It's been only four days...how are we almost at 100? (Fav/Foll combined)
[Prologue: Marking Territory]
Marking Territory? Wonder what it meant by that.
My vision began to shift. I began to flutter my eyes as I began to see my surroundings. Now, when one wakes up, they expect to find themselves in a bed in a room, or sleeping under a tree or somewhere else with no danger around.
Me? The first thing I saw was a long brown object heading toward my face. In a panic, I jump out of the way, rolling through the ground before standing up in a position to fight bare hands.
"Hmph! At last you pay attention, Cross?" A feminine voice spoke. I focus my eyes on my attacker, and I must say, I'm quite smitten by the view.
In front of me was a beautiful girl, with blonde yellow long hair with twin braid tails on the side, blue eyes like the sky, and pale peach skin. She was wearing bikini armor, consisting of a huge metal breastplate, a long metallic white-golden skirt that reaches her feet and exposes her protected region and thick legs, the usual metallic shoulder pads, gloves and boots, and a golden armor tiara on her head. In her hand was a fake sword, and she was glaring at me with full force.
Also, remember that I said huge metal breastplate? That's because she has a BIG pair of breasts! Damn, she must be G-Cup!
('Ogling her sinful body later. Focus!') I internally smack myself as I narrow my eyes. "Sorry, got my mind somewhere else for a moment. You were saying?"
"Not even paying attention. Seems I need to discipline you!" She shouted before running at me with her hand on her sword.
Looking quickly at myself, I notice no armor on my body and a pair of metal arm bracelets in each arm. So I'm almost defenseless in pain…
Nothing new.
Just as she got close, I placed my hand on my right side, blocking the wooden weapon heading to my rib. While the hit hurt my hand, I used my force and my swiftness to quickly move behind her and push her away. She yelped in surprise at my action before recovering her balance. I didn't know what she wanted to do, but considering the fact that she was trying to attack, either this was training or she had a grudge…
('Observe.') I summon my OP powers in action.
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Name: Farasha Awar Crusch
Level: 18
Title: Platinum Knight of Crusch
Class: Knight/Swordswoman
Status: Healthy, Angry
Thoughts about you: Annoyed, Mad, Respect
The first daughter of the House of Crush, Farasha found her calling in being a powerful warrior with the sword. Being praised by the likes of Claudia Levantine and Alicia Arcturus, she dedicated herself to being a splendid knight to protect her home, her family, and her people and honor both her grandmother and father. Her mother supports her choice, feeling safe that she will become a strong woman.
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('Hmmm…So her name is Farasha, and she is the first daughter…What the fuck kind of name is Crusch?') I couldn't help but sweat, that kind of name is stating that I will crush anyone. However, my interest was in this small detail about me. She was annoyed and concerned. But why? "Hey, I think I momentarily forgot, why do you want to do this again?"
"What-I already told you!" Farasha spun and held her sword tight as she sprinted at him. "I need to get stronger! And as much as I hate to, you are the only one that can help me!"
"Why do you sound so mad about it?" I asked, hearing the anger in her voice.
"Cause I hate you!" She shouted as she swung her sword at me, which I began to evade by jumping back.
"Why?"
"Wha…What kind of question is that?!" She yelled while pointing accusingly at me. "Have you forgotten?! You call me a big idiotic Knight with a slutly body and mind!"
Insert deadpanned and sweat drop while a 'Seriously' tag is on the top corner.
Better yet, insert the 'Bruh' meme here!
"...I mean…Look what you are wearing to fight." I awkwardly told her. What kind of female knight would wear such degenerate armor? And in a fucking world at war with lustful monsters with rape minds?
"Is my best armor! My grandmother wore this in battle!" Farasha defended.
"No offense to the deceased, but she must've hit her head hard if she thought that 'fuck me' armor was okay." I replied.
"What?!" Now she was screaming like a banshee.
"Like, look at me." I motion to my clothes, "Is not impressive, but I'm not dressing like I want at least 10 women to come and fuck me."
"You…!"
Farasha was turning Red Hulk right now. I should probably just stop- "Listen. I'm not saying it's bad; that's your decision to wear whatever you want. But don't go around hitting any men that lustfully glares at you because of it." Mouth, why didn't you stop!?
"...You are so dead!" Farasha was glaring hard at me, I could feel multiple knives already piercing me.
Suddenly, my view began to change. It took me by surprise as I suddenly saw my body in front of me, like a third Person View game.
Why am I listening to Boss Battle music?
Crush Platinum Princess Knight
Farasha Awar Crusch
Why am I seeing a Boss Title?!
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New Mission!
[Blonde Fury]
Objective: Big Sis Farasha is angry at you and demands a fight! Survive until she gets tired, or defeat her!
Bonus Objective: Survive for 5 minutes without attacking.
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Why am I getting a secondary objective for this?! This is going too fast for me!
Stop whining and get on with it!
(No POV)
('Fine then!') Cross sighs as he accepts the quest and ready himself. "Come here you impulsive girl." He remarked as his body suddenly glowed.
"Haaaaaah!" Farasha ran to him and delivered a swift strike to the side, which was blocked by Cross's arm bracelet. She didn't stop there and she quickly delivered multiple strikes around him, which Cross managed to parry all her strikes quite easily with his bracelets. Seeing that she wasn't getting anywhere, she jumped back and positioned herself to hold the swords forward with both hands.
Cross raised an eyebrow as he witnessed her body glowing in a blue-white aura. ('A special attack…Given that she has an Inside longsword pose…') He better times this right.
"Take this!" Farasha shouted as she blindly sped forward with the forward thrust of her wooden stick.
"Holy-" Cross widened in shock at the speed as the tip reached his chest and sent him sliding back.
('Damn! That almost hit me!') Keyword being, almost.
To Farasha's surprise, Cross had made an 'x' formation on his chest, a slight smoke mark coming out. ('Incredible…He managed to block it.') This move is something that she perfected, enchanting a few of her skills for a straight attack very fast. She had won several fights against other swordsmen(women) and monsters. But this time, she couldn't help but be impressed that the annoyance of her adopted brother would be the first one to block it, with his bracelets no less.
"Are you satisfied now?" Cross asked with a smirk.
That just made her growl. "Far from it!" She leaped into the air and started to deliver a falling sword-drop attack. Cross backflipped away as the sword landed on his spot, making a huge crater. "Stop dodging and start fighting me!"
"Hey now. No screaming. You are a beautiful knight with class, not a wild monkey." Cross jokes.
"Stop with your jokes!" She had several tick marks on her head. "You are way too relaxed! Someday, that attitude will get you killed!" She remarked before heading to him again.
Cross pairs her upcoming strikes yet again. "Maybe. But I know one thing about that." He used her momentum to push her sword away, making her yelp at her overstrength. Before she could trip forward, Cross picked her by her waist and brought her to a hug from behind and brought his lips close to her ear, and whispered. "Is not going to be by your hand."
Farasha's cheek turned slightly pink at the way he was holding her and the tone of his masculine voice. "Y-You pervert! Don't touch me like that!" She shouted before grabbing his arm in panic/anger and did a judo throw at him.
"Woah!" Cross, surprised by her action, brought his knees close to his chest as he landed and rolled on the ground, quickly standing up. "Hohoho! So a sword isn't the only thing you can use!" He said, looking very proud of her.
"Don't look proud about it!" Farasha screamed as she grabbed the hilt of her sword and raised it above her. "Only the man I have interest in can touch me, and you are not him!"
"Oh? You have one already?" Cross looked surprised, yet happy about it. "He must be a great guy if they manage to smitten you."
"Of course he is!" Farasha declared, momentarily stopping her pose to look quite proud. "He is kind, handsome, strong, intelligent, and even-Why am I telling you this?!" Her anger returned.
Bonus Objective Completed!
"Don't know. But thanks for the time." Cross said as his body suddenly burst into a red aura. ('Let's try [Brawler's Lust] first.') He thought before making his move after five minutes. "Think fast!"
Farasha quickly brought her sword down and blocked a punch heading to her face. However, she didn't have time to plan an attack as Cross didn't waste time to attack with his left fist, forcing Farasha to panic-dodge an inch away from hitting her face. ('W-What?!') Before she knew it, she was on the defense as her adopted brother began to throw punches at her, one after the other and it was getting harder to block them. ('His punches are getting stronger! I can feel my hands shaking with its force! Just what has he been training with!?') She didn't understand that Cross was under his skills which increased his strength for a moment.
*Clang!*
Not did she see the upward palm strike to her swords that forced her to lose balance backward, leaving her wide open. Seconds later, a fist stops close to her chin, inches away.
"Satisfy? Or must I clash harder?" Cross asked with a smirk, knowing that he had won.
"Grrr…I forfeit." With a grit of teeth and hard acceptance, Farasha admits defeat.
(End of POV)
MISSION COMPLETE!
{X} [Blonde Fury]
Rewards: 100 exp, 100 gold, reputation with Farasha, 10 points
{X} Bonus Objective
Bonus Rewards: 20 points, Shield of Crush, Crush Bracelets, Horizontal Slash
Level Up!
