ARC 6-Winter War-02
No?
What does she an no?
I discretely turn my head to glance up at her, catching her expression. There is amusent there, but not her usual amusent of soone watching an interesting show. There is darkness to it that reminds of a predator stalking helpless prey. I know her so well, that little glance is enough for to understand her aning.
She disapproves.
Since I have known her, my wife has made it her mission to unleash my desires. She believes that strong desires are the key to strength. Those who want more fight harder.
The easiest of those desires to stoke is my lust. I am easily entranced by a beautiful woman and my wife has been pushing toward anyone who catches my eye. Daring to do what the monogamous teachings of the kingdom would call unthinkable. Beastly, as my lovely future saint constantly categorizes as.
I have not been so accommodating to the n who eye her. Months ago, she told that it is the right of either of us to approve or disapprove of other partners. Should we disapprove, it is our right and our duty to drive off the unworthy. And for the first ti, she is exercising that right.
I don’t understand why she is deciding to do so but that doesn’t matter. I need to act decisively, as what I do next will determine Marcella’s future. Unlike , Kierra will have no problem putting her ideologies into practice. I don’t want to imagine what will happen to this brazen but innocent woman if she continues making eyes at .
“Afraid I don’t have ti, Lady Guiness. My schedule is too full to spare even a mont. Once I load these boxes, we’ll be on our way.”
Marcella blinks, no doubt stunned at my abrupt rejection. Ah, I apologize. I hate to be so ruthless. Usually, I would never be so brusque to such a charming woman. It’s for her own good. Even if it wasn’t, my wife has spoken. My first concern will always go to my partners. If she says no, then it is no.
“A sha. Though I understand. These materials, they are needed for a summoning. I have done so research into the art and know you will be incredibly busy in the coming days. Summoning requires considerable dedication.”
“Dedication and ti, of which I am lacking. Pardon .”
I ignore Marcella’s disappointed pout as I grab the first box and hurry from the room, settling it carefully on the wagon waiting by the exit.
“Not going to ask why?”
Kierra is waiting at the door with another box.
“Does it matter?” I take the box from her hands and settle it on the wagon. “Though perhaps you should take her up on her offer of a conversation.”
Kierra raises a brow. “Why would you want to do that, dedia? You wouldn’t be hoping that after a talk I will rescind my rejection? Are you that eager for this one?”
“Eager for another woman before my beautiful wife?” I grin as I brush a hand across her cheek, smile widening as she grabs my wrist and nuzzles against my palm. “Will you tell why you don’t like her?”
“Our star, our flower. One for each of us to dote on, hm? One each to soften us. Another is unnecessary. If it were just lust, perhaps, but her eyes speak of ambition. She wants a piece of you, I think, but what can a soft girl who has spent her life perfecting the art of taking from others offer you? Our house? Our clan? No, I don’t think I will take to her.”
I nod, sighing in understanding. “Then you really should speak with her. The Guiness ambition lies with you. If she thinks you are willing to give her the slightest amount of consideration, she will forget in a mont.”
“Are you not afraid I will fall for her charms?”
I take a mont to admire such a scene. No doubt Marcella would try to wrap my wife around her fingers, thoroughly underestimating her. She’d give an invitation and Kierra would take it with enthusiasm. Bet she’d rip her dress right off her and dive in. Mm. Mmm~
“Have at it.”
Kierra laughs. “I am surprised! My greedy Lou is ready to share ? When she has pledged the death of the last human attempting to steal my affections?”
I scowl. “That is a very different thing. He is an arrogant, bald bastard who floats to make it easier to look down on others. She is a beautiful and charming woman who is practically throwing herself at our feet. I have no problem with you playing with the ‘pets’, do I?”
“Is that it?” She leans forward, lowering her voice to a coy whisper. “Do you want to watch break her, Lou? Have you gained an interest in watching? Picked up a habit from our star?”
“I wouldn’t object but I doubt I’d have the ti. Or for whatever ga she is trying to play.”
I know how nobles work, how they think. Marquis Guiness wants my wife’s cooperation. He has tried the soft touch, sponsoring to the Grand Hall and sending Maxine along to make nice. Subtly is always the preferred option but when it doesn’t work, they can’t be blad for employing more forceful thods.
That is Marcella. She is the more forceful sister. I am sure after a year of nothing, the marquis is desperate for progress of any kind. If Marcella has promised results, there is no telling what she will do to get them.
I have dealt with far too many problems involving the nobles of this kingdom this year. With the campaign, the ss in the capital, and my own goals, the last thing I need to be concerned about is what that vixen could be getting up to.
“Do this for , my love. Let her serve you a cup of tea and those pastries she thinks are so impressive. Let her believe she is gaining traction. If you wish to take it further, enjoy yourself, but keep her away from !”
Kierra stares at for a long mont. Then she chuckles. “I will sacrifice myself for your comfort and make nice with the silly girl, little conqueror.” She kisses , a brief peck on the lips. “In return, you will give a good show, hm? The last summoning was quite entertaining and our pets are so amusing. I’m looking forward to the next one.”
“Oh, you don’t have to worry about being left out.” I grab her hand and pull her along as we re-enter the store. “In fact, your presence is a necessity.”
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