Chapter 23
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Translator: MadScientist
Chapter: 23
Chapter Title: Na Cho Mu: Pure Love Bed-Sharing with Madam
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Sat down and ate and drank like there was no tomorrow.
Ever since tripping into this world, I'd been eating and drinking pretty well—no complaints there.
Even if every dish was unfamiliar.
'It was all strictly Western-style back there.'
Compared to that, this place felt folksy and comforting.
Plus, the portions were generous.
I realized you really had to spoil yourself with a feast like this every now and then.
And today, I'd gone through hell to earn it.
'From here on out, I'll build my strength steadily. I saved Madam, but you never know.'
I still didn't know what love really was.
Sure, I'd won her heart and saved her.
But with MILFs, it was all about the conquest.
Right now, I'd just breached the walls and entered the city.
'To fully claim her heart... marriage, maybe?'
A chill ran down my spine.
Marriage, all of a sudden?
I shook my head vigorously.
I could do anything with the person I loved.
But I was still in my early twenties.
'No, no. Take it slow. I'm not a virgin anymore, right? Still a total nerd, though!'
I downed my glass in one go.
The subtle grape aroma of the wine soothed my mind.
That aside, another thought crossed my mind.
'Isn't it about time to reinforce Almas? What's the condition this time?'
⚙ SYSTEM NOTIFICATION ⚙
'Foreigner's Concept Book' activates.
Almas's secondary unlocking requires two attribute-matching reinforcement stones and one special byproduct. Violating this condition may cause regression to the previous stage.
I whistled.
I had the reinforcement stones.
The special byproduct—did that mean the sea urchin-shaped core?
'I'll check tomorrow.'
I looked around.
The territory's residents were laughing brightly, dancing near the campfire.
A burly middle-aged man was singing.
"Tiny devils seized the forest.
The whole earth groaned in pain.
Just when an age of despair seemed upon us.
Behold, the adventurer of icy fury has vanquished the evil!"
I gave an awkward smile and clapped.
My feats already turned into a song.
I was thrilled.
Feeling like a celebrity with a tribute song from singers.
Is this what that was like?
'Wait, isn't this a huge hit?'
Having your exploits spread through song was the pinnacle of romance in the medieval era.
A massive sense of accomplishment washed over me.
I resolved to work even harder from now on.
This was fun. So much fun.
'Hang on, did I drink too much? Where's the bathroom?'
I scanned nearby.
No way public toilets existed in the medieval age.
Headed for the nearby bushes.
When nature calls, you answer.
I sighed as I relieved myself.
"Phew, that's better. Alright."
As I turned.
A shadow approached.
"Hehe, hello?"
"Huh? Oh, uh."
"It's Courtney."
"Ah, right! Courtney!"
Courtney, appearing as if she'd been waiting.
The village maiden who'd drunk my semen juice last time.
Now she was giving me a strange look and smiling.
'Not a maiden anymore, probably.'
I scratched my head.
Courtney approached with a shy smile.
Wow, up close, she's pretty.
Classic European village girl vibe.
Was I a bit drunk?
"Adventurer, you're amazing."
"Haha, just did what needed doing."
"Still. You saved our territory. Honestly, more manly than the baron, you know?"
"Haha, really?"
"Yes! Way better than that musty worm-dicked bastard!"
I scratched my head.
Courtney drew closer, her hand trailing down my chest.
She licked her lips subtly.
Her hips swayed side to side as she pressed her body against mine.
Like she was asking me to appraise her.
'I did feed her that, but she's too aggressive? And there's this oddly mature charm.'
I wanted to test it out.
Her bond rank was low anyway.
"Hey, Courtney. If someone catches us."
"Aw, no one's around."
"Won't your parents be upset?"
"Uh, uh? W-wait, that!"
Courtney's lustful eyes snapped back to normal.
She panicked like she'd come to her senses.
I nodded slowly.
That confirmed one thing.
'Yep. Low bond rank changes behavior.'
She'd show interest, maybe affection.
But I could snap her out of it. Huh, wait.
What about Daniela's rank right now?
And one more thing.
'Can I tempt her back into it?'
I patted Courtney's shoulder reassuringly.
It looked innocent enough.
But I stroked it with a firm touch.
She flinched.
"Courtney, did you sleep well last night?"
"Eek, yes? Oh, yeah."
"Really?"
"Hah, well. The whole time during sex, I could only think of you, adventurer♡"
Courtney fidgeted, head bowed.
I chuckled.
Slowly stroked her cheek.
It was soft and delicate.
She smiled with her eyes, startled but welcoming whatever I did.
"You'll cheer me on, right, Courtney?"
"O-of course. I'd do anything for you, adventurer. Anything."
"Thanks, really. Hehe."
Anything, huh.
That's promising for the future.
Courtney wasn't a virgin, but that didn't matter.
If there were virgin MILFs, there had to be non-virgin pre-MILFs too.
'But I can't neglect my love for Daniela!'
I looked down at Courtney.
Just as her gaze grew misty.
I kissed her.
Time to solidify the connection.
"Mmm."
"Hee, haah♡"
I savored her lips, licking gently.
Slowly slipped my tongue in.
Hers met mine eagerly, wrapping around it.
I held her lightly, thrusting my tongue deep.
Her tongue coiled around mine as I shook it back and forth.
