PT | Chapter 5.2

Still young, Lennock might have been upset by Gray’s words. But what Gray said wasn’t wrong, and Lennock was in a more ambiguous position compared to Aubrey. Aubrey, his nape throbbing, bit his lower lip.

Why did I have to get a crick now…

“Just like you said, I’ll only be staying here temporarily and then I’ll leave.”

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Aubrey was trying his best not to move his head while figuring out how to shake off Gray’s damned grip. Startled by the unexpected reply, he looked at Lennock.

Lennock continued, “After all, I don’t have any Wiidin marquis blood in me, so I’ll leave as soon as I graduate. And then…”

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Lennock’s words trailed off, his eyes wandering momentarily before settling on Aubrey with a resolved look.

“I’ll take you with me, brother. So please don’t treat the patient harshly and let go of him. Unlike me, Aubrey is actually your brother, isn’t he?”

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“…”

Is this guy crazy?

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Who are you to take me away?

You’re just going to awaken to a great sin in a few years and set the world on fire, aren’t you? Or what? Are you planning to use me as bait to test how strong the dragons’ breath is once you awaken?

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As Gray’s grip on his hair tightened, Aubrey let out a groan. His fingers seemed to loosen just a bit, but it still hurt.

It looks like he’s planning to keep pulling my hair out, Aubrey thought as he glared at him. Gray, looking down at Aubrey, clenched his teeth in frustration.

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“So this is it, huh? You’ve been plotting to leave ever since you were sent off to study?”

At that, Aubrey scoffed, almost forgetting his disadvantage as he was grabbed by the hair.

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“You’re the one who told us to get lost since it’s your house! Why change your tune now? If we’re such a thorn in your side, why don’t you try kicking both of us out together?”

In a flash, Gray’s eyes glinted and his lips twitched. Though he hadn’t spoken loudly, it felt like Gray’s voice was audible.

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Don’t make me laugh. Do you think I’d let you go that easily?

“…”

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Suddenly, Gray’s obsession felt terribly suffocating.

What’s so broken in him that he lusts after his own brother, even if only half-related?

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Now repulsed by Gray touching his hair, Aubrey reached for Gray’s legs, intending to push him away with all his might.

Just as the situation was about to worsen, a gasp was heard. Turning around, they saw a servant standing at the open door, who had apparently witnessed everything. The servant, unsure what to do, stammered out his message.

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“Young Master Aubrey, there’s a guest waiting for you downstairs.”

Aubrey had told Amon to go ahead first, and it seemed he had sent up the servant after not coming down right away, only for the servant to witness this ridiculous scene. Though the timing could be seen as poor, Aubrey was frustrated at being caught in such a disgraceful state by the servant. He grabbed Gray’s wrist and pushed him away.

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Gray, unwilling to let go, pulled out quite a bit of Aubrey’s hair. Aubrey ground his teeth as he saw hair fall before his eyes and got off the bed.

With the servant watching, Gray didn’t dare act out any further. But regardless, Aubrey was deeply unsettled, wondering why he had to endure this, as his nape throbbed and the pain worsened.

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Brushing his hair with his fingers and tying it back, Aubrey prepared to leave the room. Gray’s piercing gaze on his nape was palpable.

Truly dreadful.

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How much longer must I endure this?

Aubrey’s sharp gaze fell on Lennock. Impulsively, Aubrey reached out to him.

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“Come with me.”

“…”

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A brief look of confusion flashed across Lennock’s face, but disregarding it, Aubrey grabbed his arm and quickly left the room. As they walked down the corridor, Aubrey grasped his nape with one hand.

“…I hope my neck doesn’t end up weird because of this.”

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The pain was unusual. Initially, he thought it was just a crick, but if it continued to worsen, what then? He had a memory from a past loop where a slight misstep caused him to limp for life.

Worried about the current pain in his neck, Aubrey comforted himself with thoughts that it was nothing serious as he left the mansion. Arriving at the carriage where Amon was waiting, Aubrey noticed Amon’s hesitation and frowned. Before he could ask why, Amon pointed behind Aubrey.

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“Are you seriously taking Lennock out too?”

“…”

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Realizing only then that he wasn’t alone, Aubrey tried to turn but winced at the pain in his neck. Managing to turn, he saw Lennock standing where Amon pointed.

Having brought Lennock along to avoid Gray picking on him, Aubrey had absentmindedly dragged him all the way here. He should have told him to stay quiet in his room. As he was about to suggest they go back up, Amon opened the carriage door.

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“Well, the more the merrier for outdoor activities. Let’s get moving.”

Quickly climbing into the carriage and taking a seat inside, Amon leaned out, beckoning. His face was all aglow with the excitement of heading out.

