Chapter 156: Black and Gold – 27
He seemed to be listening to her confession calmly.
But his mind was infinitely complicated.
It was truly perplexing how to accept this situation.
On the surface, Wonderstein was a charming man.
With a sculpted face, tall stature, perfect physique, and a friendly smile, he was likable to everyone.This chapter is updated by nov(e)(l)biin.com
Even though he purely portrayed a villain in the game, he still had many fans.
It wasnt strange for him to be confessed to by someone.
But the problem was that it was her, Ella.
It would have been more realistic if it was the male Ratman confessing to him.
The situation was different from a month ago when everything was said in front of everyone.
Back then, he thought it was inevitable since she didnt know her memories were distorted.
But now, even though she knew her memories were wrong, she didnt deny her feelings for him.
Instead, she reaffirmed her commitment even after her memories might get returned.
He looked into her eyes, which were like black jewels sparkling.
Do you really like me?
Ellas arms wrapped around his neck.
She stood on her tiptoes.
Her face drew closer to his.
Her breath brushed past his cheek.
He realized what she was about to do.
And instinctively, he knew he shouldnt let it happen.
He pushed her forehead gently with his finger.
As she approached him, she exclaimed, Ouch! and stepped back.
W-What are you doing?
She glared at him while rubbing her forehead.
He realized his mistake.
He forgot that his muscle strength was more than that of a tiger, thus failing to control his strength.
Wonderstein licked his lips, looking at her swollen forehead as if it had been hit.
Ella, please.
He stroked her forehead gently.
Lets not do something well regret.
Ella bit her lower lip tightly, then sighed.
So, my memorys the problem after all? I told you Im fine, Ill try my best! Even if I recover my memories, I wont ever hate you.
He shook his head.
No. Youll definitely regret it 100%.
Are you sure?
Yes. Of course. Do you think I would toss around in bed if I was not sure?
His voice was filled with mischief.
The compelling force of the Laughing Man was strong.
No matter how seriously he took the situation internally, laughter couldnt be suppressed.
Going through Luzs stage, he found a clue to solve this awkwardness.
It wasnt about hiding the smile but rather showing it even more.
Then the other person would realize that his exaggerated laughter wasnt sincere but rather a joke.
It was better to be seen as a fool who jokes around than to be misunderstood.
Originally, Wonderstein was such a person.
Throughout the Tril Trilo Triology, he showed himself as a clown villain.
He joked around in any situation, even when killing or torturing people.
Ella protruded her lips, looking at his mischievous smile.
Anyway, this guy was always like this.
Someone confessed seriously, and this is how you respond?
He exaggeratedly shrugged his shoulders.
I cant help it. What if I accepted it as good and then something happened? Wouldnt it be weird if later Ella came at me with a dagger?
Ella chuckled as she glanced at him menacingly.
At least theres definitely a reason I want to stab you right now.
Ho ho ho, please hold back a little. Anyway, its a fact that Ella Yangs mental state is unstable. Would you accept the confession from someone like in your situation?
At his words, Ella murmured in a subdued voice.
You never thought about putting Reyna as Assistant Director instead of me?
Wonderstein was pleased with her question.
He just had to answer honestly without overthinking.
Yes. Of course. My Deputy is only you.
Ella smiled.
Thats all I needed to know.
She prepared herself to part with him again.
For now, until next Tuesday, she was a temporary member of the Golden Carnival.
They had to sit at separate tables.
As she was about to leave, Wonderstein asked her.
How about you, Ella? Didnt you want to stay at the Golden Carnival?
She hesitated for a moment.
She was conflicted.
Should she tease him or answer honestly?
But as soon as she looked at his face, the latter came out naturally.
Ive never had that thought. My director is only you.
Thats all right then.
He smiled and echoed what Ella had said earlier.
Okay. See you on Tuesday. Oh, right. Ill pretend to be sulking inside the restaurant. I want to see Lord Fantastics face when he realizes his scheme didnt work.
Of course.
However, Wonderstein regretted accepting her joke.
Simon and Wonderstein sat facing each other in front of the workshop.
He comforted the sullen-faced Ella next to him throughout the meal.
She pretended to be affected by his insinuations, shedding tears and succumbing to his flattery.
Jealousy, isnt it? Huh? Jealousy, isnt it?
Ella chuckled through the Sound Room.
Honestly, it was uncomfortable.
Simons face, looking at her as if infatuated.
And Ellas gaze, seemingly infatuated with someone else.
Now he could somewhat guess what Lord Fantastic felt when he saw Reyna earlier.
Still, he believed that this would solve everything.
According to the rules of this draft, once the temporary contract period ended, the selected members could choose their whereabouts as they pleased.
Ella would return to where he was.
However, he momentarily overlooked the implicit meaning of the above rule.
That if a temporary member wanted to stay, that too couldnt be stopped.
I dont want to go back.
What?
Wonderstein, having finished the factory tour, was communicating to Gascon using the Sound Room.
It was to discuss the discontinuation of Ellas treatment.
But suddenly, Reyna requested a meeting with him.
As she sat down across from him, she hesitated before blurting out the words above.
Treat me however you like. You can give me more work if you want. I want to stay here.
She said with a tense expression and a stern tone.
Wonderstein couldnt decide whether to be pleased or not.
Having only her join was a welcomed development.
But according to the rules, it couldnt happen.
They had already selected additional recruit.
This would mean that instead of getting Ella back, they would lose one person on the other side.
Deep in thought, Wonderstein murmured.
Should I give up Gascon after all?
Apprentice, did you forget that Im still in communication with you?
[The quest I dont want to ride on the cart! has been activated.]
It was a quest armed with all sorts of annoying failure penalties.
Since then, Wonderstein had to endure the tantrums of the grumbling old man all night.
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