Chapter 86
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Translator: penny
Chapter: 86
Chapter Title: Stealing a Companion's Man (3)
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Somehow, the next day rolled around.
After going all the way with Minerva, and yet nothing came of it.
There was a reason for that.
[—Lady Minerva, if you wish, I could...]
[—The potion isn't working well~? I'll make a new one and bring it next time, so ask me again♡]
[—Tch, alright.]
What could I do if she herself said "next time"?
All I could do was wait.
I had to believe she wouldn't hold out long after getting a taste of my cock.
'Besides, I'm busy now too.'
Another reason I couldn't focus on sealing Minerva's lips.
It was about time I got my own preparations in order.
The expedition to Eisenhardt to find the Hero was tomorrow, after all.
I had to pack my rifle, report to the imperial family, and all that...
"Nngh♡ Guuuuh♡"
"Ohma, no, sis♡"
The imperial sisters who would miss me while I was gone.
I had to fuck Lilia and Luna to their hearts' content.
No matter what, I couldn't neglect this.
That was why exhaustion was etched on my face as I left the palace.
-Step.
"Haa..."
'Mana link... it's really not working no matter what I do.'
Of course, I wouldn't tire from just a bit of fucking.
The real reason for my fatigue was trying to connect my mana to those two throughout the entire session.
I thought if I could make them climax remotely via "resonance" even when apart, they wouldn't feel so lonely.
Didn't work, though. Hmm.
'Well then, maybe I should go find that girl like Minerva suggested.'
Instead of heading straight back, I turned my steps elsewhere.
Toward the Imperial 1st Knight Order Captain, Seraphina.
To get advice on mana control.
The reception wasn't exactly warm.
"You're... Yi Hyun?"
"Lady Seraphina, long time no see. First time since the Citri raid?"
"What brings you here? I'm quite busy."
A pretty sharp tone.
Fatigue around her eyes suggested she really was busy.
Why's she like that with us? Seriously.
"Something wrong?"
"A large number of knights resigned. They're taking positions as guards for rural lords."
"They went for something like that? The mighty Imperial 1st Knight Order?"
"Most were involved with men, so marriage is likely the goal. Can't stop them since they're mostly noble ladies, but..."
"......Ah."
'Overhaul Mod - Virginity Purge, you again, huh?'
Guess they couldn't hold out while I was in the capital.
Fled or retired out of fear of getting "Citri'd."
The 1st Knight Order was left grieving an unexpected talent drain.
'It's affecting friendly forces too, not just enemies? Gotta be careful from now on.'
I bowed my head in apology.
Seraphina chuckled softly.
"Why the long face?"
"Feels bad thinking it happened after I showed up."
"Oh, the friendly spar? Sure, it stung, but it was a fair fight. No knight worthy of the title would refuse to accept that."
"Uh..."
"Stop making that face. It's not like you, the Quartermaster and hero of demon subjugation."
"......"
Man, she really knows how to make a guy feel guilty.
I straightened up a bit.
"I'm heading to Eisenhardt. Anything you need me to pick up? Armor or whatever."
"Hm? The 2nd Knight Order's going on mission too, then..."
"Even rotten, I'm still the Quartermaster. Tell me what supplies you need, and I'll grab 'em quick."
"In that case, about twenty training longswords. It'll take time to train apprentices into full knights, so I'd like quality Eisenhardt steel if possible."
"Got it."
Errand booked to ease my guilt.
Felt a bit better.
Seraphina chuckled again.
"Such a good kid. Anyway, is that all you came for?"
"Oh, right. Could you teach me mana operation?"
"Do you really need my teaching? Your sword energy is already divine realm stuff."
"That's the Blessing boost. Truth is, I'm bad at mana control. Check this out."
"Hmm, in that case..."
And so, the next day—the day of the Eisenhardt expedition.
I rose from bed with a clear head.
Felt refreshingly light today.
'The reason... is this, probably.'
"Status Window."
[Seraphina-style Mana Operation Lv.1 (Rare)]
A operation method self-developed by the daughter of a prestigious family.
Circulates mana naturally through its flow,
without external interference.
'Should've learned this ages ago.'
I'd gotten some personal tutoring yesterday.
For Seraphina's Blessing, "Mana Sharing."
We needed to sync up anyway since it synergized so well with me, she said.
'Efficiency improves the closer you are to someone, right? Fine by me.'
Thanks to that, my body buzzed with energy.
Mana flowed naturally through me.
I was truly grateful to Seraphina for teaching me her secret technique.
[—Is that all?]
[—Heok, heok... Yes?]
