Chapter 7: The Bathtub
Chapter 7: The Bathtub
Since Lena’s return, Jaejin’s daily life had resumed, though following a slightly different training routine.
The training now actively utilized his increased Demonization duration and relaxed activation conditions. By maintaining both Demonization and an erection through purely visual stimulation—without any physical contact—he managed to heighten the efficiency of his workouts.
"Now, you really should be looking more closely, shouldn't you?"
For instance, while Jaejin performed bench presses, Lena would hover in the air directly above him with her legs spread wide. Or, while he did barbell rows, she would stand right in front of him, lifting her tights just enough to offer a glimpse of her side-boob.
Following her lead, Jaejin would dutifully maintain an erection and draw upon his demonic power, tearing through his muscle fibers to build mass at an incredible rate.
"I think I’ve put on a decent amount of muscle, haven't I?"
Jaejin stood before the bathroom mirror, evaluating his physique as men often do. Though it had only been two weeks since he started the Demonization training method, the changes were visible to the naked eye.
His muscles had developed better than expected, and he felt his body becoming firm. Perhaps he actually had a talent for working out.
Thanks to his progress, his Demonization time, which previously hadn't lasted ten minutes, now exceeded twenty. Even Lena had praised him, saying his growth was finally on the right track.
The assembly of Demon Lord candidates was scheduled for Wednesday, three weeks away. Lena mentioned that with this much time left and his current level, things were proceeding quite smoothly.
However, Jaejin didn't feel particularly confident. He didn't yet have a sense of how significant his achievements were, nor did it feel like those achievements truly belonged to him.
Despite those nagging thoughts, he decided to focus on what he could do for now.
Squeak. Jaejin turned off the faucet and slowly lowered his weary, post-workout body into the steaming bathtub.
"Ahhh... this is the life."
As he submerged himself in the hot water, the sheer refreshing sensation washed away his worries, drawing an involuntary groan of satisfaction from his lips. Just as he was savoring the perfectly heated bathwater, someone else entered.
"Oh my? The water shouldn't be cold, should it?"
Lena walked naturally toward the bathtub, her naked body covered only by a single towel.
Naturally, the small towel couldn't possibly cover all of Lena’s form. Her voluminous breasts, slender waist, and wide hips were clearly visible from the sides.
"Uh, hey, why did you come in? I told you I was going to wash up."
Jaejin quickly turned his head away, trying not to look at her. Lena’s exposed naked body was quite provocative.
Whether he liked it or not, the vivid pleasures etched into his body every time she provided 'assistance,' combined with her ideal and alluring female form, were memories he would have cherished as lifelong fantasies back in his old world.
Above all, this was the first time he was seeing her completely undressed.
Even though she had exposed her breasts, thighs, and armpits during 'assistance,' facing her with everything revealed at once was an overwhelming stimulus.
Lena ignored Jaejin’s flustered state with a playful smile and stepped into the tub. Since it was a large bathtub, there was enough room for them to sit facing each other on opposite ends.
"Hmm? The temperature is lovely and warm, isn't it?"
Lena looked at Jaejin with a curious expression, but he didn't have the mental capacity to answer.
One part of Lena’s submerged body caught his eye. Her large breasts didn't sink; instead, they caught the buoyancy and floated on the surface.
He liked lewd things. Jaejin liked Lena’s beautiful face and her curvaceous body. Even now, he wanted to reach out, grab those floating breasts, and suck on them vulgarly.
However, the constant erections—especially the fatigue caused by Demonization—were starting to take a toll on him.
Most importantly, despite Lena’s many efforts, Jaejin was still incredibly naive.
He had no experience with women in his previous life. Even after coming here, his only interactions were a few conversations with Mari and his relationship with Lena. And even that consisted solely of receiving service under Lena’s lead.
Having had no opportunity to express or strengthen his masculinity, Jaejin was still essentially the same insecure college student he had always been.
"If you keep looking away like that... Hup!"
Lena stood up and lunged toward Jaejin. Splash. As the sound of the water and the resulting spray settled, a massive pair of mounds filled Jaejin’s vision.
Her moist, white skin possessed the freshness of a newly picked fruit, and the pink nipples at their tips triggered an immediate impulse to bite down on them.
Even though he wanted to turn his head, Lena’s face followed him, stopping only a few inches away.
"Hehe, you can't run away, you know?"
Lena’s smile, enhanced by the sensuality of her wet hair, was more than just charming—it was laced with a lewdness that directly stimulated his sexual desire.
Despite his hesitation, Jaejin’s lower body reacted with brutal honesty to the obscene sight.
Perhaps because his blood was circulating faster in the heat, he felt it all rushing to one place. What had been the size of two finger joints quickly grew into a majestic cock.
Seeing his dick grow large enough to poke his navel, Lena licked her lips. She snatched the base of it and began to stroke it slowly from bottom to top.
