"What is Magisteria, my lady?" Cassian asked, his face a picture of confusion.
Katherine looked slightly surprised by his question, but quickly explained. "Magisteria is a sort of city, a really big one located to the north of our territory. It's a free city, meaning no kingdom has authority over it. It's one of the few independent cities in our world."
Seeing that Cassian still seemed puzzled, she elaborated further. "In our world, there are ten free cities, which aren't ruled by any king or single authority. Instead, they're governed by organizations. Magisteria, for instance, is ruled by a council of mages and warriors, who also manage the university there. It's often called the 'City of Knowledge' because it's home to at least a hundred universities and many schools that train mages and magic warriors. With your sharp and quick mind, you could have a bright future there."
Cassian nodded, finally beginning to grasp the concept. He realized just how little he knew about the world, having only recently learned about sword techniques and other skills. However, he was quickly gaining more knowledge. As he subtly moved his hand towards his goal, keeping Katherine's mind occupied with his questions, he gently caressed her legs, slowly inching towards her knees. "Have you been to any of these free cities, my lady?" he asked.
Katherine nodded, a hint of nostalgia in her expression. "I've been to Magisteria. It's where I became a mage, and I even taught at one of its universities. But I had to return for my marriage," she said, her voice tinged with frustration.
Katherine fell silent for a few seconds, leaving Cassian scrambling to think of another question to keep her occupied while his hands continued to massage her calves, trying to relax her muscles before moving higher. He couldn't come up with anything that didn't feel too informal, but before he could worry too much, Katherine spoke up on her own. "I might be going back in a few months. Would you like to come with me? I could help you enroll in one of the warrior schools there."
"They're at least as good as our dukedom's academy, if not better in some ways," she added, noticing how intently Cassian was listening.
What started as casual conversation meant to distract her from his subtle touch suddenly took on a more serious tone. The way Katherine mentioned Magisteria being a free city made it clear that neither she nor the duchy would have any influence over him there. If he went with her, he wouldn't necessarily have to remain her servant. But that raised a question in his mind: Why would she take him there?
But he couldn't answer her without knowing more about the city. The only information he had was what she'd told him, and he realized he needed to do some research to fill in the gaps in his knowledge. There was one place he could do that, but he would need to find the time, which might only be possible if Katherine went to one of those noble parties.
"Can I give you an answer later?" Cassian asked, his tone uncertain. Katherine smiled, amused, and nodded. "Lucy and the other two might be coming with me too, so you won't be alone there," she said, trying to persuade him further.
But Cassian wasn't ready to commit until he had confirmed a few things, so he decided to change the topic. "That city must have lots of mages and magic warriors, right? So they probably have their own army too?" he asked, steering the conversation in a different direction.
Katherine was a bit surprised by his deduction, though it wasn't something too difficult to guess. "All ten free cities have their own armies; that's how they've managed to remain independent. There used to be more of them, but some were taken over by kingdoms for various reasons, like for strategic locations near ports and such. However, now the citizens of those kingdoms aren't welcome in any free city, which has caused them to lose out on the significant advantages these cities offer to other kingdoms and territories."
"Our own kingdom, as well as our duchy, benefits greatly from having a free city like Magisteria nearby. Many people from our territory try their luck at one of its universities to become mages or magic warriors. Afterward, some join our forces, while others become mercenaries, handling smaller tasks like monster subjugation or other minor issues that our armies don't typically deal with. Laureen, for example, is one of the mages trained in Magisteria. I brought her back as a maid when I returned. It also boosts trade, as the city has some truly unique products that can only be found or made there. "
The revelation about Laureen surprised Cassian, but it also confirmed his suspicion that she was a mage. She must have used teleportation magic to slip away from his bathroom that night. "I didn't know Laureen was a mage," he remarked.
"It's not exactly a secret, but she doesn't use her magic as much, so not many people are aware of it," Katherine replied just as Cassian reached her thighs. His arousal, which had already started earlier, intensified. He knew he was just using the excuse of "confirming" if he'd get aroused by touching another woman's thighs. In reality, he believed he'd be aroused by any woman's thighs, unless she was the embodiment of a whale or a sickly old witch.
With his arousal now forming a noticeable tent in his pants, Cassian squeezed Lady Katherine's velvety thighs. They were as large as, if not larger than, Laureen's—supple, yet with a bit of muscle underneath. He could feel the tension in them easing as he continued to squeeze, and Katherine's face visibly relaxed. Seeing that she didn't object to his touch, he considered going further but decided to keep her occupied with conversation. However, as he noticed the excited look on Katherine's face—a look he'd only seen once before when he first massaged her feet—she seemed almost like a hungry beast.
"You'll be coming to Magisteria with me," she said, her voice filled with anticipation. "So make sure to pack everything when I make the announcement."
Her tone was no longer a request—it was an order. Cassian knew he was in no position to refuse. With a frustrated expression, he looked down and nodded, "As my lady wishes."
