69novels Chapter 97 Learning and Clothing
Chapter 97 Learning and Clothing
Chapter 97 Learning and Clothing
"You are aware of the advice given by the Witch Cult. 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 "she would only ever be with me in her 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 big promises in advance.
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 witch cult had sent him.
Even now, Altair still doesn't understand what the Witch Cult is really thinking in recruiting her.
The extraordinary properties of the Witch Path were directly bestowed upon the Sequence Four Witch of Despair, granting her all sorts of occult knowledge. This eager and proactive investment was probably the biggest risky investment the Witch Cult had made since the Fifth Age.
Enjoying this almost free investment, Altair still felt uneasy, because the Witch Cult 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 Witch Cult had researched over the years. For example, the book "The Book of Witches" was a reward given by the Witch Cult to outstanding members who advanced to the rank of "Sequence Seven Witch."
The book is divided into two main parts. The first part records various curses, spells, and techniques for using them.
These curse methods are simpler, more efficient, and more sophisticated than the methods provided by the witch's potion.
From simple physical curses to advanced remote curses using personal items, and finally to the point where curses can be cast without any items, as long as the recipient's information is known, they can be cast.
After seeing these methods of cursing, Altair couldn't help but marvel at how the Witch Cult had perfected the art of cursing after thousands of years of research.
As for knowledge of different types of magic, it's quite comprehensive, covering poison, medicine, occupation, mind control, illusion, 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 communication" reagent is a special potion developed by the Witch Cult after research. It uses the unique black magic of this path as its energy source, its own "substance" as a mystical beacon, and the "mirror world" as a medium, forming a unique combination of these three abilities.
Although this special communication potion is made by witches using their own substances, it will not affect their safety even if it is obtained by extraordinary individuals through other means.
Because people from other sources cannot possess all three unique abilities of witches at the same time.
At noon, after Altair and Vivian had lunch together, they waited idly. The reason was simple: they needed to order this year's dress.
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 Countess of Sheffield in charge of this estate, which is 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 around like Ge You, couldn't help but laugh and said, "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 room, Vivian rose and introduced, "This is Mrs. Charlotte, Backlund's most famous designer. She has designed many renowned garments for the nobles and royalty of Rune. Her most famous recent piece is undoubtedly the gown worn by the Queen at last year's New Year's Eve party—"
As Vivian introduced her, 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 Lady Charlotte could only curtsy to Altair after Vivian's introduction, saying, "Good afternoon, Your Excellency Earl Altair."
Altair nodded slightly in return, and casually said, "Good afternoon, Mrs. Charlotte. I'll be relying on you for the next while."
"Rest assured, Earl Altair. I will take the time to design the most appropriate attire for you, ensuring you are impeccably dressed for every banquet this social season," Lady Charlotte replied calmly to Altair's question.
Then Mrs. Charlotte instructed her subordinates to assist her in personally measuring Altair: height, shoulder width, chest circumference, and waist circumference.
She measured fourteen items in total, from largest to smallest, and after completing a simple design, she began to consult Altair for his opinion.
When Mrs. Charlotte asked if she was dissatisfied and whether any changes were needed, Altair completely respected her wishes and offered no guidance on revisions.
But when it comes to hats, she has her own preferences. She has no interest in the Bonnet hat and even thinks it's ugly.
As evening approached, Lady Charlotte, accompanied by Altair and Vivian, left Sheffield Manor with the initial design drafts and size measurements of their dresses.
Watching the carriage disappear into the distance, Altair turned back to Vivian and asked curiously, "How did you meet this Lady Charlotte and how did you manage to invite her here?"
"As far as I know, you've only been in Backlund for a little over a year, and you've spent most of your time on missions. You probably don't have 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, such as Mrs. Anna."