Chapter 14: Sophia Time Part 1
Sophia was stunned at his words, having completely forgotten what she had said as she had been too focused on training Adrian to her full ability. Mixed feelings began brewing in side her as she struggled to fight between her growing desire towards her brother and the rational side of her screaming that what she was doing was wrong.
She then looked at the face of her brother, the lord of this estate and its leader. The young man she despised had started turning a new leaf, and she belived that his love towards her being the major catalyst, a misunderstanding she had deduced and further deepened by the actions of Adrian.
She then decided, even if it was wrong, she would do it for Adrian, giving herself a reason behind her actions. Yes, she decided to put all the blame on her brother. Who asked him to have such desire towards his sister? And besides, it was just five minutes, and she would endure whatever he would do to her.
She sighed, strengthening her resolve, and nodded her head, replying, "Don't worry, your teacher won't go back on her words."
As soon as she said those words, a huge smile was plastered in Adrian's face. Finally, he would get to make his sister cum teacher his. He was excited and by this fact and couldn't contain himself, so he suddenly lunged at her with his arms wide open for hug. Sophia dodged his hug.
Sophia dodged his hug, and Adrian fell face-first into the ground, looking up at her with a face that seemed to say, "You lied just now." Seeing him like that, Sophia couldn't help but laugh and told him, "My foolish student, we are sticky with sweat from all the training we have been doing since morning. I want to get fresh, and besides, someone might come to use the training room. So, I will visit your room at night."
She pulled him up, and he nodded at her words. Then they returned to their mansion and headed to their rooms. Sophia decided to take a bath and rest for a bit as she had not slept the whole night due to her tumultuous feelings. She washed up, laid down on her bed, and soon fell asleep due to her fatigue.
Meanwhile, Adrian also took a bath and then laid down on his bed, closing his eyes. He called the system and asked it to show his stats. He felt that his training today should yield some significant results. The system showed him his stats:
Name: Adrian EverhartAge: 18Level: 1Title: Head of Everhart ManorHealth Points (HP): 100/100Mana Points (MP): 50/50Strength: 5 (+2)Agility: 8 (+2)Endurance: 6 (+2)Intelligence: 7 (+2)Charisma: 20 Luck: 10 Seduction Points (SP): 0
Skills:
Intermediate Swordsmanship: Level 1
Basic Mana Control: Level 1
Inventory:
Enchanted Dagger
Basic Healing Potion x3
Charming Spray
He looked at his stats and was content with his growth, his endurance attaining the highest growth as he had been training to build his foundation . He was now close to the average stats for an ordinary person in this world. But soon he felt gloomy when he thought of the situation of his territory, with a threat of war looming over his head, he could not have a peaceful rest.
"System, how can I grow stronger?" he asked. The system replied, "Host needs to earn SP. There are items in the shop that can help you increase your strength in a short time, host."
He sighed and got out of his room to find Chris and inform her not to look for him for today and tomorrow morning as he wanted to solely focus on Sophia. He didn't find her anywhere and asked one of the maids working in the mansion.
She mentioned that Lady Isabella and Chris went to town to buy new clothes. He then told the maid to inform his mother and Chris not to disturb him as he was busy with some matters and couldn't afford to have someone break his focus while he was doing his work. The maid nodded to his decision.
Feeling hungry, he told her to lay food on the dining table and call Sophia as well. She acknowledged the order and asked the chefs in the mansion to cook food. She then went to Sophia's room, and seeing her sleeping soundly, didn't have the heart to wake her up.
She told Adrian that Sophia was sleeping, and she didn't want to wake her up. Adrian praised her for a good job and went to have lunch himself, even offering the maid some food, which she politely refused.
After finishing his lunch, Adrian decided to take a stroll around the town to pass the time until nightfall. He instructed the maids not to bother him about dinner as he planned to eat outside and work in his room later. The maids nodded in agreement, and he left the manor to explore the town.
He wore a robe and a hood to hide his identity and he roamed around the town. Even though he was taking a stroll, his mind was not even focused at his surrounding. His mind was full of Sophia, so he wandered around aimlessly to kill time.
As the evening approached, Adrian found a roadside stall and enjoyed some street food before heading back to his manor. Upon returning, he met his mother and informed her that he wouldn't be joining them for dinner as he would be working in his room. He then retreated to his room, preparing himself for the night.
Meanwhile, Sophia woke up when a maid came to call her for dinner. After eating, she returned to her room. Remembering her promise to visit Adrian's room at night, she waited for everyone in the manor to fall asleep. She then prepared herself by looking into the mirror and donning a nightgown. She felt nervous, hesitant, and excited all at the same time as she prepared to sneak into Adrian's room.