The Succubus and the Smartphone
Isn't Yerim the ultimate bride-to-be? But then, a strange thought crossed my mind. The girl who was just marveling at a lightbulb and a down comforter is asking me to buy her a smartphone?
"Wait, do you even know what a smartphone is?"
"Actually, it was so fascinating that I bought some knowledge about smartphones from the Akashic Records earlier. So, a smartphone is... a sort of mass-produced Artifact, right? People in the human world are so lucky!"
So that’s why her connection to the Akashic Records cut out—she ran out of mana! What a reckless succubus! But I had to admit, it was a fascinating piece of technology when you saw it for the first time. The glowing screen, talking to someone far away, sending texts, searching for information... Since I couldn't teach her how to use a phone from scratch, maybe it was a good purchase. I had thought she’d need one eventually, anyway.
"...Did you get any useful knowledge out of it, at least?"
"I learned how to use the Cheonjiin keyboard!"
Well, that’s actually useful knowledge!
The washing machine chimed to signal the end of the drying cycle. I handed the crisp, dry underwear to Yerim, and she took off her clothes to put them on. Her breasts were as beautiful as ever. I felt blood slowly rushing to my crotch, which hadn't even twitched earlier. No! If I get an erection here, I might have to go another round!
Fortunately, she didn't seem to notice my state. Yerim stood there, weighing the underwear I’d bought against a black lace set, before finally choosing the lace thong. Well, it would be weird if the top and bottom didn't match.
After skillfully fastening the straps and pulling on her jeans and a black sleeveless turtleneck, Yerim gave me a bright smile. Wow, she really looks like a celebrity...
"Shall we go, Oppa?"
I snapped back to reality. Right, we should go. The mobile store was nearby. Yerim had somehow produced a pair of high heels out of nowhere. She grabbed my hand as we walked down the stairs. Whoa, my heart is racing!
As we walked down the street, all eyes were on us. I could especially feel the stares of the men. Some guys walking with their girlfriends would even sneak glances at Yerim’s chest and jeans as they passed. Is Yerim really my girlfriend? Overwhelmed with emotion, I interlaced my fingers with hers and squeezed tighter. Yerim looked at me and smiled.
"Oppa, are you that happy? You're grinning from ear to ear!"
"I guess so. I still can't believe Yerim is my girlfriend."
Yerim smiled and hooked her arm through mine, pressing her chest against my bicep. I could feel the pressure. It was incredibly soft. I felt like I was going to get an erection right there in the middle of the street. Thankfully, we reached the store before that could happen.
"Welcome. Is there a specific model you're looking for?"
"I'm looking for the iPhone 12 Pro, Rose Gold and White. The 512GB model," Yerim said without hesitation.
Ack, was this why she bought that knowledge about smartphones? She knows more than I do!
What was the retail price for an iPhone 12 Pro again? I panicked and checked the price tag on the display stand. Two million won. It was more expensive than my entire bank balance. I had been expecting a prepaid phone or a budget model at best...
Seeing my panicked expression, the store manager’s eyes lit up, and he brought out a box himself. All the while, his eyes kept darting to Yerim’s chest and armpits. You're going to wear them out with your eyes, you jerk!
"This model is very popular. It’s truly beautiful. Would you like to take a look? If you sign up for a 48-month plan, you can get quite a discount."
Yerim looked at me and asked, "Oppa, is this model okay?"
Right, I have to buy it for her, don't I? I swallowed hard and nodded. I couldn't lose face and pick a budget phone now!
"Oh, is the boyfriend buying it as a gift?" The manager’s eyes gleamed as he looked at us. He was full of jealousy and envy. He clearly looked like he was hoping to fleece me for everything I was worth.
"I'll help you with the contract over here."
"Wait a second. From what I know, there’s a special subsidy promotion today that brings the price down to 850,000 won."
Yerim suddenly jumped in. Her hands were already moving across a calculator. "Subtract the 850,000 won subsidy, set the contract period to 48 months. And even if there's a return condition, you can cancel that with your manager’s authority, right? That takes another 250,000 won off. If we include the three-month maintenance of the extra services and the new subscriber discount..."
After a long calculation, the price of the iPhone Pro that Yerim wanted had dropped below the remaining installment balance of my own phone. The manager looked flustered.
"No, miss... we have to make a living too."
"Oppa, can't you just do it for us once?" Yerim pouted and stared straight into the manager’s eyes. The manager’s Adam's apple bobbed up and down. His heart had probably melted like Arctic ice. He looked around, looking troubled.
"Ah, seriously. You can't go around telling people I did this for you, okay? *Sigh*."
"Then please proceed with the activation!"
I stuck close to Yerim’s side. That was way more useful information than the Cheonjiin keyboard! Admiring Yerim, I asked her one thing that had been worrying me. "By the way, do you have an ID card?"
