Lovia returned to her tiny shack feeling satisfied.
Although she had said before she would buy new fabric to make clothes, she knew in her heart that this was just a beautiful fantasy for now.
With her Humanoid Melusina body and characteristics, if she went to a tailor for custom-made clothes before, she would have been exposed immediately; she didn't dare go. Now, although she wasn't afraid of exposure, she felt it might easily scare people or lead her to be mistaken for an adeptus, so she decided against it.
Therefore, she still frequently wore the same clothes she had when she first arrived in this world; fortunately, they were still quite neat and durable.
She had some modified casual clothes, but they couldn't be called good-looking; she had simply cut holes for her tail and wings to poke through, and they looked hideously ugly.
"Forget it, I'll think about new clothes later; I'll return to Fontaine sooner or later." Lovia sighed, carefully closed the door, and took off that iconic oversized Hooded cloak, letting her somewhat stifled body breathe.
Her antennae also seemed to regain their freedom, twitching gently a few times.
Only then did she remember the envelope the clever child had brought back, which was said to have been specifically entrusted by the Bookstore Owner to be delivered.
"Right, there's also a letter, said to be for me!" Lovia walked to the simple small table and curiously picked up the letter that looked quite formal.
The envelope was made of common paper, with "For the personal opening of Mr. Lovia" written on it in upright brush calligraphy.
"What could it be? A settlement statement for the manuscript fees?" While guessing, Lovia carefully broke the wax seal and took out the letter inside.
The handwriting on the stationery was consistent with that on the envelope, neat and clear; it was indeed the hand of the Sanyu Bookstore Owner.
However, the content of the letter caused the relaxed smile on Lovia's face to freeze instantly, replaced by a trace of shock and a faint sense of unease.
[To the esteemed Mr. Lovia:]
Greetings.
First of all, many thanks to you, sir, for once again choosing our humble Bookshop as the place to publish your great work. Your literary talent is extraordinary, and your concepts are ingenious; every time I read them, I am filled with admiration. I, the shopkeeper, am also a loyal fan of yours, always finding joy in being the first to read your works.
You act with a low profile, like a divine dragon whose head is seen but not its tail; I deeply admire this and do not dare to disturb you too much. I take the liberty of writing this letter; if I have been abrupt, I hope for your understanding.
Your writing is exquisite and your concepts are ingenious; your great works are truly masterful, and everyone in the Bookshop admires them greatly. You are an indispensable treasure to our Bookshop, and it is truly a blessing to continue cooperating with you.
However, the Bookshop has been quite unsettled lately. A guest has been lingering in the shop for a long time, and all the questions asked revolve around you, sir. This guest has an extraordinary bearing and a sharp gaze, not appearing to be an ordinary book merchant or reader; I fear they are no ordinary person.
Although I have kept my promise and haven't revealed a single word about you, and have also used industry regulations as a reason to firmly refuse their request to view the manuscripts, they do not seem to have given up.
I know well that you are indifferent to fame and do not wish to be involved in disturbances. Therefore, I have written this letter to take the liberty of reminding you to be more cautious in the coming days.
The exchange of manuscripts may need to be more secretive. If possible, it might be a stable strategy to temporarily stop writing for a while to avoid the spotlight. Of course, everything depends on your own decision. If there is any place where you need this old man to cooperate and mediate, please do not hesitate to command.
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