Mystic Overlord: Reading Gives Strength

Had a face-to-face with Costate.

Dominic naturally walked in the direction indicated by the other party.

During his entry into Kuerpis, he also discovered the peculiarities of this village.

Although it was already dark at the moment, it was still far from the time people ceased their daily activities. Yet on the roads of Kuerpis, he could not see any trace of a person.

Was it because the population here was too sparse?

Or were there certain rules in Kuerpis that had to be followed?

From Dominic's perspective, such a remote town shouldn't be as hard to manage as big cities, but once night fell, the pitch-black streets might face the risk of being ambushed by robbers.

Then... was it because of the adjacent Yizi Forest?

Thinking this, Dominic glanced at the nearby Yizi Forest.

The dark night wasn't silent within the forest.

Although he couldn't hear it clearly while walking in Kuerpis Town, he could sense the faint sounds coming from that direction.

A village built in such a location, of course, had to be wary of the risk of wild animal invasions.

And nighttime was particularly important for this aspect.

With a result obtained in his mind, Dominic's mood improved — after all, he might also use this reason to stay overnight at Miss Il's house, and perhaps something wonderful could happen between them?

Under the influence of pleasant emotions,

the nighttime journey was filled with wonder and became shorter.

Following Costate's earlier direction, Dominic soon found the flower shop described in the north of Kuerpis.

This was a two-story building that appeared unremarkable, with commercial space on the first floor and lodging on the second. In the garden enclosed by railings, one could see various plants and flowers that Dominic had never seen before, clearly showing it was a professionally nurtured garden.

However, according to Dominic's observation...

The number of customers visiting this painstakingly cultivated flower shop might seem rather sparse. Otherwise, the wear on the front door and the door edges should have shown a significant level of damage by now.

...

What a relief!

Someone with exceptional skills yet not receiving the applause they deserve.

There's no need for any large sums of monetary temptation; just providing them with enough space to showcase their skills would readily attract their interest.

Dominic was full of confidence at this moment.

Thus, he took three large steps towards the front of the flower shop and politely knocked on the door.

Knock knock knock —

"Miss Il, it's Dominic!"

"As per our evening agreement, I would like to visit your meticulously managed shop."

"..."

The light on the second floor of the house was on, but no reply came immediately from inside.

Facing this result, Dominic's heart sank.

Could it be that there were other people in Miss Il's home, causing a delay in responding to him?

If so, his plan might not proceed as smoothly as imagined!

Pat pat —

Just as Dominic was feeling a bit tense,

a quick, light footsteps sounded from the house in front of him, and the person inside opened the door candidly without even inquiring about his identity.

Click —

The door opened, and then Dominic's expression became peculiar.

Because standing before him, opening the door, was a young girl who appeared no older than ten, not Il who had made an appointment with him in the evening!

This might be her younger sister?

As a gesture of noble etiquette, Dominic still bowed slightly:

"Young lady, I'm here to see Miss Il?"

"You're here for Il?" Inside the door, Helle, who opened the door for Dominic, was not guarded but looked somewhat curious. Then the young girl, with an understanding humans should have, stepped aside and offered the path inside, "Il had something to attend to just now, you might want to come in and wait."

"Thank you for your generosity."

Dominic naturally walked into the house smoothly.

Guided by Helle to the second floor, he saw the figure of another young girl.

Moreover, he had seen this child before.

Earlier during the meal at Ronald's mansion, this girl, seemingly called Phil, had left the mansion alone.

Recognizing Phil's appearance, Dominic had another thought.

Ronald, to entertain guests from Black Mountain like himself, arranged for Phil to stay at Il's residence.

It seemed the two of them had a close relationship.

To achieve his goal for this trip, he might have to pay a certain price.

Dominic was filled with many thoughts, but as a noble's foundational etiquette was ingrained in his habits, he bowed slightly to Phil, who was dining at the table:

"Miss Phil, I didn't expect to see you here."

"My name is Fet." However, Phil, who was usually very sensible, responded with a rather aloof manner towards Dominic, even correcting how he addressed her, "The name Phil, I rarely use outside."

Seeing Phil's attitude, Dominic was taken aback.

It was his first time being reprimanded by a child with such indifference.

But thinking of the closeness between her and Ronald, Dominic didn't dare to vent his anger recklessly and managed a forced smile with a nod:

"I understand, Miss Fet."

Once Dominic corrected the address, Phil nodded satisfactorily.

The young girl seriously ate the meal prepared by her friend on the table, and then nonchalantly questioned Dominic:

"So, you came here looking for that Il fellow?"

Dominic nodded at once:

"I made an agreement with Miss Phil in the evening."

"Then you most likely won't find her if you wait here." Phil immediately provided Dominic an answer, with an explanation, "Mr. Hopkins had an issue with the golden umbrella he bought from Il yesterday, so they both might stay at the church all night solving the plant problem."

Dominic's expression changed upon hearing this: "The village church?"

Phil directly pointed Dominic to the path:

"Continue east along the direction of the forest, and you'll soon see that church; I doubt you'll miss it."

"..."

With his main goal absent, Dominic had no reason to stay in this unwelcoming place.

Until Dominic walked down the stairs and left the building,

the two happy chatting small ones behind him started whispering:

"Phil, why did you drive him away? Isn't he a guest?"

"Helle, you little girl should be careful when you meet such bizarre adults in the future. Those lascivious eyes are obviously here for something!"