5.1 Reena, Mason, and Wine
A week later, Mareena got her hands on an aphrodisiac and a fertility drug.
When she went to the guild again, she was led to the back room just like before. Louis’ hair was still black while his appearance was dignified and as beautiful as always.
“Here’s what you’ve requested.”
Before her, powder and tea leaves were presented.
“The powder is an aphrodisiac. Once dissolved, it becomes tasteless and odorless. It won’t be noticed.”
“If I were to tell someone that it’s an aphrodisiac, will it excite them?”
“It will. By saying that, it means that you value the person’s feelings.”
“How convenient.”
Mareena laughed.
“As for the tea leaves, they promote pregnancy. Prolonged use will stabilize the body, making conception much easier.”
“All because of the tea leaves?”
“No, the tea leaves alone will only improve physical condition. However, they’re mixed with a medicine that promotes pregnancy. By consuming them, fertility can be maintained.”
“I see.”
“Lastly, I’d like to confirm, but won’t you cancel this request?”
“No.”
“You may regret it.”
“I don’t mind. Besides, there’s no way I’ll regret it. Will you…?”
“No, it’s part of the job.”
“Then, there’s no problem.”
“Understood. Then, please come to the designated place on the appointed day.”
“I’ll be in your care.”
A strong determination could be seen from Mareena’s eyes. Upon seeing that she was determined to go through with it, Lewis had nothing else to say. She, like Lewis, was prepared to take part in sinful deeds.
From that day on, Mareena began drinking the fertility tea from Louis.
Cameron took interest in the sweet-scented tea.
“That’s true. This tea will help improve your health. Not to mention—…”
Mareena frowned and said to Cameron.
“…You can’t get pregnant drinking this.”
“But won’t that be detrimental for your health?”
“Of course not, it’s just tea.”
“Yes, but…”
“Moreover, this is a secret, but…”
Mareena took out the powdered aphrodisiac.
“Look.”
“What’s that?”
“It’s an aphrodisiac.”
“Aphrodisiac?”
Cameron’s eyes widened in surprise.
“While it has a nasty reputation, it’s secretly popular among ladies. Apparently, this drug makes for a very exciting experience.”
“...Hee.”
Mareena said bashfully.
“Fufu, use it when Cameron marries her lovely groom.”
Mareena handed her the aphrodisiac.
“Eh, but someone like me, that kind of thing…”
Despite saying that, Cameron clutched the aphrodisiac.
Use it on Mason.
After a few days, Mareena noticed that her tea was running low.
Cameron had drunk it.
She must had taken it and drank it without permission, thinking that it’d serve as a contraception. Along with the aphrodisiac, no doubt. Upon thinking that she had obtained a birth control, she must had taken it as a free pass to go crazy.
“I wonder if it’ll work. Oh well, it doesn’t matter if she doesn’t get pregnant.”
That night, Mareena went to Mason’s bedroom. Mason was surprised by the sudden visit. Inwardly, he was probably annoyed.
“How rare for you to visit me.”
“Am I a bother?”
“Of course not.”
“I’d like to apologize for flat out refusing your railroad proposal.”
The day they spoke about railroads, a vase in Mason’s office broke. He said his hand had slipped, but who knows the truth? The head housekeeper told her that the vase shattered in a completely different place from its original spot.
“Don’t worry about that. I also regret my selfish behavior. I’m sorry for not considering your position.”
“Then, let’s make up.”
“It isn’t like we’re arguing, right?”
“Well, it’s actually just an excuse.”
She showed him two bottles of vintage wine.
“It’s something good.”
He was supposed to meet Cameron that day. As such, Mason probably wanted to get rid of Mareena as soon as possible. However, Mason, who had a penchant for wine, couldn’t beat the charm of a rare and vintage wine.
As Mason eagerly prepared a pair of glasses, Mareena sat on a chair.
Once the wine was poured, Mason smiled at the rich aroma that tickled his nose. Apparently, he liked it.
They drank quietly for a while. When she opened the second bottle, Mason’s irrelevant wine discussion began. As Mareena nodded and smiled the entire time, Mason grew more talkative. By the time Mason finished his second bottle, he fell asleep.
“Good, the medicine finally worked.”
***T/N: I was hella uncomfortable with the drugging, but then I recalled that those two had been actively attempting to kill her by drugging her tea… You got off easy, Mason
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First let me make this clear I condemn the murdering attempt of MC there is no coming from that. Those two should be punished for their attempted murder.
That said, MC is as awful villain as them, as far as I am concerned. Pregnancy as a punishment is super shitty. You are not punishing the person, you are potentially destroying future of an unrelated kid as well.