episode_0028

Why is this awkwardness suddenly creeping in late? Perhaps it’s because all the effects of the weak honey have worn off, and I’m back to my senses.

“Um… let’s just forget about what just happened. Hehe…”

Neru pats my head while reminiscing. Doruga, still blushing, carries his staff on my back.

Inside the bulky bundle of leaves in his arms, there were plenty of bottles filled with Arlaune’s honey. This should be enough to complete the quest.

“Um… Sir Shirang?”

In response to Doruga leaning in and looking puzzled, I replied, “Yes? What is it this time?”

Why so many questions? Even though I changed my clothes earlier, my wet body was still on display.

Moreover, the sweet smell of honey wafting in when I breathe in feels quite… oddly different. It’s like my scent has changed to something sweeter.

“What are we going to do with the fruits Arlaune gave us?”

“Well… what should we do?”

In the game, eating Arlaune’s fruit increases the strength stat by 1. But in reality, the event of gaining strength is so widespread that it’s not really necessary…

And feeding someone a fruit made from my sperm is a bit… unsettling. It’s like feeding them my offspring!

“Where should we plant it?”

If I plant this, will a demon like Arlaune be born? But Neru and Doruga’s reactions are quite absurd.

“Do we really need to plant it?”

“Um… is it necessary to eat it? Wouldn’t it be better to just eat it?”

Although they seem puzzled, a hint of jealousy is evident. Are they trying to control Arlaune, who is not even fully grown yet?

It’s really crazy in a different sense.

“Eating this is unnecessary. Let’s try planting it first. Okay?”

“Well… it’s not that we can’t, but…”

“To be honest, raising it seems a bit pointless, but if Shirang wants it, then we have no choice!”

Neru shrugs as if it’s nothing, confidently declaring. I don’t understand what he’s thinking.

I really want to give him a slap on the back of his head. He’s the most pathetic one among them.

Although I grumble inwardly, I don’t show it outwardly. He probably thinks he’s incredibly strong, but in reality, he’s just a loser. If he realizes that, who knows what might happen.

Even though he’s the protagonist of the original work, being by his side means he’s getting corrected. The recent incident with that girl was probably also due to her correction, otherwise, she might have just been killed.

Of course, I wouldn’t have killed her, but in the original work, demons weren’t really used to killing. Instead, they would humiliate, intoxicate, or rob them.

The problem is that Doruga set fire all around. If there wasn’t any correction, Neru would have surely died long ago. No one would leave a crazy friend who sets their house on fire.

If that had happened, Doruga would have burned this dungeon to the ground.

Perhaps it’s because of the area I oversee, but he seems to be losing his taste little by little.

He used to be gentle not too long ago, but it’s unimaginable for a sane person to suggest burning the dungeon down with Neru so casually.

Phew… really… If Nelu wasn’t captured and in good shape, she would have wreaked havoc until the last remaining line. It’s just my luck that the area I oversee brings prosperity as a disaster.

I wondered how to teach this, my head was throbbing involuntarily.

First, let’s report to the office. I need to get compensated.

By the way, in this game’s original work, you can only receive rewards all at once after reporting. If you report what you just got, you can receive it all at once.

It’s a bit inconvenient, but it makes my heart flutter in its own way.

Haha, how much can I receive…

As I chuckled to myself, I faintly heard two voices from behind.

“Did I eat too much that I lost my mind?”

“I don’t know. But she’s a god… it should be fine, right?”

Those guys seem to know that I’ve received quite a mental shock.

The guy in the blatant purple outfit with exposed armpits was still there. If there’s a problem, today, other people’s gazes seemed stickier than usual.

They wanted to take a break, so I came to the office alone. Maybe that’s why the gazes of the women around me felt stickier.

Probably… it’s because of the more revealing outfit than before.

Due to not properly drying my body, the thin fabric stuck to my stomach. The slightly visible abs and belly button. The body was moist with sweat, so I had to dry my hair to the side.

After barely drying my bangs, I noticed the guys staring at me more intensely than before.

If a girl I’ve never seen before is enchanted by me and shows a heart, it’s not really unpleasant… but, it’s a bit awkward, you know.

“Um… excuse me…”

“I don’t accept religious offers. And I have no intention of joining another party. I already have other comrades.”

“Oh, okay…”

The unfamiliar woman looked crestfallen and left. She probably wasn’t trying to invite me to her party.

Really… what a weird situation.

With my tail wagging and a bundle tied to it, I placed it on the counter in the office.

“Here. It’s Araune’s honey. This should be enough, right?”

She looked puzzled at me with a frown, then opened the bundle. Eventually, she looked surprised, widened her eyes, and nodded slowly.

“Yes, yes… this is enough, no, it’s more than I thought.”

Ding-

Quest complete!

Received 5000 experience points!

Received 500 gold!

Level up!

Acquired passive skill: Whisper of the Fox!

Whisper of the Fox? What’s this now?

As I tilted my head in confusion, the elf in front of me thought I was looking at her.

“Ah… um…”

Blushing and not knowing what to do, she looked cuter than expected…

Then, I saw her flinch.

Her fluffy tail swayed in front of me, looking quite fascinating.

“Do you want to touch it?”

A gentle voice whispered in my ear. It turned out to be my own voice.

It was a low, soothing voice just a moment ago, but suddenly… was it because of this passive ability?

“Um… th-that…”

And on top of that, this guy’s eyes are clearly showing hearts. Hmm…

“It’s okay to touch it.”

Quietly leaning in close, she whispered softly, “Ah… I like how fluffy it is.”

Why is she being so awkward about it? Just say you want to touch it from the beginning, what’s with all the hesitation…

“It’s warm, and there’s a sweet scent to it, sniff sniff- sniff sniff-”

Okay, that’s a bit too much.

As she continued to bury her head in my tail and started breathing heavily, I lifted my head slightly and noticed her hazy eyes staring back at me.

Wait… could it be…

Ding-

———-

Achievement: Successfully seduced by a mischievous tail!

Achievement: Achieved unintended seduction!

Experience gained: 200!

———-

The heart floating above her head grew even more pronounced. Curious, I sniffed my tail and caught a whiff of a honeyed scent.

Seems like this little one might be in heat.

I can’t just leave her alone like this. It’s probably because of me that she’s acting like this.

I guess it’s okay to play for a bit.

“Um… hey, sister? It’s almost lunchtime, want to go out together?”

“Uh…?”

“No, I just… we haven’t known each other for long, but I wanted to have a meal together. Would you like to join me, sister?”

With a sudden ‘thump’, her cheeks turned bright red. A subtle exhale of breath could be heard.

“S-s-sister, asking me to have a meal together. Is this, um… a c-confession?”

“A confession? No, it’s not really like that.”

“Oh… that’s fine then!”

What is this girl thinking? Honestly, I just want to get this over with quickly.

The intense gazes around us were too much. The blatant jealousy in their eyes felt almost sinister.

They seem to be incredibly jealous of me hanging out with this elf. Well, why don’t you guys join us if you’re so jealous? If you have a problem, then talk to me directly!

I’m filled with a confidence I never had before. Honestly, even I find myself intimidating.