Marquis' Express Butler

When I first saw the hideout, I was surprised. It is because it is not very different from the ordinary people. It was just a house of wood and dirt.

In front of them was a small flowerpot. A few spring blossoms hold out their heads.

“Eluna, are you sure this is the right way? Looks like a four-man family could use some fresh air. ”

The building was that small. And without a yard, there were no facilities to gather and train the members of the organization.

Moreover, it was a residential area. Security was relatively good and quiet, making it the worst place to work as a group.

If you train here with weapons, you'd be in good hands.

“The truth is inside. ”

“Inside?"

“The essence of a hideout is to deceive the eyes of others. ”

Essence? I knew you could use a fancy vocabulary to inherit the Elven bloodline. She's right. The essence is there.

I followed her inside.

It's the night of the sun. Eluna opens the lantern she brought with her and lights a candle around it.

It was a little brighter now, and the inside was clear.

There was no one inside. Household appliances and other furniture were well arranged. When someone sees it, they will see it as a normal home.

“You've done quite well. Whose idea was it?”

“Calmond saved the house, and I decorated it inside. ”

“As expected, it feels good. Where is everybody? And it didn't go to the ground. ”

“You've seen it right. ”

Eluna clears the carpet. Then I saw the handle on the floor.

I didn't know it was going to ground. So you have a hideout in the basement?

As Eluna pulls the lever and pulls the floor, the entrance opens wide with a hissing sound. Then I heard people's voices inside.

It looks like it's been specially soundproofed at the entrance. I had no idea.

“Go ahead. I'll be watching from above. If something happens, don't worry too much, we'll be forced to signal you inside. ”

“Yes. Good work. ”

As I climb down the ladder, the gate above is closed. Then I heard the sound of a wobbly cloth pulling. Looks like you put the rug back in its place.

“The commander is here! ”

One of the four early members recognized me and welcomed me. What was his name, Jerome? He curiously introduced me to his crew.

“Everybody up! He will lead us in the future. ”

“Oh!”

“He's the rumored Iron Man...? ”

The members of the group who were sitting at the table relaxing stood up.

Their reactions were different. There are eyes full of desire, and there are those who tilt their heads. I'm intrigued by their reactions.

“The commander's here? ”

At that moment, the door to the warehouse opens and Calmond reveals himself. With Simon by my side.

Khalmond greets you with a firm fist to the chest.

“Commander! I'm sorry I missed your ride. ”

“There's no need for a ride. Don't do that. I've been hiding a lot lately. ”

“You're here earlier than I expected. I thought it would take a few more days. ”

“I hear the noodles are complete. ”

Simon next to him grins and bows his head. The quality of the finished product looks pretty good. There's nothing you shouldn't hit with money.

I tapped Calmond on the shoulder with a look around me.

“You've gathered a lot of men. Good work.”

“I had enough money to raise it quickly. They're all pretty good. ”

“Really? How many are there? ”

“Twenty. ”

I nod and examine the members. Your feelings for me haven't accumulated much yet, so you'll want to take a slow look at the status window.

“Where's my room? ”

“This way.”

Calmond takes me to the room in the far corner. It's quite spacious in the basement. The room was wider than my mansion.

There were various tables, as well as quality beds. Calmond's attention is clear.

I smiled satisfactorily and took a seat at the table.

“But how did you manage to find shelter in the residential area? ”

“Eluna said it would be dark under the lamp. I think that's a good idea. I found the right place. There was a property. ”

“Very good. Very good. ”

The first button is fitting well. It was more important that Calmond and Eluna gathered their strength in the process than that of finding a good hiding place.

I thought you'd disrespect a woman, but luckily, Calmond and his men are following my orders.

If you actually saw Eluna shooting a bow, you wouldn't want to be rude.

“But why did you ask Elona to learn the bow? ”

“Why is that? ”

“Your skills are no joke. They're doing much better now than Hans taught them archery. No, it's not much. It's a whole different dimension. Almost a genius. I've never seen anyone so good at archery since I was born. ”

It's going to be hard to see. I was born of an Elven bloodline when I saw him.

Time flies, training builds up, and the Bow Mastery takes multiple shots at the S-rank. Oh, you think you can do that now? I'll have to ask him later.

“So I naturally wondered that. I wonder why the commander asked me to teach archery. ”

“I just know it when I see it. I don't know what he's good at. ”

“You're amazing. So what do you think I'm good at? ”

“You?”

