From Today, Our First Day ^^
I open my eyes. Still staring at that unfamiliar ceiling. From morning, I gaze at the tent pitched down there and reminisce about yesterday.
It wasn't a dream. I'm really in this world!!
Whenever I think back, the memories of this body's original owner, Ja Woong-cheon, flood in. By my standards, he was total trash. No, honestly, anyone would see him as trash... A guy with no real skills, just obsessed with sex—tsk tsk tsk—he inherited the cult leader position from his father and used his handsome face and smooth talk to deceive the followers.
The number of times he had relations under the excuse of the Purification Ritual...
How many times has this body had sex?
Exactly 1,214 times since becoming an adult up to today.
Including similar sexual acts, it's 3,497 times.
??? This guy's completely insane. The Bliss Cult leader inherits the position on the day they become an adult. The previous leader, his father, handed it over and ascended. Ascension, my ass—his memories just show his father's back as he ditched him without a word.
But this bastard's been leader for three years and already at 1,214 times?? That's like four times a day? How does the body even hold up?;; And with similar acts included, over three thousand... Madman...
I recall the memories. This prick didn't care about age—he just fucked around...
Whoa, this won't do. I need to include it in the doctrine to put a stop to it. Anyway, as the cult leader of this pseudo-religion, my word is God's word. The followers' faith in the Bliss Cult runs that deep.
They say that on the day they call the apocalypse—what every cult rambles about—their god Rakxia will descend to earth and save them. The precursor is the day the sun is engulfed in darkness. A total solar eclipse, obviously. That's why Left Protector said yesterday that the day hadn't come yet. Whatever, I can rewrite that from now on...
How many devotees does the Bliss Cult have?
Total: 1,719.
Women: 1,607, Men: 112.
Is that ratio right?;;
"Ugh..."
Hearing my groan, a voice comes from outside.
"Leader, did you cough? Shall I prepare right away?"
The "preparation" here means the female devotees who serve as maids come to clean my dick. This is how mornings start. Ja Woong-cheon would get horny during that and fuck like a beast, over and over. No wonder he hit 1,214 times... Of course, I did it with Left Protector yesterday too, the first time I saw her... Eh, whatever! I'm gonna enjoy the harem from now on!
"Leader?"
Oh, right.
"Yes."
Moments later, the door opens, and two beautiful women in their early twenties enter, carrying a basin of warm water and towels.
"Then we shall commence the Resonance Ritual."
They really slapped a name on everything. Ritual, my ass—it's just a handjob. Unlike my head, my dick's already throbbing eagerly. Full of energy...
Who exactly are they?
Devotee #432 (left), Devotee #433 (right).
The numbers are assigned by join order.
No birth names—they're lifelong believers.
Twins? They do look similar. Devotees don't have names. They abandon their worldly ones upon joining the cult. The lowest rank is called "Nameless." Then Acceptor, Devotee, Embracer, and Enlightened, in order. A rank system. Perfect for multi-level marketing or cults. Smart people here too. Or rather, it's been passed down through history? Cults exist in every world.
"...Thank you."
At my words, they gaze at my face, moved.
"Such an honor..."
Their faces flush as they trail off. My dick throbs harder at their shy demeanor.
"Oh!"
She lets go in surprise but quickly realizes and gently grips it again. They meticulously wipe it with a warm, wet towel.
"The ritual is complete. Shall we prepare breakfast?"
They give it one final dry wipe, then exit at my gesture.
Soon after, the breakfast they bring is way too much for "morning" food. The table's practically buckling;; Mostly nourishing dishes, as expected. By the time I'm done eating, my dick—softened during the meal—naturally hardens again.
Whew... After breakfast, I do some light exercise for health. That's why there are these lean muscles. Then morning doctrine: a speech to the gathered devotees... Just ramble about the apocalypse coming, the need for Purification Rituals, and preparations, dressed up in fancy words.
"Leader, it's time for your speech."
Perfect timing. Chat XPT. I'm counting on you.
What a fine day. Perfect for spouting bullshit under the guise of a sermon.
I stand before the outdoor altar, looking at the gathered devotees. Over a thousand, so the space is pretty vast... On the altar is a tool that amplifies sound like a mic. I naturally read the script Chat XPT prepared for me.
"I am Rakxia."
Ahem. I pause dramatically...
"The one you called by that name, Rakxia, has finally reached this place."
The murmuring devotees shout.
"Lady Rakxia!!"
I raise my hand to quiet them.
"The day of judgment has not yet come. But the leader's prayers reached the heavens, so I descend first to prepare."
Hmm, do they really buy this crap?
"The whispers that reached only those who listened with their ears... now flow from my mouth!"
"Lady Rakxia!!"
Guess they do...
Act like spirit possession has ended.
Lower your head and slump like you're exhausted.
I follow Chat XPT's instructions. The devotees murmur. I act like I've come to, then declare, "I, the 12th Leader Ja Woong-cheon! By Lady Rakxia's command, I shall purify you all before the day of the end!"
"Waaaaah!!"
Cults are terrifying...
On the way back to my room after the sermon, Left Protector approaches.
