Lord Pierre."
Pierre, who was busy experimenting, raised his head.
"Shuiglaire?" "Why is it you?" Pierre frowned slightly.”
"Yes, my lord. I'm here to deliver the potion that I finished today.”
"Why not Isadora? Isn't she usually the one who comes?"
Gong Hao carefully observed Pierre's reaction. He could tell that there was a sense of impatience in his heart.
"Princess Avril has been on Purgatory Island for almost two months. She felt that she should go back, so she called Isadora back today.”
"Is that so? That's a pity."
" Yes, my lord. Isadora is smart, beautiful, and very cute. I can't bear to see her leave. When I think of her leaving, I feel like I've lost something.”
Gong Hao's words were simply based on Pierre's mood. He had completely hit the nail on the head.
In the past month, this charming and seductive little vixen had appeared in front of him several times a day.
She was so beautiful that it made people fall head over heels for her. Her every move made Pierre unable to extricate himself.
If this was not the Alchemy Tower but the Wenrington Magic Academy, Pierre might have raped and killed her long ago.
"When are they leaving?" Pierre asked Gong Hao.
"Three days later. In fact, I saw Isadora cry when she heard the news.”
"She cried?"
"Yes, she cried secretly alone. It's obvious that she can't bear to leave this place. Sir, I feel that this matter is a bit strange. There is no reason for a maid to cry because she is leaving Purgatory Island. In fact, I feel that she has been acting strangely recently.”
"What do you mean?"
"I think she might have fallen in love. You know, there are many outstanding youths on Purgatory Island. Especially the acolytes, they were smart, witty, and knowledgeable. When Isadora wasn't helping me, she would often mingle with the other acolytes. Compared to the time they spent together, she spent the least time with me. I think she might have secretly fallen in love with someone.”
"Is that possible?" Pierre furrowed his brows, and a nameless anger rose in his heart. No, she's mine. How can she like someone else? Bastard!
"Last night, when I left after finishing my experiment, I noticed that she seemed to have said something about meeting me in the small forest tomorrow night.”
"You mean Isadora was secretly dating someone?”
"I think so, my lord. But I can't be sure. You know, I might have heard wrong. After I came out, she didn't say anything else. I didn't see who she was talking to.”
"But you can't deny that there's a good chance she'll leave the castle tonight for a date, can you?”
"Yes, my lord. This is exactly why I wanted to tell you about this. You know that achievements come from hard work, and love is the most distracting thing. If any of the apprentices fell in love with a girl, the consequence was likely to be that they would no longer work hard. I'm very worried that if this continues, it will cause a major mistake at work or other adverse consequences.”
"Your concern is correct. Alchemy does not allow distractions.”
"Then if you agree, I hope you can let me go to the grove tonight. I hope to know which apprentice is secretly meeting there.”
"No." " That's not appropriate," Pierre flatly refused." Glaer." Isadora was the princess's maid. If such a secret meeting was discovered, it would not be good for the princess's face. This will affect the reputation of the royal family."
"Yes, my lord, you are right. I believe that the princess would not like this kind of thing to happen.”
"Have you told anyone else about this?”
"No, Milord, I didn't tell anyone.”
" Very well. From now on, don't ask about Isadora and that apprentice. After all, they were leaving in three days, so they should just let it go. Hopefully, the acolyte would regain his senses and focus on his work.”
"Yes, Milord. I'll take my leave first.”
"Go ahead." Pierre waved his hand.
Looking at Gong Hao's departing back, Pierre's eyes spewed out flames of anger that almost burned all his rationality. Oh, Isadora, my love, how could you fool around with another man behind my back?
No, I will never accept such a thing.
Tonight…Yes, tonight, I know what to do.
Very good, Shuiglaire. Thank you very much for your information. This has given me a heaven-sent opportunity. That damned apprentice will be my scapegoat, and Shuiglaire will be my witness. However, in order to prevent my mentor from discovering all of this, it seems that I can't cut off those beautiful parts of hers.
But no matter what, tonight would be an exciting night.
Yes, it was really exciting!
Pierre closed his eyes.
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In the princess's bedroom, Gong Hao continued to tell Avril a story.
"There are many theories about the origin of the masquerade ball. There was a saying that winter was coming to an end and spring was coming. All kinds of evil and ghosts would return to the mountains and forests and no longer harm the human world. In order to prevent them from exposing their identities and leaving quietly, this parade was specially held to send them off. There was also a saying that came from the upper echelons of the palace. In some countries, whenever there was a major celebration, the monarch would always dance happily with his subjects in the palace. Because the monarch was the supreme existence, the courtiers would always be very careful when they were having fun with the monarch, which made it impossible for them to enjoy themselves.”
"Yes, that's why I like being with you.”Avril interrupted Gong Hao.
"So later, a clever queen came up with a solution. She asked the monarch and his subjects to change their clothes and put on a mask. This way, when they were celebrating, because one couldn't see the other party's face clearly, one wouldn't have to worry about facing a ruler and not being able to speak to their heart's content. Especially since the ruler would not join in the celebration at the beginning, but would secretly join in halfway. He would not reveal his identity to anyone, just to enjoy the fun of equality.”
"Oh, it's indeed a good method. No one knew when the person dancing with them might be their king. However, my father is very fat. Even if he wears a mask, others can tell from his stomach.”
