738 – 8.5 Manatee (10)
The workshop resembles its owner.
It was a characteristic shared not only by alchemists but also by all professions that had their own space. The workshops I have seen so far were also the same.
Leto’s workshop had a somewhat chaotic feel. Paper strewn everywhere, complicated formulas and figures written on it, and unorganized trash made it feel like it would collapse if touched.
Should we say it is a space where easy-going and sensitive coexist?
On the other hand, Senior Elsie’s workshop was extremely clean. There were bookshelves and shelves neatly organized, with a cleanliness that felt almost obsessive-compulsive.
However, when we looked into it closely, an unexpected fact was revealed. The point is that there are no rules in the order in which things are listed.
In other words, only the owner could know where the sought-after item was placed.
It was a tricky and mean-spirited arrangement. Furthermore, it was also a workshop where I felt like Elsie was a senior who rarely revealed her true feelings.
And Emma’s workshop.
“It’s rare.”
My mind, which had been lost in thoughts, suddenly woke up.
Before I knew it, there was a steaming cup of tea in front of me. Across the table, Emma, dressed in comfortable clothes as always, was sitting with a faint smile.
Yes, as always.
Emma’s workshop was also the same. A space where consistent items are always placed in the same location. It was such a friendly and kind place that even the order in which it was placed could be seen with just a quick glance.
On the other hand, it can be said that it has a human charm in that it gives a slightly disorganized feeling.
It was truly the epitome of an exemplary attack and defense. It resembles Emma’s sincerity, without any decoration or hiding anything.
However, recently, I have had some different thoughts.
I decided to capture my impressions around this time. Not answering for too long was not polite to the other person.
“What?”
“Ugh, I came to you without saying anything… “You don’t do that these days.”
I see.
With a bitter smile, I looked at the water in the teacup. When I gently turned the glass, the tea started spinning. The temperature still needs to cool down a bit, but the scent wasn’t bad.
The past flows along the flowing liquid.
Looking back, I think I always came to Emma unexpectedly.
It was the same when I came to say goodbye or when I needed medication. Nevertheless, there must be only one reason why Emma uses the expression ‘rare’ like this.
It was because the frequency of meeting each other has decreased these days.
Nevertheless, Emma did not show her disappointment. Even though we were like lovers, I never heard a single complaint or complaint.
Why?
It was a problem I had never thought about before. Because I am busy with things ahead of me, and the burden on my shoulders is too heavy. There were many reasons, but most of them were excuses.
So I lost.
Reto, Celin, Seria.
Contemplating regret and longing, my eyes swept over Emma’s face and hands. The bandages and bandages that were visible everywhere gave her a miserable feeling, but Emma never once lamented or complained about it.
It must be the result of sacrificing for me.
Emma had always been like that. And I think I will continue to do so in the future.
This was the reason why I had to ask one question.
“Emma.”
“Huh?”
Is it because my mood was heavy today?
Emma, who was carefully examining my complexion, shed her doubtful expression. The fact that she still had a faint smile on her face showed that she was trying to put my mind at ease.
The good feelings I harbored only became more bitter.
“Are you okay? Well, bandages and bandages…….”
“Ah, ah… this?”
Then Emma reacted as I expected.
Smile gently and say something reassuring.
“It’s okay. It’s not a big deal… It’s just that I think people might be a little surprised when they see it…….”
“How much have you sacrificed so far?”
Emma stopped speaking at my question.
The eyes were clear as they gazed at me cautiously, with an expression that showed they still didn’t know anything. It’s as if my inner thoughts are clearly visible.
It was a trap.
Because it is so easy to understand, and I have to believe it to feel at ease.
Emma’s workshop was like that too.
Easy to understand layout, cozy and humane space.
So we end up making a mistake. The scenery I see is everything in this space.
But who knew?
The fact that Emma was pricking my skin here, and she was dripping blood.
The trap of mediocrity.
Emma was not just a naive woman. She also had a cunning and clever side. If I didn’t know how people’s psychology works, I wouldn’t have been able to hide my secret so tightly.
There was a lot of evidence to support the guess. Like right now, for example.
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“…… “A little, a lot.”
Emma, who had been examining my complexion in silence, finally sighed and revealed her truth.
Because she realized that trickery no longer worked.
“I didn’t know much at first. The memories flowed in like a dream… I don’t even know whose memory it is, but I vaguely understand it. “What should I do to be of help to you?”
“Since when?”
“Actually, I started dreaming a long time ago… “I thought it became more frequent after I went into a coma, but recently, it started to come to me whenever I closed my eyes.”
I slowly closed my eyelids.
In that case, it must have been quite a while since Emma’s symptoms began to appear. Yet, without even dreaming, I went around asking people to make medicine for me.
I burst into laughter.
Should I say that it feels like I am reminiscing about my teenage years as an adult?
“But, it’s okay.”
Emma added hastily.
I felt sorry for him because he couldn’t fidget for no reason. I was the one at fault, but it was as if the positions were in opposition.
“If you hadn’t saved me anyway, my life would have been meaningless, right? So I don’t mind. Huh… So don’t worry about it…… !”
“That can’t be possible.”
It was an assertion.
It is filled with warmth, but at the same time, it is a firm tone with no visible gaps.
Emma pursed her lips in response to my sincerity.
“There’s no way it won’t hurt. “I cried like that when I wrote my will.”
“Well, back then…… !”
