episode_0140

139.

Time is something that feels endlessly long when it’s dragging on, and endlessly short when you’re spending it.

Before I knew it, time had flowed and flowed, and the day of my appointment with Julia was right before my eyes.

It was a busy day, if you could call it that, but it was a series of peaceful days. I prepared things and things to make sure we could spend the coming cold season warmly.

This is a remote area, and the living environment is on a completely different level than I expected; procuring supplies is a job in itself. It’s fortunate that I can greatly reduce travel time, but securing suppliers is the problem. Goods sold in the village come from outside, so I had to wait to make any deals.

And the problem is money. The funds are short because they don’t want to buy much of the Shengshu, my main source of income. Of course, it’s also because the unit price is high.

Even so, preparations were steadily underway. Given this weather, I can only dread how cold the coming winter will be.

The preparations themselves are not that big of a deal. Things like warm bedding and clothes, and stocking up on preserved foods, plus a few other items.

Most of the time was spent on trades, so in reality, they were extremely leisurely and peaceful days.

Except for one person.

Erina was several times busier than anyone else during this period.

“Hmph… Mmm…♡ Y-you’ve worked hard…♡”

“Haah, haah… Haahhaah…♡”

“Then… I’ll be going.”

My legs are starting to tremble. I don’t know how many people I’ve taken care of today; the aching hasn’t subsided.

Because of the sudden halt, Erina had to take on all the aftercare. The promise to reward those who contributed had become a vague promise in the past, and it became necessary to take care of it as compensation.

It was hard to divide them based on their contributions, as they all worked hard; giving everyone the same reward turned out to be a mistake.

This is far more strenuous than countless times I have taken elf’s in Chinahara. These women have become quite accustomed to those thick futanari cocks and now pursue their pleasures, thus demanding lots of my time.

Furthermore, it’s not enough that merely their cocks are shaken; those modified futanari keep wanting to explore my holes, so I couldn’t help but accommodate them. After all, that was the agreement.

I just finished servicing someone, and I can feel the warmth gathering inside.

Compared to my own, it’s hopelessly rudimentary, but being penetrated is a really strange feeling.

‘Fuu… Today, two more… Thankfully, I only have to do the penetrating.’

Even for Erina, having sex almost all day was taxing. However, my cock was still standing stiffly without any problems.

The liquid I drank during the Goddess’s trial still seems to be effective.

Just as I was about to return to my room on the third floor to rest, Levi called out to me. Her belly was quite swollen.

It wasn’t just her; other people’s bellies were also noticeably growing.

It seemed like it was enough that I even thought about creating a nursery. Pregnancy through accelerated growth seemed to be progressing fast. I briefly thought I was devaluing life, but because it’s something the Goddess allowed, it would probably be fine.

“Ah, Erina. I hear the punishments are ready. Want to go?”

“Punishments? Did I prepare something like that…?”

I can’t remember whether I’ve overused my body to the point where I can’t recall or whether I really don’t know. My mind is quite scattered.

“Don’t remember? The succubus.”

“Aaah!!!! I completely forgot!”

“You’re unbelievable! Anyway go to the basement.”

“Basement…? When did you even dig that?? Without making a sound…?”

I suddenly remembered something that was captured when we captured the heretic judge of the Freed Church. It was urgent, but with the overlapping matters, I ended up forgetting about it.

Right now, the existence of the basement is more bothersome. Because the Goddess is behind it, I’m no longer scared of demons.

“There was quite a bit of noise. Did you not hear it because you were giving out rewards? Aries said you gave your approval.”

“Oh my. Hmm hmm. I think I did… or maybe not? I wouldn’t really reprimand even if you did to it your own way.”

I never gave permission.

“Well, anyway go down there. The basement entrance is outside the church. As you know, I did the plumbing work myself down there.”

“Yes. Indeed… I did it rashly. Huhu. Anyway, thank you, Levi-ssi.”

I desperately want to quit and rest, but I have to do what I have to do. I let out a light sigh, trying not to let Levi notice, and went down the stairs. My waist is shaky and the inside of my body is aching badly, but I have to go.

“This is a big deal….”

“A big… deal? Oh, I’m sorry.”

