Chapter 560
My Villains Episode 560
69. infiltration(3)
Dionea, whose face was filled with mixed emotions, only pursed her lips, eventually approached me without saying a word and snuggled into my arms..
Is it clove or mint? The pure white hair towel that brushed the tip of my nose had the same refreshing scent as it did three years ago. If I took a deep breath, I could even faintly smell the body odor of a baby..
I quietly closed my eyes and patted her delicate back..
That too for a while.
“……no, this doesn't work.”
“yes?”
“This can't be done.”
Dionea, who was clearly overcome with complex emotions, quickly adjusted her expression and took a step back. She shook her head as if making a promise to herself and quickly wiped her eyes with her hand that had been pushed against my chest..
“Listen carefully, Lord Phoenix..”
Her face had suddenly become frozen like a statue. Dionea, whom I met after three years, was just as I remembered, but at the same time, she was a completely different person..
“I know what you're thinking. But Nixie is the son of the late Baron Mallory..”
“……That's nonsense..”
I quietly narrowed my eyes and looked down again at the child, Nyxian Anig, resting in the cradle..
“Is it possible that a blood magician cannot even recognize his own flesh and blood? I can even feel the blood so clearly.?”
“Not every bloodmancer in the world is Jahakar or Baluin..”
I was momentarily speechless due to the surprise words..
Dionea was looking up at me with her dark green eyes..
“Don't even think about lying. Because I’m not a fool either..”
“……How did you know?”
“I just told you. I'm not stupid either.”
Characteristics such as black hair, dark eyes, majestic physique, cruel character, and powerful blood magic are the symbols of Zahakar and Baluin. It was natural for people to think of me as Zahakar or Baluin..
However, the reason the public was unable to confirm my identity was because of my notoriety and the actions I had shown so far..
As famous as Zaharkar and Baluin's external traits were their characteristic reticence, emotionlessness, and asexual tendencies. In other words, common sense, which is close to the truth, is widespread on the continent that Zahakar and Baluin do not speak much, do not know how to express emotions, and do not feel love..
However, my smooth speaking skills, generous and compassionate personality, and active yet restrained love life were also well known due to my high reputation. Well, there were various distortions as the Red Knight's reputation was unfairly tarnished..
Meanwhile, the actions I have shown so far are also far from those of Zahakar or Baluin. The chivalry of the Silver Prince, the lord of the Mittergeland Empire, and the founder of the new noble family called ‘Dpelken’ are not titles suitable for a man from the twin royal family..
“The lawmakers who deal with hematology noticed it right away. That my son is descended from two snakes. They say that only a child descended from the pure blood of the Duke of Eyland can possess this kind of magical power..”
“……What on earth do you want to say? I just heard you're Baron Mallory's son.?”
“You know what I mean. That's the only fate we have.”
At first glance, Dionea didn't seem much different from three years ago. But she was definitely not the weak and miserable woman of the past..
Dionea's next words were as firm as her stiff expression..
“If it becomes known that you are the father, I will become an adulterer and my son will become an illegitimate child..”
“…….”
“My title and territory will be taken away through due process, and my head will be shaved by cathedral knights dispatched from the royal capital and taken to a dungeon or a convent. Nixie will be taken away by the king and become a toy to vent his anger on..”
“That won't happen. In my fiefdom in the empire-”
“Icebowalt? Are you asking me to live in the famous ‘fiancee’s mansion’? Watching the eyes of Kyeong’s fearsome lovers,?”
“……Well, it seems like you have some misunderstandings about the people around me.,”
I tried to explain, hiding my embarrassment, but she seemed not to listen..
“It doesn't matter if it's a misunderstanding or a fact. I'm not strong enough to protect my son empty-handed in a foreign land where I don't know anyone..”
“You say you're empty-handed, I'm there.”
“It's funny.”
Contrary to what she said, there was no smile on Dionea's face at all..
“Are you telling me to abandon everything here, run away, and live off the Lord’s favor? what do i believe?”