"Leader..."
Her eyes full of longing. Can't forget yesterday, huh?
"The guest from the Murim Alliance you mentioned has arrived."
"Murim Alliance?"
Not that. But a guest? Let me think... Who was coming today... This prick has no memory of anyone visiting;; I mime typing in the air, querying Chat XPT. Left Protector watches from the side. To her, it must look like I'm hearing God's voice.
Who is the guest visiting Ja Woong-cheon today?
Jeon Hye, the strategist of the Murim Alliance.
A smart woman who rose to strategist at 28.
Why is she coming?
To lower the distribution price of Blood Jade Tea.
Blood Jade Tea—a red tea that boosts internal energy. Every martial artist wants it, but it only grows here where the Bliss Cult is located. It's the cult's main revenue source.
Hmm... gotta sell this expensive.
"Ah, Jeon Hye must be here. Got it. Lead her in."
"Yes, Leader."
A flashy room. Everything inside is pink. How's it glowing like this? A reception room like a motel bedroom... There's even a bed in the back. What the hell is this place;;
Jeon Hye and I sit at the round table in the center. Her escort warrior and Left Protector stand by our sides.
Jeon Hye's first impression: neat and composed. Her gray updo stands out especially.
Useful info on Jeon Hye I should know in advance.
From now on, answer all my questions briefly.
Reason for visit: Lower Blood Jade Tea distribution price.
Will claim merchant markup increased.
Actually, rebate between Murim Alliance and merchants.
Post-war, Jeon clan status dropped in Alliance.
Dropped further after her mother's death.
Aims to rebuild base with this deal.
Bigger plan: Weaken cult influence.
Gotta watch my words.
How to make it advantageous for me?
While I check Chat XPT's response, Jeon Hye speaks.
"Leader, we've had enough tea. Shall we discuss business?"
"Four nyang."
My sudden words stiffen her expression.
"What do you mean all of a sudden... You're saying raise it from two to four nyang?"
I nod again. She takes a breath, staring at me intently.
"Please consider our situation."
She forces a smile, hiding her face by sipping tea again. But the answer's set.
"Four nyang. No less."
Four nyang is a common household's monthly living expense.
"That's already too much. For tea enough for just ten brews..."
I cut her off.
"Don't want it? Fine. The seller sets the price."
"Please think of our side too. For the sake of our past dealings."
For 20 years, all Blood Jade Tea from the Bliss Cult has traded exclusively with the Murim Alliance. It was pricey, but there was a "certain deal" with the previous leader—my body's father.
"Four nyang."
She bites her lip hard.
"The merchants raised their price, so I have nowhere to back down."
As Chat XPT said. I smile at her.
"You're getting a kickback anyway."
No change in her expression. Good poker face.
"Never."
"Whatever, four nyang."
"Leader!"
"Or like your mother and my father back then..."
She interrupts.
"No, that's..."
Poker face cracked. She knows about the "certain deal" too.
Nothing special, really. Like Ja Woong-cheon, her father was a sex maniac too. Probably just as bad, if not worse. Anyway, the "deal" was sex. Long live the sex-obsessed Bliss Cult.
Back then, Jeon Hye's mother, Jeon Jang-ryeong, traded exclusive Blood Jade Tea distribution rights for sex with the previous leader. After her husband's death, she needed to solidify her position in the Murim Alliance. The previous leader's offer must've been sweet: the Alliance had eyed but never secured that tea. Exclusive rights would boost her status.
For the previous leader, steady funds and sex with one of the renowned Central Plains Three Virgins? Win-win. He was mad enough to want every woman in the world.
Is it Ja Woong-cheon's influence from reincarnating? I'm starting to feel that lust too. Triggered from yesterday with Left Protector...
I glance at Left Protector, who's been listening to our talk. Our eyes meet; she shyly looks away.
"Garum. Step out for a bit? I need to speak with the Leader alone."
Jeon Hye dismisses her escort. I gesture for Left Protector to leave too.
"You know what happened between the previous leader and my mother?"
"I'm the leader. I grew up hearing her scream from the cult residence once a month for 20 years."
She looks shocked at my crude words. But soon, shame reddens her face again.
I scan her slowly. Moderately large breasts. Slim waist. Lithe figure. Especially that slender nape exposed by her updo—cheating. My dick throbs in response.
"But lowering the price for that would hurt you, Leader, no?"
Coming on strong?
"I know your real goal. But with a 'certain relation,' I'll forget it. And drop Blood Jade Tea to three nyang."
"It was two before..."
I cut her off.
"No, four from now on. If not, you'll fail the negotiation and lose status in the Alliance. I don't care."
Ja Woong-cheon's influence? Why am I acting like such a lecherous villain? Peaceful times are nice. The Jeon clan, famed for strategy and leading operations, bickering over tea distribution. Just like her mother and the previous leader.
She seems lost in thought. Answer's set anyway.
Finally, resolved, she speaks.
"Once per quar...ter."
I shake my head, interrupting.
"Once a month. Same terms as before. But if you satisfy me, back to two nyang."
I perch on the bed in the back.
"Come here. From today, our Day 1."