episode_0016

[I never thought I would feel such emotions in my life. I guess I am ultimately human after all. It’s astonishing that I can feel so happy over just a mere style. Being left alone in the darkness with only my mind, does it really make people this fragile?]

Upon realizing she could hear my voice, Mir Ryuin expressed an unexpected joy towards me. She seemed like a completely different person from the one who had forcibly coerced my consent after kidnapping me right after graduation from the training camp, threatening that refusal to participate in the experiments might severely impact my future life as an Awakener, and then subjecting me to all sorts of inhumane experiments.

Once I discovered that an item capable of displaying the status window must not contain mana, I discarded it like a used tissue on the street. While being abandoned on the street did come with a reward of about five times my current monthly salary, it was hardly compensation at all.

I endured horrific experiments, such as being subjected to electric shocks in hopes of activating the status window, or being thrown into a gate that was absolutely unbeatable for someone like me, a low-grade F-rank. I did whatever experiments they wanted, to the point where my life hung in the balance.

Of course, if I were to lose my life during an experiment, it would cause significant problems. So, once the experiments concluded, a skilled healing ability user was called in to treat any lingering effects, and I was given several potions to consume, which could also aid in the experiments. But who would appreciate having diseases inflicted upon them and then being given medicine? It was beyond infuriating.

The trauma caused by Mir Ryuin was the most significant reason behind my desperate desire to become stronger, even to the extent of accruing debt to purchase various elixirs.

If I could become strong enough to protect myself, I wouldn’t have to endure being treated like a mere human and subjected to experiments anymore.

I meticulously emptied the reward I received from Mir Ryuin, took on an unbearable amount of debt, and consumed numerous elixirs, yet my status window remained at the lowest level.

All that was left to me was debt, and I hadn’t gained any strength to overcome the trauma. However, now, four years after those dreadful days of experimentation, I no longer needed such strength.

[So, Stay, since there’s no mana in my current body, can I see my status window? If so, isn’t it written there? The reason I became like this.]

Because Mir Ryuin in front of me, who is much weaker than I, still remains an F-grade weakling awakened being.

[Could you look into it once? The reason I became like this. Your status window should surely be able to reveal it.]

Meeting Mir Ryuin before entering the sickroom had been extremely tense, but seeing her now, unable to lift a finger and seeking help from me, rather than feeling tense, I began to feel indignant.

From now on, whether I manipulate Mir Ryuin or not, it’s entirely up to me, and she has only one choice, to be completely at my mercy.

It’s a complete reversal of roles from before. Honestly, even if she’s hailed as a hero who saved the world, there was still something left piled up in Mir Ryuin, and by the time the treatment ends, it seemed like I could relieve all these piled-up emotions.

Seeing her being completely controlled by my touch, spewing out unexpected cries like Mei Luina and Dain Adamas, makes me really look forward to it.

While imagining freely manipulating Mir Ryuin, I opened my mouth to build up the beginning of her treatment.

“I actually know the cause. I came here in the first place to treat Mir Ryuin’s condition.”

[You know? Does that mean you met Mei Luina and Dain Adamas before me?]

“Yes, I met the two of them first and started the treatment. I also confirmed that my treatment was effective.”

[Hmm, that’s good news. Knowing an effective treatment method can reduce futile attempts and time wastage.]

As expected, when Mir Ryuin heard that the two had met first and had started treatment, she responded positively. Time was the most precious resource to her, and therefore, wasting time was what she disliked the most.

In fact, Mir Ryuin was the most reluctant and arrived last, but somehow ended up with a good result.

“Alright, if there’s a treatment that has shown results for Mei Luina and Dain Adamas, it should work for me too. Let’s give it a try.”

Before I could even ask, Mir Ryuin gave permission to start the treatment. She really abhorred wasting time. I knew this would happen if someone knew the treatment and had already seen its effects. It was exhilarating to see someone much smarter than me moving as I anticipated, and I diligently built up the situation.

“However, this treatment is not the usual kind that people are aware of. You see, Mir Ryuin, you are under a very specific curse. Therefore, the treatment method is also quite unique. Are you sure it will be alright?”

