The Mask Of The Monster - Chapter 105

(From Demetrius’s Perspective)

I lay down on the bed. It was daytime. I had worked all night, so I was resting right now. It was not like I needed to rest physically, rather I just needed to rest my mind for a while.

Ella should be at the palace right now. I wondered who she went there with. She should not know the route at all. And more importantly, I forgot to give her the sketches that I drew for her so she would be able to know the way. I placed them all inside a brown leather file, but I found it with my stuff.

“The hell am I doing? Who knows who she went with? If it’s her father or that friend of hers, then it’s okay.”

There should not be any other men or brats around her. That was why I was kind of relaxed. But I missed her. Even though it had been just a while since we were away from each other, I already missed her.

“My lord, there is a letter for you,” I heard a servant’s voice from outside the door.

“I remember telling you not to disturb me,” I said angrily.

“But it’s from Lady Ella.”

“Why the fuck didn’t you tell me sooner?” I jumped out of the bed and opened the door. I snatched the letter from him and closed the door again.

Perhaps it was weird of me, but I sniffed on the letter. I wondered what kind of face she made while writing the letter. I knew she would send me a letter very quickly, but it was quicker than I expected.

I opened the envelope slowly. It was like testing my patience, but I still remained calm and did not tear it open like I wanted to. Since it was the first time she wrote a letter to me, I wanted to keep it as a great memory.

Her cute and slightly childish handwriting unfolded in front of me. Her handwriting was straight and was not curvy at all. Though she did not like her handwriting much, I found it adorable.

Hey there,

I know it’s too early to send a letter, but here it goes anyway. After you left, Dad tried to cook us dinner. Well, he put the kitchen towel on fire and was even trying to put it off by jerking it. I mean, really? So, I told him to rinse it with cold water. I mean, normal people would do so at first, right?

Anyway, I am getting along with Dad better than I thought. We went to a nearby diner to have dinner.

The mashed potato was really creamy and buttery. And the steak was good as well. It was a bit spicy but really amazing.

He asked me how what I used to do living with you. I told him about it that you would take care of me most of the time. And of course, you never let me go near the stove, blah blah. He asked me if we did it. I mean, if we slept together. I said no. He thought you would force yourself on me. Really? Doesn’t he know you at all?

I told him that everything I did was because I wanted to. Later when we came back, I found him reading a newspaper. You traitor, you never told me there were newspapers in this world! I thought you guys found out about news from the people near you. I mean, just like how a rumor spreads.

I asked Dad if he loved Mom and do you know what he said? He bluntly said no. It was slightly surprising. I mean, he could wait for a second or two to answer it.

Well, I talked a lot. The thing I actually wanted to say is- I miss you. I have a lot of things to say to you. It seems I was an idiot.

Can we meet? Just for a moment, I just want to see your face. I know I am the one who suggested that we live apart and perhaps we even needed to since you need to go away for work and I can’t live alone in the cave. But can we meet now? I just… miss you a lot.

Yours,

Ella

“You want to meet me?” I muttered to myself. “And you miss me? Yeah, me too. I miss you a lot too.”

I kissed the letter and sighed. I was going to be busy these days. But it did not matter. If she wanted to meet me, then I of course would meet her no matter what.

I was glad that she was getting along with her father. I did not expect them to be too close since it was basically the first time they were close to each other. But at least, they were doing okay.

I sat down at the table and took out a parchment and a pen. Perhaps I would just find a time when I would be able to meet her.

Dear Ella,

I am glad that you have sent me a letter. You don’t have to worry about me being busy. Just send me a letter whenever you want to.

It was better that you went to a diner. At least, you didn’t have to eat coal. Anyway, if you have any kind of problem with food or anything, just tell me. I will send some for you. And listen to what your father says as long as his and my words are the same. Or else, there is no need. Then, listen to me.

I think your dad is glad that we did not do it. Because after we do it, the mark will be fulfilled. And no one would be able to separate us, even death. He doesn’t like me as I told you before. We’re basically enemies. But because of you, we are not fighting against each other for the time being.

And well about the newspaper thing, you never asked me about it. I thought you would know. I had no idea you thought we are that ancient. Sometimes hearing you say these kinds of things make me want to go to your world to see what it’s like.

By the way, don’t think much about your dad and mom. Both of them were irresponsible in one way or another. It’s actually pretty agreeable when your dad said he never loved your mom. It was a one-night stand after all. If they fell for each other after a mere one-night stand, I think it would be pretty strange. Just don’t think about their relationship much. And more importantly, don’t compare our relationship with theirs. There are a lot of differences between these two relationships.

First of all, all they wanted was to have sex. But it’s different for us. We haven’t yet done it because we decided not to. And there was no feeling between them, only physical pleasure. But more than physical pleasure, we are more absorbed in getting to know each other and spending time with each other.

And I miss you as well. I am gonna be kinda busy these days. But the night after tomorrow, meet me outside the palace. I know you won’t be working there then, but that’s the only place you know outside the forest. I will be waiting there for you. Tell your dad that you will stay at Jed’s and also make sure that Jed tells your dad that you’re with him in case he doubts. It doesn’t matter if your dad finds out though… But he might think we’re doing something strange together…

I like you a lot. I just had to say it. Confirming my feelings, I don’t need to. Because I know what I want. And I want you.

Yours,

Leandro

Important note: Drink a lot of water, don’t stay up at night, don’t run around, get out of the palace as soon as possible, and don’t fight with random people just because they wronged you. Remember you might not be as strong as them. What if you get hurt? I don’t care if they get hurt or literally die, but make sure you don’t get hurt in any way. Don’t go in front of the king or his father. I mean, try to stay away from them. And don’t too quickly like you always do, don’t stay in the shower for too long, sleep under the blanket, not over it.

I put the letter in an envelope and took another parchment. Perhaps I should write to her dad as well to make sure that he followed my advice well and took care of her properly. And also, he should make someone else cook. What would my little Ella eat if he could not even cook? If they went to eat at a diner every single day, then she might get sick.

[I know I have copied Ella’s letter here as well.. But it’s to show what Leandro is reading. And also to remind ya all]