Chapter 73: The Older Sister's Reward[R-18]
Translator: RaidenTL
Chapter 73: The Older Sister's Reward[R-18]
Hyun-woo and Lorein really did set out to subjugate the werewolves, just the two of them.
And the result was overwhelming.
‘He’s so strong…!’
Lorein engaged the charging werewolves one by one.
Meanwhile, Hyun-woo picked off the monsters from a distance with his magic.
Faced with a relentless barrage of fearsome firepower, the werewolves fell before they could even get close.
Watching the scene unfold, Lorein swallowed hard.
‘I knew mages were incredible, but to think a fight like this is possible with just two people…!’
Of course, this was only possible because of Hyun-woo’s immense skill.
Her own role was, at best, that of a supporter.
But for a knight and mage combination, this wasn't unusual.
Protecting a casting mage was considered one of the most important duties for a knight on the battlefield.
‘More than anything… this is fun…!’
This was Lorein’s first time in a real battle, surrounded by monsters.
And she was incredibly lucky to be doing it alongside a brilliant mage like Hyun-woo.
With every swing of her sword, she could feel her own skill.
With every monster she defeated, she could feel the techniques she had devised paying off.
After all, she had been taught by Hyun-woo, the man who had practically led the Hero's party by himself.
Her swordsmanship was more than a match for the monsters.
And with each victory, Lorein felt a jolt of exhilarating pleasure.
—KRAAANG!!
Hyun-woo’s magic exploded, striking a werewolf that had been leaping at her from the side.
Perhaps because they had a clear understanding of each other's abilities.
Having him fight alongside her felt incredibly reliable.
‘…So this is what it’s like to fight together.’
Lorein, who had always felt a sense of solitude, had never experienced this feeling of true partnership, not even at the academy.
But Hyun-woo was someone she could trust without a doubt.
The fact that she was overcoming hardship with a comrade made Lorein’s heart flutter with excitement.
A strange feeling welled up, filling her chest.
“Hah…! Hah…!”
How long had they fought so frantically?
Not a single monster remained in the vicinity.
Lorein scanned her surroundings for a moment before she was certain.
They had truly defeated the entire monster horde with just their own strength.
‘…We did it!’
Lorein clenched her fist.
A threat so great it should have required borrowing a knight order from another territory.
And she had defeated it with her own hands.
It was Lorein’s lifelong goal to protect the estate in her father’s stead.
A thrilling sense of accomplishment for finally achieving that goal shot down her spine.
“Hah…!”
Suddenly, a cold sensation on the back of her neck made her shiver.
When she turned around, Hyun-woo was standing there, having approached her without a sound, holding out a bottle of water.
“Good work.”
“…You scared me.”
“The hero of Armeina shouldn't be startled by something like this.”
“…Hero?”
“With an achievement like this, isn’t it fair to call you a hero?”
“Shouldn’t I be calling you the hero? You’re the one who defeated most of them, after all.”
“Then let’s just say we’re co-heroes.”
“Hehe… I suppose so.”
Lorein smiled and accepted the water.
Hearing it put into words, she felt a rising sense of pride and accomplishment.
‘…It’s all thanks to Hyun-woo.’
Without him, she couldn't have even imagined attempting something so reckless.
The Armeina estate would have had no choice but to borrow a knight order.
And she probably would have been despairing, still stuck behind her wall.
Meeting Hyun-woo was truly a stroke of incredible luck.
“Oh, wait a minute. Are you hurt?”
Lorein’s gaze suddenly fell on Hyun-woo’s shoulder.
There was a mark where he had been hit by an attack.
“Ah, it’s fine. Something like this is nothing in a real battle.”
“S-Still, you never know!”
“I’m really okay, so don’t worry.”
Despite Hyun-woo’s words, Lorein’s expression was grave.
How could it not be?
The whole reason Hyun-woo had pushed himself this hard was to avoid burdening the estate.
‘…Hyun-woo didn’t have to go this far.’
Lorein bore the name ‘Armeina.’
Her efforts to protect the estate were her duty as a noble.
That was why she could throw herself in front of a child without hesitation.
But Hyun-woo was different.
He was just a guest, passing through.
In fact, even if Hyun-woo himself had insisted on fighting so recklessly, she should have been the one to stop him.
Lorein realized this far too late.
‘…Hyun-woo was so easy to be around that I forgot the basics.’
Above all, it was the knight’s duty to protect the mage on the field.
But far from protecting him, she hadn't even noticed he was injured.
Lorein’s heart grew heavier.
“……I’m sorry. I should have been more careful.”
“It’s really okay. We fought so many monsters. An injury like this is an honorable wound.”
Hyun-woo gave her a light, considerate smile.
That smile made her feel even more sorry, but also grateful.
How could she ever repay this debt?
Right now, Lorein couldn't think of a single way.
