The mansion of Count Fonan appeared to have been freshly remodeled or built in a fashionable style from the start.

The house itself was massive, with numerous chambers visible from the outside. The Counts vast territory allowed for such a large structure to be built, as opposed to the higher houses that the nobility preferred.

They arrived at a gate with guards on both sides, which was still quite a distance from the mansion.

Visitors were greeted by a large garden that had been meticulously arranged with various trees and flowers. Count Fonan, who ruled the territory around the City of Logholt, wielded great influence, as the scenery showed.

Fufu, what do you think?

With a proud smile on his face, the Count, who was viewing the area around the house from the carriage window, inquired. In reply Merc turned towards him and smiled brightly.

Its a beautiful garden. It truly is spectacular.

Hahaha. If we have time Ill show you around. But first, lets have you rest in one of my guest rooms. They are my pride and joy. Were here. Lets get off.

The Count was the first to exit the carriage when it arrived in front of the mansions entrance, followed by Merc. They took a few steps before being welcomed by about ten maids.

Welcome back, Master.

Were there any changes while I was gone?

The Count, followed by the Merc, moved quickly among the maids, who bowed their heads in respect. When he casually inquired for confirmation, the maids exchanged strange glances.

Hm? Is something wrong?

This letter arrived for you, Master

What?

One of the maids withdrew an envelope from her pocket and presented it to the Count, who examined the back of the envelope with a puzzled expression.

No sender Whos this letter from?

We dont know. We discovered it in front of the mansions entrance. However, according to the guards, no one has come to visit.

What? You cant come here unless you first pass by the entrance gate. Just how in the world did a letter get here?

Seeing the maids alarm, the Count quickly took the letter out from the envelope.

!

His expression stiffened as his gaze rested on the letter, and he turned to face the maid.

Did you show this to Porto?

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Y-Yes. When the head butler saw the letter, he hurriedly gathered his servants and left. He told us to tell you that hed be back soon and that you should wait for him, Master

I see. When he comes back, tell him to come to my room.

The Count turned to leave after saying this, but then remembered that Merc was still there and turned to face her. His eyes were clearly agitated. Despite this, he smiled and added a quick nod.

Youll have to excuse me, Zera. Some things popped up. For the time being, wait for me in the guestroom. Someone! Take this lady to one of the guest rooms.

Right away, Master. Miss, please, come this way.

One of the maids said, and Merc was escorted away.

Thank you

To avoid appearing suspicious, Merc made a puzzled expression and quietly followed the maid. Merc discreetly observed the Count entering one of the nearby rooms as he looked to his left and right in alarm, and smiled without anybody seeing.

The plan was going smoothly.

I apologize for this, Miss. Please wait here for the Master until he is finished with his business.

Merc was escorted into an elaborately decorated guest room and was invited to sit in a lavish chair, which she readily accepted. The maid, who had served as her guide, bowed deeply towards Merc as she apologized.

However, Merc, who had known since last night that she would have to wait due to a plan, nodded with a calm expression on her face.

Thats okay. However, just waiting is no fun. Would you care to chat with me? Please, come sit near me.

D-Did that sound right I wonder

Merc smiled at the maid, still preoccupied with her ladylike conduct. When the maid saw Mercs smile, she blushed and moved in closer.

I-If youre fine with me.

Even if the maid had no intention of doing so, the smile beaming from Mercs stunning looks was enough to make other ladies blush. The maid approached Merc, her face flushed1.

Merc maintained her smile and spoke to the maid who approached her.

Could you please bend down so that I can see your eyes?

What? That is

Please. I find it difficult to speak to people if I dont look them in the eyes.

O-Okay

The maid, half-persuaded by Mercs remarks, held her skirt down and squatted. She then lowered her eyes to Mercs eye level, revealing her blushed cheeks and bewildered, moist eyes.

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I-Is this fine?

Perfect. Thank you.

They were so near they could practically feel each others breath. The maid was too shy to stare Merc in the eyes, so she made only a momentary eye contact before immediately moving her gaze away from Merc.