Name: Cross Gallon
Race: Human
Class: Pugilist, Swordsman
Title: [None]
Level: 3
HP: 173 (3) - 176 [Regenerates 3 per second]
MP: 142 (2) - 144 [Regenerates 3 per second]
STR: 17 (2) - 19
END: 20 (3) - 23
DEX: 16 (2) - 18
INT: 21 (1) - 22
WIS: 30 (1) - 31
CHA: 22 (1) - 23
LUK: 14 (2) - 16
Points: 45
Hmm, not bad. "I must say, you have improved exceptionally." She was. While her brash and naive attitude is still there, her form is improving. "Not on par with Lady Arcturus yet, but not that bad. If you train your rash actions just a bit, you will be a proper lady in battle."
"Tch!" She scoffed at me and went to get her sword. "Your words do not encourage me one bit."
[3 Reputation with Farasha]
[Farasha - 13/100]
I beg to differ.
*Bang!*
"What in the world are you two doing?!"
I suddenly flinched and I saw Farasha do as well. Whoever just spoke, we both didn't want them to get mad. Turning my head, I looked at a pair of doors and noticed that I was in a training ground (God, how didn't I notice this before) and saw another figure walk in, sporting an angry expression in our direction.
She was a young girl, somewhere around 17 to 18. She had light-violet hair, blue-greenish eyes, and pale peach skin. Her dress consists of, what I can guess, a purple tunic with gold sides and blue, baggy gray pants and knee-to-feet leather gray boots. In short, the most normal outfit I have seen so far.
"Farasha! Cross! This better not be another dispute!" She scolded us. I quickly used 'observe' on her.
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Name: Safina Tani Crusch
Level: 10
Title: None
Class: Swordswoman/Wizard
Status: Healthy, Angry, Worried
Thoughts about you: Disappointed, Concerned
The second daughter of the Crusch family and next in line for taking the family household after her sister Farasha found her calling as a knight rather than politics. Safina has a strict personality, but she deeply cares for her family and people. While not proficient enough in the sword like her sister, she is adequate with it. She found magic as her best suitor.
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So her name is Safina…Kind of being honest, it does fit her. "Don't worry, Safina. Farasha simply needed to train and sharpen her skills."
"Hmph!" Farasha huffed away with a pout.
"...Sister. Please stop using Cross for training." Safina sighs, making me blink at the reaction. "I understand he is far stronger than our soldiers, but try not to hurt him."
Farasha rolled her eyes. "First of all, I do not hurt for enjoyment, despite my undeniable desire to punch his flaunty mouth!" She gave me a stinky eye, and I simply raised my hands in defense. "Second, I wouldn't have come here if I didn't need to. He is the only one who can give me some sweat-"
"And kick your ass." I commented but was ignored.
"Given that the tournament is in a week." Tournament? There's a tournament?
Yes, there is! To summarize, it is a tournament of young knights to be declared Knight of the mid-moon!
Hmm…aside from ignoring that I didn't react to Xeno speaking in my head, I guess I can ask for the small version of the story?
Postponed by several nobles, they united a total of 15 knights under their domain. It's a one-on-one match per round. The tournament will last all day. The winner will be declared the knight of the mid-moon, which lasts for 1 year.
I see, and once the year is over, the tournament starts again. ('What's the meaning behind the title?')
Aside from being the best young knight, chances are that you might become part of the kingdom's personal knight order; part of the Shield Princess Alliance.
Before I could ask for more information, I felt a tug on my shirt. "Cross." I turned my eyes to Safina. "Stop staring into nothing and go see Mother. She wants to speak to you about an important matter." That so?
"Hmm, wonder about what?" As far as memories go, I'm the bastard of the family. Inheriting anything from here is very small unless everyone in the family here is dead…
Let it be known to the record I sense an evil thought at that. In terms of harming this household.
"Alright. Better not let her wait-"
"Ah! Hold on!" I felt Safina grabbing my hand and stopping me. Turning to look at her, she took a towel and began to clean my face. "You're sweaty and dirty in the face. Don't let Mother see you like that."
"Ah. Thanks, Safina. But you know you don't have to clean me." I said, I quickly noticed the small tint of red in her cheeks. Strange, but I wonder… "I would feel horrible about making my adorable sister clean me up like a child."
[3 Reputation with Safina]
[Farasha - 46/100]
Oh wow! My reputation with her is big.
"D-Don't worry about the small stuff!" She stuttered out with a smile. "Now run along. Mother is waiting." She 'shoo' me off.
I nodded as I began to leave, also taking notice of Farasha's narrowing eyes on me. Given the logic of the place and the fact Safina's reputation is this high, she is suspicious if I'm making a move on her sister. If so, the question is if we both do, would she allow it?
I mean, given that we are not related and all that.
Anyway, I left the training and quickly headed to my mother's office, as the memories of my brain were. Speaking of, I began to receive everything in my life here.
Born to a knight father and a commoner mother, with her unfortunate departure after my birth. Said father left me behind in an orphanage. I spent most of my childhood around the church, helping, playing, fighting, cooking; take your poison.
Flash forward, got taken in by my new mother, who, ironically enough, was going out with him at the time and happily adopted me. Once in my new home, I studied and learned alongside Farasha and Safina ( Mind you all, I was 8 when adopted, Farasha was 12 and Safina was 7) Despite the awkwardness at first, we managed to get along…in some way.
Farasha and I had gotten into a sibling rivalry of honor after I joked about her lack of control and armor, which somehow ended in mutual respect and strength.
Safina was a bit shy at first, but as shown in the reputation chart, she cares deeply for me. From what I can gather, the reason my 'rep' was high was that I spent time with her when Mother or Farasha wasn't around. I play with her and even learn(try) magic together, that seems to be the kickoff.
As for my mother- Oh here we go.
I reached my destination, a big door. That's it. I rasp my knuckles on it three times. "Mother? It's me." I said.
"Come in." I heard a mature female voice call. I grab the knob and open it. I walked inside an office…before my vision was covered in white and my face was suffocated. "Hello, my lovely son! How's your morning?"
I struggled on the woman's grasp as my lungs wanted air desperately. I placed my hand on her and tapped her like a wrestler in a submission hold.
*Boing!*Boing!*
That onomatopoeias sound? That's my hand bouncing off her breast like a water balloon.
"Ah~ Naughty young man! Don't do that-Oh, you are losing air." I felt her hold drop and finally allow me to move away from my face and grasp a lot of air.
"Good God! I thought I was going to die!" I screamed before glaring at her, "Mother! Could you try not to kill me for at least ten minutes?!" I was mad at her.
But my mind was going 'OH YEAH!' while my face was getting hot.
The woman in front of me was, if not, a fucking Goddess! She was a mature woman, somewhere around 30, and had the figure of a world-class supermodel. Her face was arousing, with sexy eyelashes, blue baby eyes, meaty lips, and long light-brown hair that reached her waist. She was wearing a cream blouse with a golden holder on the waist, with the straps going over, and I cannot stress this enough, I-Cup Breast that barely covers only the nipples, which I could see bumping against the fabric
I now understand why, when I introduced myself, I had, and probably still have, a crush. Who the fuck can ignore such a sexy and gorgeous woman?
"Mou~ That's no way to treat your mother." She pouted at me, acting like a kid. "Don't you love me anymore? Are you in rebellious mode?" What-
"I'm not! You just have no self-control!" I yelled at her, which caused me to flinch. "I love you as much as Safina and Farasha, but you need to hold back before you kill one of us through suffocation!"
"Ugh!" She staggered back in pain and fell like a damsel, crying. "My children are rebelling against me! What have I done to deserve this?" My eyes twitch at the display.
Better use observe now.
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Name: Tamanna Crusch
Level: 25
Title: Countess/Widow of Crusch
Class: Magician/Scholar
Status: Healthy, Happy, Slight Horny
Thoughts about you: Overjoy, Smitten, Sad
Sole Heir, now Countess, of the House of Crush, Tammana was previously engaged with King Bruker (I'm not kidding, KING is his first name) for twenty years until his unfortunate departure from sickness to his heart. While in her depression, she would carry on her duty to raise their two children and find her next love, Barada Gallon. However, misfortune would come after a job gone wrong put Barada to a slow death. As he died, he told her about his son, Cross Gallon, and how he had regretfully forgotten about him. Taking the opportunity for a third man, she found the boy and adopted him into her family. She is a very doting mother, thinking of her children the most…way too much.
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I had several questions that were making my right eye twitch in disbelief after reading her stats and bio.
You know which one.
('Seems I have a thirsty milf in my hands.') Trust me, I have no complaints. Milf's are (for some) hot and nobody can deny it. "Mother. Stop acting childish. I'm not being rebellious, I just am not in the mood to die because of your overprotective love." I walk up to her, pick up her arm, and gently raise her. "I don't want people to call you that horrendous title ever again." She blinks at me in shock…before crying in joy again.
