99th Actress Chapter 23

Chapter 23. A Victory Party

That person was Lord Brian of the Marquis of Teferos.

He was a young prospect who was mentioned as a candidate for the next Knight Commander with his tall stature and handsome appearance. Furthermore, as he was an only child, he was the man who would become the next Marquis. He was so popular that he even had a fan club, but Angelina felt like he lacked something.

She took his hand, and Brian smiled in ecstasy with a red face. It was as if he was treating the next Marchioness.

‘There’s no way around it.’

The whole time she danced with him, she watched Lepierre’s movements, snorting to herself. Maybe he would recognize her, maybe he would get jealous.

But his expression was as indifferent as ever, and not a single trace of his gaze touched her.

Angelina was irritated for a moment, but she immediately smiled beautifully at Lord Brian, imagining her life’s entertainment.

***

Lian was heading to Lepierre’s room. He bumped into a mysterious figure and ended up spilling wine on his coat, so he needed extra clothes. But since earlier, her body has been feeling strange. Her head started to feel dizzy and she started to feel short of breath.

‘I guess I have a cold… I was fine until now….’

She walked away, placed her hands on the wall again, and exhaled deeply. Her breathing began to become increasingly difficult. And the inside of her stomach tickled. Soon it became difficult to take even a few steps due to the strange feeling of heat rising.

It was then.

“Lian Roshart?”

“Yes……?”

Someone called Lian’s name, and when she turned around without thinking, it was immediately dark.

***

Lepierre was having a conversation with several nobles.

“There are rumors that the southern border is in an unusual situation these days. The invasion that occurred not long ago was not just aimed at supplies, but weapons presumed to be from the Krutian Kingdom were brought out.”

“No, then what happens?”

“There are also rumors that it is a plot to estrange the Kingdom of Lopenhagen. Crown Prince Heil received an order to go to war a few months ago and is currently investigating, so the results will likely come out soon.”

Lepierre was unable to concentrate during the conversation and occasionally looked around him, looking somewhat uneasy.

Thirty minutes earlier, wine had spilled on Lepierre’s outerwear, and he had been devastated since Lian had disappeared to get a change of clothes for him. He was so nervous that he couldn’t stand it, but soon he couldn’t leave because a new guest appeared again.

It was his close friend Lucas Wesley, who had been with him during his academy days. Since he was quite acquainted with him, Lepierre welcomed him warmly.

***

Lian opened her eyes in a familiar room.

It seemed to be an unused room in the Duke’s house, but there were so many rooms that it wasn’t difficult to find a room that could be used. Due to regular maintenance, the cloth covering it was kept clean and free of dust.  Lian also knew this well because she used to do this as her main job.

But there was a problem. A group of men were surrounding her.

One, two, three, four, five, six… 

At that moment, her heart sank and her anxiety washed over her.

Her wrists were bound tightly with strong straps and the cloth was wrapped between her lips, making it impossible for her to speak properly. She tried to scream, but the sound was muffled by the cloth.

And most of all… her body was strange. Her chest felt tight… down… the inside of her stomach tickled. The maddening thirst began.

“Hoo… She’s really pretty for a maid…? She also has a nice body. Wow… look at those br*asts, they’re huge. What about her hips and thighs?”

One of the six men was talking.

“So, I guess the Duke of Arden chose her maid based on her face?”

“Ha… I’m already hooked… What color are just n*pples… I wonder what it’s like underneath… I can’t wait to taste it.”

They were exchanging dirty jokes with their tongues wagging.

“I’m the first. Everyone, step back.”

Among them, he was the tallest and quite a handsome man. There was an atmosphere in which everyone agreed that there was a hierarchy among themselves. He had a fair face, but he had dark spots under his eyes, so she could guess his usual behavior just by looking at his face.

“Heup… nhn…….”

Lian screamed through her stuffed mouth and shook her head wildly. While sitting down, she stepped backwards with both feet, and her back was already touching the wall, so there was nowhere to run.

The man who was the first looked closely at Lian’s face, lifted her chin, and made eye contact with her.

“It’s painful…? Now, I’ll make you feel good. It’s an honor. Do you know? Maybe one of us who finds you pretty will make you our mistress. That could be me.”

And then he whispered into Lian’s ear. It was gross and gave her goosebumps. Then another person behind him giggled and spoke.

“Let’s take turns trying to match our compatibility.”

“First of all, her face and body pass!!”

As they were giggling and saying vulgar things among themselves, Lian shook her head vigorously, tears streaming down her face.

Sadly, her body was reaching its limits. Her chest was aching and the area between her legs was wet. She couldn’t do anything about it and was twisting her body around with her eyes wet.

“Ha… your crying face makes me even aroused. I can’t do it.”

The first man rushed forward and ripped off Lian’s clothes. The clothes were torn to the cleavage of her chest, exposing the mounds of Lian’s br*asts.

“Wow… I guess someone is already eating you? Look at these marks.”

Lian’s collarbone and chest were covered with red marks left by Lepierre.

“I’m glad. I don’t like a virgin because it’s annoying. But this is a bit… a lot… Well, it doesn’t matter. We can have fun together.”

Then he started scratching the back of Lian’s neck. She let out a silent scream and writhed wildly. Then she ended up headbutting him in the chin.

“Ah!”

As Lian, who was embarrassed, was crying and shaking, he struck her in the face with his thick hand.

“Ha… I don’t want to do this either… I know it won’t be fun if you keep rebelling. You also like having fun with others. Doesn’t it matter if you stick with him or stick with us? Or… it’s just your preference?”

It was the moment when the guy, shitting out of his mouth, grabbed Lian’s underwear down.

Bang!

The door shattered with a loud roar.  Lepierre was standing there, and an unusual amount of anger was wrapped around his body. The six idiots looked scared for a moment, but a person opened their mouth without notice.

“Duke, I am truly sorry. That maid seduced me… ugh…”

They were the children of a prominent noble family, and they had the foolish notion that they could do anything about something like this.

Lian was seen shaking and crying with her blouse torn.

“Jade, take Lian out.”

With those words, Butler Jade put a cape on Lian, hugged her, and took her out.

As soon as she disappeared, the magic overflowed from Lepierre’s body, and unbearable anger boiled up inside him.

For the first time in a long time, a spark appeared in his eyes. He took out an iron skewer from the fireplace next to him.

Blue mana immediately appeared in his hands. And they sensed that something was wrong.

***

Lian, who was moved to the next room, continued to pant. The doctor came and was checking Lian, and her expression was very bad.

After taking care of everything, Lepierre came running in.

“What happened?”

“Mhn… It’s like poison. Very powerful.”

Lian’s condition had become more serious than before, her eyes were filled with moisture, and her whole body was shaking as if in pain.

“Tell me in detail.”

“There is no poison reaction. However, the symptoms… are similar to strong poisons imported from other countries. It is commonly known as ‘Cleopatra’s curse’. I also knew this because I heard it from my teacher. It is said that it is a purple liquid that does not leave any traces as soon as it is poured in the drink… The problem….”

“Problem?”

“For ordinary poisons, you will get better if you take an antidote and get enough rest, but this poison does not cause a toxic reaction. They say it can only be resolved through a physical relationship, but that’s….” 

The attending physician was hesitant and unable to speak. 

“Keep talking.”

“You need at least five men to release the poison. It could last a few days. Besides, excessive intercourse may lead to further injury… I apologize, Duke.  It is not easy to obtain, so I wonder how it ended up here…”

“…Everyone get out.”

“Yes……?”

“Everyone get out of this room and don’t let even a single rat come near. Do you understand?”

“Yes… yes! Duke!”