Chapter 68: She Seriously Dont Recognize Me?
"You must be surprised by my sudden request…?"
I was more than surprised.
I was shocked.
"I was a little surprised."
Fiona nervously fiddled with her hair, stroking her ears.
If this was some act she prepared to deceive me, then the person next to me was not a knight, but an actress.
"I knew I couldn't miss this opportunity the moment I saw you… I mean… I really wanted to have dinner with you…"
The nuance was different, but our thoughts were similar.
I had also been looking for a chance to meet Fiona alone.
"That's a good thing."
"Wh-what do you mean?"
"I was watching you from the window earlier. Your training…"
"…Ah."
Should I just go for it?
I met Fiona's eyes and smiled.
Smile!
"I was curious about what kind of person you are. Thank you for asking me first."
It sounded cheesy.
But it worked very well on Fiona.
"Eek… We're on the same page. So… our hearts…!"
It was rare to see Fiona so shy and rambling.
As soon as I said I had been watching, Fiona hurriedly adjusted her clothes.
Wait, does she think I'm someone other than Geum Taeyang?
That's strange.
Because Fiona called me 'Trainer.'
But maybe she did think I was a different person.
There was no other way to explain this situation.
'Let's see how it goes for now.'
I decided to hide my suspicion.
I'd stirred a woman's heart this much, so I had to escort her properly.
Ha, this overflowing charm of mine!
It's not like I'm lacking in looks!
It's just that the presence of my dick is so big that I'm called the King Dick of the Universe. Women tend to focus more on my waist than my face…
MILF's Choice, Number 1 handsome face with overflowing masculinity!
Of course, that's just in my imagination.
"Look over there."
"What is it?"
"…Is that a knife fight?"
As soon as we entered the dining hall, all eyes turned to us.
Most of the people dining were guards.
When treated as guests, the maids would bring food for us.
So the dining hall in the castle was mainly for the servants who worked there.
Even if I came alone, I would have drawn a lot of attention, but coming with Fiona…
As expected, it was chaos.
"It's a bit noisy."
Fiona said calmly.
…She doesn't realize they're talking about her, does she?
"…S-shall we go to the corner?"
Fiona smiled faintly and looked at me.
This was the first time I'd seen Fiona smile.
I thought I'd never see that in my life.
Seeing her smile shyly, flirting with me, stirred something inside me.
"Okay."
I had no choice but to join the "commoners" for their meal.
As if I'd been here many times before, I confidently walked through the buffet-style dining room, assembling an ideal meal.
Meat, more meat, with a bit of salad to ease my conscience.
Fiona's plate was as green as a forest.
Is she a vegetarian?
The opposite of me, who mostly chose meat.
Our differences were clear, even in this.
"Are you on a diet?"
I asked honestly.
"I've been trying lately… My butt seems to be getting bigger…"
"..."
That's a good thing!
Didn't she wear leggings because she was confident in her lower body?
Could it be that she really wore them just because they were comfortable?
"Hey, look over there…"
"…They're eating together."
"What in the world is…"
"Is it the end of the world?"
Cold sweat ran down my spine.
No matter how I thought about it, it was strange.
Everyone knew who I was except her.
We'd become a spectacle.
"Have you… hit your head hard recently?"
I asked seriously.
"Yes?"
Fiona, munching vegetables with her small mouth, looked up in surprise.
"What do you mean?"
"I was wondering if something like that happened…"
"…?"
"…Haha. Just kidding."
Fiona covered her mouth and chuckled.
"You're funny."
Funny? This?
Did she really hit her head?
Or is it like, handsome men are hilarious or something?
I didn't know if the food was going into my mouth or my nose.
I no longer had to worry about getting stabbed, but…
I had other worries now.
What if she wants to get married?
No…
What if she finds out who I am later?
She'd blame herself for not recognizing me.
Usually, she'd say it didn't make sense to miss my identity just because I dyed my hair.
How little attention did she pay to my original appearance?
Did she really see me like a bug?
I don't pay close attention to how cockroaches look either.
If a cockroach turned into a human overnight and appeared in front of me, I wouldn't recognize it either.
Is that how she felt?
'That's too much…'
I had a lot of thoughts during the meal.
Even if there was a reason she didn't recognize me, it was still weird that she suddenly invited me to dinner.
Maybe Fiona… liked blonde, tanned guys…
"...."