Hanna, who responded to my mumbling, is usually timid, but her personality had become even more withdrawn. That’s what happened after she had her body controlled by a succubus once. While it wasn’t a big deal for me, apparently, she was very concerned.

“Hanna-ssi. It’s nothing to be sorry about. The punishment you requested is over, so please rest at ease.”

“B-but……”

She bowed her head deeply. I think only time will solve the problem.

‘Time… No. I can’t leave precious Hanna-ssi feeling this depressed. I need to find a solution.’

“Hanna-ssi, want to come with me?”

“Y-yes, yes?? Where…?!”

Erina cautiously approached and took her hand. The touch was surprisingly rough.

“To the basement.”

“…….”

Hanna knew better than I what the basement meant; she was one of the people who helped with the construction while I was busy. It was also because she agreed to serve Aries and Levi as part of her punishment, and she continued to help even after the period ended because she wanted to.

She naturally also knew the purpose of the basement, and that’s why she thought she should help with the construction even more.

“It’s okay. I’m here. Don’t worry.”

“…Yes, I trust Erina-nim, but……”

“Don’t use honorifics with me♡ We don’t need that kind of distance between us, do we? Weren’t we going to drop that?”

I cling to her so tightly I can feel her body heat.

“Well, I always use polite language, so I can’t really… speak casually? But please feel free to be informal with me.”

“W-well, I have to speak politely to my elders……”

“……I’m still young.”

“Aaah!! That’s not what I meant!!”

Seeing her flustered expression, Erina laughed.

“It was a joke. If you’re more comfortable that way, then do so. However you lived in your world, feel free to be yourself here. Within reason, of course.”

“…….”

Hanna gently nodded. It’s hard to tell if the expression is affirmation or denial.

“Ah, that’s right. You’ll have to go back someday…… Yes.”

I don’t know what way it happened, but she undoubtedly came as guided by the goddess. That meant she might have to return to her world after everything is over.

“Speaking of, Hanna-ssi’s story… I only heard a little when we first met, but I haven’t heard the rest.”

“It’s not a fun story,? Aries and Levi insist on hearing it, though…”

“I should join in too♡ Of course, after this. And if Hanna-ssi’s world isn’t that interesting, it’s important that this world’s story is interesting, right?”

“…….”

Erina gave a kind smile to Hanna’s slightly brighter face than before. Erina was also exhausted, but this was the true role of a nun.

The two held hands tightly and headed for the basement.

“We’re almost there. And it’s cleaner than I thought. You could easily miss it.”

“The orc people worked really hard. ……? Aries said she got permission, but… I don’t know about that…”

“Huhu. It’s a secret♡”

“…….”

Hanna hesitated. Anyone could see she’s guilty of hiding something.

“Well, I don’t know how you view me, but I’m not going to get angry over that? If you keep doing that, I will get angry.”

Erina is truly troubled. The church is where I should never have to get angry, so having someone look at me like that is unpleasant. Aries might be better in that regard.

‘…No, Aries-ssi has her own difficulties. If I’d told her, she might not have refused. Kira-ssi must have influenced her….’

Aries makes a lot of troublesome situations, but she’s principled. Considering her personality and the influence behind her, I don’t need the answer to know who she is.

“Ah, you’re here?”

“It’s Kira-ssi, as expected.”

“What do you mean, ‘as expected’? …Fine, I messed up.”

As we entered the damp basement, Kira greeted us.

“I need to have a talk with you before dinner?”

“Ugh.”

I ignored Kira’s obvious embarrassment. I don’t intend to scold her; I just want to have a conversation and find out exactly what this basement is.

“By the way. How did you confine that succubus here? It’s like you’ve sealed her magic as well….”

“I don’t know? Didn’t you deal with it? I didn’t sense any danger from her when she was being brought here.”

“I was too busy thinking about my own pleasures♡ Anyway I know. Don’t forget our conversation, let’s go Hanna-ssi.”

“Ah, I know.”

It seems to be still under construction; it’s quite messy compared to the entrance. It doesn’t look like it’s about to collapse, but it needs repairs.

Erina took a deep breath and opened the door with Hanna.