MMORPG: Rebirth of the Shadow Mage

Tia's eyes went wide open seeing that the previously run down house was now renovated. It wouldn't be an understatement to call the building before her a mansion. Gaping at Leo she could only muster a few words.

" How did you do that? "

Her expression made Leo slightly happy, but at the same time sad. Half of his money was gone just like that, he also had to buy equipment and resources for Tia to concoct potions and they will cost more money.

" Power of money... "

Trying to control his greediness Leo reminded himself that in the long run this will be a big profit. Looking through the system he recalled that he had yet to claim the city mayor's reward for killing the golems.

Looking towards Tia he suddenly took out a pen and a few sheets of paper he prepared beforehand. Handing them over to the girl he urged her to read through their contents.

" So you weren't exaggerating... "

Looking through the contract papers Tia momentarily held her breath while looking at her monthly salary. Her job in real life wasn't even one tenth of the pay Leo offered her for making potions. It seemed surreal, but at the same time tempting.

" I'd like to add some extra details... "

Tia's voice trailed off after she read the contract. Lifting her brown eyes and looking towards Leo she tried to see if he was annoyed by her sudden declaration. Some people don't like when the situation is not going the way they predicted.

Surprisingly the man in question didn't even bat an eye before accepting her request without any hesitation and handing her a pen.

With a suspicious smile Tia took the pen and started scribbling into the documents. Since Leo saw her expression he was feeling slightly nervous, but clenched his hands tightly and took some deep and even breaths. Even though he was interested in what Tia wrote he could temporarily suppress his curiosity.

" Done! "

With a wry smile his soon-to-be coworker handed him the sheets of papers and started playing with her hair.

Warily looking towards Tia's direction Leo quickly looked through the papers edited by the alchemist.

[ Party A, Leo, will have to directly pay Party B, Tia her monthly salary ]

This much was doable, but seeing Tia's reaction Leo didn't relax and quickly read the next paper.

[ Party A, Leo, will have to allow Party B,Tia, to have a boyfriend ]

Leo didn't even know why this detail was even here and lifted his eyes only to see Tia inspecting the flower outside the window. She, as an alchemist, was probably attracted to plants that might make up a new recipe...

Bringing his attention back to the papers Leo suddenly felt his grip on the paper sheets he held weaken as he read through the last extension of the document, written in barely visible letters.

[ Party A, Leo, will allow Party B,Tia, to inspect his Horn Crown once a month ]

Rereading the line Leo suddenly took a seat before Tia and put the document on the table.

" ~Hmmm... What is this...? "

From his voice one would think he's happy, but the face Leo was making was the direct opposite of his voice. A smile, a chilling smile was playing on his lips making Tia slightly nervous and confused.

" Aren't you supposed to be as cold as rock? I mean you didn't even flinch at sacrificing your arm, but now you are suddenly mad at me for wanting to inspect this phenomenon... "

Gesturing towards his crown Tia made an apologetic smile, even though she was expecting something similar she didn't expect Leo to act in such a way. On the other hand it was also kind of fun seeing some reactions from a robot.

Both parties were staring at each other, not wanting to comply. Leo felt that his personal space was invaded while Tia wanted to get her hands on his crown.

Looking through his memories Leo recalled that Tia was known for being obsessed with museums and things like his crown, special objects. He didn't remember her being an aggressive type or short tempered woman and took a deep breath.

This contract will bind them unless one of the parties decides to breach the contract and pay the penalty or they part ways, because of financial problems.

Leo knew that if the contract was signed, it'd be the biggest heist in the world. Tia's salary wasn't even a certain % of money the potions will be sold for, but an amount of money they agreed on. Of course Leo was not dumb and will pay her more when the sales grow, but this was a good start.

" I'll... agree with your terms... "

Putting his signature on the documents Leo felt as if a part of his body was sold off for money and he was not far from wrong.

Seeing Leo's sour expression Tia almost felt bad, keyword 'almost'. Taking hold of the writing pen she also put her signature on the paper making it official.

" Looking forward to working with you, Leo! "

Her full of life expression was the exact opposite of Leo's. His face was a frown while his eyes lost their glow.

Looking towards his deep, like abyss eyes Tia momentarily lost herself staring into them. It felt as if she was absorbed into Leo's eyes.

' That was dangerous... '

Breaking the eye contact she recalled her main goal of the contract.

" ~Please relax your head... "

With an alluring smile she approached Leo and made herself comfortable by his side, so close that their shoulders were slightly touching.

Even though most of the males would get flustered being approached by such a beauty, Leo knew that she was trying to tease him and snorted.

" Just get this over with "

Suddenly he felt a cold touch on his neck and turned his head towards Tia. She was using her arms trying to make his head fall on her lap. Unfortunately for her, she was a Fairy, a race not gifted in strength attribute.

...

...

...

Both people stared at each other before Leo gave in and put his head on her lap, greatly starling Tia.

" I'll give you 10 minutes... "

His voice sounded more like a growl making Tia wake up from her stupor. At first she was a very brave and straightforward person, but now when everything was given to her, she didn't know where to put her hands.

Looking towards Leo's closed eyes she took a deep breath trying to calm down. A person, the strongest person with an ability to solo raid a boss, was lying on her lap. Just a few hours ago she was a person who was persecuted by various guilds and other players trying to enslave her into making them potions.

Luckily or not she somehow managed to enter the Demon Realm and make her way to the location she always wanted to visit, a Gloomy Castle, where the first boss in the game was defeated.

Entering the library she was met by many black robed NPCs that tried to kill her. By pure luck she managed to survive by falling on the floor. She thought she was done for, but a male voice told her to run and soon a Lightning Projectile flew through the room giving her a chance to escape.

She didn't even dare to think that her savior was the same person, who defeated the boss, didn't flinch at pain, ruthlessly killed a group, because of his revenge against Theo.

This day was full of surprises and now the Unknown player, Leo, the most popular player in the Fragmental was laying on her lap. Leo's expression was more relaxed and peaceful when those abyss black eyes weren't looking at her as if they saw right through the soul.

" Just so you know... I'm counting the time "

Not feeling Tia making any movements Leo spoke out loud just to make sure that the alchemist wouldn't doze off and call it unfair after the time ran out.

" Hmm? Yes! "

Waking up from her stupor Tia slowly ran her fingers through Leo's hair, brushing them aside and fully revealing the crown on top of his head.

Inspecting Leo's majestic horns Tia started poking them and looking at Leo's reaction, trying to find out if he could sense her touch.

To her surprise a corner of Leo's lips was twitching as if he was forcefully biting it, trying to control his expression.

' Oh? '

Her curiosity was piqued as Tia started running her fingers through the surface of his horns making Leo slightly wiggle in place.

' Is it like a weak spot? '

She was unknowingly having a lot of fun playing with Leo and making him flustered. With a wry smile she suddenly thought of an idea and lowered her head.

Pooch...

Her lips landed on his horns causing Leo to suddenly jolt out the sofa and fall on the ground with his face fully dyed in red color.

" What are you doing? "

His low voice would make one shiver in fear, but Tia felt no pressure. She has already thought of an escape beforehand.

" I've wanted to check if it has a temperature "

Pointing towards Leo's crown Tia shrugged her shoulders and slapped her lap.

" I have another 3 minutes left, stop the time! "

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A man with a beet red face left a beautiful house. During the two lives he had, he has never felt such shame as he was feeling now.

Covering his face with his hands he suddenly slapped both of his cheeks bringing himself to reality.

" Focus... "

With slow and staggering steps he left the house and disappeared into the crowded street.