"Oh, Cross!" And once again, she hugged me again…but this time she held back. "You are so sweet! Just like your father!"
[3 Affection with Tamanna]
[Tamanna - 83/100]
Excuse me?! Affection?! And why is she so high?!
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Right, stupid question.
"Ehem!" I cough to get her attention. "A-Anyways! Safina said that you wanted to see me?" That made her gasp and move away from the hug.
"That's right!" Tamanna clasped her hands, "As you know, we are having our Knight of the Mid Moon Tournament soon. I was hoping that you could please help out Farasha. She really wishes to win this."
"Of course." I replied to her with respect. "As a matter of fact, I just came out from sparring with her."
"Oh joy!" Tamanna happily sighs. "I was concerned that you both wouldn't do it, given that she is very stubborn and you are problematic." I sweatdrop at the offense. "Additionally, can you get Hikage and Kuzaha to help out? Their reflexes can sharpen Farasha tremendously."
Hikage? Kuzaha? Who…Oh yeah, my two bodyguards. "I'm sure if you ask them they would say yes. But I'll tell them. Will that be all?" I asked
"Good! And since you ask…have you already had sex with either of them?" She asked innocently.
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…
…
I facepalm. "No. And stop asking me."
"You haven't?" She gasped. "Are you afraid that you will not do okay the first time? Do you want to practice with Mommy first?" This woman has no shame!
The worst is that I'm taking this normally without blushing!
"...I'll consider it later."
You know what? Fuck it! Willing sex with a hot woman? Not passing the chance!
[10 Affection with Tamanna]
[Tamanna - 93/100]
I have several questions!
I don't see you regretting it~
Shut it.
"Perfect!" Tamanna happily said. "Now run along. I have a few chores to do." She waved at me as I rolled my eyes and left the room.
Once I closed the door, I quickly made my way to my room for two reasons. First to start getting information on this world and second to…calm down my lower region.
(Cross's Room)
I entered my room. Not very impressive for the average reader. It was very spacious, had a bed that could hold up four people, a window with a nice view to the outside, a shelf with a mirror and chair, a closet, and a stand where I perched and put my gambeson armor in.
Making sure my door was closed. I went to bed. "Alright. Xeno, give me a resume of this world, please."
On it, Captain!
Instead of it telling me, a window pops up with a description.
Welcome to Eostia
Set upon the continent of Sererus it is a shining jewel of the land. Made of seven great kingdoms and founded by the Seven Legendary Shield Maidens, Eostia has been a land of prosperity, opportunity, and hope since the start.
As I read it, another window popped out. This time it was a paper-based map, mountains on the east and north-west, some body of water (Lake? Ocean?) at the north-west over the mountains. There were a few odd words in what looked like German scattered about, but what drew my attention was the images of seven castles in a slight half circle on the map; the outermost ones seemingly in the center with the rest dipping down in a curve.
"It's people known for their kindness and hard working nature and they wish to know naught but peace…but we all know that's impossible."
Another window pops up, an image of brown and black as the image of, what I believe, a dark elf woman with very revealing clothes against a high elf with only a fucking piece of cloth that covers her intimate parts only.
I have several questions!
"The Dark Elves and their Aberrant army have come from the north, at the orders of the Queen of Garan, Olga Discordia, to wage war against Celestine Ludcross, the reincarnation of the Goddess and High Queen of all Eostia, and her Legendary Allies; the Shield Maidens.
Hmm. Seems that this might be an interesting plot, despite it being slightly obvious how it ends.
But fate favors only the victors of this story, and neither elf is it. The fate of this land is doomed to an eternal lustrum paradise for men and monsters. One being with a dream of carnal desire is destined to create that world…or will it?
Because now, in this current timeline a new player steps in to turn the tide of history... "
"YOU."
('I see…So that's where I come in.') I read everything and closed the windows except the map. I stared at it and saw a red mark right on top of the land, to the southwest of a castle-like object with the name "UR" inscribed in it. ('Okay…Status.') My personal stats opened and I quickly went to see my titles.
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[Noble Adopted Son] - Adopted into the Crusch Family (Increased reputation with family members)
[Childhood Friend/s] - You meet and befriend one/several heroines of the story (Increased reputation with said heroine(s))
[Slave Freeder] - You released several slaves from a horrible slave merchant (Increased reputation with slaves and ???)
[Goblin Slayer] - You saved ??? from a goblin attack (Increased reputation with ???)
[Orc Slayer] - You saved ??? from an Orc attack, along with several others. (Increased reputation with ???)
[Flute Enchantee] - You play the flute like a fiddle (Increases reputation with all who enjoy it)
[Fauna Friend] - You are a friend of wild animals and mystical creatures (Increased reputation with wild animals)
[Chef] - You are a great cook (Increased reputation with those who eat)
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('Hmm…I see question marks, meaning that these people are important in the story.') I deduced as I moved to perks. ('Alright! Xeno, pop me two perks!')
You got it! *POP* *POP*
[Perk received!]
[The best way to the heart is through the stomach] - Your food, if made correctly, will raise morale and heal wounded people. Raises CHA by 5% (Perk available only if you have the title [Chef]
[Perk received!]
[You can't see me!] - You focus your presence on being non-existent, becoming invisible momentarily. Raises DEX by 5%
Oh! Nice! I got a boon to make my food delicious and become invisible for a few seconds! This will come in handy! ('Alright…Xeno, how long do I have before this…enemy of mine attacks?') I asked my omnipotent being.
11 Months 24 Days 18 Hours 19 Minutes
Huh…a year. This might be alright. I closed the window and began to think about what was going to be the course of action.
Fortunately for me, I have a lead to start; the title.
It said 'Marking Territory'. In other words, I must become an Alpha of the pack. A powerful being to be respected and feared. My name must reach all of Serenus, to grab the attention of allies and enemies alike. In short, I must become something huge that would catch the attention of these Seven Shield Maidens and ask me to be their ally.
Thankfully, I seem to have gained a connection with one or two of them; now who are they?
I'll leave that for later.
Okay. First thing, I must gain a reputation in this town. Popping the map out, I read the name of the town( read: city), Burkan, and the banner, a shield being cracked open by a powerful sword while a powerful blue lightning bolt shot out from two sides, yet not breaking into pieces.
('Alright…Let's see what I can do in this town…It has to be something that can make me stand up like a promising ally-')
New Mission!
Huh?
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[Town Hero]
Objective: Make a name for yourself in Burkan.
Locations: Bar, Adventure Guild, Household, House Front Gate, and ???
Bonus Objective: Complete them in five days.
Rewards: Reputation in town and family household, and 100 exp.
Bonus Rewards: ???, ???
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"Well I'll be damned." I whistle out as my map gets bigger and shows the town layout, with four red marks on a bar, the guild, the front gate, my house, and one question mark located near the town. "Thanks Xeno."
My pleasure!
*Knock*Knock!*
Someone was at my door. "Come in." I called out as the door opened and someone came in…Huh…Now, this is interesting.
Walking inside was a girl, somewhere around 18. She had short green hair, pale peach skin, and narrow amber eyes. She was dressed in a dark long coat over a black tank top that covered up her E-cup breasts that showed some cleavage and her stomach, a dark-green skirt over long black leggings, and leather booths. "Boss." She greeted me as I used 'observe'.
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Name: Hikage
Level: 20
Title: Viper of Crusch
Class: Ninja
Status: Healthy, Alert, Calm
Thoughts about you: Happy, Protective, Admiration
Born on the streets with no family nor surname, the young Hikage was raised by her Brother figure in a gang called Hebijo Cobra, whose motto is 'strong lives, weak die'. In a mission gone wrong, they were ambushed by Orcs from Garan and Hikage was the sole survivor of her team, getting captured alongside another group of women. Before she could accept the outcome of being a slave of sex, she was rescued by Cross Gallon, who had come upon hearing a possible attack. Feeling high admiration for Cross's strength, she swore loyalty to him, becoming his right-hand woman.
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Huh. So this is my trusted man (or rather woman). Can't deny it, such a gorgeous specimen in front of me now. Also, game, please revalue your status on her thoughts, because she looks neutral as fuck. "Hikage. Morning. Have you slept well?" I asked her.
"Perfectly." She replied with her stone expression. "I heard that you fought Lady Farasha. Are you hurt?"
Huh. She has respect for Farasha at least and treats her right while putting her concern for me first. "Nothing I can't handle. Just helping her train for the tournament. She needs help sharpening her skills and mother asks for my help."
"Do you require assistance?" Hikage asked me with a neutral tilt of confusion, making her cute in my eyes.
"Yes please." I replied as I stood up. "Your fast reflexes are better than mine. I'm confident Farasha will get slightly better if you or Kuzaha help her out."
Hikage nodded. "Very well. I don't know if it can help her, but I'll do it."
"Hey. Don't dismiss your skills." I narrowed my eyes at her. "You are a great combatant and fast on the field. I know that far better."