“Anyway, shall we get going? We need to report the subjugation to Lady Priscilla quickly.”
“Yes, let’s.”
Lorein nodded.
In any case, they had successfully completed the monster subjugation.
She felt as if a great weight had been lifted from her shoulders.
What awaited the two upon their report was a scolding from Priscilla.
It was no wonder, considering they had tackled a job that should have required a knight order with just the two of them.
Hyun-woo was a guest of the estate, and Lorein was the lord’s daughter.
Normally, even deploying for battle would have required discussion.
Which was precisely why they had left without saying anything.
Fortunately, since the outcome was good, Priscilla didn't blame them too harshly.
It was true that they had achieved something remarkable.
After finishing her report, Lorein took a quick wash and returned to her room.
“Phew, I’m a little tired.”
Still, knowing the threat to the estate was gone made her feel much lighter.
Starting tomorrow, the people of the estate would be able to go about their daily lives in peace again.
That alone made the effort worthwhile.
‘Just for today, I’ll forget everything and rest.’
—Knock, knock.
Just then, she heard a knock on the door.
Tilting her head, she called for them to enter, and the person who appeared was Hyun-woo.
“Excuse me.”
“Oh? Hyun-woo? What is it?”
Was there something more to discuss about the monster subjugation?
Or perhaps the matter of compensation for handling the aftermath?
But Hyun-woo’s reply went beyond her expectations, delivered as if it were the most natural thing in the world.
“We still haven’t done today’s massage.”
“Wh-What? Wait a minute!”
Lorein shot up, startled.
No matter what, this was not right.
“A-After fighting like that… no, you’re even hurt. A massage… what are you talking about?”
“I told you, didn’t I? This early stage is when you need to receive it intensively. If you skip even a day, there could be side effects.”
“Still, this isn’t right. You need to rest today, too. Don’t worry about me—”
“Nuna.”
Hyun-woo cut her off in a serious tone.
It was the first time he had taken such a tone with her, and Lorein, who had been about to send him away, froze.
“I’m really fine. I’m more worried about your body right now. Do you want to let all the effort we’ve put in so far go to waste just because you missed one day?”
At his words, Lorein was speechless.
She didn't want to face that massive wall she had barely managed to overcome again.
But Lorein wasn't selfish enough to shamelessly lean on Hyun-woo’s kindness like this.
“Still… I’d feel too sorry for you.”
“I’ve told you several times, I’m fine. In fact, I’d be sadder if you missed this chance and lost your opportunity.”
Faced with his earnest eyes and voice, Lorein couldn't say a word.
Having crossed swords with him and fought alongside him, she knew.
Today, Hyun-woo would not back down, no matter what.
‘This just makes me feel too guilty.’
And to think, she had even suspected someone like him.
Yet here he was, trying to help her without any regard for his own injury.
Had she ever received this much trust and kindness in her life?
The fact that there was nothing she could do for him made her feel terribly sorry.
‘If I refuse any further, I’ll just be making things difficult for him.’
…At the very least, she wanted to reduce the burden on him.
“……Alright. Then, I’ll be in your care again today. But in return—”
Lorein’s hand went to her chest, then paused for a slight moment.
But in the end, with hands still laced with hesitation, she slowly began to undress.
—Rustle.
The clothes covering her body fell away, one by one.
Soon, Lorein was left in nothing but her underwear.
Only a bra covering her enormous breasts and a pair of black panties remained.
It was the moment her sensual figure, never before shown to anyone, was revealed to a man with only a thin layer of fabric between them.
More than anything else, those two large masses of flesh were what was most impressive.
“…Is this okay?”
“You said it’s more effective with fewer clothes. And… it’ll be less of a burden on you if there’s nothing in the way.”
It was the greatest show of trust and consideration Lorein could offer.
She didn't want to hide anything from the boy who was going out of his way to help her, even after being injured in battle.
More than anything, she wanted to lessen his trouble, even if only by a little.
Though she couldn't help the way her body kept flinching or the way her cheeks flushed with embarrassment.
‘Ugh… his gaze is so hot…’
This was the first time Lorein had ever stood before another person in her underwear.
She hadn't even done so in front of her mother since she came of age.
In such a situation, the feeling of his gaze on her bare skin was more stimulating than she had imagined.
“Thank you for making a difficult choice. For trusting me.”
“……I’m the one who should be thankful. I’m sorry, but I’m counting on you.”
After speaking, Lorein quickly lay face down on the bed.
She immediately buried her face in a pillow.
She was so embarrassed that she felt like something would happen if she didn't do something right away.
Her firm, panty-clad buttocks rose up, forming a perfect apple-hip.
“Then I’ll start, just like usual.”
And as he looked at that lewd figure, Hyun-woo secretly smiled without a sound.
Of course, the fact that he'd never been injured by a monster in the first place was a secret.