?"

Serpence's eyes widened, and his mouth opened slightly. It's absurd, her expression as if she heard a shocking story, and her pupils shaking.

I've never seen him so surprised.

If there is a person whose ideological foundation has been shaken to the root, would his expression look like that?

What's your reaction?

" Oh, nothing."

it doesn't seem like anything

It's dubious, but that's not what's important right now, so let's move on.

Anyway. No matter how strong the serpents are, how many basic troops do the dukes have?

"It's okay to come and go at night and get used to it."

"Is it the same as sneaking around at night and running away after making a fuss in broad daylight?"

Of course, I don't think Serpens will ever be caught.

However, I'm afraid of getting hurt or revealing my identity. That's what I'm worried about.

For example, even if you have long blue-silver hair, try to stay away from it. I can't take it out or put it on... .

' is not it? Considering the external image of Serpence, is it enough to take it off and claim it as a conspiracy?'

That's why everyday behavior is so important.

From there, I took a step forward and burst into tears. With a sad face in the world,

'All of this is my fault for not trusting you all. what to do

number no... , whoops!'

If you cover your mouth while showing off your pretty beauty with lines like !

Who can blame Serpens?

If only I had known how to cry Serpens in [Master of the Holy Sword]! If only I had recited that line!'

People never know when or how things will turn out.

As soon as I have time, I'll just have Serpens memorize the lines and practice them.

And what about a dagger? First part

Were you determined to take it?"

If the sword is long, it will be cumbersome when infiltrating...

I think he was trying to keep up with my words of carrying a sword with me. It's weird.

But that's it, and this is this.

'Don't leave your main armament behind for that reason!'

what the hell

No matter how secretive his movements are, like a cat, he is light and flexible. He probably didn't learn something like assassination somewhere... .

' what to do Do you really think you got it?'

All the yangbans who even tortured young children. Compared to that, it's a bit overkill.

Ah, there's no way they'll get caught because of the source. After hearing the story, I got it from a dark place just in case... I didn't know it was going to be used like this.

As we were immersed in other thoughts, Serpence took care of it and added an excuse under the guise of explanation.

It seems he didn't expect this to happen from the beginning.

To be more precise, he probably didn't mean to throw it at me.

'It's a shame because I had the dagger I brought with me.

After all, the capital was almost buzzing with rumors about the twig assassin.

I'm glad I didn't become the target of the twig assassin.

By the way, what was it that got burned with honey? Also poison? I drink poison and fall down, but I am threatened with assassination, but from the point of view of the Duke of Argento, there would be nothing good...

At my question, Serpens suddenly licks his finger. This is the hand that held my hand before.

What are you doing?

Ummm... is it difficult to confirm this much?

Now, have you tasted and verified what it is?!

I will welcome

Are you a baby in your mouth? Don't you put anything in your mouth blindly?

That expression... Let's move on.

you just skip it?

It was said impulsively, so I knew what to say, and I spit it out and was a little nervous. Serpence seems to have just given up no matter how I treat myself.

I have divine power, so it doesn't matter because my body is immune to any poison. Seonwoo, aren't you different?

This means, 'You are the one trying to put anything in your mouth, and don't tell anyone else'.

There is no objection.

Sheesh-!'

After admitting defeat, Serpens asked for something with a more confident expression.

put out a hand as if

His gaze was directed to my right hand, which was still sticky.

Are you crazy, Serpens?! You want to lick my hand...!

Surprised, he reflexively pulled back and grabbed my right hand as if to hide it with his left hand.

Then, Serpense's eyes suddenly sink.

With cold eyes, he said the exact requirements.

...handkerchief.

Oh .

Then I saw that he was still holding the handkerchief in his hand. I couldn't put it in my pocket because it was wet and sticky with honey water.

I gently handed the handkerchief to Serpens.

Serpens took it and brought it to his lips.

"Ummm it's not poison, it's like a hallucinogenic drug. Basically, it's a long-acting drug, but when the blood flow increases due to alcohol intake, etc., the drug's effect also increases quickly . Is there a little stimulant mixed in?"

induce hallucinations and induce excitement

It's a stimulant... . I guess he wanted to create a picture of me going crazy when I was drunk.