“I’m sorry.”
At most it was just one word of apology.
But as soon as she said those words, Emma’s body went rigid. It was as if she had heard something she shouldn’t have heard.
Eventually, the woman even showed her crying face.
“No, Ian…” It was my choice, so you don’t need to apologize…… !”
“Thank you.”
And then, with a thud, a small medicine bottle was placed on the table.
At the unexpected gift, Emma’s eyes were filled with curiosity. Emma’s attention quickly focused on the mysterious object, the crimson liquid sloshing around inside her bottle.
If you look at it this way, she was a heavenly alchemist.
Once you discover an unidentified material, you can never just ignore it. Because that was the nature of the race called ‘alchemists’.
Is it because the knowledge imparted to Emma by her future memories was beyond her imagination?
Emma’s eyes immediately widened as she was closely observing the inside of her bottle. Until the identity of her liquid is revealed between those lips, she is literally fleeting.
“It’s a ‘relic of the Seven Sins’! To be precise, it is a by-product… ….”
That’s right.
The small amount of liquid contained in this bottle was the blood-colored liquid that flowed from the ‘Relic of the Seven Sins.’ A rare offering that Eindel and Dalton took out, and that Celine absorbed and became stronger in an instant.
Perhaps it was said to be an object modeled after the ‘first offering’.
As soon as she heard those words, she thought.
I must save it.
As I was sure, Emma’s assurance soon followed.
“If it’s this much… “You can achieve a lot.”
These words were spit out while swallowing dry saliva.
This probably means that the possibilities that Emma came up with are plentiful. She soon began to use all her knowledge to list her most effective uses.
“Even ‘high experts’ who can no longer aim for high levels can dream of what’s next… Even a great man who is about to die could extend his lifespan by several decades, and he might even be able to create a replica of the ‘Philosopher’s Stone’ that every alchemist dreams of.”
Until then, I didn’t say anything.
Until Emma asked me in a voice filled with faint excitement.
“Ian, what do you want to achieve? As long as you process it somehow…… !”
“I will bring you back.”
Emma’s voice, which had been brightening, takes on a shade.
Her woman’s expression became blank. Looking at that expression, I spoke again.
“It’s a sacrifice imitating you. It may not be efficient, but… “At least it will be enough to fill in your shortcomings.”
For a while Emma said nothing.
No words. Finally, a faint laugh came out, “Puh-uh-huh.”
“Thank you, Ian. But… That’s too much to say. Do you know how many miracles can be achieved with just this little bottle? You have to find an ordinary girl like me…….”
“This is my miracle.’
I spoke with sincerity. Otherwise, I feel like Emma will never understand.
I suddenly stood up and grabbed the hand of the woman on the other side. I was startled and felt light green pupils turning towards me.
“I prepared it just for you.”
Emma didn’t say anything for a while.
Open and close your lips.
She didn’t say anything for a while.
“…… “It shouldn’t be like this.”
A tone of deep hesitation flowed out. At this time, was Emma making a sad expression?
“You can’t be greedy… Why do you keep making me dream? I am a commoner girl everywhere…… !”
I laughed. Those words are so much like the Emma I know.
So I asked a question.
“Just because it’s ordinary doesn’t mean it’s not precious.”
‘The trap of mediocrity.’
As always, I always forgot.
In fact, it is a well-known fact that precious beings are always with us.
Emma had nothing to say to that universal truth. For a long time, she remained silent.
My sincere advice was given first.
“So, don’t hold back from now on.”
Even then, Emma said nothing.
I just felt hot eyes staring at me without saying a word.
The woman’s breathing was gradually becoming heavier.
Nevertheless, I emphasized it again.
“Even if it’s hard and painful… Don’t hide it from me, just tell me. “Because there’s no need to endure it.”
“Really…… ?”
“Okay then.”
In response to the vague question, I gave a reliable answer.
I delivered everything that needed to be delivered.
With Emma’s skills, she will soon be able to recover her entire body.
I was thinking that when I woke up.
A hand squeezing my arm with a thud.
When my curious gaze turned to the back, there was a woman with a flushed face.
“Really…… ?”
“Uh, uh… ….”
It was right after I gave such an ambiguous answer.
The pulling hand causes my body to sit back down. Emma’s body climbs on top of him.
Immediately after that, Emma took out a bottle of medicine from her arms. Finally, I took a sip and immediately kissed him.
I felt flesh digging into the gap between my lips, as if it was taking my soul away. Light and smooth feeling. Tongue and tongue mix. The sweet electric current you feel every time you scratch the bottom of your tongue.
It was just clumsy. I was hooked and soon had to stroke her lady tongue smoothly.
Soon, a liquid that burns the esophagus like cheap alcohol makes its presence known.
“Ha, ha…….”
On the contrary, Emma made a very reminiscent voice and started rubbing her groin over my important area.
I had a gut feeling when I saw my heart heating up.
It won’t end quietly like this.
Not long after, Emma apologized to me.
“Sorry, Ian…” Still, I… “Because I want to have your child.”
You must refuse.
Didn’t you decide to go visit Geomgong in hospital with Shien? It was slowly getting late in the evening, and it was obvious that if things continued like this, I would be up all night.
Yes, that is definitely true.
“…… “Why not?”
My mouth was spewing out sounds like that at will.
Probably because of the medicine.
It was 30 minutes before the medicine took effect properly.