Learning and Clothes

"You're aware of the advice given by the Demoness Sect. Since advancing to Sequence Seven, our path has required us to constantly resist the influence of the Potion itself, which is to say, feminization."

"I couldn't resist this influence, and this is how I've become."

"Do you also want to become like me, to fully become a woman, and to be my sister?"

The conversation, which took place four days earlier on February 10, 1347, ended without a conclusion because neither of them wanted to continue the conversation.

Altair didn't immediately make a promise to Vivian that he would only ever have her in his life. Because at that moment, she hadn't yet figured out how to deal with the psychological effects of the Potion.

The future is full of uncertainty for her; she doesn't know what will happen, so she can only take it one step at a time and dare not make any premature pronouncements.

As noon approached, Altair, who was sitting by the fireplace, finally finished his studies for the day and put down the occult books that the Demoness Sect had sent him.

Even now, Altair still doesn't understand what the Demoness Sect is really thinking in recruiting her.

The Beyonder Characteristic of the Demoness Pathway directly granted the Sequence Four Demoness of Despair all sorts of Occult Knowledge. This kind of eager, hands-on investment is probably the biggest risky investment the Demoness Sect has made since the Fifth Epoch.

Enjoying this almost free investment, Altair still felt uneasy, because the Demoness Sect hadn't given her anything yet—

She assigned her no decent tasks.

However, the things Adela sent back then were truly amazing— the Occult Knowledge that the Demoness Sect had researched over the years. For example, the book "The Book of Witch" was a reward given by the Demoness Sect to outstanding members who advanced to the rank of "Sequence Seven Witch."

The book is divided into two main parts. The first half records various Curse Arts, Spells, and techniques for using them.

These methods of cursing are simpler, more efficient, and more sophisticated than the methods inherent in Witch Potion.

From simple physical curses to more advanced remote curses using personal items, and finally to the point where curses can be cast without any items, as long as the target's information is known, that's enough.

After seeing these methods of cursing, Altair couldn't help but marvel at how the Demoness Sect had perfected the art of cursing after thousands of years of research.

As for knowledge of different types of Spells, it's quite comprehensive, covering Poison Arts, Medical Arts, occupation, Psychological Manipulation, Illusion Arts, and Ritual Magic —the only drawback is that it's not very in-depth.

As for the latter half, the most practical part is the method for making the "Mirror Communication" reagent.

This "Mirror Call" reagent is a special potion developed by the Demoness Sect, using Pathway unique Black Magic as an energy source, its Own Substance as a mystical beacon, and the "Mirror World" as a medium, combined with three other abilities.

Although this special Communication Potion is made by Demoness using their Own Substance, it will not affect their safety even if it is obtained by Beyonder through other Pathway.

Because people from other Pathway cannot simultaneously possess all three unique abilities of Demoness.

At noon, after Altair and Vivian had lunch together, they waited idly. The reason was simple: they needed to order their dresses for this year.

Although Altair is not yet an adult, he can use this as a reason not to attend the nobles' Banquet Month this year.

However, the necessary decorum cannot be avoided. After all, if you don't order new clothes when other noble families are doing so, what will the other noble families think? Will the Sheffield Family go bankrupt?

Seeing the listless Altair, Vivian, who was sitting upright to the side, couldn't help but remind him, "When the designer comes in later, you better perform well and try not to make any mistakes."

"This year marks my first year as the Earl Sheffield in charge of this estate, a very significant year. I don't want your laziness to leave me with regrets for the future."

After hearing her words, Altair, who was lounging nearby, couldn't help but laugh and asked, "Then may I ask, Your Excellency Mrs. Sheffield, who am I?"

Aren't you afraid of facing my family's strict discipline?

After hearing her reminder, Vivian blushed slightly and turned her head away, not wanting to talk to Altair.

After the servants who greeted them at the door led the group into the Reception Hall, Vivian rose and introduced them, "This is Madame Charlotte, Bexland's most famous designer. She has designed many famous clothes for the nobles and royalty of Loen. Her most famous recent garment is undoubtedly the dress the Queen wore at last year's New Year's Eve party—"

As Vivian introduced him, Altair turned his attention back to her.

This elderly designer, though nearing fifty, still possesses a graceful appearance and robust physique, exuding elegance in every gesture.

Because of her lack of noble status, the elderly Madame Charlotte could only curtsy to Altair after Vivian's introduction, saying, "Good afternoon, Your Excellency Count Altair."

Altair nodded slightly in return, and casually said, "Good afternoon, Madame Charlotte. I'll be relying on you for the next while."

"Rest assured, Count Altair. I will spend the rest of my time designing the most appropriate clothing for you, so that you can be dressed to your heart's content at every banquet this Social Season," Madame Charlotte replied calmly to Altair's question.

Then Madame Charlotte summoned her subordinates to assist her in personally measuring Altair: height, shoulder width, chest circumference, waist circumference—

She measured fourteen items in total, from largest to smallest, and after completing a simple design drawing, she began to consult Altair for his opinion.

When Madame Charlotte asked if she was dissatisfied and whether any changes were needed, Altair completely respected her wishes and offered no guidance on modifications.

But when it comes to hats, she has her own preferences. She has absolutely no interest in the Bonnet Hat and even finds it ugly.

As evening approached, Madame Charlotte, accompanied by Altair and Vivian, along with the initial design drafts and size measurements of their dresses, left Sheffield Manor.

Watching the carriage disappear into the distance, Altair turned back to Vivian and asked curiously, "How did you meet this Madame Charlotte and invite her here?"

"As far as I know, you've only been in Bexland for a little over a year, and you've spent most of your time on missions. You probably haven't had any free time to get to know a clothing designer. As for free time, that's even more impossible, since you're even more of a homebody than I am."

Upon hearing this, Vivian's smiling face instantly fell, and she said to her, "Of course I don't know her, but I can ask someone to introduce me, like Madame Anna."