Madam Sharon
On December 15, 1346, in the evening, the Sun had completely set, the black sky was dotted with stars, and the streetlights on the road were already on.
Since returning to the Morse Town 11 days ago, Altair has stayed in the castle and rarely goes out.
But today, for the sake of the Sheffield Family family's honor, she had to come to Tingen City again to participate in the city's Charity Auction.
She wore a white Rococo-style dress with a cinched waist and a layered skirt, paired with nude pink stockings, black patent leather shoes, and simple pearl necklace, bracelet, and delicate earrings.
Together with Old Clayton, they rode in a magnificent carriage bearing the Family Crest toward the Baron Hoy's Residence on Olsna Street in the West Borough of Tingen City.
Few people may know the name of Baron Khoy, but many will certainly know the name of his stepmother Madam Sharon. She was Tingen's most famous widow and socialite, and one of the few people who could speak for New and Old Factions in Tingen City.
Of course, all of this is merely her outward identity. Her true identity is that of the core controller of the Demoness Sect in Tingen City, and the Sequence Six Demoness of Pleasure.
However, it is clearly unusual that she is the one organizing this "citywide" Charity Auction, even though she is representing Baron Khoy.
However, the rule in today's society is that if a large-scale "city-level" charity event is to be held, the organizer must at least hold the title of Earl. Her stepson, Baron Khoy, is clearly not qualified to organize a charity event of this scale. He might be qualified to organize a charity event of a slightly lower level.
This is clearly overstepping her bounds! Although she's well-connected in Tingen City, that doesn't change the fact that this behavior is fundamentally provocative.
What's even more infuriating is that he's the only Earl near Tingen City. Although he's currently a "minor" and hasn't publicized his identity, everyone who needs to know already knows.
When the Altair family's carriage appeared on the street where Baron Hoy's Residence was located, the surrounding carriages quickly made way. Most of these people were there to watch a spectacle: a newly promoted underage nobleman being overstepped in his authority by a nobleman two ranks below him.
If this matter is not handled properly, the Sheffield Family's influence in the local community will certainly suffer a severe blow.
Altair found this situation a headache. The best approach would have been to ignore her, not participate in her activities, and then later spread mild negative comments, such as: "This Baron is too hasty..." and so on.
But the old housekeeper insisted on bringing her along, and she really didn't understand why they were here. It was just making things difficult for her.
As soon as the carriage came to a stop and Altair stepped down, he saw the owner of the manor, Baron Khoy quickly came to greet him.
Looking at the enthusiastic Baron Khoy, Altair felt something was off, thinking, "Is this guy crazy? Doesn't he know what she's here for?"
Looking at the "foolish" man in front of him, Altair ultimately chose not to cause trouble, but followed him into the hall.
Not long after Altair entered, a woman in a long black dress walked over. She had fair skin, brown hair and eyes, arched eyebrows, upturned eyes, a straight nose and delicate lips. She walked with a graceful posture and carried a fragrant scent, inadvertently exuding an irresistible charm.
Upon seeing Altair, Madam Sharon went straight up to her, took her small hand, and said warmly, "Sister, I'm so glad to finally meet you!"
"Little sister, she really thinks she's a member of the Demoness Sect." Altair withdrew his hand and said to Sharon with an unfriendly expression:
Didn't your superiors tell you that I haven't joined you yet?
After hearing Altair directly clarify their relationship, Madam Sharon abandoned all pretense of politeness and led her out of the hall to a room deep inside on the second floor, then pushed open the door and went inside.
This bedroom is luxuriously and opulently furnished, with thick, expensive carpets, a spacious layout, velvet duvet covers, and numerous decorations inlaid with gold thread—everything about it exudes the owner's extravagance.
Unfortunately, the room was a mess. Thin, sexy lingerie and stockings were scattered all over the floor. The bedding on the bed was not neatly arranged but piled up haphazardly to one side, with many wrinkles, as if it had just been through a battle. There was even a faint scent of heather in the air nearby.
Madam Sharon casually found a chair and sat down, saying warmly, "Sister, you know very well that ever since you took the ' Assassin ' Potion, you've been half a member of the Demoness Sect, and you have no other choice."
Altair chose a relatively clean chair, sat down, and replied, "Indeed, but I can't just join you for no reason. At the very least, you should offer me some benefits."
After saying that, she added, "Of course, if all you can offer me are Beyonder Characteristic and Potion Recipe, I'm afraid I can't join."
Upon hearing this, Madam Sharon gave a knowing smile and said in a sweet voice, "Of course we understand. You can tell us your needs."
"We," Altair repeated softly, then asked, "Who do you represent, the Demoness Sect? Or a specific individual?"
Madam Sharon remained enthusiastic, saying sweetly, "Of course it's the Demoness Sect, but as you know, there are many factions within the cult, and I also represent the Saintess of the White."
"Sequence Three: The Demoness of Unaging's Beyonder Characteristic Beyonder Characteristic, Sequence Four: The Demoness of Despair's Beyonder Characteristic, Sequence Four: Sequence Three Manipulator's Beyonder Characteristic... Sequence Five: The Shepherd's Extraordinary Beyonder Characteristic... Sequence Four: The Shaman King's Beyonder Characteristic... Sequence Four: The Alchemist's Beyonder Characteristic..." Altair said calmly.
Sitting opposite her, Madam Sharon's expression gradually Distortion upon hearing Altair's request, which sounded like reciting a menu. She quickly interrupted, "That's impossible. Even if you emptied the Demoness Sect, you couldn't get all the Beyonder Characteristic you wanted."
"Then what can you give me?" Altair couldn't help but ask in return.
After calming herself down, Madam Sharon paused for a few seconds and said, "The Demoness Sect can provide you with the Beyonder Characteristic of the Assassin pathway to ' Sequence Four Demoness of Despair,' one Shepherd trait, and one Astronomer trait."
"The Saintess of the White can provide you with one Traveler trait and one Dreamwalker trait."
Altair shook his head calmly and said, "What you've offered is too ordinary for me, and the price isn't right."
"You should also know that these characteristics are easily attainable for me."
"If you're not sincere at all, then forget it."
After saying that, Altair prepared to get up and leave.
"Wait!" Madam Sharon quickly called out to Altair, who was about to leave. Then, glancing at the mirror beside her, she said, "The Demoness Sect can provide you with two Beyonder Characteristic for Assassin to advance to Sequence Four: one for Traveler, one for Alchemist, one for Shepherd, and one for Imperative Mage."
"The Saintess of the White can provide you with one Manipulator trait and one Shaman King trait."
"But we need you to provide a steady supply of weaponry on a regular basis, along with some financial compensation, and to assist us in completing our mission."