Chapter 40 : The Bad Night

[Kazuma's POV]

The Dungeon is the birthplace of monsters. Unlike what I expected, this world has only one Dungeon, located in the city of Orario. It seems I can't rely on the common sense from my previous world, where various Dungeons were scattered across different places.

The Dungeon itself can be described as seemingly alive. It endlessly spawns monsters from its walls and ceilings. Each floor in the Dungeon has its own unique characteristics and size. Some floors are narrow, while others are incredibly vast. Moreover, the Dungeon can repair itself if it sustains damage.

At least, that's what the merchant standing in front of us said. But who would have thought a merchant could know such detailed information about the Dungeon? If everything he said is true, then I don't need to worry if Megumin ends up damaging a few Dungeon floors. I just need to make sure her Explosion magic doesn't affect anyone else in the process.

As a token of gratitude for sharing information about the Dungeon, Megumin and I bought a variety of items he had for sale. It wasn't much, but we purchased enough to last for about a week.

Even though I said it wasn't much, I struggled to carry everything I had bought while also carrying Megumin on my back. Initially, I considered using my spatial ring, but I decided against it. I wasn't ready to reveal it in public yet.

Instead, I transferred some of my magical energy and stamina to Megumin using Drain Touch so she could walk on her own. Then, we headed to a quiet spot where I could use the spatial ring without being noticed.

"Oops..."

After finishing up with the spatial ring to store all our purchases, I suddenly felt someone leap onto my back and wrap their arms around my shoulders.

"What's wrong, Megumin?"

I asked Megumin with a slightly puzzled expression.

"Carry me!"

With a face that resembled a baby throwing a tantrum, Megumin demanded to be carried.

"Carry you? Megumin, aren't you able to walk on your own now? Besides, we're going home using Teleport magic."

"I don't care! Just carry me! And I don't want to go home using Teleport magic either!"

"Megumin, you're not making any sense. Why are you so insistent on being carried?"

"That... That's because... I want to spend more time exploring this city with you. You were the one who said you wanted to go on a date with me, but now you just want to head home right after shopping!"

Oh no.

I nearly forgot the reason I brought Megumin here in the first place.

I was the one who invited her on this date.

Is my hikikomori nature starting to resurface from being cooped up in the manor all the time?

Reminded by Megumin, I happily carried her around the central district of Orario. Though I felt a bit embarrassed by the stares from people, I endured it and carried Megumin as we explored. Together, we tried various snacks and enjoyed the lively atmosphere.

When night fell and we were both satisfied, we decided it was time to head home.

We walked back to the Twilight Manor—or rather, I walked back while carrying Megumin on my back. Despite being content with our date, Megumin still refused to let me use Teleport magic.

Reluctantly, I carried her all the way back to the Twilight Manor, fighting through the overwhelming exhaustion that crept over me.

Even though she was just being carried, Megumin seemed as tired as I was. Somewhere along the way to Twilight Manor, I noticed that she had fallen asleep while I was carrying her.

Realizing this was my chance to return instantly, I activated my Teleport magic without hesitation, bringing both of us straight to my room.

Currently, my Teleport magic has three marked locations: the first is my room, the second is a grassy plain near some castle ruins, and the third is Orario's central district.

Earlier, we had teleported to the central district, but no one noticed us. That's because the central district is always bustling with people. In such a crowded place, the sudden appearance of one or two individuals goes completely unnoticed.

"Teleport!"

When I arrived in my room, I saw someone I never expected to see.

It was the most dangerous person who absolutely shouldn't be here right now.

That's right—it was Darkness.

Darkness was lying on my bed, dressed in a black negligee. Though she was technically clothed, it felt like she wasn't wearing anything at all. I could see everything underneath that sheer fabric.

"Wait... Dark—"

"Shh... Kazuma, keep your voice down," she whispered, cutting me off.

Before I could say anything else, she covered my mouth with her hand, signaling me to stay quiet.

That's when I realized—I was still carrying Megumin.

Fortunately, Megumin was still asleep. If she were awake, I wouldn't know how to explain this to her.

Honestly, I had planned to come clean and tell her everything during our date earlier, but I couldn't.

I was terrified.