[10 Reputation with Hikage]
[Hikage - 88/100]
Oh wow. She must respect me a lot if she has this much reputation for me.
"I thank you, Boss." She said without emotion, but I think I saw a ghost smile for a second.
"Good." I peeked at my hidden window tab and saw that it was 11 AM. "Where's Kuzaha, by the way?" I thought it was weird that my other 'protective' guard was not present.
"She's investigating the hidden cave you discovered." A cave I discovered? "She should be back by noon with any information."
"I see…" I said as I looked back at my map, seeing the question mark objective near town. ('That must be the mysterious objective.') "Well, I hope she comes back safe and sound, and with something interesting." I'll take anything that she finds. "I'm planning to head out later. Wanna come?"
"Boss. Forgive my language, but do not ask stupid questions." Hikage replied.
"Hah! Right." I closed my windows and began to check my inventory quickly. "Meet me at the gate in thirty minutes." She nodded at me before turning around, giving me a nice view of her ass…
Considering that I'm seeing a lot of cheeks and fewer clothes, I guess the world believes this to be a perfectly normal standard. I want to sigh, but damn! That girl has a bubble butt!
Shaking my head out of the gutter, I focus. "Alright. I need to see where the special part of the mission is." I quickly look at the map and interact with Zoom. I saw the typical white arrow and a question mark not too far from me. "Alright!...Man, this 'alright' gag is getting to me, I'm not Vanoss…as much as I would love to." I sweatdrop before standing up and heading out.
My walk wasn't very long, the mission part one was located near the kitchen, but very interesting. I had the opportunity to see a bit of the House-mansion might be a better term but meh-and saw several maids walking around.
I said several because it got difficult for me to walk past them after seeing one and their dress code. In short, it was a sleeve-only shirt with a combination of a bra, showing more skin and cleavage, and an apron over their waist to cover their white underwear, showing their stomach, and white leggings. I said after seeing one and I felt my blood burn hot.
I get it, it is a Hentai World, why am I surprised?
Let me ask you, have you seen one for real? No drawing or video. Actual brain memory image through your eyes?
Let's make it interesting, that outfit, have you seen a J-Cup Maid in that? How about a few Pregnants maids? Thick thighs and ass? Chubby legs? Sexy looks? Hungry smiles with tongue licking the lips?
No? Your little groin is up and hard? Good! Because I just allow myself to assume they are in here.
Why? Because of Hentai! That's why!
So! I reached the kitchen, ignoring the tightness of my pants (God, that one maid was giving me her back, and that ass was huge!), and was welcomed by the voice of Safina in the kitchen alongside another being, together doing something.
"A-Are you sure this is okay, Lady S-Safina?" The other voice spoke up, shy and worried about what they were doing.
"But of course! I'm sure he will like it! Especially since you did it for him!" Safina said, very sure that whatever they are making will be loved.
"B-But you help out a bit, Lady Safina." The other girl put her two cents on it.
"And you did most of the stuff!" So it was teamwork between her and this other person?
"I-I don't know! What if Master Cross doesn't like it!?" Oh, is it for me?
"He's going to love it! Trust me!" I'm going to?
Curiosity got the best of me as I slam open the door while dramatically saying. "Loving what exactly?"
"Eeeeep!" I witnessed the two girls yelp in fear and quickly turn to look in my direction. Safina was wearing a cute apron, a normal one with a small cat design in the center of it. Accompanying her was a dark-skinned woman with long silver hair that reached her tights, red brands strapped around two sides of her face in a twin tail, and a purple streak going down. She was wearing the same damn maid outfit, only that she had an I-Cup Breast, black skirt, and stockings. It didn't help out revealing her smooth dark stomach but it was far safer than the rest. Her eyes were dark yellow and had a hint of an innocent child.
What caught my surprise, however, were the ears…pointy ears.
"Cross!" My ears flinch at the shout of his step-little sister. "Have you been eavesdropping on us?!" Safina was glaring.
"Yeah, because me coming to the kitchen when hearing you right around the corner counts as eavesdropping." I blankly replied to her, changing her anger to embarrassment. "Remind me to never tell you any secrets at all." She buried her face in her hands to stop the red from showing.
"M-Master!" The dark elf spoke up before flustering and making a bow. "G-Good Morning!" I quickly use my ability.
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Name: Evelyn Celebrian
Level: 11
Title: None
Class: Maid/???
Status: Healthy, Flustered, Worried
Thoughts about you: Happy, Respect, Admiration
Born to a human woman and a male dark elf, Evelyn was raised with love until her parents were hunted by her mother's father, who refused to accept such a child and relationship. To save herself from the culling, Evelyn chose to run away, but she would be attacked by a horde of goblins only two days later. By luck, she was saved by Cross Gallon, a young lord from Crusch. She fell in love at sight and swore loyalty to him, becoming a maid for her Master and his sister, Safina.
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I put aside the interesting part of her title to twitch in anger at the introduction. ('Xeno. Put in my checklist to identify the bastard that dared attack my maid.') I order in anger at knowing some bastard tried to hurt Evelyn just for being born. How low can you get?
On it!
"M-Master?" Evelyn looked at me in concern.
"Sorry. Morning Evelyn." I greeted her with a smile. "How's my favorite and hard working Maid today?" Evelyn took a page out of Safina and covered her face in embarrassment.
[5 Reputation with Evelyn]
[Evelyn - 95/100]
Holy shit! She's five away! That's curious!
"I-I'm fine!" Evelyn squealed before shaking her embarrassment away and returning to her job. "W-What brings you here?" She asked me.
I hummed in curiosity. "Well, I was getting a bit hungry. I was considering making myself something to eat…but it seems you and Safina did…?" I looked at Safina, who had recovered.
Safina perks up and quickly moves to the side, showing me some sort of bread. "What a coincidence! Evelyn worked hard to make you a snack! She made you this!" I tilt my head in confusion at it. It looks just as described before…
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Name: Lemba Bread
A special kind of bread that only elves, both high and dark, are known to make since little. This food is made on occasions when traveling for long days.
Status: Good conditions
Effects: Boost stamina for a short time and heals hunger.
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"Oh, well that's a surprise." I said with curiosity, and a well-placed coincidence, as I went and grabbed one. "Don't mind if I do." I was already taking a bite of it when I saw Evelyn getting worried about it. I don't know why this-
My eyes widened as I began to feel a sudden urge. It was like my entire body began to grow quickly. "Oh wow!" I exclaimed with joy as tears began to come out. "It's so delicious!"
"Ha! See?" Safina said as she brought Evelyn into a hug. "I told you he would like it!" The dark elf maid bashfully let smoke out of her ears while smiling in joy.
I looked at her hand, seeing her small hands had been cut. She was doing her best to be my maid. I believe she deserves a reward. So I went up to her and placed a kiss on her forehead. "Thank you, Evelyn. I appreciate your efforts."
Her face turned absolute crimson. "I-I'm glad, Master!"
[5 Reputation with Evelyn]
[Evelyn - 100/100]
Congratulations! Evelyn Celebrian has reached its maximum reputation! Please perform the next action to move on to Affection.
[Give Evelyn a gift.]
…Thank you for reminding me that I will get a Harem to complete the game.
Love you too!~
"Alright. I believe you need to return to your duties." I remind her, and she flinches in realization.
"T-That's right!" Evelyn stuttered as she got out of Safina's hug and quickly bowed. "P-Please excuse me, and have a great day!" She said and left the kitchen.
"...She is a good maid." I said.
"That she is." Safina agreed with me. "I'm so glad that you brought her to us."
"What can I say? She needed help, and I was going to give her." I replied. "I'm just glad that she is accepted here. Which I thank you, Safy." I could feel her blush and smile.
[5 Reputation with Safina]
[Farasha - 53/100]
Huh. It was more than before. Perhaps it is because of the subject? Or the nickname?
"Don't mention it, Cross." Safina said before looking at me. "So? Are you planning to go somewhere? You are still wearing your armor." Oh, right.
"Yeah. I'm heading to town as usual." I explained to her. "Worry not, I'm taking Hikage with me." Whatever worry she was about to make vanish.
"Good. Never leave without her or Kuzaha." Safina said with a serious look. "With the tournament coming close, we don't want any dumb noble to capture and blackmail Big Sis or Mom with us. Farasha has a very high chance of winning this tournament." I narrow my eyes at that truth.
Some families would go so far as to sabotage others. Once again, this tournament is a big deal.
"Hmph! They try anything with any of you, they'll regret it." I state.
"Same." She responded, which surprised me. "Strength may not be a big forte, but I can fight dirty if they touch any of you."
I couldn't help but smile at that. "I pity the fool that dares challenge you. I'm glad I'm not them."
"What are you implying?" Safina narrowed her eyes in suspicion at me.
"That you are a bitch of death," I said, making her pout at my words. "I'm sorry, but it's the truth. Or did you forget that time you almost killed that noble after- '' Before I knew it, there was a sword at my face, inches at my nose, I wasn't surprised or scared and for one reason only-
"I believe we all agreed to never speak of that again!"
