101. The Truth of the Soul
To help Calysia face her feelings, Reina had read many seemingly helpful books in the past few days. But she suddenly realized that in this world, the so-called “psychology” was practically non-existent. Even in her previous world, psychology was still a nascent field of study. Therefore, approaching this from a psychological angle wouldn’t be very effective.
She had originally planned a romantic date on a dark and windy night, but thinking that dating in her current position would inevitably turn into a public display of affection under countless watchful eyes, she quickly dismissed this naive idea.
Before that, Reina returned to White Scale’s residence, carrying the “lantern” containing Calysia’s soul fragment, intending to have this “expert” examine it.
Reina was very concerned about this soul fragment. If it was so important to Calysia, why was it taken by Phantom Dragon?
Gold Scale’s words were like seeds planted in her heart, and finally, that “blissful smile” had grown into a towering tree. She had to find the truth before she could rest.
It was best not to absorb it directly. The magic power within Calysia’s soul fragment surpassed the total amount she had received before, and if she absorbed Calysia’s soul, she might form some strange contract and completely become Calysia’s vassal.
White Scale gave Reina a definite answer regarding this. Reina planned to use this time, while White Scale analyzed the soul fragment, to try and influence Calysia through her actions.
Every day, there were many things to do. Reina first had to prepare for the [Demon Moon] meeting. Ann’s promotion and Gold Scale’s “retirement” were practically guaranteed under her manipulation. Of course, there were also many interpersonal relationships to consider.
Second, although Reina’s daily workload as a maid was decreasing, teaching Calysia how to work still took a lot of effort. So, these days, she could only pin her hopes on their interactions.
She would try her best to satisfy Calysia’s needs.
One afternoon, Reina got a golden opportunity.
After cleaning the recreation area, the two were resting on the sofa, drinking tea, when Calysia suddenly said with a longing expression:
“Reina, I really want to touch your… big tail.”
“Sure, go ahead~”
Reina smiled. She had to satisfy Calysia’s desires. This was the only way to understand Calysia’s inner world, instead of letting her sink deeper and deeper into her cravings, eventually losing herself.
“Little Vassal, I really want to touch your tummy~”
“Mm-hmm~”
Reina tried her best to comply.
Seeing this, Calysia pulled Reina closer, snuggling against her on the sofa, one hand on Reina’s stomach, the other toying with Reina’s, well, Reina suddenly felt like a warm body pillow. But for the sake of her future, she endured.
“Little Vassal, can I touch your breasts?”
“Okay… but not too much.”
“Mm-hmm~”
“I want to touch your thighs…”
“Okay, but don’t tickle me.”
“Little Vassal, I want to touch that place…”
“Don’t be too rough.”
“Can I touch…”
“…”
Although Calysia kept pushing the boundaries, Reina still tried her best to satisfy her needs. Once Calysia was completely satisfied, Reina could guide her and make her see her true desires.
—Is this really the life you want?
—Being led by your obsession, will you truly be happy?
—It’s time to face reality, Calysia. I’m human, you’re a dragon. Your love for me is just a twisted obsession.
Reina really wanted to say these things, but she didn’t have the chance.
Because, before she knew it, she had been lured into bed by Calysia.
Her hands were pinned to the warm mattress, her eyes gazing dreamily into Calysia’s… By the time she realized it, things had already gone this far.
Just then, Reina remembered the question she wanted to ask Calysia.
“Ca… Master? Hmm? Is this… hmm… really the… hmm… life you want?”
“Yes, it is,” Calysia said excitedly.
“These obsessions? Ah… Don’t be controlled by obsession, haa… that will…”
“It feels so good~”
“It’s time to face reality, ahh?”
“I like Reina. Does Reina like me?”
Pinned beneath Calysia again, Reina finally remembered her original purpose. Satisfy Calysia’s desires, make her see her true feelings, and then gradually guide her back on the right track, restoring her soul and witnessing a normal dragon.
But now it seemed that the first half of this plan was impossible to implement!
Because Calysia’s desires were endless, like a black hole devouring galaxies!
Before dinner, with the mindset of seeing her good deed through to the end, Reina pretended to cooperate and continued the intimate interaction with Calysia.
Damn it… she had been tricked by that dummy again.
The next day, while Reina was dealing with the orcs surrounding her [Light Clone], she suddenly remembered that the wedding was quietly approaching, and she had to speed things up.
She suddenly remembered that White Scale’s “soul analysis” would be finished today, so Reina simply settled her Light Clone in a safe location and went to find White Scale.
They met again in that palace, but the moment White Scale emerged from the sarcophagus and saw Reina, she burst into tears.
“Sob, sob, sob… Lord Azure Scale, sob, sob, sob…”
“Why are you crying?”
Reina was puzzled. She thought White Scale’s analysis had encountered some error.
But Calysia was now suspected to be above level 180, so it was understandable that White Scale couldn’t comprehend her soul. It would be strange if she could analyze such a complex soul.
Reina said, “Just do your best, don’t feel too pressured.”
“I’ve analyzed it.”
White Scale’s face was covered in tears, her head lowered, as if she had just read a tragic story.
“Is that so? Tell me about it.”
White Scale wiped away her tears and asked:
“Azure… Lord Azure Scale, didn’t you say before that the Dragon King wanted you to absorb this soul?”
“Mm-hmm,” Reina nodded. That was indeed the case.
“This soul fragment was extracted for a forbidden magic ritual.”
Reina suddenly remembered that in the history of the dragon race, Calysia had forbidden the use of forbidden magic. So that was why?
“If, if this soul fragment isn’t returned to its owner soon, it will completely lose the possibility of recovery, replaced by the twisted part, and lose most of its emotions. That would be very painful, wouldn’t it? Sob, sob, sob…”
White Scale said, choking back sobs:
“Although I don’t know, I don’t know… why Lord Azure Scale can absorb these souls, but… if this means it can no longer be returned to the Dragon King, sob, sob, sob…”
“But, as long as you absorb this soul fragment and stay by the Dragon King’s side, she won’t be in pain.”
Reina froze. She lowered her head. In the darkness, no one could see her expression beneath her slightly messy blue hair.
