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Wang Yuelong waved his hand: "I can smell the alcohol on you from ten miles away, it's suffocating."
"Oh dear, it's rare to meet such a handsome and unique guy, yet he's so clueless about romance," Shuten-dōji said with considerable regret.
Eri was somewhat confused: "Handsome guy? My master?"
Although Mochizuki Oboro's looks are above average, he can only be described as handsome, and he is still a bit far from outstanding.
“It’s not the physical form, but the soul,” Shuten-dōji countered. “Can’t you feel it? That strange allure.”
Eri fell silent.
Another one? Does Master have some kind of strange or unusual constitution?
Stheno, Euryale, and now Shuten-dōji.
"Judging from your attire, you must be exorcists?" Shuten-dōji asked.
Mochizuki Oboro cut straight to the point: "Your actions have had a significant impact on Livia's business, and I'm here to resolve this issue."
"So direct right from the start? I think we could have chatted over a banquet first."
Shuten-dōji said with delight, "Fine wine, desire, battle, deception—there is nothing more interesting than this."
Whether through negotiation, killing, or other means, Mochizuki Oboro's only goal is to render the three demons harmless.
Medusa and the others simply wanted to live somewhere free from human disturbance, but Shuten-dōji's actions were clearly far more heinous.
Getting the demons to stop their looting without causing a riot...that's really difficult.
The chirping of insects rose and fell in the dimly lit woods, seemingly without end.
Shuten-dōji's large expanse of bare skin captivated Erise's gaze. Despite being a man of utter poverty, he possessed a sense of threat no less than that of Stheno and Euryale.
Why do all these monsters have charm abilities?
"Judging from the conversation I just overheard, even if we can kill Shuten-dōji, Ibaraki-dōji will definitely go berserk."
Mochizuki Oboro sighed with a sense of trouble: "Even if we deal with these two leaders, as long as the demons cause damage in the surrounding area, the mission will not be a perfect success."
Shuten-dōji downed the wine in his cup in one gulp, the glistening droplets sliding down his fair neck to his collarbone. The passively emanating allure made Eri-se click her tongue in displeasure.
"As mutants, you've probably been subjected to a lot of contempt, haven't you? Rather than taking money to work for humanity, you'd be better off indulging in your own desires."
Shuten-dōji gave Mochizuki Oboro a conciliatory look: "No matter what kind of desire it is, it's nothing compared to what I have in front of you."
“That’s why you demons are absolutely incapable of coexisting with humans. Despite possessing intelligence, you are completely immersed in biological instincts.” Eri Se resolutely rejected the other party’s invitation.
Shuten-dōji retorted dismissively, "No living being is immune to desires. What do you pursue? Money? Fame? Or physical desires? Compared to humans' attempts to hide their desires, we are much more straightforward."
"I..." Eri was momentarily speechless, unable to refute.
After thinking for a long time, Mochizuki Oboro nodded in agreement: "I will attend the banquet tomorrow, just the two of us."
"Master?!" Eri Se stared in disbelief.
"Hehe~ I like this straightforward way of communicating." Shuten-dōji nodded in satisfaction: "See you tomorrow then."
……
At dusk, in an inn in a town near Mount Oe.
Mochizuki Oboro revealed his plan: "The demons love pleasure, so I will infiltrate them to investigate and find out where they keep their wine."
"What about me? Should I come along?" Eri asked.
"No need. You pretend to part ways with me and go to the capital to ask a reliable sorcerer to prepare the potion. I will find an opportunity to plant the drug at a large banquet, so that all the ghost species will lose their ability to resist. Afterwards, you will bring reinforcements to wipe them out in one fell swoop."
Mochizuki Oboro's plan wasn't foolproof, but since this was a lighthearted galgame world, it should be feasible.
Eri couldn't help but ask, "Master, what about during my time traveling to the capital...?"
Wang Yuelong said, "I will hold on."
Chapter 9 The world line ends
The mornings at Mount Oe are no different from anywhere else.
Trees and grasses glistening with morning dew, birds chirping incessantly—a harmonious scene of nature.
The ghost in front of him just seemed a bit out of place.
"As you can see, sir, it is only me."
Shuten-dōji said to himself, "No, 'one oni' is more appropriate... Should we use '个' or '只' as the measure word?"
“I’m more interested in what this title means,” Mochizuki Oboro changed the subject: “Master?”
"Your goal is to tame me, isn't it? In that case, titles like Master, Master, and Lord are all fine, but I prefer the title Lord."
Shuten-dōji exhaled a fragrance like fruit wine. If it weren't for the talisman against mind control that Mochizuki Oboro had placed on her back, she would most likely have become her plaything again.
As requested yesterday, the only attendees at this banquet are Nozomi and Shuten-dōji.
The banquet was held inside a cave known only to Shuten-dōji.
Despite being called a cave, the interior is not shabby at all: precious wood, various decorations, and unique furniture.
"Stolen from a caravan?" Mochizuki Oboro sat down on the ground.
Shuten-dōji sat down opposite him. "Since you already know, why ask again?"
After saying that, she pulled on the rope beside her.
A loud noise came from the entrance, and heavy stones completely blocked the cave entrance, cutting off all light and making it pitch black.
"That exorcist's seal was called Igni, wasn't it?" Shuten-dōji casually said, "Master, please light the lamp."
Mochizuki Oboro snapped his fingers, and a small flame ignited between them.