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Though Aubrey appreciated Amon’s help in getting out of the attic, he was irked by his obliviousness. Aubrey knew Amon was aware of his discomfort around Lennock, yet still acted this way. Aubrey opened his mouth to speak.

“You should—”

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Before he could finish, Lennock walked past him and naturally took a seat next to Amon, then looked back at Aubrey. Their combined gaze seemed to say, ‘Come on, get in too.’ Aubrey’s face twisted.

It was one thing for Amon, but moving with Lennock was absurd. Aubrey walked briskly to the carriage, gesturing sharply at Lennock.

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“Don’t start any trouble—”

Just as he was about to tell him to get out, he felt a gaze on the back of his head.

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No need to turn around to check. It had to be his father, watching from the second-floor corridor window overlooking the garden, making sure Aubrey was actually going out with Amon. Standing at the door causing a scene would only be to his detriment, so Aubrey clicked his tongue in annoyance.

Then he quickly climbed into the carriage, sitting opposite Amon and Lennock. As soon as he sat down, he shot a sharp look at Lennock, who didn’t even blink. Instead, Lennock turned to Amon and asked.

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“I wasn’t aware the Young Master needed to engage in outdoor activities.”

“It was just something I came up with on the fly. Seeing you dragged away by the marquis, I thought you might be getting a scolding, so I came to give you some air.”

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Pointing at himself with a thumbs-up, Amon gave Aubrey a triumphant smile.

Helping in tough times, that’s what true friends are for, his face seemed to say. Despite Amon’s appeal, Aubrey grimaced.

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“…So you’re just going to go around telling everyone you rescued me with a lie.”

“What’s the big deal with Lennock knowing? It’s not like he’s going to tell the marquis about our conversation here, right?”

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Amon patted Lennock’s shoulder and smiled, but Lennock was noncommittal. Alternating his gaze between Aubrey and Amon, he muttered.

“That depends on how the two of you treat me today.”

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“Ahaha! Just like Aubrey’s brother. Already planning how to manipulate us in the future!”

Amon seemed to take Lennock’s words as a joke. Aubrey, however, did not. The look in Lennock’s eyes and his expression clearly conveyed, ‘If you make my day unpleasant today, I’ll reveal that today’s outdoor activity was a lie.’

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Has he already forgotten that I helped him? I even showed him how to masturbate, touching that monstrous thing for him…

As he recalled touching Lennock’s genitals, the sensation seemed to linger on his palm. Aubrey unconsciously rubbed his thighs vigorously, then remembered his sore neck and adjusted his posture, gently moving his neck from side to side.

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Even the slight movement caused a twinge at the back of his neck. Realizing something was seriously wrong, Aubrey scowled, and Amon, looking puzzled, stared at him.

“What’s wrong? Are you not feeling well?”

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“…I got a crick in my neck from getting up too hastily after hearing you had come.”

“Oh, dear, oh my—”

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Amon covered his mouth with his hand, his expression one of touched amusement.

“I thought you were just ticked off at me, not that you actually liked me this much. Buddy.”

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Can’t he react more normally?

Why does he have to respond so overly, making it all so cringeworthy? Aubrey, with a sour expression, threw an annoyed glance at Lennock, who had been staring at him.

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Was it really wise to move together with this guy?

Honestly, until now, his priority had been simply to get his diploma. He didn’t get along with his father, and Gray was a nightmare, Lennock was uncomfortable, but apart from that, he wasn’t overly dissatisfied with his life. He knew how it all would end but thought he’d just go along the predetermined path.

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But that changed after being whipped by his father. His father wouldn’t stand by and watch him act against his wishes anymore. He’d beat him into submission, and if that didn’t work, the outcome was obvious. He’d probably end up stuck in some battery farm-like place. Surveillance would make escape difficult then. So the plan was to run away before that.

Aubrey mulled over the investments he had consistently made and the benefits they had yielded. He had more than enough to live on his own. Good, that money would make things workable, he thought, his eyes lighting up.

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Had he been too lost in his thoughts?

Aubrey hadn’t noticed that Lennock had been watching him closely all this time.

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Receiving a summon from the marquis, Aubrey and Lennock were undoubtedly in for a severe scolding. So, thinking it might cheer up his friend on such a disheartening day, Amon decided to make a day visit. That’s why he moved them to the busiest street in Toroso.

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Once there, Aubrey suddenly stopped the carriage and hopped down by himself.

“I’ve got some things to take care of, I’ll be back soon.”

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Before anyone could react, he ran off.

The sight of him clutching the back of his neck as he dashed away was both amusing and worrisome.

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“Having a crick in the neck can be really tough. I’ve had it during exams, I know how bad it is. You wake up and involuntarily cry for help. But to run off in that state… What on earth could it be?