[—I thought you were a once-in-a-generation genius, but enlightenment comes slow. Come find me after the Eisenhardt expedition. I'll teach you properly.]
'Even that didn't impress her.'
She seemed pretty disappointed I barely hit Lv.1, but anyway.
My expedition prep was done.
Back in my army days, I'd at least pack a full kit, but...
"Y-Yi Hyun siiiir... G-Good morning..."
"Clara, good morning. All set for the expedition?"
"I've gathered all the food and everyone's luggage!"
"Good work. I'll take it from here."
Yi Hyun here—the man who rose to Quartermaster with supply cheats (not quite a god of war).
No need for that stuff with me around.
That was why the knights' luggage was so light.
'Half of them aren't even bringing squires.'
"Then, Lady Blanc, shall we?"
"Yes. As of now, we begin moving to Eisenhardt. No rush, so we'll go by carriage, but don't slack on escorting key personnel."
"""Yes!!"""
Anyway, we hit the road.
Carriages since we weren't expecting combat.
Escort formation with our carriage—me, Minerva, Lumine—in the center, just in case.
I ended up with the spacious carriage to ourselves.
'Can't be helped.'
Officially, I'm imperial attaché, not 2nd Knight Order.
Lilia's fiancé-in-waiting, plus supply cheat extraordinaire.
The other two were "imperial observers"—actually Sage and Saint, luxury lineup.
Blanc going all-out on security made sense.
They'd originally planned to teleport just us.
'Ended up together anyway. No supplies needed if they bring me.'
I sighed and looked around.
The thick canopy hid the carriage interior.
A smile crept up.
"Heh..."
'Might not even notice if we fuck on the sly.'
Trips get boring.
Might as well fuck Lumine like a snack.
And conquer Minerva while she's out cold.
"Lady Lumine, Lady Minerva. You can take off your hoods now."
"Is that okay?"
"Cleared it with Blanc. No one'll peek inside, so relax during the trip."
"You sure notice these things, Hyun~ Oof."
"Aah, so kind♡"
—Fwoosh. The other two lowered their hoods.
Revealing green and red hair.
Lumine especially had sweat beading on her forehead.
Must've been hot without realizing...
"Mmuht♡ The jolting's intense♡"
"......"
'That's excitement, not the ride?'
First girl I've seen get off from carriage bumps.
Footwork beyond what my long tongue could measure.
I rummaged in my Inventory for a cushion.
But...
"Knew it'd happen, ta-da~! Made something good for Lumi again!"
Minerva pulled something out like she'd been waiting.
Our eyes locked on it.
A potion bottle.
"Oh, what's that?"
"Blocks senses temporarily? Touch gets way duller."
"Something like that exists?! I-I really need it♡"
"But you'll go blind for a bit."
"Eek, isn't that dangerous?"
"Lasts under four hours, and the antidote fixes it right away."
"Still..."
"No need to see in a carriage anyway? Hearing stays, so drink just for the trip."
"Hmm."
Is this really okay?
If it were me, petrification PTSD would've had me screaming.
I worried, but Lumine took it in stride.
"Sure♡"
"You okay with that?"
"Minerva made it for me, and you're right here, Yi Hyun♡"
"Well, if you say so."
—Gulp. The liquid slid down her throat.
Our eyes turned to Lumine.
We watched the light fade from her eyes.
"Lady Lumine, can you hear me?"
"Yes! Amazing. Way easier to endure now."
"Ahem, poured my Blessing into it. Got good stuff from the Alchemy Guild too."
"Hoo."
'Her main job's alchemist?'
Minerva's utility is insane.
No wonder a lowbie like her was in the Hero party.
'ChatGPT-type Blessing or something? Really want that.'
My mouth watered.
Unlike Lumine's mostly useless Blessing, hers seemed super practical.
If I saw an angle, I'd fuck her for it.
'Well then...'
I glanced slyly at Minerva.
With Lumine blind now, perfect chance to conquer her.
She looked back at me.
And...
"Hng~ Oh, Yi Hyun? Come here a sec?"
"Huh? What... whoa?!!!"
—Fwoosh.
——Her hand yanked down my pants.
Not much, just enough to free my cock.
"What are you—"
"Oof."
Not content, she even straddled me.
Facing blind Lumine across from us.
Naturally wrapping my cock with her thighs.
Grabbing the thigh-sandwiched cock with her hand.
"What the hell are you—"
"Lady Minerva? Something up?"
"Nah~ Just sitting?"
—Squish.
"Got time to kill, so potion experiment time♡"
"......"
Minerva finally crossed the line.
Time for some tough love.