Justin sat quietly at his desk, absorbed in the pages of a thick spellbook. The flame of a single candle danced beside him, casting flickering shadows along the walls as no light was coming through the windows due to the clouds.
Leon lay across on his bed, arms folded behind his head, staring up at the ceiling with an unreadable expression.
’So according to Justin and Adeline… Emilia’s just a background character in this house. A noble wife tucked into the far corners of the family.
Once married, she had a son, then slowly faded from any important matters. She buried herself in flower gardens while her son left to study magic in a magic academy and neither Jamie nor her son comes home to give her a visit.’
His brows knit together.
’I don’t want to do this and it’s going to be very risky and extreme. But it’s the only way if I want Justin to rise in the successor’s line and become the next head.’ Leon thought with a serious expression as he sat up.
“Justin,” he said suddenly, voice low and direct. “How long would it take your brother to return from the border if he was called ?”
Justin looked up from the book, blinking. “If I send a letter now… two days at least. Maybe more. Snow’s covered half the roads. It’s hard to come home without a snow walker and they don’t keep them at the borders as they are very expensive.” He explained.
Leon stood and dusted off his coat. “Well then… it’s time to send a message to your dear brother.”
“What should I say ?” Justin asked with a confused expression.
Leon turned to face him. “Tell him Emilia’s cheating on him. With Jim.” A glint entered his eyes. “Write it as if you’re worried about him. Make it personal. Make sure he get’s pissed off while reading it and comes home as soon as possible.”
Justin stiffened with fear immediately, “M-Mr. Leon… If this turns out to be false, my brother could actually kill me. You know that, right ?”
Leon tilted his head, amused. “You really need to stop trembling every time something gets real. If you want to rule this house, you’ll need a spine stronger than that. Don’t make me regret my decisions and stop behaving like a pussy.”
“I-I didn’t mean—”
“Don’t worry,” Leon interrupted. “I’ll make it true. You just send the letter. When I get back, we’ll begin your first spell training.
You will have to learn as many spells as possible in the next two days.”
“But… Why in two days ?” Justin asked with a confused expression.
“Don’t think too much Justin. Just keep one thing in mind you are going to be the next leader of this house soon.”
Without waiting for a response, Leon left the room.
—
Outside, leaning casually against the corridor wall, Adeline looked up as he stepped out.
“You’re done already?” she said dryly, arms folded.
“Did anyone come?” Leon asked, ignoring the sarcasm.
“It’s six in the morning. Everyone’s still asleep. Even the servants,” she said with a neutral expression. “Also, for the record—I’m head maid of this house, not your personal lookout maid.”
Leon smirked. “I could replace you with a prettier, more obedient lookout maid you know.”
Adeline raised an eyebrow. “Go ahead and hire her. I am sure you will hire a girl who follows your every order but you know what ? Those who follow all orders fuck up when things get real.”
Leon chuckled. “That’s why you’re still here.”
They descended the staircase in silence for a moment before Adeline spoke again, her tone quieter.
“Leon… You’re messing with things you can’t undo. This family—this house—if they even suspect what you’re doing, it won’t be exile or imprisonment. They’ll bury you. No trial. No whispers.
If they found out about your plans to make Master Justin the head of the house, things will take a bad turn for both of us.”
Leon stopped mid-step, turned, and leaned in closer to her face. His voice was calm, warm… but commanding.
“Adeline, you don’t need to worry about me.”
Adeline blinked, startled by his closeness. Her breath caught for a split second as his scent hit her— and suddenly, she felt juices secreting out of her pussy.
“Just keep your eyes open and watch your back.” Leon spoke with a smile as he pulled away and continued down the steps.
Adeline stared after him, dazed for a heartbeat. Her cheeks flushed red.
’D-Damn it… I wetted my panties. I thought he was about to kiss me—ugh, what is wrong with me?’
She shook her head violently and followed him into the kitchen with an embarrassed expression.
—
Leon stood at the counter, holding a small glass vial filled with a faintly glowing violet liquid.
“Is that what I think it is ?” Adeline asked, suspicious.
“Yep, moonrush aphrodisiac.” He grinned. “I’m going to get Jim to fuck Emilia.”
“Sister! You are back.” Jester’s voice rang out as he darted from the other side of the kitchen and latched onto Adeline’s legs.
“Yes, yes,” she said quickly, gently ruffling his hair.
