Chapter 330: Nice To Meet You?

Chapter 330: Nice To Meet You?

In the late hours of the night, Plum sat on the floor, confused at the strangers in her home.

She narrowed her eyes and tried to make out the figure hiding in the dark, Who are you?

The figure stood up from the chair and stepped into the windows moonlight, revealing a beautiful slim figure and lustrous purple hair.

Its nice to finally meet you, Feli said in a composed tone.

Plum furrowed her brow, Who are you?

You dont know? Feli asked musingly.

Id think Id remember a beauty like you, Plum smiled.

What was she saying? She usually wasnt this direct. Damn alcohol.

Funny, I know a lot about you, Feli smirked. I first heard of you around 2 years ago. Stryg always used to talk about you, his first and best friend.

Stryg did? Plum muttered. Did she actually know this woman?

Feli chuckled sorely, I admit, I was a bit jealous. Who was this 3rd year drow woman who my lover thought so highly of?

Plums eyes widened, You! Youre the Amethyst Mistress! Youre Strygs fianc!

Wife, Feli corrected. So Stryg did tell you about me.

Well, not really, Plum shook her head and tried to stand.

Her legs felt wobbly and the world suddenly began to spin. Plum swallowed down the urge to vomit and tightly grabbed the kitchen table for balance.

Gods, of all the days to face this woman, it had to be when I have a belly full of mead.

Are you well? Feli asked, a trace of concern in her voice.

Yup, totally, just give me a minute, Plum nodded weakly.

Feli glanced at one of the Katag guards standing nearby, Fetch her some water.

Right away, the guard nodded and handed Plum the water skin hanging from his belt.

Thanks, Plum took it gratefully and sipped the water, careful not to drink too much at once.

...That will be all for now, Feli said.nove(l)bi(n.)com

As you wish, the Katag guards nodded and left the kitchen in a neat file.

Plum plopped down on a wooden chair and looked the gorgeous woman over, from head to toe. So um, Feli, right? What brings you to visit or break in, I suppose my humble home?

I didnt want to break in, Feli said abashedly. I came earlier and you werent here. And I didnt really want to just wait outside in the middle of the street

So even a cool beauty like her can be flustered. The thought gave Plum a bit of relief.

Feli glanced out the window, You know, I first came to this city a few days after the tourney had started. I remember the people were talking about stories, well, one story in particular. From the citys outskirts all the way to the heart of Undergrowth, all people could talk about was the discovery of an Ebon Aspirant and his renowned magical feats during the 2nd Challenge.

So then as long as your family is happy and safe, the realm can burn? Plum asked.

The realm has always been burning. Why would I wade into that? Why would you try to pull Stryg into that?

Im not trying to, I just want him to be an actual good leader someday, someone who cares about more than just the people in front of him.

You want? Feli said sharply. What makes you think you are in any position to want anything from Stryg? Last I recall, you left Hollow Shade after making it very clear you wanted nothing to do with him.

Plum bit her lip, That was before

Before you found out he was an Ebon Aspirant?

No, it wasnt like that, she frowned.

Is that so? Feli said. Honestly? I dont really care if the only reason youre interested in Stryg is because hes an Aspirant. I dont care if one day you end up being his advisor or his concubine. Ebon Lords have had many of both.

Plum snarled, You dare!

Feli raised her hands, Im not judging, although I understand how mages like you whose futures are paved with wealth and comforts would think so. But the truth is most people try to make the best of their situations in whatever way they can. I dated Stryg because I saw a better future with him than I did marrying some commoner. Of course, at the time I didnt know he was an Aspirant, and there were plenty of richer men with far more promising prospects I could have dated. But I chose Stryg anyway, do you want to know why?

Im dying to hear it, Plum said sarcastically.

Because I fell in love with him. I didnt want to admit it at first, but in time I came to accept it; I love that blue Sylvan man from Vulture Woods. Thats the difference between you and me. I actually care about what happens to Stryg.

I care about his safety too, Plum clicked her tongue.

Do you really? Do you care about him? Feli asked carefully. I know Stryg cares about you. He may even be in love with you, I dont honestly know. What I do know is that Stryg came to Undergrowth to see you. It wasnt his only reason for coming, but it was certainly one of the most important. Stryg wanted to mend his relationship with you.

And you dont like that? Plum guessed.

Id be lying if I said it didnt bother me, but Im not possessive. I understand what Strygs position entails, what the Ebon Lord legacy brings with it. I will never be his only wife, I will never even be the primary wife. I am a commoner with no backing and unlike you, I have no magic to flaunt about. I have accepted all these things and despite how much they bother me, I have chosen to stay by Strygs side. Can you say the same? Are you willing to stand by Stryg? I dont think you are.

And you would clearly know that, wouldnt you? After all, weve known each other for all of a few minutes, Plum rolled her eyes.

I dont know you well, but I know Stryg. And to me, it seems that he has been more stressed after every chat hes had with you since coming to Undergrowth. Are you trying to lead him on?

My gods, youre a paranoid human! I am not leading him on! Plum yelled. Stryg is my friend, just my friend! Im not trying to manipulate him!

Then youre just indecisive.

Excuse me? Plum blinked.

Do you care about him or not? Romantically or platonically it doesnt matter to me.

What?

The next few years for Stryg will be very important and very dangerous. His road to becoming an Ebon Lord will be precarious. One wrong decision could cost him his life. He needs his mind clear and sharp; if you care about him and can help with that, then great. But if your indecisiveness is going to be a detriment to him, then make the conscious choice to not care for him. Let him move on from you, once and for all.

Plum glared at her, I think its time you and your guards get out of my house.

...Fair enough, Feli said after a moment. Im sorry for breaking into your home And for what its worth, I wish we had met two years ago. I think you and I would've been great friends.

The purple-haired beauty bowed and left without another word.

Plum watched Felis shapely bottom sashay out of the kitchen and she sighed deeply, Fucking hell, Stryg, you really know how to pickem.