"Then , is it true, that lady Beatrice...." I cut off in a mid-sentence.
"No" he said immediately and sighed .
"Even though , she's an ambitious person , she is not cruel and ruthless to poison someone , even if she hate them to death. I've been her friend for more than a decade . Then , she shut herself within the walls of the palace. This is the first time she is trying to communicate outside . I think it's good for you to know her and tell her that we are waiting for her." he said with a withering voice and smiled to himself. I can see the sadness on his corner of eyes.
I thought she was villain, but isn't it opposite? A person can change in these years . I've to see for myself .
"Yes. I'll get to know her soon , dad." I said and we ate the breakfast. I was on my way to the room , But I don't know why is he following me? I mean my brother .
"Matt , why're you following me?" I turned and asked him in a irritated voice.
"Oh. It's just I felt that we're communicating less nowadays. So I came to have a little conversation with my little sister." he said and showed his full teeth. I know what he means by 'little' conversation , he won't leave untill the sunsets.
"I don't think so " I said with a annoyed voice and walked , I know he won't bug off even I showed this attitude . See , he's following me shamelessly again.
I opened the door and sat on the sofa. Matt followed me and sat before me .
"Ash , prepare milk tea and refreshments for brother." I sent Ash to the kitchen . While Matt cleared his throat and sat straight . I stared at him for his unusual behaviour .
"Miss Daisy , the information you asked about is ready , you can come to collect the information in our trade house." Matt said with a serious face and my eyes widened in the moment.
Did he just say about trade house and information ? is it because I left the novel half -read , I don't know about this information . I was again surprised for moment , because this is really unexpected. I didn't see it coming for real.
"Don't look so surprised. I exactly gave the same look like you, when I heard you are my customer," he turned back to his normal self and gave me a assuring smile . But somehow I don't feel assured at all. Then does he know about the information I asked . What should I say him? when he asks . 'Ah'; What should I do?
"Puffff. hahahaha ; Take it easy . You are way more surprised than me" , he laughed and back to his normal self . Is it a prank? My stupid brain still thinking it as a prank , when he's clear on his words.
"You're easy to read ,Daisy . I don't the full details , but I know you asked about plague with him(Oliver). I think you even knew his identity ; isn't it?" he lips curled upwards . I know he's clever , by reading the novel. But I didn't expect he'll identify so soon about my approach . Even though he knows all the things , he still doesn't know about how did I get the information. Because I read in the novel.
"Don't worry , I'm not planning to tell him(Oliver) about this ; You can do your work . But be safe and take me with you to the trade house. It's not a safe place to roam around." he said and ate the cookies.
"Then I will wait for you at downstairs . Get ready to visit the trade house." he smiled and left my room with picking up the cookies in his hands. I was dumbfounded for the whole conversation and didn't get a chance to talk with him .
I will just get ready , it's tiresome to think about many things. I took a black cloak and went downstairs . The stupid look on his face is gone ; he looks handsome.
"Shall we go? " I asked him by wearing my cloak . he bends towards and put the hood on my head.
"Yeah , let's go." he smiled and weared his hood. We took a local carriage , so it won't get attention. We arrived at the alley of the trade house and went into the house.
The man in his forties , whom I saw the other day welcomed us and Matt led the way directly to the real owner , that's Oliver . I never read about Matt connections with Oliver , so it still surprising to learn about it.
Matt didn't even knocked and opened the door as if it's own room.
"Hey , boss.." Matt said and closed my eyes with his hands . But fortunately I already saw Oliver , who's upper body is naked . 'What a broad shoulders' and his muscles , He's damn hot and his face is another sculpture . Why are all the men in this world is so handsome? But , It's a feast to my eyes , so I won't complain.
"Didn't you learn about manners , Matthew?" Oliver said and buttoned up his shirt and weared his mask.
"I'm sorry , who thought you were half naked to seduce my sister." Matt said and took his hands from my eyes.
"If she were seduced by me , I would have seduced her and made her 'MINE' already." Oliver looked at me and said in a deep voice , while replying Matt .
"She has a good taste ; so better don't try , it's waste of time". Matt said in a sarcastic manner and Oliver smiled listening to him.
"Okay , let's leave these small talks for later" Oliver said and took a file , while showed us seat to sit .
"Here, the files you've asked for; You can check it", he said handed over the file to me.
These files contains information about ,when the plague started and symptoms of the disease . They also asked for church to investigate , but they didn't identify what it is till now.
'I see , the prophets are playing along with first prince .' Then , the prophets think that it's a disease . So they're awaiting for the arrival of Saint to cure the illness.
They just want to cause a commotion . These people believe them it's a disease , not a curse ; because they have less exposure to magic .So , they don't even consider it as a option.
There is not a single information about village and the rotting forest . What is this , how can it be? Is someone from second prince side betraying him.
There was nothing major aside from that , These are useless information . Better , I can make a deal with them. I looked at Oliver , but he was already looking at me.
"Is it everything okay?" Oliver asked me.
"It's okay for now. I think , my information is more valuable than this . Can you guys really afford ?" I raised my brow to show my power by holding the information .
"If you think so , we can make a fair deal to satisfy you. What do you think?" , Oliver asked me and my brother was just sitting beside me and watching us .
"Then , I know the cause and cure for the plague . What do you think , Mister?" I smirked , because I'm the one now , having upper hand in the deal.
Matt and Oliver's eyes widened after hearing my response. They look way more surprised . But , I think Matt is more worried than surprise . 'Is he thinking it is dangerous for me?' ; But I don't have a option . I'm sorry Matt , but you'll understand it someday.
"If , what you said is true. Then you can ask for anything ." Oliver smiled, even though he has his suspicion , he didn't showed it openly , I think , he's being considered of those sick people.
"I do need something, I want all the updates of this plague and ..." I stopped in the mid-sentence .
"What is it?" Oliver asked me curiously, but I really want to know about Pheony , whenever I see Oliver , I can see her resemblance in him. For some reason , I'm urging to see her.
"I'll tell you after the information." I smiled and he just nodded.
"The cause is curse and the cure is holy water", I said he surprised for a second and next moment his face turned sour.
"Are you playing with me ? The prophets clearly mentioned it is a disease." he said in anger.
"STOP IT ! Don't you dare ;raise your voice to my sister ", Matt said in a eerie voice. Oliver rubbed his temples and calmed down.
"I know it's difficult for you to believe me , now. So , you can check it for yourself , whenever you want. But do it only with trusted aides of yours," I said in a serious tone. So , he won't doubt my information .
"Okay ,I shall do that. I hope you're information is true". he sighed . But , Matt was still glaring at Oliver. There was an awkward silence for a minute.
"So , what is the deal you asked for?" Oliver asked me by breaking the silence.
"Oliver.." I said.
"WWhattt...?" he shattered and looking at me more surprised.