"Here." She pulled an ID card out of her jeans pocket. A neatly organized photo, date of birth. Republic of Korea citizen, Lee Yerim. But the date of birth was different from Yerim’s. Charles was born in October 2001, but Yerim was born in May 2000. Yerim was a year older.
"They even took care of the resident registration at the Gate."
I walked to the counter in a daze and handed it over. The hologram and the official seal were perfect. Magic really is a mysterious thing...
"Yes, the activation is complete. You'll get a confirmation call within the day. The phone number is 010-xxxx-xxxx."
The phone the manager handed over even had a screen protector neatly applied. Damn it, when I signed up years ago, they tried to charge me extra for the screen protector. Damn lookism!
I grumbled and walked out of the store, holding Yerim’s hand. Then, Yerim held out her hand to me.
"Huh? Why?"
"Give me your phone."
After taking my phone, she tapped in her number. She saved it as Lee Yerim♥ and handed it back. Two names appeared side-by-side on the phone. One of them had a heart attached. A heart. A full, solid heart.
Hmm. Um. Oh. Whoa.
"Oppa, tell me your number too."
Right, of course. When I told her my number, Yerim tapped away on the keyboard. A beauty like Yerim holding an iPhone really makes for a perfect picture. After finishing, she held the phone out in front of my eyes.
[ Kim Kangmin♥ ]
"I only have your number in my phone now! Heehee." Yerim smiled, shaking her phone proudly. Haha. It’s a heart. Um, right. Yerim saved my name with a heart. Hehe.
I couldn't hide the twitching of my lips. I bought the phone cheap, she’s pretty when she smiles, and what’s a little phone bill? My name is saved in her phone with a heart! And I’m the only man in there!
I was trying to hold back the urge to jump for joy when Yerim grabbed my arm and pulled me.
"Let's take a picture together to use as the phone background!"
Before I could even refuse, Yerim turned on the selfie camera and linked her arm with mine. "Okay, three, two, one!"
As I was smiling awkwardly, Yerim’s lips brushed against my cheek. With a click, the moment was captured.
"Ah, Oppa, you look good. Pictures are really amazing!"
I touched my cheek in a daze. Was that for real just now? A few people watching us clicked their tongues and muttered, "The world is going to hell, going to hell..." as they passed by, but I didn't care. Even if the world ended today, I wouldn't mind! I was out on the street with Yerim, being all lovey-dovey, and she even kissed my cheek!!! I’m alive! I’m f*cking alive!!
"Oppa, I need to buy some cosmetics, so please guide me. You like mascara and dark lipstick colors, right?"
Yerim was already holding my hand and walking down the street. I guided her to Etude like a man possessed. Yerim’s eyes widened as she saw the items inside the cosmetics shop.
"Wow! Are these all cosmetics?"
My god. Even the Princess of the Demon Realm couldn't have used cosmetics like these. My god. Testers? Does this mean... I can try them on directly without having to pay? My god.
She had said "My god" three times in that short span. She seemed incredibly surprised. Yerim, who was busy rummaging through the cosmetics, picked up a foundation and stared at it with cloudy eyes.
"Do they use lead here too..."
"Lead? That stuff was banned forty years ago."
She’s talking like it’s the 1600s! Lead, arsenic, and heavy metals might have whitening effects, but they cause skin necrosis and heavy metal poisoning. A lot of people died from that in the old days.
"When I can't use whitening magic because I have no mana, I use cosmetics containing lead as a last resort. I know it’s not good for my health, but what can I do? Starving to death because I have no customers is faster."
The Demon Realm really is the worst place ever! I shuddered. I felt so relieved that Yerim had jumped into the Gate.
"Oppa, how is it? Do you like it?"
Before I knew it, Yerim had applied mascara to her eyelashes, which were already draped like an awning. Whether it was a product with a bit of glitter, it sparkled like stars around her eyes. Her already long eyelashes looked even darker and prettier. Then, she picked up a red lipstick tester, applied it, and looked at her lips in the mirror. Hmm, she’s definitely sexier and prettier when she’s wearing makeup.
As I was thinking that, Yerim came up to my side and whispered in my ear: 'After you finish work later and come home... I’ll give you a deep throat until your mascara runs and melts off in the entryway. Until all your lipstick is smeared, too.'
Just the imagination was electrifying. I swallowed hard. Alright, I’ll buy her every cosmetic she asks for.
"Um, alright then, Oppa is going to his part-time job."
After handing Yerim an armful of cosmetics, a beef burrito, and my debit card, I waved goodbye. Yerim waved back.
"Oppa, see you when you get home! You can look forward to it!"
When I get home, will Yerim be waiting for me on her knees in the entryway? To serve my cock right away? A smile spread across my face just thinking about it. Alright, I need to get to work quickly!