Fiona, unaware of my feelings, focused on her meal, her cheeks puffed up like a hamster's.
She wasn't the type to talk while eating.
Even with her mouth full, she didn't spill a thing.
"You eat well… it's nice to see."
Suddenly, I felt my own appetite stir, so I concentrated on my food.
No matter what the others thought, this was a good chance.
Things hadn't gone smoothly between us since we first met, and our breakup had been the worst.
As the meal neared its end, I got up first to bring some water.
"Thank you."
"I'm done eating. What should we do now?"
"It's your first time at Chartreuse Castle, isn't it, Trainer? May I show you around?"
"Okay."
…As expected, she didn't recognize me.
She didn't recognize me just because I was wearing chroma skin?
Inside the illusion barrier, it felt like cracked glass, fragile and ready to shatter at the slightest touch.
Nervous, I followed Fiona.
"This is the library. The lord keeps his collected books here."
I saw Fiona's profile like never before.
Her beautiful smile…
If she found out the person beside her was the same one who had taken her first experience like a devil…!
'There will definitely be a stabbing…'
I couldn't help but be bothered by the sword hanging at her waist.
"Trainer?"
"Ahh♥ yes, I'm listening."
We had reached a place with no one around.
Perhaps because the castle was so large, it became eerily quiet without anyone nearby.
Being alone together made the atmosphere even more awkward.
"Um… Trainer…"
"..."
Gulp.
"What do you think of me?"
Here it came.
I clenched and unclenched my hands, clearing my throat.
"I think you're a charming person."
"…I heard the guards talking when we were eating earlier."
"..."
What a coincidence. I heard it too.
"Since you know women well, Trainer, you must think of someone like me as a child."
Me?
Fiona seemed to have heard a very different story than I had.
"I'll be honest. I was just going to say hello…
But you are… my ideal type… This is the first time I've felt this way, so I'm confused…"
"..."
"I know I shouldn't be doing this to Lady Verdia's guest, but could you… tell me your name?"
Ha!
Just wanting to cherish my name in her heart, something like that?
Well, my client is Verdia. It would be presumptuous for her, a servant—even if an elite knight—to expect to be with me.
But Fiona boldly confessed her feelings.
She really was proactive.
Just like when she cut me down with a sword, she was fearless when she liked someone. Fiona.
"Don't worry about my name."
I quietly pressed Fiona against the wall.
"Ah…"
She didn't resist as I got closer.
I boldly took her hand.
And leaned down to kiss her.
I thought Fiona would be surprised, but to my surprise…
It was as if she had secretly wished for this. She shyly accepted my kiss, cheeks flushed.
It would be tacky to suddenly thrust my tongue in like a charge.
'Even if she likes blonde tanning, she probably wouldn't like me acting like a jerk.'
Why is that?
If I think of it with the genders reversed, it makes sense.
Even if she seemed tough on the outside, most men would want her to be gentle when they're together.
If I suddenly went, "Woohoo! Got the elite knight's lips!" with my usual energy, it would be a turn-off.
"Mmm… Chu…"
Surprisingly, Fiona took the initiative and stuck out her tongue.
It made me laugh because it looked like she was pretending to be a woman who wasn't awkward with kissing.
When our eyes met, Fiona's face grew even redder.
"S-sorry. I'm not good at this…"
"No, don't force yourself. Just be natural."
I took the lead.
Just overlapping lips with Fiona and slowly, gently sucking was enough to create a great mood.
Touching her hands… slowly…
"Haum… Mmm…"
I gently stroked Fiona's tense back with my hand.
Then, as if she suddenly came to her senses, Fiona opened her eyes wide and gently pushed me away.
"Fiona?"
"You seem used to this kind of situation, Trainer. Am I just one of many women to you?"
I hugged Fiona tightly.
"Gasp..."
"This isn't work. I'm doing it because I like you. You can trust me."
"...Ah... Uh..."
This time, we clung to each other and mingled our tongues.
Fiona looked at me with wet eyes. She opened her mouth and stuck out her tongue.
Haa... Haa...! Fiona is delicious!
I might make a lewd sound unconsciously and suck her in!
"Umm... Mmm... Slurp... Mmm... Haah."
I hugged Fiona tightly with both arms and continued kissing her.
Why Fiona didn't recognize me doesn't matter anymore.
The important thing is that if our first meeting had been different, she would have fallen for me.
So much so that she couldn't hold back her confession!
They say you never know what will happen between a man and a woman.
