Chapter 61: Naiad

Her beautiful eyes were both curious and filled with doubt, but for a moment, I felt her muscles tense, feeling worried she might reject me completely.

I know it might be something that she cannot accept. Lisa isn't Rena, who has already died but is a lovely High Elf girl...

"I... does that mean I will change?"

"You are offering power, but there is always a price, right...?" Her voice wavered but remained gentle and soft as if trying to keep herself calm. It wavered slightly when pronouncing her vowels.

There was no need to lie to her as we continued moving down the steps with me holding her against my chest, which the little elf had no issues with—it seemed even wrapping her smooth, long legs around my waist.

"The price is that you would become my subordinate, but only in battle or during times of great danger where I could give you orders to help you move more efficiently. In addition, the experience you gain will no longer be reduced."