Chapter 80 – 23. The Demon Sisters at the Tobacco Shop (2)
“Cecilia has an incurable disease in which mana flows backward through her heart. As she became an adult, her sensitivity to mana increased significantly, and as a side effect of her sensitivity to sensitivity, her heart was strained. Of course, such cases are not common, so Cecilia’s disease is a very rare disease…”
In fact, the contract with the demon grand duke was only possible after reaching adulthood based on demon standards.
Whether it’s a dragon heart or the seed of the world tree. Because the immature mana was unable to withstand the demon archduke’s deadly magic.
However, even for Cecilia, who had reached adulthood and completed her dragon heart, that magic was too much for her. He couldn’t make a contract with even one demon archduke, and the dragon heart was destroyed by the regurgitation of Magi.
Lucia indirectly explained the fact as an incurable heart disease.
“So Cecilia couldn’t survive without the medicine specially formulated with the purified Mahone Stone. She’s such a nice girl… Why did she have such a terrible disease…”
“I’m OK. Sister Lucia. Don’t worry too much.”
When Lucia made a sad expression, Cecilia tried to put on a bright expression. Her caring looks were as deep as her beautiful looks.
Tricia continued Lucia’s words.
“That’s why our sisters and I came to the capital. The validity period of purified Mahone Stone is short. It will soon become contaminated again.”
Tricia was right. Anywhere other than the ecliptic full of sacred obelisks. The Purified Mahon Stone was sensitive enough to immediately return to the corrupted Mahone Stone.
To make matters worse, the demons did not have as high a level of magic soul stone purification technology as the divine priests of the ecliptic. In other words, the purification mahonseok is a special item that can only be obtained from the ecliptic.
So, if she hadn’t come to the ecliptic, Cecilia was destined to die because her dragon heart was destroyed.
A time-limited life that is not far away. She has become a cold rice cooker who has no use for even that.
‘With a broken dragon heart like that, I can’t try to make a contract with the demon grand duke again.’
So, Tricia risked her life to bring her younger brother to the ecliptic. However, the invasion of the ecliptic by the demons could provoke the central territories of the imperial palace and the Heretic Inquisitor. Asmodian taboo.
Because of that, those two would have been abandoned by the demon king family.
Lucia had her say.
“But Jeonghwa Mahon Stone is in great demand even in the zodiac. Just that Mahone Stone alone is enough money for a commoner in the imperial capital to save for half a year… So I worked as a security guard and added a little bit to the cost of the medicine.”
However, no matter how much Lucia supported the money and her sisters made money as a tobacco shop, there was a limit.
Even that expensive Mahone Stone was a stopgap. The longer you take the drug, the more you develop a tolerance. To the extent that even the medicinal effect was collapsing, he was barely holding on to the mana in his body.
Because the fundamental treatment of Dragon Heart could not be completely solved without breaking the quest related to the sacred obelisk.
Tricia continued her speech.
“I’m always so sorry for Lucia. He helps us, who are not related by blood… Of course, I’m also a Spiritualist, so I work in the ecliptic from time to time, but… Purified Mahone Stones are rare and there are many people looking for them. It would be nice if more cigarettes were sold…”
As Tricia and Lucia’s expressions darkened, Cecilia bowed her head with a very apologetic expression.
“I’m sorry… Because of me, all the older sisters…”
“No! It’s not your fault. Cecil. Never say anything like that.”
“Yes, Cecil!”
Seeing that sullen expression, the other two were startled and comforted Cecilia. It was a heartbreaking scene, as if Lucia were real sisters with her two sisters.
After hearing all of the circumstances, a quest notification window popped up on the system.
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* Asmodian sub-quest 3 「Bonds in the name of demons」
: Awaken the blood of the demons you have by contacting the body fluids of the demons.
### Detail
: After awakening, your bodily fluids are filled with demon spirit. If the opponent is a demon, you will be able to see a mana stabilization effect that is higher than that of a demon soul stone purified with your thick bodily fluid.
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It was an exquisite quest just in time. After meeting these two people, the sub-quest progressed further. As stated in the notification window.
It seemed that the bodily fluid containing demonic energy was promoting the awakening of my demonic lineage.
‘Then either Tricia or Cecilia. Is it possible to become a demon by coming into contact with the bodily fluids of two people?’
However, the target was soon narrowed down to one. Description in detail. That explanation meant Cecilia no matter who saw it.