'How's she so skilled? The village life's fault?'
At this point, the baron was like a youth team coach in soccer terms?
Early education like this.
I wanted to give him an award.
'The award of death.'
I concluded the baron had some skill in bed.
But Courtney's heart was mine now.
I licked her tongue stickily before slowly pulling back.
She trembled with longing.
"Haa, haah♡"
"Feel good?"
"Yes, y-yes. We could go to the next step."
"Courtney, you still need to treasure your body. Even after what the baron did, that doesn't lower your value as a person."
At my sincere words, Courtney's eyes widened in surprise.
Soon, the corners of her eyes curved delicately.
"To say something like that... to someone like me. Hah."
"Come on, someone might see. Time to head back."
"Huh? Oh, yeah."
I naturally draped my arm over her shoulder.
"We can pick up the fun next time, right? Hehe."
I watched her reaction as we walked.
She looked startled at first, then beamed innocently.
"Yes♡"
I returned to my seat.
Sipped my wine casually when Demis approached.
His face was pleasantly buzzed.
"Adventurer, say a few words."
"Hm, guess I'll get serious this time."
"Oho."
I stepped forward slowly.
All eyes turned to me.
I took a breath.
Never went to debate club or anything.
But with the will to do it right, I opened my mouth.
"Everyone, glad to see you here. Thanks for brightening up the night."
"Ooooh! Our adventurer!"
Praise like I'd never heard poured in.
Felt like a top hunter for real.
I nodded slowly and continued.
"Think I'll talk about something serious this time. The territory's future."
Faces grew solemn.
Some looked like they'd expected it.
"Yesterday and today, we overcame the crisis ourselves. Bravely. But."
I glanced at Demis before continuing.
He had to be the hero of this story.
"The one who should protect us properly is still nowhere to be seen. That's unacceptable."
"Aah."
"Think about it. If parents don't protect their kids? If knights don't shield the common folk? That's defying heaven's natural order."
"Right, exactly."
A lot of agreement.
Confidence surged.
"I think this territory has great people. But one spot is rotten like a barrel that won't change."
"Ooo."
"As the saying goes, new wine in new wineskins. I'll say it boldly: Is this okay, everyone? We're the wine. Shouldn't we pour into a new barrel that steps up to protect us?"
The residents were more moderate than expected.
Quite a few nodded eagerly, like they'd been waiting.
Pent-up frustration, clearly.
"Yeah, that's right."
"How much more do we have to die?"
"The vigilantes are our friends and kids too!"
"Calling that scum nobility!"
Their resentment was massive.
I'd feel the same.
The guy responsible shirking duty?
Grab him by the collar and drag him out.
'Reality's different, but.'
Here, it was possible.
Demis nodded solemnly.
I clapped, sighing.
"The hope to lead us all is Vigilante Captain Demis. He led without orders, set the example. Not nobility, yet showed noble spirit."
"Hear, hear!"
"Remember, heroes arise from the people's will. That's Seong Cheon-je signing off."
"Woooaaah!"
Applause erupted everywhere.
Atmosphere was perfect.
Rest was up to Demis.
I approached him.
"I'll head in now."
"Sure."
"Please consider it deeply. Or the whole barrel rots through."
"Got it."
Headed to the mansion.
Walking alone felt a bit lonely.
But the territory's vibe was electric.
Burning brighter than ever.
'Now it's their turn. Fight this huge injustice, or submit like pigs?'
I'd just provided the spark.
Something someone would've done eventually.
Entered the mansion.
Shaking off the buzz, heading to my room, I looked up at the ceiling.
'Right, right. Sleeping with Daniela.'
I rubbed my forehead and chuckled.
Where was her private room again?
Thought for a sec, then telepathed.
'Daniela, can I come to your room now?'
-[Daniela]: All done? Of course♥
'On my way now.'
I headed straight there.
Late hour meant few servants inside.
That alone showed how defenseless this place was.
'If some jealous lord sends assassins over the baron?'
Everyone dies.
Just the baron would be ideal.
Then I thought of Rubel.
'No. Is Rubel the deterrent? Hmm.'
Brief glimpse, but Rubel was no ordinary foe.
With her here, they'd be safe.
Maybe.
She could be watching me from somewhere.
'My magic stat's high now. So?'
Heading to Daniela's room, I slowly expanded my senses.
Like extending thin tendrils in all directions.
This sharpened my perception to feel even air currents.
Thud thud thud.
Presence from below.
Probably a servant cleaning the wine cellar.
Nothing else.
'Either I missed it, or no Rubel.'
Arrived at Daniela's private room.
Knocked.
She opened immediately.
In lingerie, greeting me.
"Hehe♥ You made it? My Heavenly Sovereign♥"
"Of course, my Madam."
"You must be tired. Lie down♥"
"Thanks, sure."
Entered her room.
Lay on the bed together.
The illicit thrill of sharing a bed with the baron's wife sent shivers of ecstasy through me.
Felt her breath.
She let her hair down, lay beside me, smiling.
"I love you, more than anyone. My Heavenly Sovereign♥"
"Me too. Love you, Madam. Sweet dreams."
"Yes, see you in my dreams♥"
We closed our eyes together.
Felt her stroke my face briefly.
I smiled as sleep took me.
This pure love bed-sharing was nice too.
Tomorrow morning, first thing—her face!