Safina's crimson face and shaking hold on the weapon were just too adorable.
"Hahaha!" I laughed before pushing the sword away from my face and patting her head. "Yes we did. But I cannot forget such a wonderful moment. I was so proud of you standing up without me, Farasha, or Mother." I saw her blush in embarrassment.
[2 Reputation with Safina]
[Farasha - 55/100]
Only two? This girl is very hard to deal with right now.
"S-Shut up!" Safina swatted my hand off her and turned around. "We-Weren't you supposed to leave!? I'm sure Hikage is waiting already!" Ah, that's true.
"Right." I quickly pack the leftover snacks Evelyn made with love and care. "Thanks for the food, Safina. I know you helped Evelyn bake them for me. I'm grateful."
[1 Reputation with Safina]
[Farasha - 51/100]
…Really?
"W-Well I'm glad you do! She and I work very hard to make them!" Safina informed me. "If you appreciate our effort, make sure you get something nice for us!" For them…is this-
New Quest!
[Thankful Gift]
Objective: Safina and Evelyn had been good with you. Get a gift for them!
Rewards: Increased reputation with Safina, unlock Affection with Evelyn, ???, 200 Gold coins, 50 exp.
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Ah, so this is what the mission meant; a quest. "I'll keep that in mind." My words seem to affect her as she looks at me in surprise before smiling.
"Good. Be sure that is something that will like me. Have a good day, dear brother." Safina said as she left the kitchen, humming happily.
I sigh. That girl is becoming spoiled, but she's still my little sister whom I care for and love.
Will I get in trouble if I train her?
Once everything was ready, I made my way out of the house and headed to the front gate. I was looking at my inventory and saw that I have an Adventure Card Rank-C, my sword, and money.
Thanks to a simple negotiation (read: ask and beg) with Xeno. I managed to do a quick math on the current currency of this world to my world currency. Any time I was told the total, I'd hear 'dollars with cents'.
On a side note, I have a total of 22,546 dollars. (AN: My math sucks. I please beg for you all to move along and play with it.)
I was reaching the gate when I saw Hikage having…a glaring contest with Farasha, while a Female guard sweated in panic as she stared. Said knight was a young woman, somewhere around 19, and wearing a red bikini armor that only covers her private parts, her D-Cup Breasts, and exposes a lot of her skin, including a firm butt. She had cherry-red hair, light red eyes, peach skin and red armor gloves and boots, a sword strap next to her.
She was the first to notice me and quickly saluted. "L-Lord Cross! Good morning!"
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Name: Carla Cherryl
Level: 16
Title: None
Class: Knight/Scout
Status: Healthy, Panic, Worried, Scared
Thoughts about you: Respect
Born from a common farming family, Carla's home was attacked by goblins, and she lost both her parents and little brother. She fought tooth and nail for a while against them before the Knights of Crusch arrived. Displaying great capabilities in battle, she was scouted by Farasha Awar Crusch to join her knight platoon, becoming her greatest scout.
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Hmmm. Not bad. "Carla." I greeted her before staring at the two girls. "Let me guess; Hikage said one thing and Farasha just took the bait." I deadpanned.
"I'm sorry." Carla mumbled while looking dejected. "She just spoke up and I couldn't do anything to stop Lady Farasha." I sigh before placing my hand on her shoulder.
"I understand. I'm thankful to you for taking care of her stubborn personality." I tell her with a smile. My memories, and the fact that I just fought her, reminded me how easily she can get angry.
"O-Oh!" Carla lit up in surprise at the praise I gave her. "N-No need to thank me! I'm just doing my job as a guard!" She replied.
"I know. Which is hard when it comes to her." I rolled my eyes. "Please continue taking care of her. She is going to need trusting guards like you."
[4 Reputation with Carla]
[Carla - 4/100]
"I-I will! You can count on me!" Carla blushed at the high expectations.
I nodded before walking up to the two girls, making my presence, if they didn't hear me talk with Carla, be known with a heavy sigh. "Alright. I arrive and I see bloodlust, what now?" I said although I knew why this was happening.
"Cross. Tell your guard to drop her attitude." Farasha grunted.
"..." Hikage didn't speak one bit, just stared at her. Hell! I don't think she was glaring at all, her narrow look was just part of her face.
"...Can you both please stop this now." I didn't ask.
"..."
"Farasha~ Hikage~" I sang in slight anger. That did the trick as both looked away, the swordswoman with a pout and Hikage simply snapped her eyes at the road. "Good. Farasha, is there something you wish to tell me before I leave?" I asked her, knowing that she wouldn't be at the front of the gate of the house for no reason, as well as the reminder that I have a mission mark here.
"...Observant of you, Cross." She hummed in slight delight. "I heard you were leaving for the town, and wanted to ask for a favor." She crossed her arms as she explained to me. "One of my soldiers informed me that they had found several tracks of mysterious footsteps in the forest. They had assumed it was probably bandits, but they were very small tracks and they couldn't identify them properly. I would have gone by now, but I suddenly received an urgent call from our neighborhood town for assistance on a bandit problem. You are far better at this than I am, can I please ask you to see what this is about?"
"Hmmm. I see." I guess that explains why she is still in her armor, and with Carla next to her. "Alright. I'll go and see what it is about. Do you have anyone watching the scene?" I asked, to which Farasha nodded.
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New Quest!
[Mystery Visitor?]
Objective: Farasha requested your help in investigating the mysterious footstep's origins. Investigate.
Bonus: Solve the mystery yourself before the end of the day
Rewards: 300 silver coins, Tracking skills, 15 Reputation with Farasha
Bonus Reward: 15 Reputation with Farasha, ???
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Huh. So I have the option to solve it. Good to hear. "Where is the location?"
"Right outside town, keep going in the forest near the entrance to town." Farasha replied before she and I saw Clara coming riding a horse and pulling another one. "I better get going, people need my help." She said as she got into the horse.
"Alright. Be careful on your way there." I told her out of concern. "And please, don't let emotions control you. This house needs you to stand up." I saw a smirk plastered on her face.
"Of course. As if I will leave anything left to anybody else." She became a little arrogant, eh?
"Alright. Fly like the wind, Bullseye!" My response was to slap her horse's butt, which neighs hard, making Farahsa yelp in fear and hold tight, before the animal buckled forward at full speed.
"DAMN YOU CROSS!" She screamed.
"Eh?! Lady Farasha!?" Caral squealed before commanding her horse after her. "Wait!"
"Safe trip!" I waved my hand at their small size figures. I did not regret what I did.
Not. One. Bit.
I returned my attention to my neutral-looking bodyguard. I could sense a slight aura of happiness coming out. "Enjoy the show?"
"Perish the thought." Hikage replied with no smile, but I could hear the sarcasm in her tone.
[3 Reputation with Hikage]
[Hikage - 91/100]
Oh boy. This might be just too much fun.
The moment I reached the city, I hummed. It was filled with open shops; a market, weapons, a blacksmith, a library, a potion shack, fortune telling, etc.
People were going about their merry ways. I used 'Observe' several times to investigate them. Most of them seem to have nothing against me, probably because I'm not famous enough, have several levels between 5 and 15, and have different classes.
Nothing 'strange' about them. Just men and women walking around…with half of the females wide wearing indecent clothing.
Again, nothing unusual. Not even the perverted looks lasted more than 1 second nor did they not care, even if they noticed.
At least Hikage had the modesty to put a cloak around her.
Anyways, ignoring the fact, I made my way to the Adventurer's Guild, which is a station in the north of the city. It was a building in thick wood, three stories tall, decorated with banners of a sword clashing with a Shield over an open medieval scroll.
From what I remember, it has three floors for different purposes. The first floor consisted of the usual; reception desk, Bulletin Board for missions, Bar and Food Tavern, and item inspection for selling or trade. The second floor has an inn with seventeen rooms with two beds, a hot spring, and a few meeting rooms. The third floor is the guild master's chamber, with the secretary's desk up front. There's also an underground training room for anyone to use.
Hikage and I walked through the doors, being welcomed by several adventurers and staff members doing their things; talking, eating, looking at the requested job, the usual. ('Busy as always, I see.') From what I can remember, this is how gamer stories have been.
"Hey! Where are the Lizard Extermination requests!?"
"I wish to buy three mid-grade potions!"
"Are there any weapons in-store?!"
"Hey! You are cute! Wanna go on a date?"
"Please! One at the time! I'll help as much as I can, but please! One at a time!" I felt a sweat fall off my head as I saw many adventures bombing a beautiful girl with chestnut hair and formal clothing giving her some curves that she is 'thicc' in. I pity her, most of the guys there are there to flirt with them.
"Horny dogs." I heard Hikage harshly comment.
"You know that you are insulting me as well, right?" I teased her.
"Boss. You don't go and flirt with any woman you see with the intention to fuck." She replied, which I found rather surprising that I didn't find it shocking. "Seeing and expressing are two different things." Okay, that made me look at her in shock.
