KanisLupus

Don't you know how many sleepless nights he's had just because he has nightmares about you becoming like him? Your skin is pure and unblemished compared to his, a rare commodity, and he wants to do everything he can to make sure he never has to cut you up just to save your life. If he could, he'd keep you in a small box for your entire life, just to keep you safe.

Everything inside him tells him that if you stay by him, you'll become corrupted too... But selfishly, he cannot be apart from you, for fear of you finding someone far more suitable for you than he is. Insecure, inscrutable, yet inspired... Because your life has reminded him why he agreed to journey into the forbidden lands at all. If he doesn't succeed, everyone will die, including you; slowly, horribly, and horrifically mutating into something unrecognizable.

...the time for that hasn't happened though, so please allow him to hold you close and feel your warmth for another night. It's nostalgic, something so simple that he once took for granted... Now it's all he can ever look forward to.

⋆⠀Frederick grew up carrying more burdens than he could handle. His father’s rejection, combined with his disorder, instilled in him a constant need to distance himself from others to feel “safe.” The disappointment of realizing he didn’t inherit the natural talent that ran in his family’s veins didn’t help either, and his paranoia only worsened over time.

⋆⠀His perception of the people around him is always the same—neutral, if he even cares enough about them to give them any space in his mind. So, when you were introduced, Frederick was polite and brief, treating you just like anyone else who had entered the manor.

⋆⠀His thoughts about you only began to change after you confronted Orpheus for overstepping into matters that were none of his business. At first, Frederick assumed you were just a people pleaser trying to lower his guard. However, later that same day, he overheard you chatting with Alice and Melly once again, telling them about how you were against being so impolite and disrespectful.

⋆⠀The closeness between you two didn’t happen overnight, but small gestures and actions here and there gradually allowed you both to feel at ease in each other’s presence. He listened to you, engaged in normal conversations, and stopped giving short replies just to end the discussion. He even waited for you to arrive at the table before starting to eat. For others, it was surprising to see Frederick interacting without being defensive, though they simply assumed it was a budding friendship.

⋆⠀In the beginning, that’s all it was. Frederick wasn’t exactly thrilled about having someone he could call a friend, but he wasn’t upset about it either. When he realized his feelings were changing, though, he tried to deny them to himself. Yet, seeing how futile that was, he was left with only one option: acceptance.

⋆⠀Being in a relationship with him can be complicated. Even if he trusts you, he’s unlikely to let you know much about his past—unless it directly affects your relationship. The thought of you abandoning him is something he cannot bear, and he is willing to do anything to prevent that, from killing to opening up about some past traumas.

⋆⠀Frederick’s paranoia is no secret. He feels not only jealousy but also a deep-seated anger toward anyone who dares to take your attention away from him. He firmly believes that people have ill intentions when they approach you and wants you to believe that as well. And if you dismiss it? Oh, God, either he’ll manipulate you with tears, or he’ll accuse you of betraying him.

⋆⠀If you ever get upset with him, he’ll send romantic letters, dedicate songs to you, and do things straight out of a romance novel. Part of these actions can be a sincere apology; the rest, although, can also be just an attempt to make you forget whatever mistake he made.

--That night, I had a dream.

Elbert and I had flown off to a strange foreign land and enjoyed a tour.

Looking out over the beautiful scenery, Elbert’s blue eyes sparkled with excitement—

(…I’m so happy…)

(Mmm…)

(Oh, I woke up, what a shame…But that was a wonderful dream.)

(Maybe it’s because I was reading the book that Elbert gave me before going to bed.)

I turned my gaze to the beautifully bound travel book decorated with pictures of birds that was still lying next to my pillow.

(…Hmm? Is the book bigger? It looks bigger than me.)

I wondered if I was still half asleep, so I tried to sit up—

(Huh…my body…Has wings!?)

When I spread my arms, wings spread out and flapped in surprise.

(And I can fly!? This is just like…)

My reflection in the window glass that came into view—

No matter how I look at it, all I see is a small bird.

(What’s going on!? If this is a dream, I hope I wake up quickly…)

Just as I had finished flying around and landed on the bed, there was a knock on the door.

Elbert’s voice: “…Kate, are you awake?”

Kate: “Chee, Pipi! (Lord Elbert! Help me..!)

(I-I can’t speak properly…)

Elbert’s voice: “…Bird sounds? Kate, are you there?...I’m coming in.”

Elbert: “…”

Looking around the room, Elbert muttered sadly.

Elbert: “…Not here.”

Elbert: “I wonder where she went…”

Kate: “Pi-pi, cheep cheep! (I-I’m here! I’m right here!)”

Elbert’s eyes suddenly fell upon the chirping bird.

Elbert: “Was that the cry I just heard...?”

He came straight up and asked pleadingly.

Elbert: “Do you know Kate, the owner of this room?”

Kate: “…Cheep, pi-pi-pi! (…it’s me.)”

I looked at him pleadingly, and Elbert ran his gaze over my entire body.

Elbert: “…I feel like I’ve seen this sort of bird before.”

When Elbert noticed the travel journal in front of him, he reached out and stroked the cover.

Elbert: “Oh… it looks just like this bird.”

Elbert: “It’s a book that Kate really liked.”

He flipped through the book happily then turned his gaze back to me, the little bird.

Elbert: “I think it’s called a long-tailed tit… is that what you are?”

Kate: “Chi-chi, tweet-tweet! (That’s what the bird is called, but not me…I’m Kate.)”

I wanted him to realize it was me, but I couldn’t think of a way to prove it.

Elbert: “…The real thing is so beautiful.”

Elbert muttered softly, then he stared at me again.

(? What’s happening?)

Elbert: “…I want it.”

Elbert: “I desperately want to have it.”

(!?)

Elbert: “That’s strange… I thought I had stopped collecting beautiful things indiscriminately.”

Elbert: “Why… why do I want you so much?”

(…)

Elbert: “The fact that you’re in this room… must mean you belong to Kate.”

Elbert: “If that’s the case, Kate would feel lonely, so I won’t make you mine… but in return.”

Elbert: “Wouldn’t it be so nice to see you and Kate playing together? …It would be so cute and beautiful.”

(Elbert…)

Perhaps imagining the scene, Elbert smiled dreamily at me.

Elbert: “Even so… you seem very unguarded. You didn’t even try to run away when I, a complete stranger, approached you.”

Elbert: “Even if you are just a lost bird, Kate would be very sad if you were to get hurt.”

As he muttered this, Elbert’s eyes suddenly opened wide.

Elbert: “That can’t happen… Could you please come to my room until Kate returns?”

(!)

Elbert: “I want to protect you until Kate returns.”

Elbert: “I’m sure Kate would be happy to see you looking so happy and beautiful.”

Kate: “Chii…(Lord Elbert…)”

(I want to be by your side too. Please let me be.)

(The safest place will be at Elbert’s side, and if we’re together, he may notice it’s me.)

A beautiful finger was gently held out. When I jumped onto it, we made eye contact again.

Elbert: “…Let us go buy what you need.”

(Thank you… but please only buy what is needed, okay?)

When I tilted my head and looked at him, Elbert’s eyes softened.

Elbert: “You are so beautiful.”

(! That’s you, Lord Elbert.)

Because my body had become smaller, Elbert appeared larger, as if looking at him through a magnifying glass.

 His beauty was so perfect in every detail that even with a Japanese tit’s poor eyesight, I was left mesmerized.

(Even though things have turned out like this…I’m so happy to be by Elbert’s side.)

As we were heading to Elbert’s room, we ran into Alfons, who seemed to have just returned home this morning.

Elbert: “Al, do you know where Kate is?”

Alfons: “If she’s not with you, perhaps she is working as a fairy tale keeper?”

Elbert: “That’s unlikely… Kate wouldn’t just disappear without telling me.”

Alfons: “In that case, all the more so…Fufu, don’t make that face.”

Alfons: “We’re talking about Kate, who loves you devotedly, El. She’ll be back soon enough.”

(I really love you…that’s true, but it makes me feel embarrassed for it to be spoken aloud…)

Elbert: “I suppose…”

Alfons: “Oh, that little bird… I thought you’d stopped collecting beautiful things?”

Elbert: “I thought that to be the case as well… but when I saw this little one, I just wanted it so badly.”

Elbert: “But it could be Kate’s.”

Elbert: “I also wanted to see how happy Kate gets when she sees this little one and see her playing with it.”

Elbert: “So…I’ll be protecting it while Kate is out.”

Alfons: “Protect? Are you sure you’re not mistaken and intend to stuff it?”

Elbert: “…I don’t want Kate to be sad. Besides, I feel that there is value in this little one being alive.”

Elbert: “I would like to buy the things the little bird needs to live…Al, what should I buy?”

Elbert: “I’ve purchased birds before, but I’ve never taken care of them, so I’d like to learn how.”

Alfons: “What! I never thought the day would come when I’d hear the word ‘care’ coming from you, not for something you used to collect so indiscriminately.!”

Alfons: “That must be a testament to how powerful Kate’s presence is…I suppose we need a birdcage then.”

Alfons: “…So it can’t flap its little wings and fly away.”

Alfons had a suspicious smile on his face when he replied meaningfully all the while glancing at the little bird.

(You don’t realize it’s me, do you?)

Elbert: “Ah, yes… I was thinking of ordering a beautiful birdcage for her.”

Alfons: “By the way, have you had your breakfast, El?”

