Chapter 553
Chapter 553
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Translator: uly
Chapter: 553
Chapter Title: 553. Reincarnated as the Plum Blossom Sword Master in the Count's Family
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I'd returned to the original world.
It was a dim labyrinth.
Leaning against the labyrinth wall were the twin sisters, Heli and Kelly.
Feeling my body lighter, I looked toward the center of the room.
There was Yuria.
On the ring finger of her left hand was the ring I'd given her.
I knew full well that everything I'd been through wasn't a dream.
Ku-kung.
A massive rumble echoed through the labyrinth, signs of collapse. But it wouldn't matter for another three years, so no need to worry. Three years from now, the labyrinth would crumble, and Labyrinth City would become just another ordinary town, but that was none of my concern.
"Yuria. How'd it go? Did you advance your realm?"
Yuria's aura was the same as always, and I didn't have the skill to gauge her exact level. She closed her eyes briefly, as if examining herself, then opened them and smiled brightly.
"Yes. Fortunately, my realm advanced as planned."
Upper Aura Master. Upper Arch Mage.
A level where she could be called the strongest human in this world without exaggeration.
'I was worried it deviated from the original story, but it worked out in the end.'
She seemed to have successfully absorbed the labyrinth's energy. And judging by how light my own body felt, I'd benefited somewhat too.
I strode toward Yuria. We'd just been lying naked together in bed moments ago. That heat still lingered inside me, unquenched.
I spread my arms and pulled her into a tight embrace.
"Ah... Master."
"Maybe this is the dream. I need to confirm you're really my Yuria."
"Yes. Please, verify as much as you like."
My hands slipped under her clothes. Soon enough, we completely ignored the twins in the corner and spent hours lost in sex.
"Ahh...!"
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Afterward, I called over the Heli and Kelly twins and asked about everything.
What changes had occurred while we were gone?
According to them, nothing at all. No monsters had entered, no adventurers had shown up.
Five days.
For the five days we'd vanished, they'd just sat quietly in this dim place, waiting.
"Mr. James... Water... Could you give us some water? Our throats are so dry."
"We haven't eaten anything for five days. We're going to die..."
I pulled water and food from my inventory.
These twins were to become my slaves. Couldn't have them dying here.
'First, head back to Labyrinth City, sell off the monster byproducts all at once, then use the mirror tunnel to return to the territory.'
Using the mirror tunnel would save me a spatial movement scroll. Kneading the breast of Yuria, who was nestled in my arms, I made my plans. Something about fondling her chest sharpened my mind exceptionally. Maybe I should call Yuria's breasts my pouch of wisdom.
"W-We... if we go back, will we die?"
"We'll do anything. Just spare us. We don't want to die."
With full bellies, Heli and Kelly pleaded with me. They knelt on the floor, clutching my legs.
"How dare slaves touch their master's body so freely. Get off."
At Yuria's cold words, they flinched and pulled away in shock.
I gripped Yuria's body tightly.
"Ignoring your master even after recognizing him—isn't that presumptuous for a maid?"
"Eek... S-Sorry..."
"Yuria. You need punishment too. Standing carry-fuck until we reach the city."
"...Yes, Master. I'll gladly take my punishment. Ahh...!"
Like a cicada clinging to a tree, Yuria latched onto me. Naturally, my cock had merged with her pussy.
"Eek... Haaah...!"
She let out soft moans, sniffling as she trembled. I draped my cloak over her to hide it. Though anyone who saw us would sense something off.
"Heli, Kelly. Lead the way up. If you think you can escape us, feel free to try."
I unlocked the shackles binding Heli and Kelly.
"But what happens if you're caught again... use your imagination."
I grinned, and they frantically shook their heads.
"N-No! We have no intention of running!"
"We'll faithfully obey Master's orders!"
They knew Yuria was an Aura Master. Logically, escaping one was impossible. Accepting reality, they complied.
The Heli and Kelly twins began guiding us.
"Hngh... Ahh...! Too deep, Master... Ahh...!"
I carry-fucked Yuria while following their lead.
"Kyaaak?!"
A Death Cleaner appeared midway. A monster too much even for the twins. But a black bolt from the ceiling tore it apart in an instant—Yuria's doing, even as she was getting pounded.
'As expected of Yuria. She's even stronger now.'
With Yuria's help, we ascended without monster worries.
Along the way, we found rotting corpses. The twins' former comrades. The bald one's body seemed to have been crawling when the Death Cleaner severed its body and head. Blood and guts decayed, filling the air with a foul stench.