Despite having received permission, Mir Ryuin seemed a bit annoyed by my question.

“I told you to do it. So just do it. Anyway, it’s a treatment you can handle, and Mei Luina and Dain Adamas have received the treatment and seen results. So, the treatment isn’t that special. Don’t waste time fussing about it, just get on with it.”

I didn’t expect her to respond exactly as I predicted. Pursuing extreme efficiency and considering wasting time taboo made it all too easy to anticipate. Watching Mir Ryuin playing in the palm of my hand, the thrill made the corners of my mouth involuntarily rise.

After all, in her current state, she wouldn’t even see me openly smiling suspiciously. I can smile as much as I want. This feels really good.

Objectively or subjectively, it was undeniably sinister and malicious, but honestly, I blamed Mir Ryuin for my current state.

Who treats people like playthings? You’re the one who made me this way, Mir Ryuin.

I’ve even inwardly blamed others for my own excitement, so now it’s time to start.

I’ve built up the anticipation, received a successful affirmative response to do whatever I want, so I can fully concentrate on the treatment.

Placing my fingers on her forehead, I silently hoped for the beginning of the treatment as the curse mark began to manifest on Mir Ryuin’s body.

“I understand. Then, I will begin the treatment.”

[User’s request acknowledged. The curse mark is appearing on the target’s body.]

Simultaneously, the awaited notification indicated the emergence of the curse mark on Mir Ryuin’s body.

[Finally getting to it. So, a special treatment according to your standards. I’ll allow myself some expectation.]

“Yes, I’ll explain how the treatment will be carried out. A pink mark has appeared on Mir Ryuin’s body. By stimulating that area and infusing my energy, the curse will gradually dissipate.”

[It’s not particularly special after all. Suddenly, my expectations plummeted…]

Before I could finish my explanation, seeing Mir Ryuin alone in her anticipation and subsequent disappointment, I internally chuckled, interrupted her, and continued explaining.

“By the way, when infusing energy, if Mir Ryuin becomes sexually aroused, the effect of dispelling the curse will significantly increase. So, I will do my best to make you feel, and you should do your best to feel my touch.”

“W-what? Wait, what did you just say?”

For the first time, Mir Ryuin’s composure wavered at the core of the treatment method. Her stuttering was too amusing, making it difficult to stifle my laughter. However, laughing now might lead to suspicion of mocking herself. Therefore, I desperately suppressed my laughter and continued with a serious tone.

“Since I can’t lift the curse on Mir Ryuin alone, I’m asking for your cooperation. By the way, while treating Meiruina and Dain Adamas, I confirmed that the curse removal value skyrockets when they reach their climax. You must passionately assist me.”

“[Asking for help is just a feeling. Should I say it’s okay if it’s not? And not hold back your touch?]”

“That’s right. Mir Ryuin, you truly are the master of magic.”

“What kind of treatment is that? Are you saying that Meiruina and Dain Adamas agreed to such treatment and even reached their climax by receiving it themselves?”

It seemed difficult for her to believe me. But if she finds it hard to believe, what can I do? I’m only speaking the truth. Even after receiving a casual consent to do anything, I confidently responded to Mir Ryuin’s skeptical voice without yielding at all.

“Yes, that’s right. Then, in order to confirm the necessary marks for the treatment, I will need to remove some clothing. Please bear with it as it’s for the treatment.”

“I-I’m not embarrassed… It’s just for the experiment. No researcher would be embarrassed to show nudity to a mere rat for an experiment.”

“I see. That’s a relief.”

Even in this situation, Mir Ryuin, who was strong-willed, said that she wasn’t embarrassed to show her naked body to me. Frankly, hearing such words in this situation didn’t sit well with me.

“Phew, everything’s off. It feels different now that I’ve tried this.”

Mir Ryuin was someone who would ravish me while being naked herself.

“Ugh…”

I gazed at the exposed body of Mir Ryuin without any hesitation. Her body, which seemed more appetizing than any sumptuous feast, looked like it was made to entice men, not fitting of the title “master of magic.” Her voluptuous bosom, slender waist, soft and smooth body devoid of any muscle, yet firm and plump in all the right places, all seemed contrived.

“Well, where should we start?”