Merc nevertheless managed to pinpoint the exact moment when their gazes met, and pushed her right index and middle fingers to the maids forehead quickly and lightly.

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Sleep!

Ahh.

The maids eyes closed without struggle as the magic words rippled into her ears like a song, and she began to descend lifelessly towards the seated Merc.

Here we go.

Merc carefully supported the unconscious maid and sat her in the chair she had previously occupied. The chairs armrests made it hard to tumble out of it. That was unless one was a really bad sleeper.

Phew. Talking like a lady really isnt for me.

Now that the maid was unconscious, Merc could speak in her natural tone without fear of being overheard.

Her mouth hurt from trying to speak in a way she wasnt used to. Furthermore, she couldnt keep up this manner of speech for long, and it would be a major issue if any of the members of Gust of Wind heard her. Theyd surely burst out laughing, and Merc wouldnt be able to bear such humiliation.

Everythings going according to plan. I infiltrated the Counts mansion without being found out.

Sleep was the difficult spell that Merc had just cast. It functioned by placing a hand on the forehead of someone whose eyes were locked with the casters. As a result, the effect was so powerful that the victim fell asleep almost immediately and was assured a comfortable nights rest. In other words, Merc was now free to move around.

Merc neared the guest rooms entrance, examined for signs of life, and after making sure no one was nearby, she rummaged through her chest. From in between the stuffing she took out a small Transmission Magic Stone.

Lets see if the Count took the bait.

Merc poured Mana into the Magic Stone and held it close to her ear, holding her breath so she could hear what was going on. From the Magic Stone, she heard faint human voices.

Butler is back. Would you like me to invite him here?

No, Ill go to my room right away. Tell Porto to come there as well.

Understood.

Merc surmised that the people speaking were most probably the Count and one of the maids. Furthermore, it seemed like the head butler Porto had come back as well. Following that, there was a sound of the opening and closing of a door, indicating that the Count had moved to another room.

This is useful. I can track the Count using this

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The ability to use the Magic Stone to follow the sound of footsteps truly amazed Merc.

The Magic Stone Merc was holding onto was given to her by Astard for the sake of the mission. It was linked to a Magic Stone that had secretly been hidden in the Counts pocket. Furthermore, the Magic Stone in the Counts pocket already had Mana imbued into it. Therefore, even if the Count didnt imbue any Mana himself, his voice would be relayed to Merc.

Merc had slipped in the Magic Stone as the Count was holding her in his arms.

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I see youre back.

Yes. I apologize for acting without permission.

Merc heard a door open again, followed by this exchange. She deduced that the Count had arrived at his chambers where hed met Porto.

The man, presumably Porto, apologized in a husky tone, making him appear older than the Count.

Thats fine Whats this letter?

I dont know either Just who would send such a letter?

Harm Doctor Glodel, and Ill expose all of your wrongdoings. How outrageous! Which bastard dares write such bullshit!

Do you suppose someone leaked information regarding the doctors kidnapping?

I dont know. Only the Great Sage comes to mind. But I cant be careless when dealing with him. Ive lost way too many men to him.

The Count sounded so enraged that Merc almost burst out laughing but immediately stopped herself. Because she had infused Mana into the Magic Stone, they would be able to hear her as well. She had to be careful.

The Count will probably flip out once he finds that its the Great Sage that wrote that. Fufufu. How amusing.

It claims that it will expose all of your wrongdoings Did you look through the accounting books and documents?

I did. They are safe. There were no signs of robbery. Nevertheless, we must exercise caution. The Duke might just get involved if we dont act quickly

You have a point, Master

So? You went out to check out on that bastard, didnt you? How did it go? Were there any signs that someone was attempting to dig him out?

No, nothing. The professor is definitely still there

?! Dig out? Still there? Youve got to be kidding me!

The unsettling words coming from the Magic Stone rendered Merc dumbstruck. After all, this implied that

Tsk! You idiots! If only you fools hadnt let the doctor die to begin with You fucking morons2!

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The Count yelled, confirming Doctor Glodels death.

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