"Oh God. Big words." I said. "You have been studying." She shrugged at me.
Ignoring that for now, I turned my attention to the reception desk. Most of them were full of adventures asking, or flirting, with the receptionist…all except one.
I won't even bother asking why because the answer was obvious. The reception desk had girls attending them. Why was only one without a line? Simple, because it was a man attending.
He was a bearded man with a brown Santa Claus-style beard, with strong arms in the reception clothing. He looked human and is, but you would mistake him for a giant ogre if it wasn't that he had a war-veteran face and scar on it. There was also the bloodlust aura coming in his direction, leaving a perfect and clean path for me to speak to him. "Morning, Garton." I greeted him and Hikage got close to him.
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Name: Garton Wall-stigon
Level: 47
Title: Iron-Clad Warrior
Class: Swordsman
Status: Healthy, Calm, Injured
Thoughts about you: Acknowledgement, Amused
Born in a minor family in Ur, Garton followed his grandfather's footsteps as an Adventurer, going against his father's wishes to be a noble. His reputation with the sword and shield earned him the title of 'Iron-Clad' for twenty-five years before a mission against the aberrant of Garan got his leg pierced by an ice magic attack to the knee. While he didn't lose his limb, it was heavily damaged and forced him to retire early, getting a job as a receptionist in Crusch's Adventure Guild.
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"Hmm?" Seems that he was getting sleepy. He looked at me and suddenly his entire face morphed into joy. "AH! Sir Cross! Good morning!" He greeted me before looking at Hikage, "And same to you, little girl! No dumb idiot tried to hurt our boy today?"
"Just an annoying slut that thinks she is high and mighty." I rolled my eyes with a chuckle. That's one way to insult Farasha.
Garton laughed a bit. "Guess Lady Farasha is still stubborn! But I cannot deny her the right to feel a tad arrogant." Guess that Farasha's stubbornness had reached the guild. "Though, I guess she should learn self-control for a bit."
I couldn't help but laugh. "She sure must, doesn't she?" I joked as I moved to the reason I came here. "So. Anything interesting?" The moment I asked that, I saw how his eyes turned from goofy to absolute tiredness.
"Oh, nothing great." Garton sighs. "We recently got a report of a few robberies. It wouldn't be a problem if it was just a little gold, but they have been doing it for almost two weeks. No one has been able to locate them."
I narrow my eyes. Thieves are nothing new anywhere, but longer than a week? This sounds like the job of a team following a professional. "Any takers on the job?
"For a thief that is probably long gone?" Garton scoffed. "Who would bother?"
"...May I?"
"By all means, kiddo!" Garton spoke in expectation. I must be a problem solver to many of his quests. "If anyone can do this 'non-interesting' job, that's you!"
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New Quest!
[Bandit Problem]
Objective: Seems like some bandits have been causing trouble to the Guild. Locate and deal with them!
Secret objective: ???
Rewards: 100 exp, 200 silver, ???
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Secret objective? Interesting! "Good. Anything noticeable about our dear friend?" I asked for information.
"Nothing much more than what I said. They attack at random either day or night." Garton said before making a small hop in realization. "Although…it seems that they are getting quite cocky with their heists. Just yesterday, they managed to steal from three people."
Hmm. Getting confident that they can steal without a problem. Now, given this medieval era and hentai logic, I believe… "Thanks Garton." I said as I turned around to leave, Hikage was right behind me.
"Good luck, lad!"
"What's our move?"
We have moved to the disclosed area, a dark alleyway that was a shortcut to the city exit. I grumble in thought about what to do with this problem; if I let this person, or several, go unchecked they might get a chance to get a high-time invasion of the city. And since this is Hentai…
Yeah. Let's not let that happen.
"For now, we wait for them to attack." I explained while I popped my map up. "While I'm confident in catching this criminal, we are not going to waste time trying to find him in the city without a solid track." I look around, no option about seeing enemies around. ('Xeno. Is there a way for me to identify threats on the map?')
If you reach Level 8 and raise the 'Gamer's Mind' level to 2.
That's…oddly convenient. ('How do I level it up? And how much for 'Observe' to be?')
You must use it multiple times.
Currently, you are 14 out of 100 to reach the next level.
('What's the maximum level for it?')
Level Ten is the maximum.
Okay. I have a long journey to level it up.
"Boss." Hikage's voice made me focus as we exited the alleyway and saw the entrance to the city. We headed there and just as I reached it, a knight headed up to us.
"Lord Cross." Said knight was a young woman in another revealing armor. 'Observer' says her name is 'Illna Vernis'. "Captain Farasha informs us. I have been expecting you." She explained as she motioned us to follow.
Exiting the town, we headed for a fifteen-minute walk into the forest, the knight informing me about these footsteps. We soon found ourselves in a clearing spacious enough for a battle of two. I narrowed my eyes as I immediately saw several footsteps on the ground. They all have small size feet and look smudged out. "Hmm, just out of the reminder, was it raining yesterday?" I asked Hikage while kneeling and picking some soil.
"No." She replied as she looked around. "These look like children." Ah, so she noticed.
"Agreed." I said as I managed to identify the foot.
No human child would be so stupid to wander into a forest in the freaking morning. This was a monster's foot, and since there were multiples, it was a herd or pack of…ten or twelve. Given the moisture, I think I know what we are facing. "Hikage. Is there a body of water close to us at the moment?"
"...There's a river not too far from here." She replied to me, which made me smile as I looked at my map once again, seeing a drawing of a river. "Camping?"
"No rainy day yesterday. They must have been camping near the water." I said as I looked at her. "Go ahead and confirm this for me, please." She nodded before her entire body was swallowed by my shadow! "...That's not creepy at all." ('Xeno?')
That is Shadow Step. A skill that helps the user to move around shadows.
('Can I learn it?')
Unfortunately, this skill is available to those with Ninja or Assassin Class.
I sighed in disappointment, I supposed that I couldn't always have everything. ('Well, as Hikage comes. Give the last perk.')
At once! *POP*
[Perk received!]
[Bloodlust] - The more blood you spill, the bigger your thirst becomes.
I blankly stared at it. ('Wow…So I'm becoming a battle hungry junkie.') Well, better than having a condition that hinders me.
I sensed someone coming my way and saw Hikage coming out of my shadow, kneeling for some reason. "Boss. As you said; I found a total of ten Imps camping not too far from the river." She informed me.
So these are Imps. According to what I know, Imps are the small scouts of a bigger pack. Why are they here is bringing a huge amount of red flags on my head, what got me curious, however, was- "Only ten?"
"Yes. They had weapons and armor. Not too clean but enough to kill a group of weak adventurers." Hikage said.
Nodding to her, I look at the guard, "Go and grab a few knights." She salutes before heading back to the city. I turned to my bodyguard. "Take me to them."
Not even ten minutes later, we reached the river fast. We hide behind a convenient large boulder 10 meters away as I peek my head slightly out. Sure enough, there were ten 3 feet tall red imps camping. They were making their usual shit; grumbling around and resting like the usual enemy shit, but my attention was on what they had.
Crates. Three big crates.
"...No women. Small pack. All Imps?" I said as my mind was turning gears in concern. "Something's not right."
"Aside from the three crates that couldn't belong to a merchant?" Hikage asked.
"Add that there's no way these guys can even carry the thing with that small number." I pulled my head back into hiding and looked at her. "Even in numbers, Imps are just like Goblins, weak and fragile. That small number could never drag three crates all the way here…" Given my knowledge, there's only one possible truth. "They didn't come here naturally, somebody placed them here."
"...What's our plan?" Hikage asked.
I hummed in thought. The small number ain't that much of a problem, but if Goblin Slayer taught me anything, it is to never underestimate these weak monsters. "...If we fight them there, we may damage the crates in the struggle. I'm thinking of getting them out." I placed my hand under my chin in thought. "But what can we do…?"
"Do you want me as bait?" I look at Hikage with a raised eyebrow at the suggestion. "I could bring a few away with a lure." The suggestion wasn't bad, and she's capable… I peek over the boulder again.
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Name: Red Imp
Level: 5
Title: Low-Rank Monster
Class: Scout
Status: Healthy, Suspicious, Frustrated
Thoughts about you: None
A low-rank Imp. While small and weak to its green, bigger counterparts, Imps have slightly better speed and memory than them, able to outrun enemies and deliver messages to their superiors with their incredible stamina.
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('Hmmm, they are far smarter, so there might be a chance that they will figure any bait on Hikage. But I don't have anything else.') I looked at her and asked. "Do you have a plan?" She responded by taking out a small pouch and holding it between my fingers.
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Item: Magic Dust - Sweet Scent.
A magic dust that creates a powerful aroma of sweetness.
Rarity: Common/Low
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"I'll use this dust and try to get some of them out." She explained it to me. "They'll have to focus on this to see any attack coming." Okay, she has a solid plan.