Apparently, unlike my father, Lucifer, my blood was closer to that of a dragon. Reinhardt, the blood of a born warrior. After all, the lion’s blood must have a closer relationship with the same beast, the dragon.
Anyway, it meant that Cecilia and I could help each other if the quest explained like this.
‘Still, the awakening condition is bodily fluid. It might not be easy.’
Of course, you can’t tell them to give out bodily fluids. Kiss or sex. No matter which one you ask for, you will be misunderstood as Count Pervert.
It is even more difficult when the opponent is the sick Cecilia, whom the two cherish so much.
‘Of course there is a way, but I’ll have to be careful.’
This means that some preparation is required. I said to the three people who had a very depressed expression.
“I am the heir to the grand duke and the count of Harsen. I can give you a little help if you want. An acquaintance of a friend is no different from a friend to me. I will pay for the medicine in the name of Count Harsen.”
But at that, Tricia shook her head.
“Thank you for your words, but it’s okay. Count Julian. It’s the first time I’ve met, but I can’t get help blindly.”
“If it’s a burden, you don’t have to have it. Isn’t it a matter of people’s lives?”
“Are you really…?”
At my words, Tricia’s eyes shook terribly. But when Cecilia grabbed her hand, she caught her face again.
“Still, I can’t accept the Count’s help for no reason. Because that’s not polite. And oh my look at my mind The Count is a guest who has visited our house like this. I’m sorry for talking so depressingly. Hurry up and have breakfast.”
Tricia changed her subject. But. She must be willing to ask for help. Even though the two of them looked poor, they were actually from a very high-ranking demon king.
Moreover, if they do not raise their vigilance, their identities may be exposed quickly. It was a natural reaction for the two people who didn’t know that I was the same person.
Tricia went to her kitchen and got her food. She was long and she cut the crusty bread into four pieces. She and she poured thin soup into four cups and set them on a small table in the center of the narrow room.
“I don’t have anything prepared, but eat it quickly. Count. A precious person came to visit, so I put more effort than usual.”
For a moment, she wondered what part she had put her strength into. As she listened to Lucia’s explanation, she immediately realized.
“Lish? Wasn’t soup supposed to be eaten for lunch?”
“Since we have a special guest, it would be okay to eat together as a special meal. Lucia.”
It seemed that he usually ate only bread and no soup. I’m an elf, but I don’t know if Cecilia, the dragon, will be okay with this.
However, the three finished the meal very deliciously as if they were used to it. It was clearly an expression full of satiety. As Lucia had spent her childhood in her slums, she was not picky about food at all.
‘I must have eaten too expensive food for granted.’
If Chloe, the rich girl, saw her, she would be stunned and poor.
Even in this situation, I wouldn’t want to pay for medicine without a reason. The pride of her sisters as demon royalty made me want to praise them without realizing it.
After eating, when we were talking for a while. I found some interesting stuff.
“There are artefacts all over the room. Did you buy it and collect it?”
I knew who made it, but I just asked once. Bows, crossbows, and various weapons. Miniature-like objects imitating the shape were displayed throughout the room.
Tricia said.
“Ah, that’s something Cecil, Cecilia made. Since Cecil was young, she was close with her relatives who were good with their hands. She used to lock herself in her room and make things. Did you make it very well?”
As Tricia said, the items were very elaborate. I double-checked that stuff with the system.
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“Dragon Cecilia’s Artifacts”
* Rating: Rare
* Details: Crafts containing crafting techniques passed down from the Dwarves. Although it is miniature, it contains the principle of operation of the object well.
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Perhaps that dexterous relative is a dwarf. Dwarves are also demons. Cecilia, who had been weak since childhood, must have learned the art of making from them to soothe the boredom of confined to her room.
Said Cecilia, blushing at Tricia’s praise.
“Rice… It’s nothing special. It’s just… When there are no customers in our store… It’s just something I used to make one or two for fun…”
Compared to that modesty, the grade of the craft appraised by the system is rare. As such, in fact, Cecilia was a special dragon with an expertise in crafting rather than combat or magic.
To the point where I can get her items upgraded or repaired through her, even her items I get from her in the future. It was not for nothing that Cecilia, who had been raised well, could be included in the raiding party for her nest.
I organized all my thoughts. A way to naturally get closer to this sister and get bodily fluids. And how to keep Cecilia close to me.
When I was sure of the method, I said.
“It is a craft. I myself know that very well. I even made crafts with my own artistic spirit in my personal atelier.”
At those words, Cecilia’s eyes lit up.
