It's been a week since the succubi and I have been promoting the event. Of course, when Master Merlin said she was going to use me, she meant she was going to have me run around and promote the festival to others, and so I have.
I asked the Opera House for help, and they were happy to oblige. Miss Vita is always happy to help her teacher, Miss Eisheth, so the momentum we gain is great.
I go to the Knights' Quarters and tell them about the festival. The succubi followed me to the Knights' Quarters and let me just say that I was of no use to them. They didn't even need me to be promoted to knight. "Men"... say Dana when they see how easily the succubi promote the festival to the knights... Well, as long as they're happy, I'm sure it'll be fine.
As for the Adventure Guild, I didn't even have to lift a finger. I just said please support the festival, and they did. The succubi are shocked to see the Adventure Guild spoiling me like I'm their little sister, and they get a little possessive at that time, but they just hug me tighter and swear that they'll make sure they're number one in my heart. Alice almost calls Guild Master Akela for help when she sees how possessive the succubi are, but I'm not complaining. It actually feels nice that they care so much about me.
All in all, it's going great, but at first I thought that's all I'm doing, running around not realizing the sinister plan that Dear Master has laid out. Who am I to say no when it's actually kind of fun on paper. The succubi are terrified of the inevitable scolding, so we prepare a script to apologize in advance.
When the time comes, Master Merlin activates her spare Magic Motion Orb and all the orbs in Amleth are activated. Of course, they thought that Auntie Amleth would have something to say, so they gather around the orb, not expecting to hear
"Welcome everyone, I am nothing but your humble witch Merlin, and with me today is my cute little apprentice who I'm sure you all know" [Merlin].
"Diana here, nice to meet you!" [Diana]
I'm sure Nar and Sas are angry right now. I'm sure Auntie is sighing as the mage from the Magic Department wonders how we activate it. Well, technically, it's our invention, and Master Merlin was just using her "spare" Magic Motion Orb to see if it worked or not. Besides, there's no rule that says anyone other than Aunt Amleth can't use it, so technically we haven't broken any laws.
"I'm sure you all heard about my little Diana telling you about the cultural festival our succubus friend is holding, and one of the attractions there, especially for the ladies out there, is all about beauty! Who else is an expert in beauty if not the succubus, so we have them here today to demonstrate their latest product, which will be launched during the festival!" [Merlin]
It wasn't even a product of theirs. Master Merlin just brought a basic set of makeup and skin care, and let me use the beauty fairy Aidna's blessing to enhance its effect. Of course, the succubus will have to develop one afterwards, but Master Merlin has given her word that she will help. I will help too! I was delighted to hear how happy the beauty fairy Aidna was when I finally used her blessing.
The succubi, happy to know they're getting the attention they need, quickly tell the watching Amlethians (I hope they're watching...) about their so-called product. They lie that it is a product made from their secret ingredient. Maybe there is one. Maybe there isn't, but they explain as if the product really exists. Now I'm curious.
They also talk about how succubi maintain their youth and beauty. I try to listen to them, but the way they put make-up on my face, the way they take care of my hair, the way they massage my face. It's so, so, so soothing! If it weren't for the fact that I'm being watched by Amlethians, I would definitely fall asleep!
After they're done explaining whatever it is they're explaining, they bring out a big mirror and wow! I can't believe how cute I've become! My hair is getting silky! It's smooth! My face. They don't really use that much make-up on me, but I feel like an adult! What really catches my attention is how stunning Master Merlin looks! She even rivals the succubi! It's rude to say, even if Master Merlin is gorgeous, you wouldn't really appreciate it since she usually doesn't wear makeup, usually with her same old black witch clothes, but this... She really is a beautiful witch! I feel like she's on par with Fairy Queen Titania or Beauty Fairy Aidna in terms of appearance! Of course, this is thanks to the Blessing, but without the succubi technique and knowledge, it wouldn't even be possible!
"Be sure to tune in next week! I'll ask the Opera House to perform!" [Merlin]
"Yes, there will be one. Be sure to watch it, my people." [Amleth]
That's fast... That's really REALLY fast! Before the inevitable scolding that will be unleashed upon us, I quickly thank the Amlethians for spending their time watching us, close the Magic Motion Orb, and just like the script we prepared before
"WE'RE SORRY!" [ALL]
"Sorry, you say..." [Amleth]
Being scolded by Auntie Amleth for an hour is not a fun experience... The usually nice and calm Aunt Amleth becomes even scarier than Cardinal Davis when she's angry.