"Sounds okay. How will you-" I was going to ask how was she gonna make it work but was left mute as Hikage opened the pouch, dropped a few pink specks of dust, and threw it on her chest, a sweet smell getting to my nostrils…
Has she always looked so gorgeous? God, she looks so sexy and delicious-
Oh wow! It does work! Thank you, Gamer's Mind! "You know that I'm here, right?" I asked her.
"I know." She replied, not worrying one bit about her actions. "Just making sure that they'll follow." I see what she means.
Since she already is doing it, I motioned her to give me the dust, which she did and grabbed it. "Get ready to run and kill all that follow." She nodded as I threw it into the air.
The pouch flew high up before getting pulled back by gravity. By sheer luck, it landed on top of an Imp's head, releasing the dust inside and expanding around the camp. The Imps cough uncontrollably as the colorful cloud disappears, with their noses wringing a lot, their eyes widened with red with tongues out and swaying their bodies. A trail of sweetness entered their radius and with a small tug, a few Imps began to follow.
I watched as Hikage ran away, a trail of pink leaving her. I heard a shout of excitement from behind as several footsteps came close to my hiding spot and saw several Imps going after my bodyguard. Once it calmed down, I peeked to the side and noticed three Imps remained, and were growling at their brethren going away. Taking my opportunity, I decided to try my skill of being invisible. I took a deep breath and grabbed my sword, taking one breath…two breaths…I ran!
I was already behind one of the Imps when its friend noticed me. I thrust my sword through the back of the Imp, meat, and bone bursting through the front easily. With the momentum, I push forward, taking the tip of the sword and piercing the chest of the second one. Its gag and lack of screaming told me that his heart was done for. I heard a scream of anger that made me quickly let go of my stuck sword and jump back as an Imp lung at my position, who tripped and fell. Taking the opportunity, I didn't hesitate to quickly jump and stomp my boots hard on its head, mushing his skull on the ground.
"How does the dirt taste, bitch?" I insult the 'clearly' dead monsters while cleaning their remains off my bootlace.
Defeated List
[Red Imps x3 - 59 exp]
I swipe the notification to the side as I retrieve my sword from the dead Imps and swat off the chunk and blood. I quickly went next to one of the crates and observed it. Got the usual info before I put my sword on the lid and opened it like a can. Looking inside it, I found…Oh my God.
I hastily moved to the other crates and did the same process on them, sure enough, I was right.
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Name: Egg of Dragmar
An egg that holds a powerful aroma that attracts those who smell it. Similar to Dragmar, former Master Snake of Lustful Aroma.
Status: Good conditions
Effects: Attracts anyone who smells it to its location
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Dragmar…I heard of him alright, at least this new body does. It was a giant snake that lived in a forest close to Thorn. Aside from being bigger than a boa, a typical fantasy size, it would release a powerful aroma that would attract anyone. Those who survive say that they would feel their desire become real and enjoy it, only to be too late at figuring out the trap. Thankfully, it was located and exterminated by some heroes, but it seems that its essence managed to spread to a few places in Eostia, ergo its eggs began to form. While not powerful, if mixed correctly, it can be used to lead enemies into traps.
Or guide an army of monsters to attack a city.
"Three Eggs…" I sense anger as I touch the egg out of the crate. It doesn't feel heavy, but that's because it has air and no life. "To think they wanted to attack Crusch this badly…" I muttered as I moved back. Perhaps one egg would be a challenge to us, but three? This is a deliberate attack on the town.
"Boss."
"Hikage. Your back-!"I turned around and saw Hikage, drenched in guts and blood, all while sporting a neutral look. "You're covered in blood? I said no mercy, but this much?" I find it weird that I'm okay with seeing this much blood.
"Not a single one was left alive." Hikage responded.
Feeling glad that I could not see any wounds on her, I walked up to her while taking a piece of cloth out. "That being said, goblin guts and blood smell bad and can create diseases." I wiped off some blood from her face gently. "What am I going to do if you get sick by threats like that? I do want you by my side."
The greenette looked at me with her mesmerizing amber eyes. I couldn't tell as her emotions seemed nonexistent, but I definitely could see some sort of…admiration in them. "Do…you want me, Boss?" Her question confused me.
Nonetheless, I nodded. "But of course. After all, we were meant to meet each other."
[9 Reputation with Hikage]
[Hikage - 100/100]
Congratulations! Hikage has reached its maximum reputation! Please perform the next action to move on to Affection.
*ERROR*ERROR*ERROR*
Affection Unlock!
Huh?
[100 Affection with Hikage]
[Hikage - 100/100]
Congratulations! Hikage has reached maximum affection! Please perform the next action to move on to ???
[Wait]
('Uhm…Xeno?') I got worried about the error sign and was confused by the hidden meaning behind those question marks.
I may have underestimated how much she needs you.
I suddenly felt Hikage embraced me. I looked down and I could sense joy in her arms. "...Thank you, Boss." My eyes widened as I sensed a tiny amount of relief; one that desperately needed a reason to stay alive.
Something I…needed back in my old body.
Without knowing it, I had already embraced her back. Ignoring the blood that smoothes into my clothes and the smell that I will not be sad about the maid that cleans it…Actually, that is sad, I'll do it myself. "...Of course."
"Lord Cross!" I jump a little as I see the female knight come with ten soldiers. Hikage had moved back, somehow getting off my hug without me feeling it, and stood next to me like a soldier. "Are you alright?"
"At ease, ladies." I said, ignoring the fact that most of the platoon were females and not a single man in sight. "I have taken care of the problem, and good things to…We have a few Imps around. Hikage." I look at my girl, "Take a few of them to where the rest are. Dispose of them."
"At once." Hikage bowed before looking at the girls, flinching at her blank amber eyes. She simply motioned her head as she walked away, half of the girls going right behind her.Turning my attention to the captain, I spoke up. "Listen, once Farasha returns, inform her that I finished the job and meet with me." The captain saluted as she began to order to clean the area. ('Now, if only I could take these eggs without any problem-')
QUEST COMPLETED!
{X} [Mystery Visitor?]
Rewards: 300 silver coins, 15 Reputation with Farasha (Will be active once you inform her)
{X} Bonus Quest
Bonus Reward: 100 exp, Medusa's Glare skill, Item Storage skill, 10 points
Level Up!
Name: Cross Gallon
Race: Human
Class: Pugilist, Swordsman
Title: [None]
Level: 4
HP: 176 (3) - 179 [Regenerates 3 per second]
MP: 144 (2) - 146 [Regenerates 3 per second]
STR: 19 (1) - 20
END: 23 (2) - 25
DEX: 18 (2) - 20
INT: 22 (4) - 26
WIS: 31 (3) - 34
CHA: 23 (2) - 25
LUK: 16 (1) - 17
Points: 55
…How convenient.
I could feel my entire body sweat in disbelief at the wonderful timing of having the cheat skill that is called Item Storage. I received a notification that I can hold up to 100 items and is spacious enough to carry…three double-size beds. Not cheat-mode enough, but still good. In a one-touch, all three boxes disappeared into a hole. I better have this hidden for later.
(Later, Evening)
After the clean-up, Hikage returned with disturbed soldiers, probably because she showed them how to dispose of the bodies, and we all headed back to the manor. I told the captain to go and report to Mother, and Farasha if she is back. With a salute, they all left as I and Hikage went to the guild. This information has to be told.
"Hmmm…This is indeed problematic." Spoke to the guild Master of the adventure guild branch in town. He was an old timer, almost looking like Jiracha from Naruto, except he didn't have any perverted looks, and instead of a ninja outfit, was wearing a fancy, golden trim outfit. "To think three eggs of that dastardly Snake would be close by. From monsters, no less."
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Name: Jim Kyo
Level: 40
Title: Guild Master of Crusch/(Former) Lance of Talon
Class: Master Spearman
Status: Healthy, Concern, Angry
Thoughts about you: Acknowledgement
Born an orphan and raised by Celestine's Sons of Light (an Orphanage for children with no parents) Jim would become one of the most powerful spearmen in the army, his power strikes breaking any defense in seconds. Now retired, he took his dedication to be a guild Master. Currently, Crusch is his home base.
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"A problem indeed." I nodded at his words. "Having one egg is concerning, but three? Something tells me that a big storm is trying to infiltrate our town."
"Quite so. Quite so." Jim nodded. "Not only that, but I do agree with you that those monsters had them perfectly secured, and with scouts. As much as I hate to say it, we may have a traitor in our hands."
I couldn't help but growl at this. Who would just decide to betray us at this moment; where we are at war against a powerful sorcerer that wants humanity to perish?
I'll tell you who; someone who wants control.
Let's face it, at the end of the day, everyone wants to have control of what they do.
And consider the rating sex appealing that in this town (or rather the entire land); I cannot blame anyone for even thinking of doing such a thing.
But I will make sure they'll regret trying to touch my family and friends.
I guess this is what I get for taking the [50% Hentai Logic]
"Please have an eye and ear on the street, boy." Jim told me. "We are dealing with someone who is trying to kill the peace of the town, and as far, your household."
