Devil’s Music

Chapter 299: Strange Tutoring

When Paimon saw Amdusias slump back into his seat, he asked, "Three emotions?"

Geon looked curiously at Amdusias, who remained silent. Gamagin gestured with his eyes towards Paimon, prompting Paimon to turn back to Geon and say, "Can I have a word with you in private?"

As Paimon stood up, Geon, still curious about what Amdusias was about to say, reluctantly followed him out. Once they had left, Amdusias, looking troubled, muttered, "This is dangerous... it's all happening too quickly."

Gamagin, observing him silently, asked, "What do you mean by dangerous?"

Amdusias looked up at Gamagin and explained, "I didn't consider the outcome when my abilities and His Excellency’s are combined. Adding Lord Paimon’s powers into the mix, I can't even imagine the kind of power that will be embedded in that child’s voice."

"Do you mean your ability and mine, like an eye for music and wisdom?" asked Gamagin.

"Yes, exactly. I delivered the message without much thought, overlooking the fact that the child has received your abilities."

"Hmm, are you saying it’s dangerous because the child’s abilities have become too strong?"

"Yes, the child’s current abilities are now comparable to those of a genius musician who once dominated an era in the human world. But since he also possesses your wisdom, it's uncertain what developments might occur in the future, and whether they will be safe for the human world."

Gamagin shook his head and stood up, "Let it be. I will take the responsibility."

"What? Your Excellency!"

"That's enough. After all, Paimon and I are watching over the child, and we can intervene immediately if anything concerning arises."

"That is true, but..."

"Have you also been watching the child lately?"

"Ah, yes, I knew that."

"You’ve given the child powers, so you have the right to do so."

"Haha, well, it’s more like I find it amusing to watch."

"Right, with three of us high-ranking demons watching, what could possibly go wrong? We can handle it if something does. Don’t worry."

"Um, understood, Your Excellency."

Leaving the conversation in the drawing room behind, Paimon stepped outside and glanced at Natalie, who was standing by the door, before saying, "Come along."

Natalie flinched but promptly followed a step behind Paimon and Geon. Paimon led them through the inner garden to a secluded corner where the sound of a violin resonated beautifully. They approached a white table with chairs set up.

"Stay here for a bit. I'll be right back," Paimon said with a smile, pulling out a chair for Geon to sit.

As Natalie passed by, she whispered, "I'll be back in ten minutes."

Startled, Natalie quietly bowed her head, watching Paimon's retreating back with a grateful look. She then sat down next to Geon and beamed.

"Is Kiska still unable to speak?"

Geon reflexively responded, "Yes, that's right. It’s not something that can just suddenly improve...?"

As Geon looked puzzled, Natalie rummaged through her bag and pulled out a small, round frame that resembled a medieval clock. She pressed a button on the side of the frame, which clicked open to reveal a photo of a slightly younger Natalie and Kiska, both beaming.

Surprised, Geon shifted his gaze to Natalie.

"Did you know Kiska before?"

"Ho ho, yes. We’re close."

"Ah, so like an aunt or a godmother?"

"Ho ho, something like that."

"As I thought, Kiska does seem familiar to you. It’s nice to meet you, I’m Geon."

"I know," Natalie replied, as another servant brought over some refreshments.

"Have some," she offered, gesturing towards Geon.

"Ah, I've just eaten, so I’m quite full. Please go ahead, you must be hungry before dinner."

Geon offered a cookie to Natalie, who politely accepted it with a bright smile.

"You really are a kind soul. That’s why you’re so good to Kiska."

"Haha, well, I don’t really do much."

"Just being there is a big help to her right now."

"Ahaha, well, that might be true."

Natalie looked at Geon warmly, then spoke with slight difficulty.

"The child will regain her ability to speak soon."

Geon looked at her in surprise.

"Really?"

Natalie nodded gently, "Kiska isn’t ill. She has closed off her own heart

. If she develops a strong will to speak, she’ll be able to open her mouth right away."

Shocked, Geon looked bewildered as Natalie grasped his hand tightly.

"The reason she will be able to speak might very well be because of you. I hope her first words will be beautiful. Please, I ask this of you."

Geon thought for a moment, then nodded, "Yes, I want that too. But do you also not know when she will be able to speak?"

"I don’t know. But it won’t be long, I’m sure of it. Since Lord Amdusias said so, it must be true. So, once again, please take good care of Kiska."

"I definitely will. Haha."

