Chapter 181
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Translator: MadScientist
Chapter: 181
Chapter Title: Dancing with an Orc
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Walking with Claudia for a bit, we spotted an orc sprawled out with its upper body completely burned away. I immediately lopped off its head and rummaged through its belongings. Unfortunately, there was nothing worth taking.
"Hng, hng. Hngh, heung."
"Aren't you a bit too hyped up?"
"Heh heh heh, my heart's pounding like crazy?"
Claudia looked absolutely thrilled.
Mana, the mysterious source of power. The thought that I might have awakened to it must have made her even happier than me. My face started heating up from embarrassment... Seeing her so joyful was the best reward of all.
"Still, we don't know for sure. Don't get your hopes up only to be disappointed..."
"You split an orc in half, didn't you? That's impossible with normal human strength. Obviously, the only explanation is that you've awakened to mana."
"Heh, heh heh heh. Yeah, right?"
"Yeah. That's it. Good job, Katt, such a good boy. Yes, yes. I believed in you. Didn't I tell you? You have the talent of a warrior."
But I still felt a bit fuzzy about it all.
At the crucial moment when I should've exploded with peak excitement, Winia had laid down the iron fist on me. So I couldn't fully savor the joy.
Was this really mana?
Since coming to this world, I'd only ever seen others use mana and magic—I'd never done it myself. And it wasn't like you could just decide to use it without knowing what it was, so that was natural. Still, I'd thought to myself, someday, maybe...
And it happened like this?
I'd cleaved an orc in two with my own hands, but since neither Winia nor Claudia had sensed anything, I wasn't entirely sure. Maybe it wasn't mana at all—maybe it was something like 'divine power' bestowed upon me by Hwanung, the pinnacle of Korean indigenous faith?
Religious folk use divine power born from faith to strengthen their bodies or cast holy skills. I didn't really know the difference between that and mana.
"Oh, the barbarian's back. Hm? What's that? Just the head and nothing else?"
"Sadly. The bastard was broke."
"A bit disappointing. Oh, and I found an orc traditional weapon besides the sword."
"Jackpot."
Anyway, we tallied up our haul. Nearly 3 silver in cash, three swords, plus one orc traditional weapon, a feathered hat, and assorted minerals.
Six orc heads meant at least 9 silver including the cash. Over 2 silver per person would be fantastic earnings.
"Alright, let's head back."
We packed up everything and split the load between me and Kobson. It wasn't too late yet, but dawdling would mean getting caught in the dark. We picked up the pace a bit.
Smack!
"Gah!"
As we walked, Claudia suddenly slapped my ass and started groping it.
"Wh-what the hell!! What are you doing, sis!!!"
"Ahng!"
"What do you mean 'ahng,' you damn—let go!"
With her eyes curved in delight, Claudia clung to me grinning ear to ear. Kobson was walking right in front of us, making it incredibly awkward, but then Winia shoved her staff between us.
"Yeah. Back off, sis. Cut it out."
"Huu... Winia. I can't hold back anymore."
"Who's your sis? And from what I've seen, you're the one lacking common sense. Keep doing that stuff in public? Blackie. Even if you're in heat, you gotta pick the time and place. Right? You have to firmly say no in those situations."
Hearing Winia say that hit me like a log to the head. If we were picking the most common-sense-deficient one among us, it'd hands-down be Winia, wouldn't it? Sure, I'd lived over 20 years on modern Earth and gotten a proper education—I was basically an intellectual.
In this world, that put me above most nobles.
"And don't get so damn thrilled about Blackie. What if it's not mana and you just got lucky being Blackie? Don't cry about it later—prepare your heart first."
"Y-yeah. You're right..."
"Separately, though... Good job, Blackie."
Winia turned her head and muttered softly.
Her profile was flushed bright red. Sensing something, Claudia sidled up behind Winia. What followed was natural but one-sided skinship.
"Stop touching. No, don't touch me, sis."
"But you won't let me touch Katt... I need a substitute?"
"Haa... You're seriously pissing me off. Do whatever."
Claudia started kneading Winia's upper chest as they walked. Winia's annoyed expression contrasted with Claudia's beaming grin.
What?
Was this some surreal scene?
Was I still hallucinating?
I headed over to Kobson first.
He was walking along with a somewhat stunned look on his face.
"Feels like the barbarian went off to some faraway place."
"What're you talking about?"
"They say friendship before women is like a sprout in winter."
"You bastard, don't give up. Only men who don't give up find a mate."
"Don't talk impossibilities to my face."
Come to think of it, he'd confessed to his first love, got rejected, and left the countryside. I'd heard that tragic tale over drinks last time. Well, if he made it big as an adventurer, he could probably get a girlfriend.
Even with that shovel jaw.
We made it through the gates just before sunset. The sky was dyed in twilight hues. Looked like settling up today would be tough...
"Hey, Kobson. Kinda tricky to settle today, so... wanna meet tomorrow?"
"No worries there."
Kobson explained that since he hadn't done much, one orc head, one sword, and 50 copper for his share would be fair. Fair enough... If we went purely by contributions, neither he nor I had done all that much.
"Cool? Works for me then."
"Gotta think rationally, right?"
"Yeah, take this and... see ya. Catch you next time."
"Says the guy with the sore gut who won't see me again. You slutty barbarian."