Elbert: “Not yet… When I went Kate’s room to invite her, this little one was the only one there.”

Elbert: “There is no point in eating unless I am with Kate.”

Henlo everyone, I'm finally back into my react groove and hopefully nothing else fucking happens with my health (crossing fingers)

So this is going to be just a recap of everything since it's been like a week or so since the break between the story parts and there's an update tonight/morning! The second part will probably be more detailed honestly, so expect very little writing and more screenshot action lol

Summary/Recap!

Basically, we start off the story by looking into Solomon never losing a bet, ever. But this is not the case with MC. They found themselves in a pickle while in Abyssos, losing a bet...and now they've gotta pay up.

Not only do they have to pay up, but they have to in Earth currency?! So MC sends off Ppyong to get 1 millon Won they saved up in their bank account, only to then be told they were gone for so long that their bank account is frozen!

I mean, this would make a lot of sense though, considering that in Minhyeok's side story in main, MC had been gone long enough for him to do the anniversary of visiting MC's parents.

In order to get the money needed, the kings are going to have to make that moneyyyy for MC! Meaning they're going to get a part-time job on Earth, but the question is...how can they?

It is known that they could just teleport there, however this would cause all of humanity to simply crush and go insane. Remember the Cthulu theory if he appears? Sorta the same, basically the Kings can't all be on Earth at the same time or everyone dies. And it also explains why Asmo can visit by himself or that one time when Mammon and his nobles went to Earth for his birthday (y'all remember that little selfie! I would dig for it but phew it would take forever)

And this is where we are introduced to Zepar, who is Zagan's prior mentor and what seems to be close friend or...something more. Now the reason I poke at the the something more, dipping into Zepar and Zagan's dynamic is that Zepar seems to hold some kind of resentment toward his prior disciple. He also comments that Zagan is nearly as strong as he thought he would be using the talisman's and there seems to be something they were supposed to do together (travel Hell together? or further?) and instead Zepar is stuck in Abaddon and Zagan has his freedom. That's all they really bothered to dwell on, so that's all I have to go off of.

In the meantime though, Zepar uses red talismans which are much stronger in magic, but come with a price. Each devil will experience something while on Earth that's not of their character. This will only take effect during the use of the talismans while they are on Earth.

And with that explained, MC and the Kings are transported to Earth, specifically to a Host/Hostess cafe that's throwing a themed Maid/Butler event. This is where we meet the store manager, Lizzy, and later Jihoon who oddly looks like Yoosung from MysMes but he's way more fuckboish lmao.

The store manager explains the role of being a butler to the boys but uh the majority of them don't understand what that means. It appears that only Lucifer and Leviathan are keen on what it means to be one. Also during this time, Satan is doing unhinged shit as per usual that screams cat behavior lol

Mammon is doing pretty well, but he's more channeling his inner "Bimet", Beel is uh himself (other than his pale skintone wow) and while Leviathan is doing well, he's very forgetful, seems to be the affect from the talismans. But also to note, Asmodeus can't get hard, and Belphegor giggles a lot when he's awake. Lucifer seems to be more gentle and nice which is unlike him (though we find out in his recent L card that this isn't an effect of the talisman but his true nature when he's in butler mode) but MC doesn't know that yet. For Satan, his speak is off, for Beel, he's more clumsy and not as hungry, and Mammon? Well I wasn't too certain what his side effect was, he seemed very normal. But also who was killin' it in the Butler department was none other than Luci <3 but with context now from his card, we all know why that is! He was born for it.

Either way, the boys are doing their best during the event to sell the most merch and "win" the most money. During this time we see the customers acting similar to how the fandom probably would if we saw them irl. There's even a thing where they try to take photos of the Kings and can't catch their human forms on camera, but we see...their true forms reflected instead which was a neat detail that I liked. So for the butler outfits for the boys, we see them sprouting the traditional tux with tight slacks to show off their "assets". But a fun little surprise is Levi wearing a maid outfit complete with stockings. I swear he always gets the best stuff. An even bigger surprise though is when Levi lifts his skirt and there's...an animal tail, in the form of a butt plug! Satan does mention that the tails look uncomfortable to deal with and it made me think, ah man he doesn't like butt stuff normally does he? Which is fine, though that means you'd reallllyyy have to convince him to let you peg him. Belphie though seemed eager to put one on (hehehehehehe), and apparently it's Asmo that has supplied this for everyone.

So after this little display and having the customers go around trying to "grab" their tails, the store completely sells out! So now that MC can take a break, they find Jihoon in the changing/break room area by his lonesome and he seems to be sulking about not being the center of attention for the day. Not only that but uh...he starts flirting casually with MC???? This rightfully pisses off MC, because this whole time that was most likely his goal to sneak off with MC and not even work. But Levi and Luci come to their rescue! Poor Lizzy, she actually likes a guy like that.... shame shame.

Speaking of Lizzy, it seems that she has some expenses she needs to pay for and worries about it. She especially mentions that Jihoon fucking borrowed money and hasn't paid it back yet. MC gets angry at him again, and Satan senses this, and asks what's up. After a quick rundown, Satan and the Kings decide to give Lizzy things that are worth a lot of money so she can sell them and get the money she needs for all her expenses!

Now for the Kings and the "winner?" Well...there isn't one. The store manager explained that since they all worked the same hours they all get the same pay. That's all fine and dandy, but it doesn't prove who sold the most! And despite MC's debt being paid off, that's pretty much all that matters rn to them, especially Satan.

And we find out that the nobles followed behind to watch their respective Kings at the cafe and I find that super cute.

And that ends the rough summary of part 1 of this event! You know what time it is....

Screenshots!

Don't yell at the bby (yes I know he's a grown demon man but don't yell at himmmm)

Ooo the ground sinkin', he's so l a r g e ain't he?

hehehehhehehe my OC's hubby/babydaddy is cute

Asmo coaching you for your OF would actually be hilarious. I'd write that.

I swear Leviathan everyday with you

Beel is so cute when he does this honestly. Since I'm short, my friends would do this to me as an affectionate thing :3

The whole gangs hereeeeeeeee

Bimet the scammer right on time tryna collect some coin

Yes Levi because the hate fuck afterward would be n a s t y which is why I'd even bother doing anything like this in front of you in the first place. 💀

LMAO Satan really said "Ain't my problem" and proceeds to be excited until everyone brings up that MC would never forgive him if that happened

No like when are we gonna see the cutie in the middle??? I know he's overly horny as fuck but idkkkkk he seems adorable to me

That's so cute, he considers them friends even though they hate him lmao my poor unfortunate narcissist <3

Okay so the majority of the time Asmo was carrying Belphie and I think that shit was so cute. Like I know Asmo is sweating cum because Belphie's barely clothed body is against him but it's like awh no one else offered to carry him so

Confirmed that he likes to use puppets and what we saw before was just one of his many puppet creations. I wonder if there are other designs...

I'm crying, Belphie really thought MC was in the mood and was willing to strip right in front of everyone. He really just don't give a fuck.

it seems, that there's a lot of history here...and that there's a lot for Zagan and Zepar to come to terms with. Though I would say that Zepar has already accepted the "it is what it is" mantra and Zagan is holding on to a distant memory. I feel sorry for him honestly and Zepar probably had more "life" to him back then. Just like Zagan used to talk more.

damn he didn't have to do him like that

Aye, not too much on Luci now...or we about to box once again Levi

Lizzy! :3 I enjoyed her

knowing the context now of why he's doing this makes it all the better omg 🥺❤❤

MC is cute here. But also, yes me too MC....me too.

This man is gonna have a few more wrinkles after today lmaooo he was stressed out the entire time

Sir. 😒

the storage room would be fine with me

Yeah that thang is thangin on a daily basis 💀💀💀

Kate: …..I never thought that you’d invite me on a trip, Jude.

Several days after going to Raven Ltd., and getting kidnapped by someone holding a grudge against Jude, I was now aboard a train with Jude.

Jude: I think it’s worth pleasin’ my lover every now ‘n then.

(It makes my heart skip a beat when I hear Jude call me his lover, but I think I'm starting to get used to him treating me like a lover.)

Jude: Traveled like this with ya b’fore.

Kate: Really?!

I never imagined that Jude would be so devoted to his girlfriend.

Flower Boy: How about some beautiful flowers? ……Oh!

A flower boy who came onboard at the station where the train stopped, suddenly looked at me with widened eyes.

Flower Boy: It’s been a while, Miss Damned-Nobody

Kate: Miss Damned….Nobody?

I tilt my head at the rude phrase, while Jude chuckles quietly next to me.

(Was it Jude who said “damned nobody”? Then….)

Kate: Hey, maybe….Have I met you before?

Flower boy: Yep! You were on the train with that scary-looking mister over there.

(So, it was true that we had traveled together before. I'm sorry I doubted you.)

After buying flowers from the boy, the train leaves the station and rattles away.

(It seems certain that Jude cared about me.)

Enveloped in this warm feeling as I was rocked by the train……I drifted off into a pleasant sleep before I knew it.

And then, I woke up—

Innkeeper: Oh, you're awake? It's been a while, Lady Kate!

Kate: What….?

Because of my recent worrying over my memory loss, it seems I fell into a deep sleep, and had been transported to an unknown location before I knew it.

(Where am I? And…..)

Looking at the woman speaking to me in a friendly manner, I tilt my head.