To deal with different situations, exorcists must learn simple spells called signs, and Igni, who can light fire, is one of them.
Shuten-dōji filled the cup with sake and pushed it in front of Mochizuki Oboro: "This is how you feel."
Under the warm orange light, Shuten-dōji's face appeared even more alluring, possessing an indescribable and eerie beauty.
"Didn't you prepare any snacks to go with your drinks?" Mochizuki Oboro asked, picking up his wine bowl.
"For demons, aren't humans the best snack to accompany their drinks?" Shuten-dōji chuckled as he approached and unbuttoned his wide robe.
According to Mochizuki Oboro's speculation, the reason why the monsters are so interested in him is mostly due to his skill "The Charm of the Root (E)".
Whether it's Stheno, Euryale, or Shuten-dōji, they all possess a subtle, almost imperceptible, attraction, which aligns with the characteristics of the E class.
If this skill is leveled up to the maximum, will it turn me into a humanoid succubus?
"So what are my snacks to go with my drinks?" Mochizuki asked.
Shuten-dōji remained silent, but with a strange smile, he slowly sat down on Mochizuki Oboro's lap.
Then, she reached out and grabbed Mochizuki Oboro by the throat.
"Isn't it interesting to indulge in fine wine while simultaneously fighting each other, to be intimate while deceiving one another?"
Shuten-dōji said with a strange smile, "My lord is the only male I've ever been interested in."
"Heh." Mochizuki Oboro's lips curled into a smile as magic gradually gathered in her right palm.
"Don't believe me? The master will find out soon enough."
Shuten-dōji smiled seductively: "You'd better keep your eyes wide open and carefully check for anything red later."
Although Shuten-dōji's skin felt smoother and more delicate than mutton fat jade, Mochizuki Oboro had no time to care about that.
Extend your right hand and place it over the other person's heart.
"Master really has plenty of leisure time." Shuten-dōji tilted his head back and drank, completely unaware of the touch coming from his heart.
boom--
The impact of the Alder sign directly blasted Shuten-dōji off Mochizuki Oboro.
Shuten-dōji quickly adjusted his body in mid-air and landed steadily.
"Oh dear, that was really dangerous, I almost died."
The crimson patch on his chest confirms that what Shuten-dōji said was true.
If the spell had been cast by a skilled sorcerer instead of Mochizuki Oboro, her heart would have been pierced by now.
Mochizuki Rin's neck was also slightly red.
Both sides are serious.
"Ha~" A flush rose on Shuten-dōji's face: "That's how it should be. Neither I nor my master need to restrain our desires."
What just happened was less of a fight and more of an extremely distorted interaction.
In order to gain Shuten-dōji's trust, you complied with her actions.
[Automatically skipped. New static CGs can be viewed in the gallery after the game ends.]
The next day.
The demons of Mount Ooe huddled together, letting out excited howls.
Upon learning that Shuten-dōji had brought back an exorcist, Ibaraki-dōji couldn't resist the urge to spar with him.
If it weren't for Mochizuki Oboro's statement yesterday that she was too exhausted, Ibaraki-Douji would have already made his move yesterday.
"You do smell really good." Ibaraki-dōji picked up his longsword. "You must taste good too."
"I will be the one standing on the ground." Mochizuki Oboro drew his sword.
[Boss Battle Begins]
Ibaraki-doji
[Strength: B]
Durability: C
[Agility: A+]
【Magic Power: C】
【Lucky: B】
[Possessing Skills: Demon Seed (A), Regroup (A)]
If Medusa's suppression relies on her Mystic Eyes, then Ibaraki-doji's suppression is purely based on numerical values.
Aside from the unknown luck attribute of Mochizuki Oboro, Ibaraki-doji has a leading advantage in the other four attributes.
"3, 2, 1..."
Shuten-dōji, acting as the referee, announced: "Begin."
Ibaraki-doji seized the initiative and adopted a suppressive offensive; his superior strength and speed left you somewhat stretched thin.
[You used exorcist's signs to engage it, maintaining a temporary balance, but your stamina is still being depleted second by second.]
After another confrontation, Mochizuki Oboro decided to take a risky approach, deliberately creating an opening by deliberately revealing a weakness.
As expected, Ibaraki-dōji, already in a frenzied state, attacked without hesitation.
[The simulation skill "Monster Master (A)" has been activated; you have seen through Ibaraki-doji's weakness.]
Mochizuki Oboro changed her move in an unbelievable way, and with a flash of cold light, Ibaraki-dōji's abdomen was pierced straight through.
The demons gasped in shock, and Ibaraki-dōji stared at his wounds in disbelief.
You have gained the upper hand for now.
[Ibaraki-doji's skills "Demon Seed (A)" and "Regroup (A)" have been activated, greatly healing his injuries.]
"Heh, hahaha, hahahahaha!" Ibaraki-dōji burst into laughter instead: "I can't believe a human could make me look like this."
Wang Yuelong scoffed and adjusted his breathing to prepare for battle.
Demons do indeed possess self-healing abilities far superior to humans, but this is the first time he has ever seen Ibaraki-doji maintain his momentum even after being pierced like this.
The subsequent attacks were even more ferocious than the initial ones. You barely managed to protect your vital organs, but you were already covered in wounds.
Shuten-dōji showed no intention of stopping the fight, merely watching with a smile. The shouts of the demons grew louder and louder.