Chapter 239 - Enjoying Drinks Over Conversation Actually Takes A While, Though Not Longer Than It Takes To Scheme

The former liaison felt herself falling into Elua's rhythm and shifted back on her cushion. Part of her, underneath her composure, wanted to scream! She couldn't shake the feeling that she was being made to dance on strings, even when pursuing what seemed like her own ideas.

"Of course, any arrangements would need proper approval through official channels. However, we do indeed have plans after the Voidling threat is dealt with that should provide stable work."

While she was speaking to the teenage boy, she also made sure to look over and nod at Aleck. The fighter's spirit had growing 'interest' despite his earlier hesitation. For the first time, the method of contracting that the beautiful woman had suggested seemed less daunting to him than full Guild membership.

'Attractive people really sell things better, don't they?'

Deep inside, he wondered if anyone else had ever noted this phenomena.