As he trailed her elegant carriage from a discreet distance, Dick couldn't help but feel a sense of determination burning within him. He knew that the upcoming encounter would be crucial in executing his revenge plan.
The moment arrived as the carriage came to a halt, and John's mother disembarked.
It was at this point that Dick decided to make his move. He approached her, feigning a chance encounter, and offered a friendly smile as he introduced himself.
"Good day, ma'am," Dick began, his voice warm and friendly.
"I'm a good friend of your son, John. I've been a bit worried about him lately, and I care for him very much. I've tried to suggest to him that he should share some of his troubles with you, but he's been reluctant to do so. I hope you don't mind me speaking to you about this."
As he spoke, Dick's demeanor was one of concern and empathy, an earnest attempt to connect with John's mother. He wanted her to perceive him as a genuine friend who cared deeply about her son's well-being.
John's mother regarded Dick with a curious expression, her eyes reflecting a mixture of surprise and appreciation for his apparent concern.
John's mother, Candy, regarded Dick with a mixture of curiosity and gratitude. She was appreciative of the concern he was showing for her son. She knew that John could be quite reserved when it came to sharing his troubles.
"Oh, that's very kind of you," she responded, a genuine smile forming on her face. "John has always been a bit reserved when it comes to sharing his troubles. I appreciate your concern for him."
Candy decided to invite Dick into her home.
She was grateful for his concern and saw him as a friend who genuinely cared about her son's well-being.
" Come in if you don't mind" She said sweetly, "We can talk over a cup of cofee.
They proceeded to her home, where she planned to speak with John about the concerns raised by his friend.
As they entered the house, Candy's information was displayed on the system, revealing that she was a C-rank mage with no magical talent.
[Name: Candy
Level: 1
Exp: 0/100
Age: 36
Race: Human
Class: None
Ability: c – rank…
She had achieved her current level through sheer hard work and dedication. It also revealed the somber fact that Candy was a widow, as John's father had passed away before John was born.
Dick began to connect the dots. John's transformation into a villain might have been influenced by his family background.
The lack of a father figure and the absence of strict guidance from his mother had likely played a role in shaping his character.
Without the strong presence of a father, John might have lacked the necessary discipline and guidance that could have steered him in a different direction.
Observing Candy, John's mother, it was evident that she wasn't a prominent mage among her peers, and her character exhibited a sense of vulnerability.
She might have struggled to provide the strict upbringing that John needed to become a responsible and considerate individual. Dick understood that the lack of a strong paternal figure might have contributed to John's behavior, but it didn't excuse his actions.
Dick, however, wasn't one to pass judgment solely based on one's background.
He was aware that life experiences could shape a person but believed that everyone had to take responsibility for their actions.
While he empathized with the challenging circumstances John might have faced, he couldn't disregard the consequences of John's decisions.
Dick had experienced his fair share of adversity. The original owner of his body had been an orphan, and life hadn't handed him any special favors.
Despite his own hardships, Dick had chosen to maintain his good nature and uphold his moral values. He didn't pity John because he believed in accountability for one's actions.
Candy's panel on the system is quite extensive. It took a moment for him to navigate through the data to find her mental weakness.
[Mental Weakness: Sex Addiction]
The revelation raised questions in Dick's mind about the origins of this addiction. The system indicated that it was connected to a magical seal her husband had placed on her, one that restricted her sexual experiences to him alone. But John's father died before he was born, which means Candy hasn't had sex with anyone in years.
It became increasingly clear that Candy had not experienced physical intimacy with another man for years.
Her husband's death had left her in a state of perpetual sexual hunger, and she could only quench her desires through masturbation
The circumstances surrounding Candy's life were indeed exceptional. Her late husband had been a powerful mage, a fact that seemed to have shaped her destiny. This powerful mage's legacy was a formidable presence that continued to impact Candy's life even after his passing.
It left her in a state of limbo, fearful of entering another marriage, as the magical seal prevented her from being intimate with any other man.
Dick pondered the implications of the magical seal as he contemplated his plan for revenge.
But just as he was immersed in his thoughts, the system alerted him to a potential solution.
[Your semen can break the magical seal placed on candy.]
The discovery brought a devious grin to Dick's face, and he couldn't help but feel a surge of satisfaction. This newfound information opened up an unexpected avenue for his revenge.
At this point, Candy poured a cup of coffee for Dick, the warm aroma filling the room.
She looked at him with an expression of both curiosity and maternal concern. "How has John been at the academy?" she inquired, her voice tinged with worry.
Dick carefully considered his response. He knew that his revenge plan was already in motion, and this was a crucial moment to sow the seeds of doubt in Candy's mind.
He decided to purposefully lie, portraying John as a victim of bullying by the other girls at the academy.
The visible red slap marks on John's face from the previous day were the best evidence he could use to support this narrative.
"I'm afraid things have been quite tough for John at the academy," Dick began, his voice filled with a feigned sympathy.
"Some of the girls there have been bullying him, and it's been hard for him to cope." He chose his words carefully, wanting to make John's supposed suffering seem more genuine.
Candy's eyes widened in alarm as she listened to Dick's words. Her maternal instincts flared, and she appeared deeply concerned for her son's well-being.
"Bullying?" she questioned, her voice trembling. "But John never told me about any of this. What happened?"
"When I asked him about the marks, he said it was just an accidental fall." She said, her voice cracking with emotions.
Candy's worry deepened at the mention of the slap marks and the possibility of her son being harmed. She couldn't help but feel a pang of guilt for not having known about this earlier.
Dick continued to play his part, offering a supportive presence. "I think he didn't want to worry you, and he might have been trying to handle it on his own," he said.
As Candy expressed her worry and desire to protect John, Dick couldn't help but inwardly mock her naivety. He maintained his facade, letting her believe that he shared her concern for John.
"It's understandable that he didn't want to worry you," Dick continued, his tone dripping with empathy.
"John values his dignity, and he probably didn't want you to think less of him. We're best friends at school, and I did suggest that he talk to you about it, but he insisted it not to."
Candy's eyes glistened with unshed tears as she vowed to stand up for her son. The depth of her love and maternal instincts was undeniable, and she was ready to protect John at all costs.
Just as she was about to burst into tears, Dick saw his chance and decided it was time to intervene.
He gently placed a hand on her shoulder, a feigned look of concern in his eyes.
"I understand your concern, but I must be honest with you," he began, choosing his words carefully.
"The person who's been causing trouble for John... they have a very powerful background. If you were to interfere, it could make things even worse for him at the academy."
Candy's expression shifted from determination to confusion. "What do you mean?" she asked, her voice quivering.