I’m sure Jude and I were aboard the train together, but there’s not sign of him near me.

As I looked around anxiously, the woman suddenly looked up, as if she had just remembered something.

Innkeeper: Ohh…..that’s right. You’ve lost your memory, haven’t you, my lady? Have you forgotten me as well?

Innkeeper: I’m the owner of this inn. You’ve stayed here before to recuperate, my lady.

Kate: I see.

Just as I was finally able to understand the situation and feel relieved, the voice of the inn’s owner suddenly began to tremble.

Innkeeper: Just when I thought you were finally feeling better, the next thing I know is that you’ve lost your memory! What a poor young lady….!

Innkeeper: Your brother has paid for your lodging, so you should relax here for a while.

(Hm? From what she just said, Jude’s my “brother”??)

Apparently, when I stay at this inn, Jude is my older brother.

Knowing Jude, I figure he must have some kind of intention behind it, so I smiled wryly at the mysterious setting, and gazed out at the sea from my room at the inn.

(More importantly, where’s Jude….? He couldn’t have just returned home and left me behind……)

However, it seems like my premonition was true, as Jude never showed up….no matter how much I waited.

A few days passed, and I still hadn’t heard anything. The innkeeper couldn’t bear seeing me like that, so she took me out to a small festival in town.

The row of stalls were filled with bustling people, so I forgot my gloomy feelings and joined crowd.

I had a lot of fun getting an unexpectedly high score in horseshoes, and the freshly baked cheese waffles were delicious.

….But, I simply can’t feel better.

Woman Passerby: Pardon me. Do you happen to know the time?

A passerby asked me this while I waited for the innkeeper who was in line at a stall.

Kate: Umm, now it’s…..

Unconsciously, I searched for something and suddenly became startled…….

Kate: I’m sorry, I don’t know either.

Woman Passerby: I see. Excuse me.

I see the woman off with a parting greeting, and stare vacantly at my hands.

(What was I….trying to find earlier?)

I unconsciously felt around my waist, knowing that I was always wearing something.

Not knowing what it was, I continued searching for it even after returning to the inn.

(That was a gift from Jude and it was very precious to me, but…..)

Kate: I’ve always had it, how long has it been gone?

As I frantically search for something I couldn’t even identify, I heard a voice coming from the door.

Jude: ….This what yer lookin’ fer?

Kate: Jude?! How long have you been there…..?

Kate: And that pocket watch……!

(That’s right. That’s what I’ve been searching for—)

[Flashback to Main Story]

Kate: This belongs to you, doesn’t it Jude? Here, I’ll return it.

Jude: It’s yers.

Jude: Ya were starin’ with longin’ at my pocket watch the other day werent’cha?

[Flashback Ends]

Kate: I was……looking for the pocket watch you gave me, Jude.

Tears streamed down my cheeks as memories flood my mind.

Jude: Toldja the time’s outta sync, but ya were actin’ like a spoilt brat not wantin’ to it let it go.

Jude: So, I got it fixed during yer memory loss.

Even though it was such a lame lie, my vision grew blurry and I was overcome with love for Jude.

Kate: Jude….is our promise still valid?

[Flashback to Main Story]

Kate: I have a request.

Kate: ……Take me to the moon.

[Flashback Ends]

The words I gently spoke to Jude, were the most important promise in the world — the moment I decided to continue to curse Jude.

Jude: …..It’s valid as long as ya remember it.

That instant, strong arms snatch me away, as if to steal my heart…….

All of the feelings that had been bottled up somewhere inside Jude’s heart suddenly spilled out.

Kate: I’m sorry I forgot. I said I would take responsibility.

Jude: Really. Ya can’t just curse someone ‘n forget ‘bout it.

Jude: Yer gonna be punished when we get back.

Jude smirks and pulls me by the hand.

Kate: Jude, where are we going?

Jude: We can still catch the last train.

Innkeeper: Oh my, have you regained your memory already, my lady?

Innkeeper: But it’s so sad to see you leave so soon.

Innkeeper: Despite being so close to each other, you were each out doing different things, so why not stay another day and go out as brother and sister?

Kate: Despite being close by?

Innkeeper: Yes, my lady. Your brother’s room was right next to yours.

Jude: …..Tch, forgot to tell ‘er to keep quiet.

I hear Jude murmuring very quietly.

Kate: What?! Ju— I mean, my brother didn’t leave me at the inn and return to London?

Innkeeper: Your brother seemed extremely worried about you, my lady.

Innkeeper: Whenever you went out somewhere, he followed behind you, my lady…..

(That’s how he happened upon me at the right time when I was looking for my pocket watch.)

(Even though I was unaware…..he was watching over me the entire time.)

(Ah, but….)

Kate: Was it okay for you to do that with work at the company?

Jude: It ain’t okay. So, I’ll work ya hard fer it too.

(I-I knew it…!)

I dread what kind of work I’ll be given to do once we return to London.

(I feel like I hear a bit of the normal abuse returning….)

Jude: The hell ya grinnin’ about, it’s creepy.

[Back to London]

We arrive back at Crown Castle just as the day is changing.

Kate: Hm…I feel so at ease, like I’ve come home.

Jude: Tomorrow I’ll tell ‘em yer memory’s back. Otherwise they’ll wake up ‘n raise a ruckus.

Kate: Yeah, and I know that I’ve been resting, but since there’s work tomorrow, I want to go to sleep as soon as possible.

Jude: …..Fine, sleep.

Jude said while pushing me down onto the bed.

Jude: If ya can sleep, that is.

Kate: Huh, wh-Jude?!

Jude: Ain’t just work ya took time off from, innit?

Jude: Been holdin’ back so much, can’t stand it any longer, I just wanna make ya cry.

[Master List] [Epilogue + Maid POV]

I lost my memories and was feeling down about it…..

Every time I experienced the kindness of everyone at Crown, I felt more and more that things couldn't continue like this.

Kate: I can't stay depressed like this forever, so I'm going to try to actively recover my memories.

Kate: So…. I want everyone to try as much as possible to behave the same way they did before I lost my memories.

(If I continue to live the same life, eat the same foods, go to the same places as before...)

(Then just maybe I’ll recall something.)

—That was Roger’s suggestion.

Kate: I know it’s troublesome…but I’d really appreciate your help!

Victor: Kate….!!! How brave and commendable! Let’s all work together everyone!

Everyone in Crown nodded their heads in agreement, but it was still too early to feel relieved.

Jude:…..Fine, but I got somethin’ t’say.

(I knew it….I figured Jude would be the only one unwilling to cooperate…)

Jude: If ya say ya want thin’s like they were b’fore….

(...I'm sure I'll be subjected to some pretty nasty abuse or snide comments.)

Thinking that, I braced myself—

Jude: Then I’ll treat ya like a lover.

Kate: What….?

[Transitions to Common Room]

Kate: Jude…..are you sure this is correct?

Jude: Y’think I'm wrong? Yer gutsy.

Kate: ……

I want to say quite loudly that this is wrong.

Because right now….I am fearfully sitting on Jude’s lap.

This seems to be a part of what Jude was talking about as being treated like a lover.

Jude: ‘Fore ya lost yer memory, ya seemed happy t’get on it.

Kate: I…..don’t remember.

(Jude said he was my boyfriend.....is that really true?)

As I sat on his lap in confusion, he offered me a piece of chocolate.

Jude: Kate, open yer mouth.

Kate: Ah, yes……Hngh.

Jude: Tasty?

Kate: It’s tasty……

But what captivates me more than the sweet taste of chocolate is, the unusually soft smile on Jude’s face….

(Just what did I do before I lost my memory to make Jude turn out like this...?)

After that, Jude invites me out and takes me to his company, Raven Ltd.

Jude: Look familiar?

Kate: No, it doesn’t…..

Apparently as a fairytale keeper, I would visit this place when I had business with Ellis and Jude.

(I would wait for them to finish work, and then go back to Crown with them….)

But even with listening to such stories, I still can’t remember anything.

Jude: …….Well, ain’t like I had expectations.

His profile looked a bit lonely as he muttered, and my heart shook a little.

Jude: Wait ‘ere a bit.

Kate: Sure. Where are you going Jude…?

Jude: Work ‘course. This’s a business.

At that moment, a lively voice echoed from the other side of the hall...

Cheerful Young Man: Kaaaaaate!

Jude: Chat with that guy.

Kate: Huh? Wait, Jude.

As Jude leaves, a cheerful young man approaches.

Cheerful Young Man: Kate, I heard ya got amnesia, are ya okay?!

Kate: I’m sorry to worry you. Umm, what’s your name?

Theodore: Oh, sorry. I’m Theodore Walker, the most popular guy at Raven Ltd. Pleased to meet’cha.

Female Employee: Getting carried away a bit there aren’t you? Theo stop telling Kate lies.

Male Employee: If you don’t tell Kate the truth, won’t she be confused later?

(I wonder if Jude told all the employees I lost my memory?)

Kate: I'm sorry for causing so many people concern.….

Female Employee: I hope you can remember everything soon, Kate.

Male Employee: Once your memory returns, please come and help me with my work again.

Theodore: The prez’s mood’s like night ‘n day when yer not here Kate.

Kate: Is that so….?

Female Employee: It’s all thanks to you Kate, that the president’s attitude has softened a bit!

Theodore: Yeah, I’m INCREDIBLY grateful! I only report mistakes when yer there, Kate.