“Dionea.”
“Shall we believe in the bravery that turned against the king and the church? Would we trust the recklessness of stepping into the middle of the kingdom during this time? Otherwise, will we trust the energy that will produce countless competitors in the future??”
The beatings of language poured out mercilessly. I didn't dare open my mouth. It felt like every word was being beaten to the core..
“You know the hardness well. I am a hapless widow, and Nixie must remain the only heir to the Annig family..”
I looked down at the child in silence. The sound of breathing and cute movements evoke mysterious emotions..
A son. It was my first time as either Kim Seung-su or Phoenix. Moreover, I didn't even know it existed for nearly two years and now I just found out about it. It's not something I expected or expected, but I still feel unbelievable and shaken..
But why?.
As I listen to Dionea's words, I understand in my head, but I feel like I am being treated unfairly. I feel like something is being taken away from me. Something that I couldn't tell whether it was unfairness, frustration, sadness, or anger was pounding in my chest..
“Sir Phoenics?”
“ah.”
It seemed like the muscles and nerves of my entire body had tightened without me knowing. Dionea's face turned slightly pale due to the energy that flowed out unconsciously..
“Well, I, uh… … . yes. I understand what you mean..”
“……thank you.”
Her eyes feel dirty for no reason.
3Even when we parted ways in early fall a year ago, it was Dionea who held on to me with her sorrowful eyes and wet voice..
But now she was deeply relieved that I wouldn't mess things up - that I wouldn't be a stickler..
My stomach is churning, but what I need to focus on right now isn't my petty cowboy hair..
“…….”
He brought up his energy and smoothed out Nyxian's round forehead. It may be surprising, but this child was undoubtedly Zahakar. The quantity and quality of magical power I felt right now was definitely not suitable for a two-year-old child..
Now, if I were to trace back memories that had melted to the point where I was confused as to whether they were Kim Seung-soo's or Poynix's, it was rare that even among the children of Zahakar and Baluin, there were those who possessed as much magical power as the child in front of me..
“Since when are children like this??”
“yes? Oh, it's been about three or four months. Since last winter.”
“hmm.”
The child was sound asleep, but I could feel his blood boiling here and there in his body. When I lifted the blanket and clothes, I saw red spots at every point where the blood had pooled..
“High fever and diarrhea were not uncommon, but I also coughed up blood or suddenly had a seizure..”
She tried to keep her composure, but as her explanation got longer, her voice seemed to gradually tremble..
“don't worry.”
I carefully aroused my spirit and extended my control towards the child. It was a bonus to reassure Dionea..
“‘It's called 'Blood King's Spot', it's similar to a hematoma. It can sometimes be seen in the Duke's Palace in Tawz Den..”
“Is it possible to fix it??”
“All you have to do is disperse the congealed blood evenly and allow it to be reabsorbed. It's just something to calm the boiling magic, but it'll be enough for the child..”
As the child grew, the magic power contained in the blood, i.e. blood energy, would also increase in size. He must have suffered from all kinds of symptoms because he did not have the ego, consciousness, or tact to control his blood that was swelling day by day..
The standard treatment is very simple: to control the child's blood energy until he or she can control it on his or her own..
“But I said it's not that easy.”
“Oh, I said I called in blood magicians.?”
“yes.”
Dionea briefly relayed what the lawmakers who examined Nyxian said..
“He said something similar, that it was magical internal bleeding. They said I could try treatment, but they couldn't guarantee success. Even the child's life..”
She ended the story by calmly saying that half of the secretly summoned lawmakers were underground and the other half were in a dungeon. I was once again convinced that she was not the innocent noblewoman she used to be..
Meanwhile, the blood king's spot was a symptom that only appeared in a small number of children of the twin royal families..
This only happens in cases where magical power is particularly strong, such as Heila. Well, Heyla's symptoms were so severe that she had to suffer from an incurable disease until she became an adult..