Leon casually held up the vial and gave her a look.
Adeline’s eyes widened. “No. Not in front of him. Jester—why don’t you go play in the garden? But don’t touch the flowers, alright?”
“Okay!” Jester beamed and ran out the back door.
“One—you do not talk about people ’getting fucked’ in front of a kid. Two—you’ve gone completely insane.” Adeline spoke with a serious expression as she looked at Leon.
Leon uncorked the vial and smelled it a little.
“Phew… That’s some strong stuff. I can fuck you right now.” Leon spoke with a perverted smile.
“It’s not something to joke upon, Jamie’s going to rip Jim in half if this plan works. And when they trace it back—we’re next in the line to die.”
“He won’t trace it back. You just put one drop in each of their morning teas. I’ll handle the rest.” Leon replied with a neutral expression.
“You’re walking a tightrope over a pit full of snakes, Leon. I am telling you, this could go very wrong very fast.”
“Yeah,” he said with a smirk, “Don’t worry about it.”
Adeline groaned. “Fine. I’ll do but you will really take care of the track back thing, right ?”
Leon gave her a slight nod and started walking towards the back gate.
“One more thing,” he added over his shoulder. “Do you know someone named Amelia Ford?”
Adeline furrowed her brow. “The blonde knight girl? Always hangs around Jim? Doesn’t talk to anyone else?”
“That’s her.” Leon spoke with a smile.
“I’ve seen her in the mansion. Don’t know much beyond that.”
“Where can I find her?”
“Training grounds, probably. Head south a kilometer past the mansion walls. Big stone walls are covering it. All the knights from most of the noble families are trained their.”
Leon nodded. “Perfect. And remember the teas.”
“Yes, yes! I got it.”
He immediately vanished through the door.
—
As Leon made his way through the noble district. His breath formed faint puffs in the cold air.
’If I can get Emilia and Jim in the same room… Moonrush will do the rest. It fucks up their judgement abilities and turns them into monkeys who only knows how to fuck.
Two nobles, alone, thinking they’re safe… They’ll fuck a whole lot and when they wake up ? I’ll have all the proof Jamie needs to know about their secret.’
’But for the final touch… I will have to get the biggest proof of all and it will be none other than Jim’s girlfriend Amellia herself.’ Leon thought with an evil smile.
—
After walking for a few minutes, Leon finally reached in front of the training grounds.
The training grounds were massive—an open arena surrounded by big stone walls. Sword clashes rang through the air as Leon stepped inside.
Two women dueled at the center, each drawing a crowd. One wielded a blazing sword, its flames licking the air. The other fought with a blade shimmering with ice.
“Woah.” Leon spoke with a serious expression.
TANG—TANG—TANG—TANG—
The crowd gasped and murmured as the two clashed at blinding speeds, their blades showering sparks. Leon could barely follow them.
’This is like watching an anime fight in real life… How the hell are they so fast?’
The duel didn’t last long though. The ice-wielding girl was thrown back, landing hard. The flame-user pressed her sword to the girl’s throat.
The arena exploded in cheers.
“GRIAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!”
But the fallen girl didn’t rise to meet it. She silently picked up her blade and turned away from the crowd. Leon noticed the shimmer of tears on her cheeks as she walked past him.
He narrowed his eyes and immediately used his skill on her.
<Inspect>
[Name: Kiren Vanguard]
[Class: Sword Saint]
[Race: Human]
[HP: 1900/2000]
[MP: 0/1000]
[Description: Kiren Vanguard is the first daughter of the Vanguard household. She seeks to become the strongest Sword Saint to prove her worth to her father and claim succession. Despite her talent and agility, her frozen mana nerves prevent her from using mana efficiently.]
’Tch. I came here to collect gold and got diamond. How can I let such a beautiful apportunity escape from my hands ?’
Without hesitation, Leon followed her.
“Hello, ma’am,” he called out.
She didn’t stop. “What do you want ?” Her tone was cold and sharp, matching her sword.
“Nothing,” Leon said smoothly. “Just wanted to say… you fought well. If it weren’t for your frozen mana nerves—”
*Swish*
Before Leon could’ve completed his sentence, Her sword was suddenly at his throat, the cold edge biting against his skin.
’How the fuck did she do that so fast !? I swear her sword was inside the sheath a moment ago.’ Leon thought with a serious expression.