Theo’s story elicits laughter.

(Looks like before I lost my memories, I got along with the employees at Raven….)

At the same time, things that I hadn't quite believed before were starting to seem real, and my cheeks started to heat up slightly.

(I was shocked when he said he’d treat me as his lover, but maybe Jude and I really were lovers...)

Jude: Oy, whoever’s jabberin’ over there, can ya dash ‘n deliver these documents immediately?

Kate: I’ll go!

(I-I will?)

I reflexively raised my hand, and while the employees stared at me in amazement, Jude simply cracked a smile.

Jude: Leavin’ it to ya then.

Using the map he had drawn for me, I delivered the contracts safely and started to make my way back.

Man With Scarred Cheek: Hey, you Jude’s woman?

Kate: Who are y— !

It was then, that a bag was placed over my head…..

I lose consciousness along the way, and when I regain consciousness, I find myself inside a warehouse somewhere.

(The person who kidnapped me must have a grudge against Jude, right?)

I remember that he was hated by many people.

(What should I do now….?)

However, that worry was quickly alleviated.

Jude: …..G’mornin’, Princess.

Kate: What? Uh? I was kidnapped…..

Jude: This git?

Jude nudges the man lying at his feet with the tip of his shoe.

(He already took care of it…!)

Kate: Thank you for coming to help me, Jude.

Jude: …..

Jude gripped my chin and tilted it up.

Kate: Jude…?

Jude: Was it scary? That kinda thin’s a normal occurrence while datin’ me.

Kate: …..It was definitely scary when I was being kidnapped.

Kate: But….it felt like someone would come and help me.

Jude: Why dont’cha just remember who that someone is quick?

Kate: ………….

As I furrow my brow in thought, Jude quickly grew impatient and released my chin.

Jude: ….Well, never mind. Let’s head back.

Kate: ………….

My heart felt heavy because I couldn’t remember, and when I couldn’t take the hand extended to me, my hand was grabbed forcefully…..

On the way home, Jude held my hand the entire time.

[Master List] [Jude END]

Okay so, this was shared with me recently and I had to jump on it and speak on this because let me tell y'all...if you're a hardcore Lucifer stan....this card will fulfill your needs in more ways than one because PHEW.

Not only do we get a side of Lucifer we rarely see, we get some background on why he even acts this way in the first place. Plus a little cameo from God himself? Well damn.

You know the drill, grab a snack, a blanket and let's get into itttt

🤍Story Details🤍

So I can actually talk more about this card because it's not exclusive and will be in the general pool in 3 months time. However I prefer doing the bullet points because I can be silly with the screenshots in the next part lmaoo

So we begin with Gamigin and Morax talking about the "Butt Contest" and that they got to see what Lucifer looks like in his butler outfit, but Gamigin was only really interested in what Lucifer's daily life as a butler would be like instead. (I love that he's so wholesome he don't care about no booties lmao)

But to their surprise, they see that Luci is still wearing the butler uniform??? HMMMM

So back when Lucifer was in Heaven, he would wear the wide shouldered robes we saw during his flashbacks. He'd also wear fitted suits that made him feel a certain way and basically his own form of being comfortable.

Wearing the butler uniform also brings back memories from back then. And he wanted to relive those memories in real time, thus writing a formal letter and sending it via carrier pigeon to "the one closest to his previous master"

And here comes MC! That's right, Ra-On gets a invite to come to Paradise Lost, which makes them nervous only because of Lucifer's behavior each time they visit.

It's interesting that what tracks is that MC is bothered that their connection isn't really all that deep like the other Kings at all. He's often distant, and when the deed is done it's like he never invited them over at all and just goes on about his business as usual. With this I think it's just because Lucifer likes keeping things professional and clear. He's also an angel, and much much older than anyone there and is used to being this way for so long.

However, his behavior is now much more soft, courteous and kind. He's waiting on MC like his life was made for it. Keeping a respectable distance, serving tea? I mean I'd kill for this kind of treatment from him and rightfully so, MC is confused as fuck.

But even so, they can spot that there's some kind of sorrow even behind that dazzling smile. He knows that they can tell too because he addresses it head on, stating that he will tell his story as promised.

Lucifer admits that his reaction to having to serve the customer's at that cafe was natural because he's served under a master before. So the "effects" of the talisman didn't really do anything to him at all. All of what he was doing was something that came natural to him. Because "Everything that happens on Earth was first enacted by Heaven. God his Master, and Lucifer his butler.

And this leads to another flashback when he spent time with God, his father and creator. It's revealed that God often changed his appearance and expressions based on his mood, so Luci's favorite was when he was relaxed and treating him like the only son he had. God has immense powers but he often held them back because he was choosing to live as if he wasn't omnipotent. I wonder though how this exactly...benefits him? Lol you know what I mean like I guess humbling yourself as a powerful being is alright.

So a funny little thing happens and God just randomly decides to give Lucifer siblings so he's not lonely. And whelp a bad omen was predicted on the table cloth from tea stains. YEA H about that lol

Thus ends the quick flashback but Lucifer goes on to explain his role at a butler, and the original creation and son of God 💀 (well no Jesus mentions so) He even brings up that the butler attire, the suits and everything were originally thought up in Heaven and then just influenced on Earth. I like this concept because think about it...just sitting around wondering damn I wish I had nice clothes for this gathering and some 8ft tall angelic being is like "here you go" and gives you a sketch of a suit

Well anyway, Lucifer stops the story not saying much more (boo I want more lore) and then he asks if MC would indulge him and his urge to serve once again. MC accepts and goes around Paradise Lost by Lucifer's side enjoying every minute of the special treatment.

They finally make it back to the Greenhouse, also to note that there are portals in each country so MC can travel quickly and safely between them btw! (I mean I think we've known this but pointing it out once again is really nice) Where the final "service" will begin.

So, MC did something here which idk if I can even fault them for because let's be real...they were assuming that since "the final service" was about the happen here that perhaps Lucifer did this with God too. Which that was confirmed quickly that this was reserved ONLY for MC. And if we remember from his other card stories, specifically his selfie one, he did not participate in any kind of orgies in Heaven and he did not have a chastity cage. So sure yeah it's heavily implied he did sleep with someone (coughI'm guessing either Adam/Evecough) but definitely not God himself.

The intimacy continues, that is when MC gives the consent to continue. Lucifer begins by undressing them and it's mentioned that they shouldn't be nervous since this has happened before. HOWEVER, MC clarifies that this particular kind of intimacy has never happened between them. The soft, gentle, Lucifer servicing them instead.

Now the question begs, why us? Is it because of being a descendant of Solomon who was the closest friend to God? Nope. Lucifer confirms that even if MC is Solomon's descendant that is not why they were chosen. They were chosen because he cares and cherishes them. I believe this entire time he knows about MC feeling insecure about their connection to Hell not being one of their own but because of their ancestor because that's all anyone ever talks about. (sorry Sitri you ain't helpin' with that affirmation either lmao) But seeing him confirm and say to MC that HE made the choice not due to proximity but because they are someone HE wants to serve personally is just...it's romantic as fuck, cute as fuck, I'm going to die from the fluff.

So now things are getting spicy...here are some important buzz notes about the love making:

+Lucifer gently kisses on MC's neck instead of biting too hard until MC tells him they want him to heavily make out with them +MC is positioned behind him so his ass is pressed against them the entire time +Lucifer assigns some "work" for MC to grope him while he fondles them with his fingers/hand +MC starts biting him all over and Lucifer loves the fuck out of it +There's a moment where MC forgot how big Luci is lmao +The perspective of the nipple is...off I think??? Idk I feel maybe I'm not remembering man nip anatomy +Ngl his dick has that torpedo thing going on because of the angle but that's okay I'm not here to stare at it 😌🙌 (I do that for Asmo) +There's a point where MC flips around, and the scene describes that MC is the one controlling fucking themselves on Lucifer +Though in the middle of it...hehehehehehe he takes over and well... +Let me also mention he takes MC's arm and wraps it around his neck +MC jerked off his horn too, and when he came? Well it was a lot +Unlike the other times, MC is relaxed and safe with him after +Their ass got sleepy and went to bed, now come on he's good for another 5 rounds or so like??? You only got 'em for 24 hours let's goooo +He was so sweet at the end here like it's so cute I'm crying

And he says something important after the romp fest: "You may not know, but my master commanded me to love him, too. So you who loves me without being ordered to, that makes you special."

omfggggg and it ends it there! PLS I was so sad that it ended :< like I wanna hear more of that Luci, fuckkkk

🤍Screenshots!!!🤍

bbyboi screamin' so loud poor Morax's ears were bleeding like goddamn

Mmmm tight suits, so tight the buttons can't even stay closed huh. Leave it to me to slutify an angel wearing robes and a suit 💀

PB...don't do this to me. Y'all know it's bad to do this to me. Cause let me tell you how he could be beneath me right now..

I swooned because this reminded me of....

my sweetie, my tea guru, my butler bae, twin tipped tail hottie with the bodyyyyy. I miss him so much he was my official comfort character when I was big into the OM stuff <3

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh he's so darn cute here

So if y'all noticed when they had the Zapar themed login screen he was covering up Lucifer's spot on the illustration. At first I didn't really question the design choice and once I started getting into the event I was like hmmmm and then I looked at the login screen again and started questioning things...turns out...Zepar's talisman's had no effect on him at all even on April Fools day!