'Death Cleaners don't eat living things. I figured it'd end like this.'
Heli and Kelly trembled at the sight. They got the message: resist me, and this is your fate.
Managing them just got easier.
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I stopped by the adventurer guild to sell the monster byproducts.
Unlike last time, the guild was chaotic. Staff bustled about, adventurers glancing nervously.
"Ah, Mr. James!"
The staffer who'd guided me before rushed over.
"Here to sell byproducts, but you seem busy."
"Busy, but business proceeds. I'll guide you."
"Nothing happened in the labyrinth. What's going on?"
"Further south, in Collita City, a massive undead horde appeared. The guild's fully mobilized to evacuate civilians and exterminate them."
"A massive undead outbreak. Big trouble."
It happened sooner than Worjack. But I stayed calm, unflustered. War would come early too. All as predicted.
"Huge. Casualties already over 2,000. Double if you count the unidentified."
"Undead numbers?"
"At least 6,000. Guild expects more as time passes."
"That's an undead legion. They didn't just drop from the sky. What's the cause?"
"Investigation team dispatched, but nothing confirmed. Higher-ups suspect artificial summoning by some group, not natural."
"You think someone could raise that many? Odd."
"I agree it's unlikely... but higher-ups differ. Guild's swamped recruiting for undead subjugation. Mr. James, if you're willing, join for the continent? Emergency pay guaranteed."
He showed documents. Benefits for joining undead subjugation listed—generous for an emergency.
But no reason for me to step in. Pay was peanuts compared to my earnings.
And even if I did nothing, the horde would eventually be quelled. Though the southern continent would be a mess.
"Sorry, can't. Finished my business here. Heading home."
"...I see. Continent's tense lately—safe travels."
"Collita's not far. Be careful there too."
That night, I returned to Tevra territory.
A few days later, Kyle went south on guild request.
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"Doesn't the head maid's vibe feel looser lately?"
Amanda, one of the combat maids, spoke up. With her long blonde hair, voluptuous body, and sultry aura, she and the others lounged in the break room, sipping coffee and munching snacks.
"Yes! The day before yesterday, I accidentally broke a window, and she didn't scold—just said be careful."
"Why break windows? You do it weekly."
"Ah, well... short legs, keep tripping."
"Watch your feet."
"Boobs too big, can't see my feet."
"......"
The maids chattered noisily. Mostly idle gossip, but all agreed Yuria had softened a bit.
"The already beautiful head maid got even more beautiful?"
"More feminine, somehow."
"I like her now. Used to be intimidating."
"You girls really clueless?"
Amanda eyed the young maids pityingly.
"Huh? About what?"
"Ring on head maid's left ring finger. Pretty one, not cheap."
"Oh, r-really? Don't notice hands much..."
"True. Ring there, probably Master's gift?"
"Saw her smile quietly at it before. Wouldn't unless from Master."
"Head maid becoming lady of the house?"
"She's qualified."
The maids giggled, spinning tales.
Then the break room door opened. Speak of the devil—Yuria, the head maid.
"Wondered where everyone went... All here. Still work hours. Back to posts."
"Ah, Head Maid! Y-Yes! Right away!"
Maids jumped up, filing out.
"No rush, take it easy. ...Amanda. You're too relaxed."
"Work's done. Break time?"
"Forgot evening AM unit training for war prep?"
"...Tomorrow?"
"Today. Prepare."
"Ugh, wanted to rest~."
Amanda grumbled off.
Alone, Yuria quietly raised her left hand. A smile curved her lips as she gazed at the ring.
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Level: 65
Intelligence: 50
Libido: 68
Available Points: 1,247
Back to reality.
This was my current status and points.
I'd already decided where to spend them, so my hand moved without hesitation.
850 points spent to raise Shadow Heaven Style from Lv.7 to Lv.10.
Knowledge of Shadow Heaven Style flooded my mind. I sat blankly on the floor for a long while. My fingers itched with the new insights.
'These are definitely the forms I knew... but with added knowledge, they feel brand new.'
I wanted to test them immediately, but this was home. Swinging a sword indoors meant cleanup duty for me, so I held back.
'Still, something's missing. It's right there, almost graspable... feels off.'
I realized belatedly what it was.
The pinnacle of Shadow Heaven Style.
Jin Se-young had mentioned it once. Shadow Heaven Style had secret techniques too. Like ultimate moves in a manga.
'Raise the level more, and I'll learn it?'
I had only 397 points left.