Second Life's Revenge

The next few days went by as if Laura's confinement never happened. Count Harrison was back to normal and he did not know about anything that had happened. None of the servants reported which was weird because normally any incident big or small would've been reported.

It's as if they lost a part of their memory during the past four days.

For sure Tine was using her black magic to cover everything that had happened. Manipulating and erasing memories was something common amongst those using black magic, though there was a consequence to whoever uses it. To whoever is curious about the consequence it's better not to know.

If anyone saw what it actually was, it might traumatize them.

"Mary," Laura called but she heard nothing in her room.

Right she forgot that Mary was in the Smythe estate right now. At least her memories aren't wiped out, unlike a certain person, Lester.

The reason Laura knew why a part of their memory was erased was because of Lester. Earlier this morning Laura asked Lester if no one was going to report the doings of Tine. All Lester did was give a confusing expression and asked her.

To think Tine would go that far just and erase their memories. But Laura wondered why she wasn't affected. Must it be since she has mana too? What can she do? No one knows the answer except for Tine.

A maid entered Laura's room, holding freshly plucked flowers from the garden. She replaced the wilted flower, displayed on top of the drawer. Laura told the maid to call for Lester. What she had in mind was to tell Lester everything though he might be very confused.

'Black magic huh? It's a surprise that Tine hasn't been caught yet.'

"You called for me?" Lester asked as he entered the room.

"I'm going to say somethings you might not believe it, but it all happened," Laura straightforwardly said.

Laura explained everything in detail from the beginning when she was dragged by two guards and how the maids treated her like garbage. She continued until to the part where she found his father and Count Harrison tied onto a chair.

Every word Laura delivered, Lester felt like couldn't believe what he was hearing. He knew that Tine wasn't as nice as what others say but to the point where she manipulated and erased his memories? That's the part he did not find convincing.

"So you're telling me that Miss Tine has black magic? I am not someone who posses mana but I do know manipulating and erasing memories is illegal."

"I don't expect you to believe me. Since you were the type of person who only believes what he sees," Laura giggled.

"Well…you are not wrong," Lester scoffed and his expression returned to being serious. "But if those words are coming from you I might believe it." Laura's mouth slightly opened. Never had she thought Lester would believe her. Though it was all true.

"Really?" Laura teased.

"That reminds me where is Mary? I haven't seen her at all," Lester asked, looking around Laura's room. The room went silent and Lester looked back at Laura.

"I sent her to the Smythe family," Laura said in a serious tone.

"Then she's the only other person, aside from you, who knows what happened?" Lester asked while Laura nodded her head. Laura spoke, "She might be my only proof though I reckon Tine know Mary is missing."

"At least she will be safe there," Lester agreed as he nodded his head.

Tine wouldn't be able to touch Mary because she is protected by the Smythe family. Though it will take time for Mary and Laura to be together it is better to be safe than nothing. Just thinking what the future would bring it scared her.

The future really is unknown. No one knows when the next war will rise, when the next big uproar in town will happen or when Tine will accuse Laura again.

"Anyway, you know what to do if Tine asks you. Just continue acting as you dislike me," Laura said and stood up from her chair and remember something she smirked asking, "Do you want to know something I did?"

"What is it?" Lester asked, clearing the table that was pilled with books.

"I jumped out of the window," Laura smiled proudly though it isn't something she is supposed to be proud of. Lester dropped the books he felt his stomach drop to the ground.

"You what?!" Lester asked as he had the face 'Are you kidding me?'

"Jumped out of the window," Laura nodded her head, pointing to the window she used to jump that night.

Lester closed his eyes slowly and held his anger as much as possible. A lady jumped out of the window? Not only was it just high, but it was also at least two stories high. Lester opened his eyes with a sigh and calmly asked, "And you're proud of that?"

"I did climb lots of trees when I was younger."

"I think Viscountess Andrea should teach you more on how a lady should act," Lester said, placing his arms behind his back.

"I don't think she'll be interested in teaching me the basic etiquette," Laura giggled and continued, "You must be busy. But rememb-"

"Yes, I know how you do things. I am your loyal servant. If you ask me to cross the continent by foot, I will do so," Lester bowed. He already made his mind up. From where he introduced himself formally he decided the only person who he will serve was her.

"Thank you, Lester."

"There is no need to thank me. I forgot to inform you that Viscountess Andrea is here to meet you," Lester smiled then made his way out.

Laura nodded her head as she watched Lester out of her room. She almost forgot it was the day to meet with Viscountess Andrea. Laura had many questions to ask her which made it the perfect timing.

Laura arrived at the doors of the study room it might be a while since she last saw Viscountess Andrea and she wanted to thank her for being a huge help, planning the exposure of Tine. If it wasn't for her it might not have been as successful.

The door opened and there calmly sat Viscountess Andrea, reading a book. When she noticed the door opening she lowered her book and gave Laura a welcoming smile. "You're finally here."

"It's nice to see you again, Miss Andrea," Laura greeted and sat on the couch as her fingers fidget. Viscountess Andrea noticed Laura's fingers and closed her book. The moment Laura entered, she knew that there questions she needed to answer. "What is it?"

"First, I want to thank you for your help. Second, what do you think about erasing a part of someone else's memory?"

Viscountess Andrea straightened her back, thinking this is one interesting question. As expected of her student she never fails to impress her. Viscountess Andrea answered, "As you know it is considered as black magic to do so. Whoever the person you are referring to might be suffering right now."

"You mean that consequence?" Laura raised her brow.

"Yes, where they suffer great pain in their chest to the point they would cough blood? The more people it is used the greater the pain is. I do not know who you are referring to but if they survived that person must be lucky."

That makes sense because she had not seen any movements from Tine or rather her maids are scattered around all over the estate. It seems like she ordered no one to enter her room. Who knows the demon in her is growing?

Viscountess Andrea asked, "Who might be that lucky person?" Laura shook her head, smiling and answered, "Someone who likes you dearly."

The face of Viscountess Andrea showed a disgusting expression on her face, adding rolling her eyes when she knows who Laura meant. "She has black magic?" Viscountess Andrea shockingly asked.

"Is what I suspect," Laura said unsure.

"It might be another person," Viscountess Andrea doubted. She doubted a girl like Tine has black magic at a young. Rather it would be around sixteen for a normal child to know what it really is.

"Why do you say so?" Laura asked.

"Because a girl like Tine wouldn't be able to control it well. My husband would think that way too."

"I almost forgot that your husband is a commander to add he posses mana."

"That's right my dear."

There are those who use their mana to serve their empire and one example is Viscountess Andrea's husband. A commander, leading one of the best troops in the empire. Someone who posses mana has two choices working for the church or serving in the military.

"Just a reminder. If she does possess black magic to be careful. Black magic is dangerous than what you think," Viscountess Andrea added.

"Don't worry I will be cautious."