God just out here havin' tea while humans are out here killing each other and actin' a mess huh? /j

The stain on the table from the sugar cubes creating a ominous face is sending me because not him knowing he was creating problems and yet still doing it 💀 true "I should have stopped at one kid" vibes from God rn I swear

Male and Female outfits for Ra-On. So cute! Very aristocratic.

He's so adorable. A pigeon and squirrel kept bothering him the entire time so it reminded MC of a Disney princess (hahaha the Disney part had to be censored in game which makes sense)

The greenhouse having a room in the back? Think about how the stars would look through the glass???? THIS IS ROMANTIC AS HELL HELP

Ngl I would be THROBBING, like...the bed is already fucking wet now sir thanks for being sexy as fuck

Waiting for consent? Yessss love that need ittttt

I'll give anything, everything, my soul, my body, my first born, my entire merch collection, my pc, just to see him smile in real time just like this omfgggggg his teeths 😭😭

Marry me. I can handle another husband or five...

Pls. I would tear that UP like slutty waist to grab, just feeling that tight butt, let me see that thong Luci

He's proposing clearly, and I accept /hj

My literal reaction

Wanna see the lewds?? -> Bam, here we goo

🤍Chats🤍

Chat 1 Summary: Lucifer goes over what happened during the card story events and asked if MC was requesting another day for him to serve them, depending on your choices you can either deny you mentioned that or say that Gamigin was the one who assumed you said it. After these choices and the sub choices, Lucifer rambles a bit about human life being fleeting, how he's going to cherish the next time he serves you, that sort of thing. No photo for this one! Chat 2 Summary: Lucifer gets his nerd on and rambles about how he knows a lot about tea. Buer makes his tea mostly and was taught by Lucifer, but Luci is more skilled and the best, he even shows his brewing set/setup and its so niceee. Reminds me again of a certain demon butler who's passionate about tea as well. Also he can tell that Sitri's style of brewing is mostly a Hades thing. (then I wonder if infusing your underwear like Satan did is....an original thing or 👀) Chat 3 Summary: Lucifer explains that angel's have a higher affinity to humans and animals and other beasts. This is why animals in Paradise Lost follow him around alot. Depending on your answers you can tell him he smells good, and he asks if you have characteristics like an animal and that he won't judge while he's your butler lol. But also there's a picture in another choice of him removing animal fur off his clothes. Chat 4 Summary: Lucifer talks about how he was teaching his siblings how to serve God and he talks about who was the best apprentice. For Gabriel we find out that he's better at being served, instead of serving, he was even envious of Lucifer sometimes, Michael was obsessive and well...that means he wouldn't do very well either as a butler. Raphael would be the best. Faithful and served God the best, though he's "violent" that's for anyone that isn't God (or MC it seems) and he becomes docile and seeks approval. SO there you have it! Chat 5 Summary: Lucifer maintains his body and control by clothing to uphold the best butler traits. This is when he shows his thong collection...hehehehehe. But depending on your answers though, he could either ramble about God not making things simple, so mastering the mind is...difficult. Though he does look forward to spending time with us again and serving us...it's really refreshing how he talks to us in these chats!

Had to add this because I'm silly.

🤍Date Story🤍 *Will update later when it's shared with me!!*

🤍Overall Thoughts🤍

I rate this card 9.5/10!

the .5 was taken out because I was just sad that it was over....that's all lmaooo

When I explain that seeing this service top side of Lucifer set me on something good I meannnn it. Like it woke me out of my recent funk and I'm feeling the love through the screen from our fallen seraphim. he's just...ah he's just... t h a t g u y.

If you're a Luci fan I suggest you get this card for yourself to have in your collection! The story is great (well you saw my react so lol) and the adore mode is really fluid and the variety of things you can do to him is so worth pulling for. EYE though, am satisfied with just experiencing it through friends and moots sharing as it fuels my satisfaction just as much. If you want the Date story, buying the NP is the way to go as it's cheaper than trying to pull multiple copies with the solomon seals. (sadly so, huh?)

It's funny that I did this react way before I did a react for the damn event lmao. That's actually up next before the next part of the event releases. it will be more of a recap honestly since I'm sure everyone's read through it and seen others talk about it.

On the way back from the port, Jude passes by a warehouse and stops when he spots someone inside.

Kate: Do you know them?

His gaze was fixed on a middle-aged man holding a cane, 

Jude: He's the president of a company that was in the red ‘n struggling ‘til a few months ago.

Jude: There was talk o’ the business shuttin’ down, but now it’s gotten so much better I can’t explain it.

Seems like he’s suspicious of the company’s president he had business dealings with……

Kate: What kind of deal is he doing?

We stick close to the door of the warehouse and watch what's going on inside.

The company president took a pocket watch from the trader, and inspected the watch’s details.

With a meaningful smile, he produced a contract.

Jude: ….Ha.

And then this company president smiled meaningfully -

Jude: What’re ya lot doin’ here?

He pushed the warehouse door open with his foot and went inside.

Kate: Wait, Jude?!

When I quickly try to stop him, the people in the warehouse drew their swords all at once.

President With A Cane: Who? Jude Jazza?

Jude walked coolly, not even minding the sword pointed at him.

President With A Cane: Ah!

He snatched the pocket watch from the president's hand.

Jude: Dale Watches…..That’s a good business deal.

(Dale is one of the leading luxury watch brands in the country.)

Dale watches are luxurious timepieces whose dials are individually hand-painted by craftsmen,

It’s said that the appeal of the same product is that it has slightly different designs.

President With A Cane: Oh, yeah that’s right. An acquaintance of mine just so happened to provide me the job to distribute them.

I felt something was off about the president's unsteady gaze,

Jude: Ah, sorry. I made a mistake.

Jude pointed to the logo on the back with a warped smile.

Jude: It’s a sham Dale’s watch.

Kate: What…..

Jude: The size o’ the logo, scratches on the joints, ‘n even the dial’s got printed paper pasted on it.

Jude: Ya made money by sellin’ counterfeit goods to idiots who didn't know if they were real, ‘n got outta financial trouble.

Jude: Fer an incompetent president, ya sure put a lotta thought into it.

The company president grew frightened and trembled, when he saw him throw the watch away.

President With A Cane: I’ll kill you, Jude Jazza!

With those words, the men who had been waiting suddenly attacked Jude.

Kate: Jude!

Jude: Tch.

He avoids the men attacking him with weapons, punching and kicking them away.

During the fierce battle unfolding before me,

I notice out of the corner of my eye, the president holding the cane trying to make a get away.

Kate: Hold it!

I grab his hand, but another man appears from behind and grabs my arm -

Kate: Ah!

Jude: Oi!

President With A Cane: What should I do to this woman?

The president who was trying to escape, seemed to feel cocky about having caught me, and brought a sword close to my neck.

Jude: Why’d ya get caught ya idiot.

(Idiot…..)

Kate: Is that anyway to talk to your girlfriend?

However, our president that looked at me with exasperation, then instigated me with a smile,

Jude: Yer not gonna ask me to help ya with somethin’ like that are ya?

(As if!)

Unable to contain my irritation at the sight of that face, I kicked the man who had captured me in the shin with all my strength.

President With A Cane: Damn!

Kate: Mnn!

The moment my restraint was released, the tip of the sword grazed my neck as I was thrown aside, and Jude’s eyes widened when he realized that.

Jude instantly grabbed my arm and pulled me towards him,

He grabbed the sword that had fallen from the crouching man's hand -

Jude: Ya know whose woman ya laid yer hands on, yeah?

President With A Cane: Hic- ARRGGGGGH!!

The red that splattered from the cut-down man reflected in the sunset.

President With A Cane: N-NO! This woman…..GAAAHHH!!!

With quiet anger he cuts off the arm of the sword-wielding president in one slash.

Although I was frightened by his icy expression, I also thought he was beautiful.

As I was admiring this unusual behavior, Jude pointed his sword at the president's face and spoke.

Jude: I’ll make sure ya never screw ‘round like that again.

With that, the battle inside the warehouse ended.

Afterwards, the men were taken away by Ellis, who had come to check out the situation.

On the way back in the carriage, Jude treated the wound on my neck -

Kate: Um, Jude.

Jude: …….

Kate: Geez! It’s only a scratch!

(Only a little skin peeled off!)

As I grabbed the hand that was bandaging me, I blurted out something I shouldn't have.

Kate: Most of the marks you make-

Jude: Hah?

(Ah-)

I quickly shut my mouth, but it was too late. Jude slowly smiles.

Jude: Just what was my princess thinkin’?

Kate: Nothing!

He stopped bandaging me, grabbed my chin and kissed me.

Jude: Why ya gettin’ hurt by anyone other than me?

Jude: I’m pissed as hell.

Kate: Mnn…Ju-

Unable to resist the kiss ravaging my mouth, I cling to him. 

Then Jude said with a serious expression.

Jude: There’s no next time, stupid Kate.

That expression of quiet anger is so lovely, that I want to see it again…..There’s no way I could say that.

—So, I give myself over to the drowning kiss.

[Event Master List]

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— March 2nd has arrived.

If I were to borrow Robin’s words, today is the day Nica and I were born “carrying hopes”. 

(... We’re probably trampling on that “hope” as we live our lives.)

(But if I don't do that, I—) 

…

Nica: … Apparently it's our birthday, but you’re making such a gloomy face. 