The underwater handjob wasn't fast, but the sensation of her hand and the stimulation she provided felt even more vivid. Jaejin ended up with a pathetic, rock-hard erection.
As Jaejin groaned at her touch, Lena tilted her head back and kissed his exposed neck.
Her lips pressed firmly against his skin as she licked upward with her tongue, leaving kiss marks all over his neck.
He had no way to endure the combination of the handjob and the erotic movements of her mouth tickling his neck. Jaejin played right into her hands, his erection becoming almost painful.
Then, Lena stopped the neck kisses for a moment and stared at Jaejin for a long time. Unlike her usual self, she asked him a question with a worried face.
"Somehow, you seem to have a lot on your mind today. Did something happen?"
Could a Lust Demon glimpse into someone’s heart just by touching their erect cock? Jaejin looked at Lena’s face, startled that his inner thoughts had been discovered.
Jaejin might not have realized it himself, but to Lena, it was obvious that he was lacking energy, in stark contrast to his aroused body.
While feeling a sense of loss at the sudden cessation of stimulation, Jaejin began to pour out the thoughts he had been harboring, moved by Lena’s concern.
"Just... I’m not sure if I’m doing well."
Unlike his physical growth, which increased day by day, his mental growth couldn't seem to keep up, and it kept bothering him.
He was afraid he wasn't living up to the expectations of the devoted Lena, and he feared her praise might just be a facade. He was anxious about whether he could succeed as a Demon Lord candidate with his seemingly insignificant abilities and body.
As Lena listened to Jaejin’s complaints, she pressed her body tightly against his and began to move her hand again.
"It’s only natural for you to be anxious, Jaejin. It must have been very hard for you in an unfamiliar world with no one to lean on."
At the sensation of her soft flesh against his chest and the stimulation to his cock, Jaejin’s member began to swell once more.
"It is true that you are lacking in many areas compared to the other Demon Lord candidates."
Despite the ego-bruising truth, Jaejin listened intently, his cock standing stiff as Lena continued to stroke him with a relaxed touch.
"But that doesn't mean the effort you've put in here is meaningless."
Her slender fingers wrapped around the base and gradually sped up their strokes along the long shaft. Jaejin’s cock pulsed toward a climax, its veins bulging so prominently they were visible even through the water.
"Have more confidence. No other demon possesses such a magnificent tool as this."
Splurt, splurt. Jaejin’s body contorted as he experienced his first underwater ejaculation. Lena supported his body, stroking his cock as if to squeeze out every last drop of semen.
The white seeds shot into the water, clouding the tub, but Jaejin couldn't move a muscle in the throes of post-nut clarity.
However, despite his pathetic state, he had to say what needed to be said.
"Thanks, Lena. I feel much better now. I’ll keep working hard for the remaining time."
Jaejin was grateful to Lena for listening to his worries and encouraging him.
Sometimes, just venting your concerns can be a help in itself. It clears the head and puts the mind at ease.
The various worries and anxieties he’d had since coming here had been slowly eating away at his confidence. If left alone, he might have caused a major disaster later on.
Jaejin, who had been burdened with many thoughts, felt his heart lighten the moment he started talking to Lena, and by the time he received her encouragement, he felt completely refreshed.
"Hehe, what a cute person."
Jaejin’s honest attitude, which seemed simple yet straightforward, was relatively easy to read, and Lena liked that about his personality.
The way he perked up so quickly after being depressed just moments ago was amusing and made her feel that counseling him was worthwhile.
Since Jaejin had honestly faced his weakness and relied on her, he deserved a reward. It was something that needed to be done anyway.
"Jaejin, let's have you rest well tomorrow and the day after."
"Huh? I’m fine now, so you don't need to worry about me that much."
Jaejin expressed his confusion at Lena suggesting rest when time was of the essence. While he appreciated the concern, he felt now was the time to push forward for their common goal.
That newly formed resolve, however...
"We’re going to have sex using the sperm you collect over those three days, okay?"
...vanished instantly at Lena’s declaration of intercourse.
*
The massive fortress situated behind the great mountain possessed a grandeur that overwhelmed all who saw it, even from a great distance.
"It’s been a long time since I’ve been to the capital."
The blue-haired girl standing at the head of the group looked at the city landscape as clearly as if it were right in front of her, lost in emotion.
As a historic, ancient city, its appearance hadn't changed much since the girl had last stayed there.
There were the granaries and windmills on the vast plains by the river, the surrounding villages and markets, and further inside, the urban center surrounded by castle walls and the ancient castle where the demon executives resided.
As she hummed, recalling the memories she had etched into her mind while walking those streets, one person crossed her thoughts.
"Lena... I wonder if she’s doing well."
The girl steeled her heart. She must not forget her role or her duty to her clan. she had to set aside her feelings for her old friend and compete for the sake of her people.
'Because I am a Demon Lord candidate.'
Still, perhaps a single day of indulgence wouldn't hurt. The girl began walking toward the distant castle.