"Will do." I informed as I began to leave. "For the best of everyone, keep this information in silence until we have a proper plan to deal with this problem." I heard a 'humph!' as I left the room.
Outside, Hikage was resting against the wall. Noticing me coming out, she quickly walked to my side. "How did it go?" She asked.
"Usual stuff. The master will have people going around town and inspecting the forest." I presumed this would be the standard procedure. "Let us go home for now. I do believe Kuzaha should be back by now, correct?"
"That's true. Big Sis will have something by now." I hummed at her, my mind remembering that Hikage had come to the term that Kuzaha was her better sister figure.
Despite how we all met, it's a good thing.
We both got out of the adventure guild, passing by a few faces and we were headed to the exit-
"Oh look! It's the bastard of Crusch and his lap bitch!" I could feel my eyes roll when I heard a very annoying, yet familiar tone of voice. Yet, I pay no attention as I continue to walk. "Huh?! Leaving so soon?! Not even going to say hello?!" Trust me, knowing you are more than enough, buddy. "Going back home to suck on Mommy's big tits?! Such an obedient boy!" That irked me a little, but I will not be tempted.
Hikage, on the other hand.
"At least have the balls to look at me, you mindless monkey-"
*Crash!*
I sigh as I look behind, seeing Hikage walking up to me while in the background was a pass-out man with a shaved skinhead under a broken table. Typical medieval armor and blood falling off his mouth. One look at him and even I (just being here recently) can tell I don't like him. But for the sake of knowledge, I used 'Observe'."
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Name: Zack Jaeger
Level: 15
Title: Bold Blabbermouth
Class: Ninja
Status: Hurt, Unconscious?
Thoughts about you: Dislike, Hate, Undeserving
Born from a low-class family, Zack has had a normal life, until his father joins the mercenary group, the Black Dogs. Having witnessed his father's ability grow, Zack followed in his footsteps, becoming a well-rounded fighter. He has a bad reputation for insulting people who he believes don't deserve strength to be given.
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*Shiver!*
My spine went off as I narrowed my eyes. Not Zack, no, the guy is the typical douchebag that believes that people that didn't work hard to earn their place in strength don't deserve it. Nothing wrong here.
My concern was in the description of who he is. 'Black Dogs' member.
I never met them, but I have heard of them. The most, if not, powerful mercenary groups in all of Eostia. Successful at their job, strong in battle, and, currently, a fundamental group that has maintained the war against Garan for a long time. Not only do they have powerful men in their group, they are aberrant there as well. From wolves, orcs, and more.
Last I heard, their boss, Vult or Volt (take your choice) is an excellent leader. Master tactician and swords master since the start of his group. They are very unhinged when it comes to manners, but they get the job done. As long as you do that, anyone can join.
And I started to feel my spine once again to remind myself that I was not to like this group.
Hmmm, seems I have my first suspect of who will bring the storm. Whenever is the entire group or will it come from it is the question.
"Is he dead?" I asked Hikage, who growled in denial at my answer. "Good. I get that Zack is a trouble fucker, but don't let him get to you. That's what he wants."
"That I'll kill him? He can just ask." I almost snorted at the blank stare she gave me.
"Don't we all!" Random comments from the crowd shouted, followed by multiple laughter. "Hell, I'll do it free of charge if it means he'll shut up!" I couldn't stop myself from joining the laughter.
"What do you say?!" I was surprised how quickly Zack woke up, head still bleeding. "You are all just envious of my position as one of the strongest members in all of Eostia!" He shouted before turning his glare at me. "Way better than this pampered, bastard child!"
I rolled my eyes as I wrapped my hand around Hikage's, already feeling her anger reaching her breaking point despite not showing it.
"Ha! Not even defending yourself from an insult?! That's the difference between you and I! You even need to hold your lap whore to keep it in you!" Zack mocked, probably mistaking my actions of saving him.
"Yes, Zack. I get it." I rolled my eyes. "I'm a bastard that got leech into a family, a moron who got adopted and got lucky to be in a countesses home. I'm sorry you don't have the same luxury I have." My tone was so bored of this cliche 'noble bloodline' superiority, that Zack began to grit in anger.
"Don't mock me! I might be in the lower class, but I was born into it!" Zack barked out.
"Your point being?" I asked.
"That you don't deserve to be with Lady Tammana and her daughters!"
Didn't this guy just insult her not too long ago? Why is he being formal now?
"And you are a better choice?" I asked, "A low-class dog that barks very loudly that he has the biggest dick in town, when in fact it is still a runt of a pack that was just born? After insulting her sexually?"
I could hear the guild whisper a 'ooooooooooooh' at that statement, which in reality, shouldn't have been my best choice of words as Zack was already turning violet.
"More like an infant that barely came out of its mother's womb." I snapped my head at Hikage's diss, getting most men to yell hard 'DAAAAAAAAAAMN!'
"You…!" Zack simply took out his silver-clad knife and was already in my face. "Damn you-"
*Flip*Swoosh!*
He barely touched my face with his sword as he was suddenly flung out of the building by a magical force.
"Now. Now. Now. Let's not start a fight here."A smooth voice spoke up. Turning my head to the side, I was welcomed by the sight of a woman-
Ehem! Excuse my tone.
The sight of a DIVA walking up to the center of the guild.
She was a mature, hourglass woman, with peach skin, brown eyes, and H-Cup Breasts. Long bright purple hair under a giant black witch hat, dressed in a black string bikini armor that shows more skin than ever, a long red cape with black underneath, and black slightly pointed shoes. In her hand was a magical wooden staff. Also, she had long pointy ears, but I couldn't tell if she was an elf or a dark elf.
Honestly, this might just be the most R-M I have seen in this Hentai world.
"Everyone knows that no fights should be done inside the Adventurer's Guild." She replied, standing in the center of attention while looking at me. "Lord Cross, please don't give in to petty mockery from those who use words to feel better."
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Name: Dinelynd (Current Name: Sorcerers)
Level: 29
Title: Ultimate Sorcerers, ???
Class: Sorcerers/Witch
Status: Healthy, Calm, Alert,
Thoughts about you: Neutral, Curious
Born with a high affinity for magic, Dinelynd became fascinated by it and wished to learn everything she could about it. Because of this, she chose to leave her kingdom and travel to learn more about magic, becoming Ur's most successful witch.
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('Curious of me?') Very strange, I must say. I don't remember doing any sort of interaction with this woman before, nor have I done anything to catch her curiosity. Also, that current name thing and hidden title? Now I'm curious. "I don't wish to start anything, but that idiot has it in for me badly."
"Is an unhealthy obsession and low self-esteem," Hikage commented.
"So have I heard." The mage said as she began to close her distance. "Seems that whatever you do is bound to bring you trouble."
"Correction. He chooses to continue doing this to cause me trouble." I corrected her statement, which made her chuckle. "But I must thank you, any closer and the woman next to me would have castrated his dick in six ways." I shudder, and I sense every male around did the same.
"But of course." She replied with a small bow, "To let a member of the Crusch Household be attacked like this would be bad for the guild."
"Good to know that," I said before crossing my arms. "Now then, care to say what can I help you with?" My question made her raise an eyebrow, "Because I know you didn't stop Zack just to stop him, Sorcerers."
She looked at me for a moment before chuckling, "I heard that you were a good fighter, but nobody has said you were that smart." I could see some excitement in her eyes, having not expected that I would figure out her intentions for talking to me. "May I please have some of your time, Mi'lord?"
Looking at my corner, it said it was 4 PM. Looking at my other corner, I saw Hikage with her usual look, an aura of suspicion but no malice. "It will depend. Is this worth my time?" I ask.
"I assured you. It will grab your curiosity."
Not going to lie, that confident smile ain't calming me down.
Yet, I couldn't help but like it.
"...Lead the way." I said with a motion to walk to the disclosed area to speak. She turned around and began to walk away, Hikage and I were right behind her.
*BANG!*
"WHO THE HELL THREW ME OUT-!?"
*FWOOSH! BANG!*
I have no idea who was it and what they threw, but that person is now My Fucking Hero!
And that's all! Good God, I must admit, I didn't expect to make 41 pages of this chapter! God! My head is killing me.
Anyway, I hope I did decent for a prologue. I repeat as last time; I am new to this Gamer Fic Self-Inserted writing. I will probably make a million mistakes and this story might not be as most of you expected it to be. All I will say is that I thank you all (To you guys later on) for giving this story a chance to be readed.
Either way, see you next chapter!
Characters References(/In the story):
Farasha Awar Crusch - "Kyonyuu Princess Saimin"
Safina Tani Crusch - "Kyonyuu Princess Saimin"
Tamanna Crusch - "Kyonyuu Princess Saimin"
Evelyn Celebrian - "Youkoso! Sukube Elf No Morie E"
Hikage - "Senran Kagura"
Dinelyn - "Kyonyuu Elf Oyako Saimin"