Asther’s day is far from over. Just like yesterday, he went out and proceeded to surveying the whole of the manor. Aiming to go straight for the third floor which is his target. Before this, he gave one instruction to Octavia.“Sit near the window and don’t sleep yet.”“What? Why do I need to do that?” Octavia asked.“Just do as I say.” Asther said.“You know, leaving out some details to your plans doesn’t actually count as you being convincing.”“I know.” Was all that Asther said as he finally went outside the room.There are a few items he brought along with him this time around. It isn’t just learning how to smith that Asther did in the forge. No. With the gold coins that he used to pay for his lessons, Asther also requested a hook and a key.Both these items were gladly given by his master because, these don’t even amount to much. Hence, with just these items with him, Asther continued to the next phase of his plans.However, he isn’t able to move just as quickly this time around.

A slap to the face. This is the first thing that Asther received as soon as he told the news of the events to Claire. He was actually expecting a different response, thinking that Claire is far different from an ordinary woman. Turns out that he was wrong.Not in the part that Claire is extraordinary of course. Instead, he thinks that whatever the status and bearing of a woman is, she would be ashamed of Asther for what happened.“I think I need to come up with different strategies in case instances like last night arise.” Asther muttered to himself.“What are you thinking about sir?” A maid’s voice made Asther’s head turn just a bit.“Just a passing thought.” Was the teen’s whimsical reply.The day after the operation, it isn’t only a slap which Asther received. The teen also needed to go back to town. This is for the sake of the new mission that he needs to finish. Those that are connected to the Ragencliff household and to the secrets that lie behind the door on the third floor.Ho

“Are we done for today?” This is the question which the maid asked as soon as they left the shop.“Yeah. I think that would be all.” Asther replied.“You really just went here to have a couple of weapons imbued with low grade mana crystals huh.” The maid said in a doubtful tone.“Well it’s not like lady Claire could be bothered by such a menial task don’t you agree?”“Hmmm…yes. I guess that’s correct.” Was all that the maid said in reply.Everything has been going according to Asther’s plans up to that point. Not only this but, Asther also has a lot of time to spare. According to what Ernest said, Rune Ragencliff will be coming within five more days. This means that Asther has more than enough time to finish his preparations and, execute the final phase of his plans.All he needs is to craft the key using the mana stones that he has. Even if he fails the first time, Asther knows that he won’t do so with his successive attempts.He will be able to open the door and unveil the secrets o

There are three hours left before dinner time. Within this interval, Ernest went to Claire and her servants. Telling all of them that the evening would be special. With food, ambiance and everything else being prepared for the occasion.Asther didn’t need to ask why this is so. He knows that the reason is because of formalities. With Rune Ragencliff also being there, that means that he will have to be on his best behavior in front of Claire. Furthermore, he needs to show something grand as the Ildefonso’s fiancé.With this announcement, the butler went on his way. Leaving Claire, Asther, and Octavia to themselves. Claire nodded her head and Octavia immediately understood what this meant. Activating the rune spell which covered the whole room in a soundproof barrier. Allowing the three to conduct their conversation in peace.“What do you think?” Asther asked Claire.“There’s gotta be a plan here.” Claire claimed. “He won’t be showing up this early if he isn’t cooking up some scheme.”“

Asther is sure of one thing. He unlocked the door. He remembers this vividly. He could still feel how the key he used turned and opened the door in front of him. But, right after this, there is a brilliant flash of light that consumed him. Leaving him in the situation he is currently in.Asther found himself inside a seeming subspace. There is nothing there except darkness. But even in this void, Asther could feel that the ground he is stepping on is as solid as it could get. He tried carefully walking around and, sure enough, the other areas are solid as well.Other than this he hasn’t encountered any sort of invisible wall. There is seemingly no invisible ceiling as well. Hence the whole place can be taken as a flat terrain that extended as far as the eye can see.After his little experiment of his, Asther decided that it would be best for him to try and get answers from the System. And so he opened the window interface. As soon as he did, a new notification popped out. One that for