Cassian once again felt powerless over his own life. It wasn't that he didn't want to go to Magisteria with Katherine; he just wished he could make the choice on his own rather than being forced. But he was just an orphaned servant, and Katherine wasn't asking for something as drastic as his life—something he might actually resist to gain some freedom. She was merely giving him orders to perform his duties.
Despite his frustration at being forced to go, he couldn't help but relish the feel of her supple, generous thighs beneath his hands. His arousal was intense, and he felt as if he might burst as he squeezed and massaged both of her thighs, one in each hand. Katherine's soft, sweet sounds escaped her lips as he used the techniques he'd learned to ease the tension in her muscles, causing them to relax into his grip.
"But when are we going to Magisteria, my lady?" he asked, sliding a bit closer to her as he continued to massage.
"I haven't decided yet, but in two or three months, to be exact," Katherine replied, seemingly unaware of the lewd intentions behind Cassian's touch.
Cassian couldn't let go of the sensation of Katherine's thighs in his hands; their fullness captivated him. For some reason, he couldn't help but want to see them, to gaze at the space between them, and even to touch it. Swallowing nervously, he hesitated before asking, "My lady, may I lift your skirt a bit? It's in the way."
Katherine glanced down, noticing his arms under her skirt but only his face above the table. She didn't mind and raised her skirt until her legs were bare up to her knees. To Cassian, this revealed even more of her, sparking his excitement. Katherine, meanwhile, didn't notice—or if she did, she didn't care—since it had been a long time since she felt her lower body so relaxed, almost melting away all her tension. The only discomfort left was in her hips and buttocks, which she was eager to relieve, though she hesitated to let Cassian touch them.
As Cassian continued to massage her, Katherine's resolve began to weaken. This was exactly why she wanted him to come with her to Magisteria—she couldn't afford to let such a talented masseur go. The discomfort in her lower body was almost torturous. Though it wasn't painful, she could never truly relax, which was its own kind of torment—a torture that led to sleepless nights and days filled with sluggishness.
Now, as that torturous feeling began to slip away, she didn't mind if Cassian touched or even glimpsed her more sensitive areas.
Cassian, sensing her leniency, took full advantage, admiring the sight of her milky white thighs. They were like a dessert, reminding him of the pudding he had recently enjoyed. He was certain they would jiggle like it too if he lightly slapped them, though he resisted the urge. Instead, he etched their shape into his mind. Her thighs, slightly muscular, were wide and flawless, adorned with a few moles here and there, making them even more alluring to him.
He tried to look further between her thighs, but the darkness kept the area hidden, leaving him frustrated as he really wanted to see it. Unable to ask directly, he slowly began to spread Katherine's thighs wider while continuing the massage. To avoid suspicion, he shifted his focus back to her legs and feet, working to open her legs wider without letting go of them.
As Cassian continued to spread Katherine's milky white thighs wider, the increasing warmth caused steam to rise from her skin. In the haze of this steam, he finally got a clearer view of a dark red fabric peeking through. It was her underwear—her panties. Though he had only heard about such garments and seen them when sorting the ladies' clothes after washing, this was his first real glimpse of them in use.
The sight was both surprising and provocative. The dark red panties stood out vividly against her pale skin, creating a striking contrast. The fabric clung snugly, outlining her form in a way that was undeniably lewd. The brief, stolen glance filled Cassian with a mix of excitement and frustration. He had never before seen such an intimate garment so clearly, and the sight intensified his arousal.
But all good things must come to an end. Suddenly, Katherine said, "Stop..."
Cassian looked up in surprise and fear, worried she had caught him trying to glimpse her private area. However, seeing her slightly rosy cheeks and an expression of embarrassment, it was clear she was reacting to something else. She continued, "That's enough for now. Come back tonight to continue."
As she covered her legs with her long skirt again, Cassian, still surprised by the abrupt end, looked confused. He stood up, trying to hide his arousal, and quickly bowed. "Then, I'll see you tonight, my lady." With that, he made his way out.
Katherine, with a flushed face, muttered to herself, "Why do I feel so hot today?" Her brow was sweaty, and although she knew the reason, she wasn't ready to admit it.
As Cassian left the room, Katherine's face remained flushed. She sat back in her chair, her mind racing. Trying to regain composure, she squeezed her thighs tightly together, attempting to control the sensations building between them. The pressure only heightened her awareness of her own body, amplifying the heat she felt.
She shifted uncomfortably, trying to focus on something else, but the lingering sensations made it difficult. Katherine's breathing quickened slightly, and she found herself subconsciously rubbing her thighs together, seeking relief.
"What's happening? Why is this happening?" she wondered aloud, her mind struggling to grasp the unfamiliar sensations coursing through her. This was a new experience for her, one she hadn't anticipated. It wasn't uncomfortable—in fact, she found herself wanting to explore these feelings further. However, the embarrassment of admitting it to herself was overwhelming.
Her body tingled in places she hadn't thought could feel such sensations.
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