Ring: Nica… 

Nica: Happy birthday, Ring. 

Ring: Oh, yeah… happy birthday to you too, Nica. 

Ring: Right… this is for you. 

I handed Nica the present I had just gone to pick up. 

Nica: You got this for me? Can I open it here? 

Ring: Y-yeah… of course. I don’t know if you’re going to like it… but I’d be glad if you’ll make use of it. 

Nica: Let’s see what it is… oh, is this a coffee cup?

Ring: Personal tableware isn’t provided in the palace, so I thought it might be useful… 

I repeated the words Robin said to me, and Nica smiled.

Nica: That doesn’t sound like your usual way of thinking, but… whatever. 

Nica: Is this a drawing of birds on the cup? 

Ring: Yeah. I painted a pair of black swans representing us. 

Nica: Oh wow, you painted this yourself? Nice. 

Nica studied the coffee cup closely.

I spent a long time painting it, so it should've turned out decent… or at least that was what I thought.

Nica: You left Darius out, huh.

Ring: Ah, no, I… it just happened to turn out that way, I didn't mean to…! 

Ring: I only painted a single black swan at first.

Ring: But I messed it up halfway and made a black smudge next to it…

Ring: … So I thought “why not turn the smudge into a second swan?”

Nica: And you got some wise advice from Robin. 

Ring: … Did I tell you Robin helped me pick this present? 

Nica: Nah, I figured it out.

Nica: Not bad, Ring. You used my birthday present as an excuse to ask Robin out on a date. 

Nica: That aside, the shape of this cup doesn’t exactly look refined, it looks more like something commoner’s use. 

Nica: It doesn’t match my image at all…

Ring: Uhh…

Nica: … But that means I can use it without worrying about tarnishing it. Thanks. 

Nica touched the two swans on the cup while saying that. 

Nica: … I wish I could be like this too. 

Ring: Huh…? 

Nica: A swan that can freely fly anywhere with you. 

… The smile Nica wore at that moment still felt fake somehow. 

…

Afterwards… strangely, my legs brought me to Crown’s castle which stood within the palace's grounds. 

(Why did I walk all the way here…?)

(I don’t even have a reason to come here. It's not like I want to see her or anything…)

The last time I was at the castle, I ran into some of Crown’s members by chance and they called Robin for me. 

But today, it was already night time, so that wasn't going to happen. 

(... I should go back to the palace.)

I turned around and was about to leave, when— 

Kate: … Ring? What brings you here?

— A voice called out to me. 

Ring: Why are you here, Robin…?

Kate: I just got back from a mission. 

As if by the will of a divine entity, there she was, standing right before me.

I rubbed my eyes to make sure I wasn't seeing things. 

But no matter how hard I rubbed them or pinched my cheeks, Robin didn't disappear. 

Ring: I came because… I wanted to see you. 

When faced with such a miraculous coincidence, I said exactly what was on my mind without trying to cover anything up.

Kate: Huh…? 

As expected, Robin’s eyes wavered with confusion.

(Crap… did I creep her out!?) 

Her soft and desirable cheeks turned slightly red, but that was definitely because of the chilly night air. 

There was no way she’d blush because a man who's a potential enemy told her he “came because he wanted to see her”. 

(The emotion Robin is feeling right now is probably fear. I must explain myself before she gets the wrong idea…!) 

Ring: Ah, no…! That’s not it. You’ve misunderstood, I don’t mean it in a weird way!

Kate: O-okay… 

(I need to think of something… a decent reason for wanting to see her…)

My brain didn't work as fast as Darius’ or Nica’s, but it worked wonders in times of crisis. 

Ring: Y-you're the commander of “Operation Recover Nica’s Smile”.

Ring: That means I have a duty to report the results of our mission to you. 

Kate: I see… it makes sense now that you mention it. I’m curious about what happened with the present too. 

Robin nodded, seemingly convinced that my reason was the truth, and I secretly heaved a sigh of relief. 

Ring: … It was a success.

Ring: I may not have seen Nica’s genuine smile, but… he was happy to receive the present, so I think we could say we achieved our original goal. 

Kate: I see! I’m glad he liked it…!

Ring: It's all because you were the commander. … Thanks for helping me out.

Kate: Fufu, I didn’t do anything. I only went shopping with you for a bit. 

Ring: That’s not true. I think Nica will really make use of the present I gave him this time…

Ring: Had it been just me thinking of a present alone, I might've picked something useless. 

Kate: … Then I guess this is something we accomplished together. 

Robin gently wrapped my self-deprecating words with kindness and smiled tenderly. 

When I saw that smile… I felt like I finally knew the reason why I instinctively wanted to see her. 

(I think… I just wanted her to hear about today’s events.) 

I wanted her to hear all about how happy it made me when Nica accepted the present and said he’d use it every day, and about how… lonely… I felt when I couldn't bring back the kind of smile I once saw on his face. 

(I want Robin to hear my thoughts and feelings… I want to share this sentiment with her.) 

(... As for why I want that, I’m still not sure of it.)

(But this restless feeling I have towards Robin isn’t unpleasant.) 

While I was lost in thought, I suddenly remembered the item in my pocket.

Ring: Right, Robin. As a token of thanks, I want you to have this.

Kate: This is… a ticket to the play that’s really popular right now and hard to buy tickets for…! 

Kate: Are you sure? Can I really accept such a nice gift…!?

Even as she asked that question, her fingers were tightly gripping the ticket, not willing to let go. 

It was obvious how much she loved theatre and that she wanted to keep the ticket. It was honestly kind of funny to see. 

Ring: … Nica gave me two tickets as a birthday present, so I want to share them with you.  

Kate: I see…

Robin’s voice when she responded suddenly sounded lacking in energy. 

I thought it was strange and wondered if something was bothering her. I decided to stay silent, waiting for her to continue— 

Kate: Um… what do you plan to do with the other ticket?

Ring: Nica went through the trouble of getting it for me, so I was going to see the play myself…

Ring: Do you perhaps want both tickets? You’d probably have more use for it than I would, so I don’t mind giving it to you.. 

Kate: That’s not it! It's just… if it’s okay with you, can we go watch the play together?

Ring: You want to watch it with me? 

Ring: … I think you already know this by now, but I’m not the kind of guy who can say anything insightful about a play. 

Kate: That’s okay. I just want to watch it with you and say things like “that was good”, “I didn’t quite like that part”... 

Kate: I want to share such feelings with you.

Ring: Share… feelings… 

Her words caught me off guard because those were my exact thoughts just moments ago. 

(Robin is an ordinary person in Crown, and I’m a Cursed One in Vogel. Our worlds are so different, and yet…) 

(... We think the same way. It’s surprising.)

Kate: … Is that a no? 

Ring: I-it’s not. I’d love to! 

Kate: Fufu. You sound like you’re warming up for a battle, Ring. … I’d love to watch the play with you too. 

Robin laughed at my overly enthusiastic response.

1. William Rex

2. Harrison Gray

3. Liam Evans

4. Elbert Greetia

5. Alfons Sylvatica

6. Jude Jazza

7. Ellis Twilight

8. Roger Barel

9. Victor

Starting at the top of the chart going clockwise are the following standard stats for each villain: Intellect, Agility, and Luck

The bottom stat and subsequent stat going clockwise for each villain:

William: Heat Tolerance, Degree of Freedom Darius: Dark nature, Sharp Senses Ring: Accidental Groping, Level of Purity Nica: Surprisingly Devoted, Level of Purity Liam: Level of Sparkliness, Acting Ability Elbert: HandDexterity, Facial Beauty Roger: Coaching Skills, Level of Vision Jude: Friendliness, Level of Twistedness Alfons: Binge-Eating, Level of Shamelessness Ellis: Amiability, Level of Straigtforwardness Harrison: Sweet tooth, Worldliness Victor: Wickedness, Benevolence

The final stat for each villain is (with the exception of Victor): Ability's Danger Level.

Character Briefing:

William: One of the founders of Crown. A self-righteous monarch, who has extensive knowledge of various things. He loves strawberries and is surprisingly weak, so he has a cute side to him.

Darius: The director of Vogel. He has sharp senses and instincts. No one has seen his true colors, so his true ability remains to be judged.

Ring: Vogel's guard dog. He has immense physical prowess, and can complete any physical exercise. He's purer than anyone else, and tends to gets into unexpected "happenings."

Nica: Vogel's staff officer. He has pretty good luck and things usually go his way. Although he seems frivolous, he's surprisingly devoted.

Liam: The sparkling, sexy cheshire cat. He has an agile body and amazing acting skills. His curiosity leads him to do dangerous things, which causes trouble for Harrison.

Elbert: The greedy queen with unparalleled beauty. He is quite dexterous and can do anything surprisingly well. His go to food is salad, but recently he has been eating more and more.

Roger: Crown's doctor. He is very strong and has superb coaching skills. His eyesight is 0.04 in just one eye. He doted on Ale so much that he was recently scolded by his family.

Jude: President of a trading company. Highly intelligent, but quite twisted. He's unfriendly, and often misunderstood, but unexpectedly kind.

Alfons: A decadent hedonist. He's into nightlife, debauchery and danger, so long as it's fun. He's also well known for his devastating sense of color and his outrageous drawings.

Ellis: Assistant to the president of a trading company. Crown’s #1 athletic gentleman. He’s straight-forward, and has a kid-brother temperament. He can sometimes be too kind, which can be scary.