“Really? Because making is fun. The Count is just like me.”
“Right. However, it is a work created by belonging to an art group. It was a little far from practicality. Anyway, at Pantheon, I do support work activities for talented people like me.”
“You have a private atelier. I really do. If the Pantheon sect would provide direct support…”
Of course, Yulian’s atelier and the crappy artwork didn’t receive a penny of support from the order, and he spent his own money. I subtly confirmed that my sister was paying attention to my words and continued talking.
“From what I see now, Cecilia’s skills aren’t bad. Just in time, it was said that adulthood had passed. It also satisfies the Pantheon’s admission requirements. In particular, the admission requirements for arts and technology colleges are not difficult compared to other colleges. Would you like to hear more about me?”
At those words, Cecilia vigorously shook her head. There was a little liveliness in her sickly face. I briefly explained the Pantheon’s undergraduate system.
The arts and technology sections are more open than the other four sections. As long as she was an adult with the skills, she could always be admitted as an art or technology scholarship student.
And if the cadet had enough skills, it was possible to receive personal sponsorship from wealthy nobles or merchants.
“With this level of skill, it’s a waste to just sell cigarettes. With good faculty at Pantheon, it would be possible for Cecilia to develop her skills and earn more money.”
Tricia’s ears pricked at my suggestion. She hid it, but the elf’s instincts can’t help it. However, it was such a good proposal that Tricia hesitated for a moment.
“But we are no different from the nameless countryside… Commoners… In fact, we have some circumstances…”
In other words, no matter how talented they are, the unclear status of the two is a problem. In the Holy Empire, demons are treated worse than runaway slaves or serfs.
Although the pantheon is open to commoners, they do not accept fugitives as well. Tricia told me with that kind of nuance.
“Don’t worry about that either. If the heir to the Margrave of Essenmund guarantees that status. No one in the Pantheon would say anything. If you say you are a territorial citizen of my territory, no one can throw up.”
“Still, it’s the first time I’ve met the Count, so how did I get such a big favor…”
But Tricia was soon silent. It was because her Cecilia looked at her with that expression of her desperately wanting something of hers.
Because she was sickly from a young age and was confined to her room, Cecilia. She must have longed for the life of the Pantheon. Tricia couldn’t resist the look in her sister’s eyes, whom she cherished.
She bowed her head to her.
“Thank you. Count Julian. Of course, my brother’s skills may be lacking. If you just find out the possibility of admission…”
“Don’t worry. ‘Cause my eyes are right Interviews with professors won’t be difficult either.”
My favor seemed to loosen the sister’s guard. Lucia next to her also had an expression saying she was doing very well.
‘Actually, it’s because it’s easier to get her bodily fluids if you put Cecilia in her pantheon…’
A little bit of her pricked her conscience, but it was also meant to save her anyway. After the meal, the two of them left the sister’s tobacco shop.
“Thank you for serving me a meal. I’ll let you know through my coachman whether or not you’re admitted. Then we’ll see you next time.”
“Yeah. Thank you very much! Count Julian.”
“Go… Thank you!”
Lucia and I left the market with her sister’s heartfelt farewell.
***
By the time we got back to the mansion, it was already lunchtime. Come to think of it, it was like an overnight stay.
When I returned, I was greeted by Eirin with a completely expressionless face. His tone was cold.
“Are you back? Young master. You are late.”
All night in the entertainment district. Bocchan, who thought he was a little better in the madness, showed an appearance that was no different from before. She may have been a bit disappointed as Ei-rin.
However, the opposite was true. Rather, Ai-Lin was worried about me and she took care of the clothes I took off.
“Have you had breakfast, young master? Skipping breakfast is not good for you.”
“I ate breakfast. I ate simple bread and soup. I am not that hungry.”
“Are you really okay with that? If it was such a simple menu, it wouldn’t be a meal to you, but a snack… I’ll prepare a meal quickly.”
Ei-Lin hurried to her chef with a very serious expression. As expected, she was a perfect maid who always worried about the young master’s health.
After a while She had her lunch with Ei-Lin and received from her the important schedule of her upcoming pantheon.
“After next week, there will be a lecture related to the mana rod of the medical school, and training to evaluate the strength of the golden wings. And the professor in charge of the lecture at the medical school sent a letter to you in advance.”
“Correspondence?”
“Yeah. People who have Reinhardt’s blood are different from normal humans even with a mana load. It must be an important letter that will help you, Bocchan.”
Erin was right. Listening to the report, I organized what I had to do next.