"You stingy bastard. What about our friendship?"
"Damn it all! Don't talk to me!"
Kobson waved as he left with his share.
Now, should we head back to the inn... or swing by the guild first to cash in the heads? I turned to say as much.
"Hey, wait. Before we go back, let's stop by the guild... What? Why are your eyes like that?"
Against the backdrop of the darkening streets bathed in orange sunset glow, Winia and Claudia's eyes were gleaming.
"Katt. I'm way too worked up. Don't wanna just go straight back today?"
"...Remember what happened last night with Blackie? That thing."
"No way in hell. We're hitting the guild first."
I could already see the future where they'd devour me.
But better to handle business early. Tomorrow I've got mana stuff to deal with. Claudia and Winia were experts, but there was someone even more expert nearby.
Karin.
She'd witnessed mercenaries awaken mana countless times—she'd surely give solid feedback. Claudia was on a whole other level and didn't grasp my state well, and Winia was a different kind of mage from me.
We went straight to the guild and exchanged five orc heads.
To boost our records, two for Winia, two for Claudia, one for me. As soon as we got the money and stepped out, Claudia and Winia grabbed my hands and dragged me off.
"Sigh, fine. Fine. Do what you want."
And so I was hauled back to the inn.
While washing up, I sorted my thoughts again. Mana—had it really taken root in me? I'm from Earth, though? It was frustrating not being able to explain something I didn't understand myself.
Rest today, see Karin tomorrow.
But could I really rest?
They wouldn't leave me alone.
After I finished washing and came out, Claudia and Winia went in together. One at a time meant someone would hog it, Winia said.
"Lucky them."
The power surging from within.
And the distorting mental world.
To me, those two seemed deeply connected. If Karin confirmed it, I might have to quit adventuring for a while and dive into serious training.
Speaking of which, how much money did I have left...? Probably around 80 silver after expenses.
That should be plenty.
Creeeak.
The shower room door opened, and Winia and Claudia emerged wrapped in towels. What could I do? I lay spread-eagled on the bed, counting the wrinkles in the ceiling.
"Katt, you've earned a reward for all your hard work, right? You've been fighting so passionately. Warriors as enthusiastic as you are rare."
"Heh, heh heh heh. A reward... what should I give?"
"Asking like that? Hehe, yeah. What should we do... You decide, Katt. We'll do whatever you want."
"I knew it! You know my heart too well!"
Claudia, lying to my right, traced the scar on my chest with her fingertip and whispered in my ear. My ears were sensitive, and my back nearly arched. But wasn't I the one giving the reward here?
What I personally wanted to try with Claudia was restraining her wrists and ravaging her at will.
"Fucking Blackie hit the jackpot. Hurry up and get it up."
Winia rubbed her wetness against my body. For the usually shy Winia, this was her subtle signal to let's start. Of course, for the one on the receiving end, it was insanely arousing.
"Hya! Super Kim Katt! Erect—ion!"
Thud thud thud thud thud!
I'd become a man who could control my erections at will. Sexual excitement surged, blood rushing to my lower half. My greatsword stood tall, surveying the world like a fragment of a titan.
"Fucking hell, it's up again. So, Blackie. Me or sis—which first? FYI, pick sis and you're dead."
With those words, Winia pressed her lips to mine. Contrary to her sharp words, the kiss brimmed with affection, melting my heart. If she didn't occasionally flip out and hit me, it'd be perfect.
"Hng... Sorry, can't do that? Winia. No yielding today."
As I swapped saliva with Winia, Claudia gripped my penis and slowly stroked it up and down.
"Haup, huup... Sis has had plenty already. Show some restraint?"
"Oh? But Katt's mine? Why restrain myself?"
"Annoying as fuck. I've known you longer."
"I was Katt's first."
Angered by that, Winia kissed me more passionately, hugging my neck tight and grinding her breasts against me to please me. At the same time, Claudia took my penis into her mouth.
Slurp, slurrrp.
Lewd sounds leaked out as she bobbed.
It was pure energy drain status...! With two women aggressively courting me, fog filled my mind, the world turning hazy.
I couldn't think of anything but lust!
"Hngh...!"
Claudia, fellating me while fingering herself, shuddered and let out a muffled moan. She'd cum just from that. She kept sucking me while focusing on her self-pleasure.
"Ahn...! Blackie... I, I can't hold it anymore...!"
Winia pulled away, locking eyes with me hotly. A signal for breasts. I reached out, caressing her chest, then pinched her hardened nipple, drawing a moan from her.
"Kyaa...! Harder, harder...!"
Keep squeezing and milk might come out. Of course not, but I milked her huge breasts like that.
"Haaaang...!"
"Kughhh!!!"
Both women climaxed together. Winia, cumming from her breasts, now begged for below, overlapping with me, while fully ignited Claudia mounted me.
"Heuuk!"
"Haa... Katt, like this? You like it? Yeah? Ahng...!"
Claudia rocked her hips, and I felt like I'd burst. Meanwhile, I fingered Winia's pussy.
"Kya, kyaa! B-Blackie, I, I'm gonna... Hyaaaaang?!?"
Her scream filled the room.
Claudia, just wanting to fuck me, relentlessly milked my semen, while Winia clung seeking affection.
In the end, we fucked endlessly that night until we passed out.