Odalisque - Chapter 115

Of course, he might have already forgotten about it because he said it in passing, and he had already… satisfied his desire to the fullest, so he might not call her for a while.

We don’t know what the future holds, though.

She just had a feeling about it.

For better or worse, Liv’s hunch was correct, and she had to face the carriage that came to pick her up two days later. The aftermath was even worse than the second sex, as she had to accept the Marquis again while she was still recovering from her sore muscles.

The problem was that the carriage came again three days later. After that, the cycle of her extra work became more frequent.

The Marquis didn’t hold back; he reached out when he wanted to, and promptly ducked his head. Liv herself didn’t turn him down, so it didn’t take long for the arrangement of the extra work to change. Liv, who had thought there could be a day they wouldn’t do it, naturally considered the probability of sleeping with the Marquis whenever she was called to the mansion after a few weeks.

Aside from that, though, those days were physically demanding.

“You don’t look good, Miss Rhodes.”

Liv, who had been entrusting her weakened body to her muscle memory, looked up at once. Making eye contact with Philip, who was looking at her with concern, Liv felt her face flush for no reason. It wasn’t like he could see into her head, though.

Today, she visited the Verworth manor.

However, the reason for her visit this time was not for the extra work, but Coryda’s treatment. Coryda’s treatment was proceeding so smoothly, and they had switched her medication accordingly. Thierry said that the rapid progress in Coryda’s treatment was due to the fact that she had been taking good care of her physical fitness.

Encouraged by Thierry’s praise, Coryda was quite committed to her recovery. As usual, she actively followed her treatments and then headed to the study with Adolf. She also told Liv in advance that she was going to be in the study for at least three hours as if she had already made an appointment.

According to Adolf, he was going to introduce Coryda to a good reading friend. Liv had no reason to object, and thus she was forced to wait for Coryda again today. Then, as if knowing her situation, the Marquis summoned her through Philip.

“Dr. Gertrude hasn’t left the mansion yet. Would you like to see her?”

“No, it’s fine.”

Liv, her face reddened, waved her hands urgently.

“You don’t have to force yourself to heed Master’s call. I will tell him that you’re not feeling well.”

“I’m really fine. I guess… I just didn’t get enough sleep.”

She couldn’t tell him that she was lacking stamina from sleeping with his master.

“Goodness.”

“I’m truly fine. It’s not a big deal.”

Seeing how Liv refused the offer to get examined, Philip didn’t offer any more suggestions. Instead, he changed the subject with a cheerful voice.

“The area around the hunting grounds is good for horseback riding. The flowers are in bloom now, so it’s also a nice place for sightseeing.”

“I see.”

Hearing the mention of horseback riding, she naturally thought of the one time she followed to the hunting ground.

She wondered if the Marquis was going to hunt today. Not that it matters, but she was a bit uneasy about getting on the horse. Her back was sore, her thighs were sore, and most of all, her groin was uncomfortable.

She was not a good rider, and she would likely fall off a horse in this condition. Predicting the situation, Liv was determined to tell the Marquis about her condition.

However, she did not have to step forward. Philip had been the first to tell the Marquis that Liv was unwell. He told it vaguely, but the Marquis immediately ordered the servants to call off the preparations for the ride. Afterward, he walked ahead, suggesting that they tour the greenhouse.

“My Lord. is it okay if we don’t go horseback riding?”

Liv, watching the Marquis’ back, was the first to speak. Her question made the Marquis half-turn his head to look at her.

“You said you’re unwell.”

“I’m not unwell, but…”

Liv, hesitating, dropped her gaze.

“Were you planning to go hunting?”

“I was hoping to improve your poor stamina. There are many places to ride around the manor outside of hunting.”

The Marquis seemed to have guessed the reason for Liv’s unwell state. Liv coughed, feeling embarrassed for something that wasn’t her fault. Whether he realized it or not, the Marquis turned his attention back to the path ahead.

“Of course, most of the time, I’m going to hunt.”

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