Gong Hao smiled." Yes, this method isn't very effective. Many people have their own way of identifying who their ruler is. Moreover, even if the ruler isn't around, they don't dare to speak loudly. Everyone is afraid that their words might be heard by a spy nearby. It did not allow the nobles to completely let go of their scruples at the ball, but it was still passed down. This was because this kind of celebration was very interesting among the people. Think about it, everyone is wearing a mask on the street, you don't know who you will be dancing with, maybe the face under the mask is what you have been waiting for, but it may also be what you hate. But in a situation where you don't know anything, you let go of everything and laughed to your heart's content. You could even go to the people and listen to their discussions about the country and the royal family. Because you wear a mask, no one knows who you are, so you can hear a lot of truth. People open up their hearts by hiding their appearances. This is the original meaning of masquerade, at least I think so.”
"This is indeed great. When I get back to Wenrington, I'm going to have Father pass the masquerade. Then, I sneaked out to be with the commoners and listen to them talk about interesting things. Of course, all of them added together are not as good as you, Xiu Yi.”
"You like this idea?" Gong Hao asked her.
"Of course, I like it very much. I can't wait to try it now."
"Oh, the masquerade is only at night. Under the illumination of the bonfire, the two of them wore masks as if they were facing strangers. Then they would sit down together and confide in each other, saying whatever they wanted to say without worrying about the consequences. They could chat while drinking delicious fruit wine. No one took off their masks and just communicated with their hearts…It was a very interesting experience. It didn't need many people to try it.”
"Shall we try it tonight?”
"I'm worried that your butler and servants will stop you.”
"We can sneak out. You can do it, right? I like that feeling very much, just like the last time you brought me to the Alchemy Tower.”Avril was very excited.
"Yes, Avril." "Yes." Gong Hao nodded."Since you insist, I suggest you prepare a maid's outfit first. Then, I'll prepare a mask for you. By the way, what kind of mask do you like?”
Avril thought about it seriously for a while, then said with certainty,""I want the kind that bares its fangs and brandishes its claws, the kind that looks very fierce.”
"Oh, no, Avril, that won't do. You have to know that it's at night.”
"Oh, no one will see it anyway.”
"But I think it's better for you to wear a cute mask.”
"Alright, Xiu Yi. I'll wear whatever you like.”
"Then, I'll go back and make a mask for you first. I'll send it to you later.”
"Yes." Avril answered with her little neck shrunk, covering her mouth and secretly laughing.
"I think this is going to be a wonderful night.”Gong Hao had a strange feeling.
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When evening arrived, Gong Hao brought Avril a mask.
A cute little rabbit.
In the dead of the night, Avril changed into a maid costume and put on a bunny mask, then crept out of the window.
She jumped out of the window and landed in Gong Hao's arms.
There were originally warriors guarding outside the window. However, they were all transferred away by Avril with the incredible excuse of " you guys are blocking my favorite moonlight." This made it easy for Gong Hao and Avril to sneak out of the castle.
As soon as she ran out of the castle, Avril couldn't help but laugh.""Oh, Xiu Yi, this is really interesting. We were like a couple having an affair. Every day with you is so wonderful.”
"Then do you want to have more fun?" Gong Hao also smiled.”
"Do you have something more fun?" Under the rabbit mask, Avril's big eyes sparkled.
"Of course." "There's a form of entertainment called drama. It's a beautiful art form. It was born among the people and passed down for centuries, making people miss it. There were many beautiful and moving stories in the play. People would use these stories in ordinary celebrations to make the masquerade more exciting.”
"Tell me, what should I do?"
"Do you still remember the story of Romeo and Juliet that I told you?”
"Oh, that's a tragedy. Damn Xiu Yi, you cheated me of so many tears.”Avril punched Gong Hao with her small fists, looking like a spoiled lover.
"Yes, it's a classic tragedy. A man and a woman who love each other can't be together because of their backgrounds. People would sometimes light a bonfire at masquerade parties, and then a couple would recite the dialogue of Romeo and Juliet by the bonfire, as if they were the protagonists of the tragedy. It was a very immersive performance. Through this kind of performance, they can experience the sweet taste of love and feel all kinds of feelings, including joy, sweetness, beauty, pain, sorrow, and trouble... Do you want to try?”
Avril was tempted.
She nodded lightly.
Gong Hao took out a bottle of medicine and handed it to her.
"Drink this." he said.
"What is this?"
"It's a voice-changing potion. It can temporarily make your voice a little deeper and increase the appeal of your speech.”
"Oh, you're always so devoted and thoughtful.”
Avril drank the potion.
Then she asked softly,"Which part shall we play?"”
"The scene where you express your heartfelt feelings under the moon and the final scene where you die are the two most exciting scenes. This is the script. Oh right, in these two sections, we have to call each other by their pet names.”
"A pet name? You didn't tell me that they had a nickname.”
"That was my negligence."
"Alright then, Xiu Yi. How should I address you?”
"Call me Ivo."
"Ivo? The name of the acolyte in the castle?"
"It's just a coincidence."
"Then what is Juliet's pet name?”
"Yisha."
"Oh, what a coincidence. Isadora is also called Iza.”
"Coincidence makes a story, Avril.”
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