It's Calmond's status window. I've seen it before. So I remember his specialty well.

“You seem talented at running away and picking locks. Surprise attacks are better than most. Right?"

“Huh, that's amazing. ”

“What are you playing at? You're fighting. I've seen you fight a few times. ”

Calmond looks at me with a curious eye. Don't be surprised. I'll tell you again when I see the part covered with question marks.

“What about cotton balls, by the way? I almost got examined on the way here, but I was lucky to avoid it. I have to use it quickly.”

“I'll be ready right away. ”

Calmond gives Simon a glance, and leaves the room, claiming he knows. There's only two of us left in the room. Calmond stares at me and says,

“Clearly, the iron mask makes you stand out. ”

“Good thing it's night. I don't even feel at ease during the day. ”

If you wander around at night wearing an iron mask and meet a patrol, you will be immediately dragged.

Of course, I have the weapon of the spleen.

The necklace Sapiella gave me. It bears the mark of a family. If you say you're on a secret mission, you won't be able to sneak up on me.

But the best part is it doesn't take. If I'm exposed to other people by security, it won't be easy to run the organization.

Goodbye to that concern now. I'm the one with the noodles!

“Why, are you still curious about my face? ”

“That...... would be a lie if you weren't curious. I'm curious not just about myself, but about other members of the organization. So is Elune.”

“You'll know when the time comes, so don't be too hard on yourself. I'm doing this because I have an idea. ”

“I understand.”

“I hope I don't have to bring this up again, if possible. ”

I nailed it tight. Calmond bows his head and expresses his submission. Now that I see him, I feel like he's finally my own man.

Then the door opens and Simon comes inside. A very thin cotton noodle was placed on the tray. Thin but opaque, it doesn't give me any relief.

It was as light as a feather there. I don't know if it will stick well on my face, but I didn't think it would be burdensome at all.

“Th-that's amazing! ”

I looked around at the cotton, and Simon put a scar on one side of his cheek as I asked. I think I can look a little stronger.

“Can I just use this? ”

“Of course. It will stick to your face. You can rest assured that you will never fall apart unless you use a special method. ”

“Okay, everybody out. ”

After people left the room, I stood in front of the mirror and took off my iron mask. Then he put a cotton ball made by Simon on his face.

Good boy! Good boy!

Cotton noodles stuck to my skin with a smooth sound that seemed to hit my skin. I opened my eyes and looked in the mirror.

The unpleasantness cleared up and I smiled.

“Fantastic.”

The cotton ball stuck to my face so much that I didn't think I was wearing it. Like Simon said, you don't seem to notice that no matter how much you like it, you're writing something.

I pinched and pulled the ball. Slow and steady at first. However, the noodles never fell off, just like the real skin. Rather, my body ached.

The scar on his cheek also fits well.

“This scar is the ultimate weapon. ”

Overall, he was handsome, but with a long scar, he seemed to be a complicated man. I was very satisfied.

I am a tricky engineer, but I am willing to give 100 out of 100 points.

I summoned Calmond and Simon inside.

“Give Simon the rest of the money. One more gold coin on top. ”

“I understand.”

Calmond gives Simon a bag of gold coins. Simon smiles as he peeks at the contents.

I asked you a few questions. Cotton wool is a kind of product, so after-sales service may be required. I wanted to know how long it would last.

“You only need to check your face once every five years. In fact, it's enchanted, so it's semi-permanent. And when you take it off, you can use it in water. ”

Simon brings out a small jar of glass. I took it and put it in my pocket.

“Looks like my work here is done. I hope you will continue to love me very much. ”

“Don't go around gossiping about me just because you're old. You know?”

“Are there any? ”

I didn't worry much about it. I looked into it, and Simon was a very good customer care person this way. Even if you know my face, you won't be able to confiscate my identity without a camera.

As Simon retreats, Calmond stares at me.

“Why?”

“Aren't you going to use iron masks anymore? ”

“I'll use it if I have to, but I won't be working for a while. ”

“Then I suggest you change your nickname to Iron Man. ”

I thought of the bear.

I wanted to use the name Tony, but I feel like I'm stealing too much. Of course, there's nothing I can do to get into this world.

That's when I had a good idea. I twisted my legs and said,

“Soo-hyun. Call me Soo-hyun from now on. ”

“What a strange name. Aye, aye, Captain. That's what I'll tell my men. ”

It's a little ironic, but I can finally reveal my real name to the world.