This Time, I Am A Mob's Potions Teacher Who Has Become Engaged To The Mastermind Of The Otome Game - 8

As we continued walking, the sweet scent grew stronger, making me feel a little dizzy.

“We’re here.”

With a wave of Treant’s hand, the wind stirred and the mist cleared.

All around us bloomed small, delicate flowers. They were Moryu flowers.

I tried pulling one up, and a round, black root emerged.

“I’m glad we found them.”

I placed a few Moryu flowers into the handmade mini bag I wore around my neck.

I wanted to show these rare plants to the students, but doing so might expose Roaek-sensei to the royal faction.

It’s a shame, but considering the circumstances, it can’t be helped.

“Treant, thank you for guiding me. I hate to leave, but I should head back now.”

“Hmm, considering the potion’s effects, you’d best hurry.”

“Also… I have one favor to ask.”

“I refuse.”

“I haven’t even said what it is yet?!”

“Human requests are never worth the trouble.”

He gave me a disdainful look.

For someone like Treant to fall in love with a human like Roaec-sensei—just what happened between them?

“I want you to lift the curse on Roaek-sensei.”

“Me?”

“It would be safer that way.”

“What do you mean?”

“She’s afflicted with an ancient curse, which means the caster is cautious. They’re probably watching her to make sure the curse hasn’t been lifted. If they notice any change, who knows what they’ll do. So instead of us humans acting, you, as a spirit, should do it—it’s less likely to be noticed.”

“Hmph. I suppose having a reason to see Edith’s face again wouldn’t be so bad.”

Wanting an excuse to see her—he might actually be kind of a softie. I felt a bit more fondness for Treant.

Of course, I wouldn’t say that to his face. He’d definitely get mad.

“We’re counting on you.”

“Very well, I’ll go.”

“Yes!” I pumped my paw in a victory gesture, but then—

“Something’s coming!” shouted Jill, fur bristling.

My heart pounded.

Looking around nervously, I saw a large shadow.

A roar followed, and when I turned around, a huge boar-like creature stood there.

Its body was pitch black, its eyes glowing red—it was a monster.

And I recognized it.

“That’s a cursed beast… not from this kingdom.”

I thought as much, hearing Treant’s words.

This monster had been summoned by a spy from the hostile Kingdom of Sheer, and released into Nox Kingdom.

The Sheer prince, Olson, hadn’t even met Sarah yet, and already the monster had been summoned—clearly ahead of schedule.

Maybe the story’s been thrown off because Noel hasn’t fallen into darkness yet.

“You’ve got this, Leticia!”

“Wait, I have to fight it?!”

No matter how much encouragement I get, a cat versus a giant boar—there’s no contest.

Still, in this situation, I had no choice.

“Freeze, Glacies!”

Of course, I wasn’t expecting a cat punch to work, so I used magic.

But my spell was like a light breeze to the monster—completely ineffective.

At times like this, I really wish I had some cheat ability.

Dear gods, why’d you reincarnate me as a mere background character?!

“Ugh…”

“H-Hey! Kid, what’s wrong?!”

Suddenly, my stomach started burning.

The transformation potion must be wearing off—I was starting to turn back.

“We’ll have to retreat before you fully return. What a hassle.”

Treant stepped forward to shield me.

I thought I heard him click his tongue, but I won’t complain—he’s helping.

“This useless brat is my responsibility. I won’t let her be a burden.”

Jill stepped forward and quickly transformed.

His body grew larger and wings sprouted—he looked like a winged black panther.

“My master gave permission. I’ll finish this fast.”

What followed was over in a flash—Treant used tree roots to bind the monster, and Jill incinerated it with flames.

Watching the monster turn to ash, I remembered the endgame of the original story.

Noel, consumed by darkness, sends his minions to attack Oria Magic Academy. One of them tries to burn the school down with black flames—it looked just like Jill.

“Jill, you’re really strong.”

“Of course! I used to challenge and defeat powerful fae all over!”

“And then got thrashed by the dryad of this forest, right?”

“Ugh…”

“So that’s why you don’t like hearing about Ura-Finis.”

“Shut up!”

His big ears pinned back in irritation—it was such a cat-like gesture that it wasn’t intimidating at all.

I laughed, but then the heat surged through my body. The transformation spell was fading fast.

“No time—we’ve got to hurry.”

I ran as fast as I could, but thanks to my usual lack of exercise, my legs wouldn’t cooperate.

“You sluggish fool!”

“That’s mean—but thanks!”

Treant picked me up and carried me out of Ura-Finis.