Harrison: A lying fox with sharp insight and cunning wisdom. He has a sweet tooth and some luck. However, he's hardworking and always gets pushed around by his friends.

Nica: Found you, Spatzi. 

Kate: Whoa… geez, please don’t scare me like that.

At around dusk, Nica suddenly appeared behind me without a sound, making me stop in my tracks. 

Nica: Sorry, sorry. I just can’t help teasing you whenever I see you. 

Wearing his usual mischievous grin, he started speaking with a lighthearted tone. 

Nica: Good morning, you’re looking lovely today too. 

Kate: Good morning? It’s already evening.

Nica: I'm not a morning person, so I just woke up a while ago.

He continued, stifling a yawn. 

Nica: You free right now? 

Kate: I don't have any plans for the day, so…

Nica: I’m free. Hey, Spatzi, tell me something interesting. 

Kate: Huh??

As he slowly closed the distance between us, an unreasonable request came out of that ever so chatty mouth. 

Nica: Come on, do it. 3, 2, 1— 

Kate: W-wait a second! 

He had me backed against the wall, and I felt like my head was about to burst under the pressure of Nica’s expectant gaze, and then—

Nica: Pfft.

Kate: What. 

I blinked, feeling puzzled when he burst out laughing. 

Nica: Did that get you flustered? Cutie.

Nica hooked his fingers under the corners of my lips and lifted them into a forced smile.

(He’s teasing me again!) 

I swatted his hand away, turned my back to him, and started walking off. 

Nica: Oh no, are you angry? 

Kate: I’m done. 

Nica: Okay, okay, I’m sorry. Come on, cheer up. 

Just then, Darius appeared at the end of the corridor— 

Darius: Found you. Happy birthday, Nica.

Kate: Huh?

Nica: Ohh, right. It’s today. 

Unable to keep up, I stared alternately between the two men in confusion. 

Darius then turned to me with a kind smile. 

Darius: It’s Nica and Ring’s birthday today. 

Kate: It is!?

Darius pulled a cheque out of his pocket and handed it to Nica. 

Darius: Here’s your present. It’s what you wanted, right? 

Nica: Nice. Thanks, Dari.

(That cheque had an insane number of zeros written on it…) 

My gaze reflexively shifted toward the cheque Nica waved in front of my face with a smirk. 

They continued their conversation while I stood there frozen in shock. 

Darius: Are you having a party this year?

Nica: Hmm, nope. Because it looks like Spatzi is celebrating with me instead. 

I looked up in surprise, only to see Nica’s smirk widen. 

Darius: I see. Then I shall leave Nica in your care, Miss Fairytale Keeper. 

Darius gave me a big smile before turning and walking away.  

While I was still standing there dumbfounded, Nica suddenly grabbed my chin and forced me to directly meet his gaze. 

That smug grin on his face looked like he was up to something— 

Nica: Well then. You keep me company for my birthday, Spatzi. 

And just like that, it was decided I’d be dragged around by him until the day was over. 

…

Kate: Is it really your birthday today?

Nica: Yeah, pretty much. 

(“Pretty much”?) 

I tilted my head, unable to comprehend his choice of words, 

Nica: If it’s my birthday, that means it’s Ring’s too.

Nica: He’s probably been caught by Dari and thrown into some party by now.

Nica gazed out the window while humming a tune, seemingly in an exceptionally good mood. 

(This must be the effect of Dari’s cheque.) 

His mood visibly improved ever since receiving that cheque with an absurd number of zeros. 

Kate: Do you not want to go to a party, Nica?

Nica: What’s fun about a party full of men? 

He stuck his tongue out then scrunched his face as if he ate something bitter. 

Nica: It’s more fun being with you. 

He scoffed, his expression changing almost instantly.

(That aside, I wonder where we’re headed to…)

I felt slightly uneasy about riding in a carriage with the destination unknown to me, and that emotion must've shown on my face. 

Nica’s grin grew wider when he noticed. 

Nica: Don’t worry, we’re going somewhere good. 

He then flashed me a smile more charming than any of his I’ve ever seen. 

…

I had my fingers tightly clenched around the strap of my bag as I took in the dazzling scene before my eyes. 

All around me were aristocrats stacking chips and laughing heartily, indulging themselves in gambling. 

(Coming to a casino on his birthday is just so in-character of Nica.)

I glanced to my side and saw Nica already approaching a waiter to have his chips prepared.

Nica: What’s with that look? Are you thinking “gambling on your birthday, seriously?”

Kate: I don’t deny that. But I must say, this is very “you”. 

Nica: So that’s how you see me. I’m hurt. 

He pulled the cheque out of his pocket and showed it to me. 

Panicking, I hurriedly tried to hide it. 

Nica: What are you doing? 

Kate: If people find out you’re carrying around a cheque with that sum written on it, someone might try to steal it. 

As I desperately tried to keep the cheque hidden,

Kate: Ah—

Nica raised his hand, holding the cheque out of my reach.

I got anxious and hopped slightly in an attempt to grab it, but Nica simply smirked and waved it above my head. 

Nica: Haha, you’re just so adorable, Spatzi. 

Kate: Whoa! 

He got hold of my outstretched hand and effortlessly spun me around like in a dance. 

Kate: Hey, Nica…!

Nica: The lovely little Spatzi looks the cutest when she’s dancing in the palm of my hand. 

(Geez!) 

Nica looked disappointed when I pulled my hand away, but his facial expression quickly returned to normal.

Nica: You don’t have to worry about that. The amount on this cheque is nothing more than mere pocket change to the people here. 

I glanced around the casino and saw that it was as he said, the aristocrats were too absorbed in gambling to pay us any mind. 

Nica: Anyway, Spatzi, you’re going to be gambling in my place. 

Kate: ME!?

Nica placed the cheque in my hand.

Nica: Alright, today we’re going to more than double this money.

Kate: What if we lose?

Nica: What are you talking about?

Kate: Huh? 

He flashed me a wicked smile and declared,

Nica: Losing isn’t an option. 

(He’s being serious…) 

He pulled me by my arm and seated me at an empty spot.

The table was set up for a game of poker.

Aristocrat With A Load of Chips: What, is this kid my next opponent?

Woman Hiding Her Expression With a Fan: My, my, are you sure you're not at the wrong place? 

Five players, including myself, sat around the table. Each of the other players possessed an overwhelming amount of chips. 

Irritated Aristocrat: And who’s that man behind the young lady? 

Standing behind me, Nica raised both his hands and smiled.

Nica: This girl looks like she’s never played poker. I was worried about her, so I just thought I’d teach her. 

The chips that the cheque from Darius were exchanged for were brought to us. 

(What… is this all we have!?) 

I stared in shock at the ten chips before turning to look at the other players’ stacks. 

They all had at least a hundred chips each, and that was when I realised the true meaning of what Nica said to me earlier. 

(Our sense of money is worlds apart…) 

The game began with me filling up with fear. 

With trembling hands, I played the cards I was dealt—. 

…

Dealer: A two-pair of Jacks and Aces. Lady Kate wins. 

Aristocrat With A Load of Chips:That girl won again!? 

I had somehow accumulated an impressive stack of chips in front of me without losing a single round.

(I have no idea what’s going on, but I keep winning…) 

Irritated Aristocrat: You’re not cheating, are you!? 

Kate: I’m not. 

Woman Hiding Her Expression With a Fan: Now, now, ever heard of beginner’s luck? 

Everyone cast suspicious looks at Nica, but all he did was stand far enough from the table such that there was no way he interfered with the cards. 

Another round started and the dealer handed out new cards.

The five cards I received were utterly worthless. 

(I should fold.)

Just as I reached out to choose which cards to exchange,

Kate: ! 

I felt something tracing letters onto my back, causing me to flinch at the sudden sensation. 

It was definitely Nica’s doing. 

(Do I listen to him? But that would be cheating.) 

(Then again, the cards I have in hand are worthless. There’s no guarantee I’ll win, even if I follow his instructions.) 

Dealer: Lady Kate, will you be exchanging any of your cards? 

(... This is NOT going to be funny if I lose and end up in debt!)

Kate: I’ll exchange four cards! 

Following Nica’s instructions, I exchanged four cards and only kept one.

I nearly let out an audible gasp when I looked down at my new hand of cards, and a soft chuckle from Nica reached my ears.

Aristocrat With A Load of Chips: I can’t keep losing to this girl. I’m going all-in. 

Woman Hiding Her Expression With A Fan: I’ll go all-in too. 

Everyone looked like they had a strong hand of cards as they pushed all their chips to the center of the table. 

Nica: She’s going all-in too. 

Nica spoke for me while resting his chin on my shoulder.

Dealer: Then please reveal your cards. 

The players revealed their cards, starting with the one who bet the most chips. 

A three-of-a-kind with Kings, a two-pair with Queens, a two-pair with Jacks, and a three-of-a-kind with Tens. 

And then, it was my turn— 

Dealer: A four-of-a-kind with Aces. Lady Kate wins! 

Aristocrat With A Load of Chips: Damn it! I can’t believe this! 

I sat there dumbfounded as all the chips on the table were now placed right in front of me. 

Nica: See? I told you there’s no way you’d lose. 

Nica whispered in my ear, as though he had known from the start how the game would turn out. 

Irritated Aristocrat: This is cheating! Give me my money back!

Nica: Let’s leave before we get roped into trouble.