Maybe he was planning to provoke me like that and induce me, who was seeing hallucinations, to attack myself.

'By the way, if it's a hallucinogenic drug, it's not a drug... ?,

It felt very vague at the thought that Serpens would cure him if it weren't for instant death.

However, I got goosebumps because it was said that it was drugs that I secretly tried to feed.

'The body will be healed by divine power, but what about the mind?'

Even if the divine power has a mental stabilization function, isn't that the only one? The memories of when I was drunk will remain intact.

Is it because of the image the drug has?

There was a fear that I might become something other than myself.

It started with the thought that it was only once out of curiosity, which is often talked about in the mass media... Beginning with .'.

The story that once you experience it, you will not be able to let it go, also crossed my mind.

When I was exposed to it, I wondered if I would be able to overcome it without becoming addicted.

Fear creeped in.

'wait for a sec . But why does he know this in detail?'

It feels familiar.

Are you crazy, Serpens?!

It doesn't matter if you lick it a little, it's a very small amount. It's to the point that it's decomposed before it's even effective...

Even so! Give it to me, that's confiscated! I'm afraid I'll wash it off as soon as I get back and burn it in an incinerator.

NS!

If I had known that, I would never have put my mouth on it.

'I thought I was just trying to determine the presence of poison!'

Moreover, finding out the effect of a slow-acting drug means that the blood flow rate was also adjusted with divine power.

You use your divine power for something like that. Luxmea will hit the ground and weep.

Seriously, I can't live because of him.

It's not possible.

why!

After more detailed investigation into the ingredients, we need to find out the exact identity of the drug and check the source of its source.

" Is that really the answer?"

"What else?"

Serpence answered with clear, transparent eyes without a single blur. It looks fine, but... .

I don't think he'll ever touch drugs or anything, but I can't help but worry.

Let's make a promise to me. No matter what happens, I will not entrust my mind to drugs or divine powers again.

"Why is it all of a sudden?"

Why? Serpence has a history. He's a very interesting figure.

" I have never touched drugs."

Anyway!''

He must be the same, isn't he a guy who has been relying on divine powers for a long time?

No matter how unaware of the dangers involved, One in a thousand, one in ten thousand possibilities seizes me.

"Aren't you too trusting me?"

"I just can't believe it, and if you promise me, I'll believe you."

Got it. I promise.

Emotional consumption is always healthy! You know?

Yes.

It was just a verbal promise, but Serpence would definitely keep it.

I was very happy to receive his confirmation. I felt like I had dealt with one big problem.

He met his eyes with a satisfied smile. The boy grinned and shook his head.

Everyone is coming soon, so I'll get off first.

"On a running wagon?"

Hmmm, I want to be noticed... ?

'I think the precautions when jumping from a moving wagon are very different from what Serpens and I think.

'By the way, was he secretly riding it?'

After the carriage was finished using, the driver thoroughly inspected the inside and outside to check for cleaning or damage.

That's why I thought I'd get off first... .

When I get off, I'll fall and scream and grab your attention, so sneak out the door on the other side.

You can see the alley next door], that way

If you jump right in... .

Let's take the easy and safe way! Who can see from the outside, and I might not be able to close the wagon door in time.

" if I fall, I will get hurt, is that safe?"

If you're hurt, Serpens will heal you, what?

After shrugging his shoulders and answering as if it was no big deal, Serpens hesitated and eventually nodded.

Then I'll go to my room first and wait.

Yes? Whose room? My room?

There's no need for that, is it?

To report on today's work, it is a matter for me to go to his office or study.

You're just waiting in the study? I'll stop by the room and then go up. I'm feeling bad right now, so I want to wash up quickly.

Okay, I'll wait in the parlor. Instead, bring the clothes you're wearing now.

"Would you like to try it again?"

In the words he had jokingly said, Serpence clearly showed his dislike without hiding the slightest bit of disgust.

Ah, no-! I was kidding! You got honey on your sleeves, and you're trying to check the ingredients of the brave booze! I know, me too!

That expression really hurts, would you please stop? No, please stop!

I can't even joke.