As Natalie finally released Geon's hand, her eyes caught sight of Paimon peering from behind a distant building. Noticing Natalie watching him, Paimon hastily retreated, but not before Natalie had seen him. She smiled warmly and walked towards where Paimon had been hiding. Peeking around cautiously and spotting Natalie approaching, Paimon startled and straightened his clothes before coming around the building with a stern face.

"So, have you finished what you needed to do?"

Natalie smiled warmly at Pyemon's tone, as if she found him adorable. Sensing her amusement, Pyemon coughed awkwardly.

"Ahem, it's not like I was being considerate."

Natalie held her skirt lightly and bowed her knees slightly.

"I'm just grateful to you, Lord Pyemon. I've finished what I came to do, so please return now."

"Hmm, okay. Look after it."

"Yes, thank you."

Watching Natalie leave, Pyemon scratched his head briefly and then looked up towards the upper floors. He saw Amdusias looking out of a window on an intermediate floor, nodded slightly to himself, and then spoke to Geon.

"Let's go up now."

Geon looked puzzled as he stood up.

"What, you had something to say?"

"Oh? Ah, what was it, oh yes! Hey, has your father stopped hitting you?"

Geon frowned.

"How old do you think I am? I haven't been hit since high school."

"Ah, ah, that's good then. Let's go."

"You brought me all this way just to say that?"

"Well, not exactly. It’s not really a pleasant conversation."

As they walked, Geon suddenly asked.

"How do you know about my father?"

Pyemon coughed loudly and waved his hand frantically.

"Ahem! Ahem! Mosquitoes in the middle of winter! Shoo!"

As Pyemon quickened his pace, Geon frowned and followed him. Soon, they reached the door of a room filled with paintings, and Pyemon waited for Geon to speak again before hurriedly opening the door. Inside, Geon saw two people waiting for him and glanced at Pyemon, who was nonchalantly whistling and pretending to be distracted.

As Geon entered, Gamagin spoke to Amdusias.

"Then, as we discussed, please."

Amdusias deeply bowed his head and as he passed by Geon, he said,

"I will come back for you."

Geon, understanding it as an arrangement to meet later, nodded. After Amdusias left and closed the door, only Gamagin and Geon remained in the large room filled with paintings. Feeling awkward standing there, Gamagin invited him to sit.

"Have a seat."

As Geon awkwardly sat down, Gamagin smiled. Seeing Gamagin smiling at him eased some of the awkwardness, and Geon managed a small smile.

"So, have you learned a lot?"

"Yes, I've learned a lot. It's been more valuable than anything I've learned at school so far."

"Good, that's good to hear."

"This dream has been quite interesting. I’ve had many dreams, but nothing like this one."

"Ha, is that so?"

"Yes, and it's been quite long too."

"Yes, you've been dreaming long. It seems about time to go back."

"Now? Already?"

"Yes, if you stay longer, it might not be good. You don't need more power than necessary. But if you continue to work on yourself after you return, the abilities you currently possess will be sufficient for you to further develop yourself."

"What do you mean..."

As Gamagin's eyes turned a fiery red, Geon, startled, looked into his eyes. He wanted to look away, but his head wouldn’t move, and he broke into a cold sweat and screamed.

"Ah... Ahhhh!!!"

Overwhelmed by the piercing red gaze that seemed to melt his brain, Geon collapsed onto the table. Gamagin stood and looked down at him quietly, then the door opened and Pyemon peeked in.

"Is it over?"

Gamagin gestured towards the fallen Geon, and Pyemon came over and tidied his disheveled hair.

"I'm sorry. One day, I'll invite you to my castle."

Gamagin frowned.

"To visit your castle, one would have to go to hell. The child will be taken to heaven with me when I return to being an angel, so don't even think about it."

Pyemon playfully pointed to the floor.

"This is hell too, you know?"

Gamagin scowled and looked around.

"I better send him back quickly."

"Haha, understood. I’ll take him back."

After about three hours in the human world, as dawn approached, a black vortex appeared on the ceiling of Geon's empty room. Spinning and emitting a gloomy light, Pyemon slowly descended from the vortex, carrying the unconscious Geon, and laid him on the bed, gently stroking his hair. After watching Geon for a while, Pyemon smiled slightly and said,

"See you again, child."

As Pyemon was sucked back into the vortex, it disappeared, and the colorless room regained its colors. Only the sound of the ticking second hand of the clock filled the room where Geon lay as if asleep.

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