I couldn't bear the thought of seeing Megumin, who had been smiling so brightly, suddenly burst into tears.

I didn't want that to happen.

To prevent the situation from escalating any further, I quickly headed to Megumin's room, carrying her carefully to avoid waking her up.

"You pervert.....what's on your mind? Why are you in my room wearing such perverted clothes?"

After I escorted Megumin to her room, I returned to my room and immediately scolded Darkness severely.

What on earth was she thinking, wearing such lewd clothes in a man's room. I knew it, but still. She's been playing with me for the past two nights, is she still not satisfied?

"Kazuma, this is your fault too. I'm still not satisfied."

As I expected, she's still not satisfied. Besides what the heck is that, why is it my fault if she's not satisfied. I thought it was Darkness who was abnormal for still being unsatisfied after everything that happened between us.

"Kazuma... I'm not going to do anything tonight. I want you to be proactive, I want you to touch my body"

Although at first I didn't want to because I was in a bad mood. But my Satou-chan said otherwise.

"Lurk"

I activated my lurk skill and merged with the wall.

"Tu-wait Kazuma, where are you going?"

Darkness panicked a bit when I suddenly used my skill and disappeared from his sight.

I wasn't running away, I was just trying to attack him suddenly. I walked towards Darkness' back without making any noise at all.

Without thinking about her feelings, I suddenly hugged her from behind. Both my hands touched her six pack abs that were hard and full of muscles.

"AAAAAAH... stop.... stop Darkness...."

Darkness mercilessly grabbed both my hands hard and twisted them. Even though I'm already level 2, but why am I still physically inferior to Darkness.

"Don't touch my stomach Kazuma!"

Darkness yelled loudly at me.

Does she still feel insecure about her six pack abs?

Even though it was a good thing and added to her attractiveness.

In the end, I respected Darkness' wishes and relaxed my hands to show that I had no intention of touching her stomach again.

However, Darkness still didn't let go of my hands. She brought my hands up slightly and I felt my hands touch something protruding.

"For this one, you can touch it however you want"

"Darkness....."

It looked like tonight was going to be a very long night for both of us.

Or it should be.

When Darkness had just taken my excalibur out of its sheath, in no more than 10 seconds, I was done.

This is so embarrassing; my pride as a man is completely gone.

I don't know where to put my face.

I've lost a bit of the mood to continue.

But it seems Darkness is a little angry with me.

"Kazuma, it looks like you need some serious training."

Darkness said that with a very terrifying expression.

It's all over now...

Someone, please help me...

Eris-sama...

Aqua-sama...

Please save me from this madness.

I'm already traumatized.

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[3rd POV]

"Lalalala.... lalala..... lalala...."

Aqua was walking home from the gods and goddesses' party, singing and hopping along. Whether during the party or after it had ended, Aqua was in an extremely good mood.

She never stopped drinking at the party, and even on her way home, she didn't forget to bring back a large supply of alcohol.

In her right hand, she was holding an opened bottle of alcohol, sipping from it as she walked towards Twilight Manor. Meanwhile, on her back, Aqua was carrying over ten bottles of alcohol, all secured by a cloth wrapped around her from shoulder to stomach.

Even Hestia, who often steals food at parties to bring home, isn't as bad as this. She still has a sense of shame and steals it quietly. But not Aqua. Aqua boldly and without any embarrassment ordered the waiter to give her the best alcohol at the party to take home.

Gulp... gulp... gulp...

"Aaaah... This is so good. I'll share this drink with everyone later."

While heading home, drinking, singing, and hopping along, Aqua didn't notice her surroundings. She didn't even realize that a blonde woman had been following her the entire time.

After following Aqua for quite a while, the blonde woman decided to reveal herself in front of Aqua.

"Aqua-sama... Aqua-sama... Is it really you, Aqua-sama?"

Aqua turned around when she heard someone calling her.

She rubbed her eyes hard, not believing what she was seeing. She thought she was drunk and hallucinating, but no.

After a moment, Aqua realized that what she was seeing in front of her was real.

In front of her stood a beautiful blonde woman wearing a blue nun's attire.

"Eh? Cecily, why are you here?"

(To Be Continued)