Sometimes, an uncontrollable passion burns like wildfire.
It's that kind of spark that comes once in a lifetime and may never come again.
Fiona clung to me passionately and indulged in the thick chu-chu.
Then, when my erect dick touched her body, she flinched as if slightly surprised.
"Did she notice the size of my dick?"
Looking into her eyes, I saw that her dreams hadn't shattered yet.
She doesn't think it's strange because she hasn't had any experience with men other than me.
I decided to focus on the pleasure in front of me.
I hugged Fiona as if I already owned her and overlapped our lips. We kissed passionately.
A few people might have passed by the corner of the hallway, but I didn't care.
"Chuup… Slurp…"
"Chuup... Chuup..."
After we sucked on each other's lips long enough to remember their taste, I started to lose control, too.
Fiona flinched when I touched her.
"No... That's..."
Right?
Fiona isn't so loose with her chastity that she'd have sex on the first day.
Even if it's with someone who feels like destiny.
"Little by little. Let's get to know each other slowly. Uh... Ah... Slurp. Suck... Chuup."
Should I reveal my identity now?
It wouldn't be strange if I got stabbed.
I'm enjoying Fiona, but I'm so nervous that sweat is running down my back.
"Fiona...?"
That's when it happened.
A voice that couldn't be ignored came from around the corner of the hallway.
How could I forget? Verdia's beautiful voice.
We both pulled away abruptly, as if we had been caught doing something wrong.
An awkward atmosphere hung in the air.
Of all people, to be caught by Verdia...
No, it's okay.
I didn't break my promise to Vatino.
Verdia appeared suddenly, coming this way first.
"Lady Verdia… I apologize."
"Why is Fiona with him?"
Verdia looked genuinely shocked.
That Fiona—clinging to me with wide eyes, diligently chu-chuing—how could Verdia not be surprised?
Maybe that's why Verdia's tone was unusually accusatory.
Fiona lowered her head in guilt.
"I'm sorry. I have no excuse…"
Fiona, who seduced me, the guest of the lord and Verdia's guest, acted as if she was ready to accept any punishment.
"Raise your head, Fiona."
"Yes…"
"I'm not angry. I was just very shaken. So, so…"
Verdia couldn't meet my eyes.
The distance between us was quite noticeable.
Was she wary that I might suddenly lunge at her?
Our madam was still beautiful.
If Fiona had a fresh charm, Verdia already carried a full-grown sensuality.
Her meticulously styled hair, soft-looking skin, and large breasts that seemed to overflow even through her dress spoke volumes.
I was glad to see that pretty face again.
So much so that past stabbings and being chased away no longer mattered.
However, some issues between us were still unresolved.
"Why are you with him…?"
"I, I invited the trainer to have a meal together.
And then I was showing him around the castle."
The conversation between them felt subtly out of sync.
I wasn't the only one trapped in this strange world, was I?
Looking at Verdia's expression, it seemed Fiona was the only one unaware of my true identity.
"No, in the first place, why…"
Verdia gasped as if she'd just realized something.
"Lady Verdia…?"
"Fiona. You asked what kind of person the trainer coming this time was, right…?"
"…Yes."
"Did you perhaps think another trainer was coming? I didn't intend to introduce you with that in mind…"
Wait—did Verdia intentionally keep me in the dark about my own visit?
Why?
A thought flashed through me like lightning.
Why hadn't I known until now?
If everyone in the castle knew but Fiona alone didn't, that wasn't a coincidence.
She did it on purpose.
Everyone kept quiet.
It wasn't a surprise show or bullying.
It was simple.
Because Fiona was the one who cut me with a knife.
I didn't know what had happened in the castle after I was banished.
In reality, there was no way an incident involving a knife and blood hadn't become the talk of the castle.
From the moment I contacted Vatino again through the Kondel couple, the whole castle must have been buzzing about me.
Fiona alone was excluded from the castle's network.
She was intentionally cut off.
Who would take responsibility if she pulled out a knife again and tried to kill me?
"Fiona…"
"Lady Verdia?"
As if noticing how strange Verdia's reaction was, Fiona looked back and forth between me and Verdia.
"Um… I didn't mean to pretend I didn't know."
Actually, she totally did pretend not to know.
Thanks to that, I even got a kiss. Haha. What a win.
"..."
It was time to reveal my identity.
Kuk…
"We've met before, haven't we, Fiona?"