“It is true that it is difficult to treat. Treatment must be continued until symptoms completely disappear..”
“that.”
Dionea shook her head with a stern expression..
“That's difficult. Sir, you can’t stay here. I was lucky enough to sneak in today, but as my tail gets longer, I'm sure I'll get stepped on someday. Even if you keep your subordinates quiet, once the story starts leaking, that's it.-”
“Calm down, Dionea..”
I calmed her down quietly. And I barely opened my lips that wouldn't fall..
“There are other treatment methods as well.…….”
“What is it??”
“It's probably a similar method to what those blood magicians came up with. Maybe this is better for Nyxian..”
I said with a sigh as their eyes looked for an explanation..
“It sucks out all your blood. It completely removes the root of the disease. However, Nyxian's control is still weak, so he will not be able to regain his temper..”
“That means.”
“This means that there is a high possibility of losing your blood pressure forever..”
“Is it okay though??”
“Most people in the world live without blood manipulation, so what's the problem? In fact, it is better because you no longer have to suffer from unnecessary diseases. There will be no need for misunderstandings..”
These words were uttered after some hesitation and consideration, but Dionea seemed uninterested in my tone of voice or my true intentions..
“Isn't it dangerous? In the words of lawmakers,”
“I am on a different level from those skilled blood magicians. No problem, it will be over in a blink of an eye..”
“If so, please do so..”
Even though it meant completely removing one trace of me from the Nyxians, Dionea did not hesitate at all..
“…….”
I had to give up my regrets due to her unwavering gaze..
“Phew.”
The blood seeping from the scaly handcuffed palm soaked into the red spot on the child's forehead..
Tsutsutsutsu.
It goes without saying, but even though Nyxian's blood was quite exceptional, it was nothing compared to mine. Just by gently touching the child's body with carefully raised blood, it was possible to completely take away control..
From then on it was an instant..
The blood I shed spread through the child's blood vessels and throughout his body. Nyxian's magic betrayed its master and obeyed me without any resistance. The blood that was immediately collected was full of the child's blood..
“Ooh, ooh, ooh.”
Is it because of the feeling of exhaustion that I lost my vitality, or is it because I was able to shake off the pain that was weighing down my whole body? Nyxian whined and opened his eyes..
Unfortunately, no, fortunately, the child's eyes were dark green..
“……mom. Mom, where are you??”
For a child who is not yet two years old, his pronunciation is very clear. No, is this what everyone this age is like??
“Nixie, mommy's here. are you okay.”
“Wow.”
His blurry eyes focused and turned to me. I was so scared that I quickly used my courage. As the energy in the whole body stabilized and slowly subsided, the child soon fell asleep..
“……It's over.”
“thank you.”
The treatment was over in an instant, but I couldn't take my eyes off the child..
After choosing words for a moment, Dionea opened her mouth, cupping my hand holding the cradle..
“When Nixie grows up, she will tell you the truth..”
“No, you don't have to do that..”
“I didn't make a spontaneous decision out of respect or gratitude. It's for the child. Because everyone should know that much.”
“…….”
I nodded silently. Then I let go of the cradle, stepped back, and made eye contact with her..
Dionea was smiling kindly, but tears were forming in her drooping eyes again. On the other hand, he gave off a strict and resolute atmosphere with an orderly attitude..
She glanced at the bedroom door as she picked up her sleeping child..
“The maids are staying in the bedroom for too long. The soldiers might notice..”
Those words, the posture of standing up straight while holding the child, and the attitude of not asking anything seemed to be pushing me away. Maybe it's not a simple feeling.
“yes. I guess so..”
I retreated to the window, overcome by a strange loneliness. And he covered both his hands with black scales and smiled..
“Next time, we'll see you in bright daylight. To the front door..”
“Will that day ever come??”
“Of course. It will come sooner than you think..”
She smiled wider and nodded..
“yes. Then please.”
I looked into her watery eyes and then threw myself out the window..
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