After muttering something to the dealer, Nica grabbed my arm and whisked me out of the casino. 

…

Nica: Ahh, that was the best. You’re such a lucky star, Spatzi. 

(That was a whirlwind of events, but you secretly accepted the bet money, didn't you?)

A little while after we left the casino, the dealer who had been running after us caught up and handed Nica a cheque before heading back. 

It appeared to be the cash prize exchanged from the chips we won—

(I might pass out if I see any more large sums like this.)

The cheque Darius gave Nica earlier was already a terrifying amount of money, and the thought of that sum multiplying scared me more than it made me happy. 

Nica: We won, all thanks to you. I’ll treat you to something. 

Kate: It was originally your money, so you don’t have to.

Nica: But you were the one who worked hard to win. Be right back. 

I watched as Nica made his way toward a food wagon, and sat down on a nearby bench. 

(Did Nica really not pull any strings?) 

He gave me the final instruction in a game where I was winning consecutively by what seemed like beginner’s luck. 

(I was the one deciding whether to bet or fold based on the cards I had in hand, but…) 

It might not have been my imagination that I felt like I was being controlled to dance in the palm of his hand. 

(To be honest, I only doubt Nica because of the way he usually behaves…!) 

He was always so carefree and elusive, a perfect example of a pure villain who manipulated the hearts of others. 

Every single time we met, I felt like he was toying with me. 

Nica: Your facial expressions are changing so fast.

Kate: Wah!

Before I knew it, Nica returned and handed me a pie from a paper bag. 

Nica: Here you go.

Kate: Thank you.

He sat down next to me and we started eating pie together. 

Our eyes met while I was staring at him.

Nica: What, mesmerised by me?

Kate: Not that. I just didn’t expect you to eat something like this.

Given how he loved expensive food, it was rather surprising to see him eating pie from a food wagon—

Nica: … Ah, I usually don’t. Only when I’m really starving. 

Kate: Only if you’re really starving?

Nica: Yeah, or perhaps I just felt like eating something cheap on a day like this.

Even though he was sitting right next to me, his side profile as he stared off into the distance gave of an impression that he wasn't really there. 

Kate: It’s getting late, so allow me to celebrate your birthday again tomorrow.

Kate: I’ll be sure to prepare something you like. 

Without realising it, I was grabbing onto his sleeve.

Nica noticed and chuckled, 

Nica: I don’t need a cake or birthday song. Those don't mean anything to me. 

He placed his hand over mine that was still holding his sleeve. 

(Sometimes, Nica looks at me with such cold eyes.)

I wanted to know why, and for some reason, I couldn't take my eyes off him. 

Nica: Anyway, this area is so lively and bright even at night. 

Kate: It’s lively indeed, but it doesn't look that bright to me… 

The night view of London stretched out ahead of us, but the brightness felt the same as usual. 

(Come to think of it, he did wake up at around evening time today…)

Kate: Are you sensitive to light, Nica? 

Nica: I’m just not used to it, especially in the morning.

Nica: It’s way too bright for me. 

His profile as he watched the bustling streets looked lonely in some way. 

Nica: When your eyes have grown accustomed to the darkness where you can’t see a single ray of hope, the brightness of mornings becomes too harsh to handle. 

His hand, resting atop of mine, tightened its grip. 

(I wonder why he doesn’t want his birthday to be celebrated.)

Once again, another part of my mind was now occupied by him. 

By the time we finished our pies, it was already late into the night.

Nica: Shall we head back? 

Standing there was the usual Nica. 

…

The next day, I went to see Nica with a bouquet of flowers.

(I decided to get him a present since I couldn't give him anything yesterday…) 

He said he didn't want cake, and I didn't know what else he would like apart from cash, so I ended up choosing the safe option of getting him a bouquet. 

(Oh…!)

Kate: Nica! 

Nica: Morning, Spatzi. You’re in high spirits today too.

I shoved the bouquet into Nica’s arms as he stifled a yawn like he did yesterday. 

Nica: Whoa,

Kate: Happy birthday again. 

His eyes were opened so wide they looked like they were going to pop out of their sockets. 

Kate: “It’s always darkest before the dawn”.

Nica: Huh? 

Kate: “Even in the darkest of nights when despair is overwhelming, that time will not last forever, and the morning sun of hope will inevitably shine through”. 

Kate: It’s a quote from Shakespeare’s Macbeth, and one of my favourite sayings. 

I haven't been able to forget the words Nica said last night. 

Something told me I just had to share that quote with him. 

Kate: No matter what kind of nights you go through, there will be dawn and hope will always shine through the darkness. 

Kate: I hope the morning sunshine you see then isn’t blinding, but rather warm and gentle. 

Kate: That was embarrassing to say, but… 

Even so, I also couldn't forget the loneliness I saw in his profile last night. 

Feeling flustered, I shoved the bouquet at him, and he muttered something under his breath.

Nica: … You really are such a kind person.

Kate: Huh?

I felt an impact on my back and before I could realise what happened, I was pressed up against the wall.

The bouquet slipped from my hands and fell. 

Nica: Then why don’t you stay by my side and show this “hopeful morning sun” of yours to someone like me, who's trapped in the darkness?

Both my wrists were pinned down by him, his face was mere inches away from mine, and the scent of ylang ylang wafted between us. 

Nica: Ah, but the darkness might consume that morning sun first, you know?

Nica: No matter how much I mess with you,

Nica: You can't take your eyes off me, now can you? 

I get angry when he teases me, and sigh when he messes with me. 

And yet, when he shows me a certain expression from time to time,

Elbert pinned my hands to the bed and began messing up my clothes more roughly than usual.

Elbert: ……

The moment my skin was revealed, he gasped shallowly and stopped.

Kate: Lord Elbert….?

Worried that something strange had happened, I nervously glanced at Elbert.

Elbert: Ah…..sorry. There isn’t…..anything wrong with you, Kate….

Elbert: You’re clean…..like fallen snow….

Coupled with a sad expression, Elbert slowly traces his gaze over my skin.

(Oh….I see.)

(Until now, the marks left by Lord Elbert have always been engraved on my skin...)

(I lost both my memories and physical touch with him.)

(...For the first time in a long time, my skin is free of any marks.)

Elbert: I may kiss you, put marks on your body, and feel like you're mine…..but it's only temporary.

Elbert: I knew that….

Elbert: But…..

I felt like Elbert’s swaying ocean eyes were sinking to a depth beyond my reach.

Kate: …..Lord Elbert, could you put new marks on me?

Kate: I want you to leave proof that I’m yours again.

Kate: From now on, put lots of marks on me every day. That way, there will never ever be an end…..

I suggested this hoping to alleviate the craving in Elbert’s heart, even if only a little.

His shoulders suddenly relax and he smiled gently.

Elbert: ……Thank you, Kate.

Elbert tenderly grabbed my hands.

Instead of holding them like a specimen, he lovingly entwines them like a ideal lover.

And then - Elbert’s lips left marks all over my body.

These red blossoms will soon disappear, but Elbert will make them bloom anew each time.

Elbert: Never forget me again…..Remember me with your entire body.

Elbert’s fingers slip inside me, and as they reach further inside, he swirls them around, exploring me.

Elbert: Memorize…..how my fingers move. Memorize how I expose your body.

Kate: [Gasp]….Yes! Mmm…..

His desire to be remembered is painfully clear.

So I tried my best to resist the urge to climax and focused on the feeling of his fingers.

Kate: Haa..Nng….Ahh…!

(It feels…so good, but I need to hold out….!)

He shifts and spreads his fingers inside me, pressing on places that react sensitively…..

After tormenting me for a while, Elbert pulls out his fingers.

(I held out….)

I want to commend myself for following the movements of Elbert's fingers, with the number of times I nearly fainted.

But that sense of accomplishment was fleeting.

Elbert: Here too…..memorize me shape, so that when we’re a part, you’ll miss me.

Something hot and pulsating, larger than the mass of a finger, pushed into me —

Kate: Hngh….Aaah…!!

This time, I passed out immediately.

(Mm…..Huh? Morning….already?)

(I see….I completely forgot about last night.)

When I looked, I saw that I was sleeping with Elbert holding me from behind.

….What's more, Elbert's pillowing my head with his arm.

(I wonder if Elbert’s arm has gone numb…?)

I'm happy to have my head rest on his arm, but my first concern is the burden it will cause Elbert.

I tried to move my head away quietly so he wouldn't notice, but then…..

(Hm…? something feels off…)

(……! Th-This is….!)

After learning a certain fact, the sleepy head suddenly wakes up.

Elbert: Kate…..? You woke up…..?

Kate: Oh..Mm. Wait, Lord Elbert, don’t move - Aaah!

A single slight movement of Elbert’s hips sent a bolt of pleasure through my body.

That’s because Elbert’s hot length was buried inside me.

Kate: Why’s this…..Ahhn…!

Elbert: I thought that if I slept inside you, you’d remember my shape better…..

Kate: Mmmh….Maybe so, but…..!

As expected, I don’t have enough energy to make it through the morning.

I tried to convince Elbert but……

Elbert: I don’t want you to forget about me again. So…..

I couldn’t say no to him when spoke in a voice that sounded like it was about to cry.

Kate: ….I understand, Elbert. Please etch yourself into me some more.

After that, we looked over each other’s bodies, leaving more marks on each other.

Hoping that if I do ever forget again, I will be able to remember…..

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