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EP.26 The Drunk Demon King Is Cute and Dangerous
"Ugh… This place doesn't look suspicious at all, does it…"
The place I arrived at with Satiana was a quiet shop.
It was tucked away in a secluded alley, but otherwise a fairly normal establishment.
Aside from the alcohol and the setting, there wasn't anything else out of the ordinary.
But what you did here was up to you.
Unless you called for staff, it was a private space separated from the outside.
You could enjoy it innocently or get intimate-either way, it was a popular spot.
"It's a little dark, but it's just a normal place. No need to be on guard."
"Hmph… You're planning to do something weird again, aren't you?"
"We're just here to eat and talk, so relax and enjoy."
I took a bite of the food we ordered.
The juiciness and sweetness were luxurious.
It wasn't too much or too little-the perfect balance made it worth the high price.
"Doesn't seem like you did anything weird to the food."
Seeing me eat, Satiana seemed reassured.
She finally reached for her own dish.
"Mmm… Ah…! This…"
"What's wrong?"
"I-it's delicious…!"
I had no idea why she was getting mad about it.
A Demon King getting mad because something is tasty-it was like scolding a subordinate for a late explanation.
Still, I was glad she didn't dislike it.
"This place is expensive because of the seating fee, but they invest in the food too. It's popular as a wholesome place to enjoy yourself."
"Hmph… You've brought me to a pretty decent place for once."
"Sounds like there's a barb in that compliment."
"Think about the shop you took me to last time to buy clothes. And this swimsuit I'm wearing… I still can't get used to it."
That couldn't be helped.
It had a subtle stimulating effect from clinging so tightly.
It was subtle enough to be hard to notice, but constant stimulation would inevitably have an effect.
"Today we're just going to enjoy ourselves normally, so relax."
"I'll trust you for today only."
"So you won't trust me tomorrow."
Satiana ignored me and started eating.
She picked a pie that looked a bit dry.
"It has a rich flavor."
"It's a little dry, so try it with some alcohol. It'll taste twice as good."
"Ugh… Is this alcohol…?"
Satiana's face twisted.
Apparently, she didn't like alcohol much.
She must have thought it was just a drink, but her hand stopped halfway to her mouth.
"What, you don't like alcohol?"
"Alcohol is the worst! It's either absurdly salty or feels like a small fire in your throat!"
"Ah…"
I realized her standards for alcohol were different.
For me, human-made drinks were normal, but Satiana was thinking of the drinks monsters enjoyed.
Monster alcohol is bizarre.
There are all kinds of drinks that no human could stomach.
Alcohol made with rotten food added.
Alcohol where they burn fuel to get a "fire flavor."
Alcohol so salty or sweet it's beyond normal standards.
If you'd ever had that kind of drink, it was only natural to have a bad impression of alcohol.
"I can imagine what the drinks at the Demon King's castle were like."
"I tried them out of curiosity, but I threw them all away after one sip."
"I feel bad for whoever made them."
"It's their fault for making bad drinks!"
"Still, try this one. I think you'll like it."
Satiana eyed the glass suspiciously.
The crimson wine had a subtle, elegant aroma.
"I don't want to get tricked again…"
"I'm buying, so try it. It's on a different level. If you really hate it, you don't have to finish it."
"Fine. I'll let myself be tricked once, for your sake."
Her words sounded reluctant, but her actions didn't match.
There was curiosity in her red eyes.
She seemed intrigued by how different this was from the drinks she'd known.
Satiana cautiously brought the wine to her lips.
She sipped it slowly, savoring it as it went down her throat.
"Mmm…"
She didn't spit it out.
In fact, she kept drinking quietly.
"Looks like you like it, since you keep drinking."
"Hmph… I-it's not bad. I'll admit humans know how to make alcohol."
I just thought it was a matter of taste.
There might be monsters who make better drinks than humans-sometimes even bizarre cooking methods turn out tasty.
"Anyway, I'm glad you're enjoying it."
"Honestly, I didn't expect you to bring me to a place like this. I'll relax and enjoy myself."
"I'm paying for everything, so if you want more, just say so."
"Hmph… So you do have money, hero."
"I used to have no freedom to spend money, so I saved up. Not that the pay was ever great."
Satiana gave me a faint smile.
She seemed genuinely satisfied and looked happy.
"It's a bit better than being at the Demon King's castle… Ugh… mm… haah…!"
Satiana poured herself another drink and downed it.
I was a little worried, but it meant her guard was down, so it wasn't a bad thing.
"What was it like there?"
"Not much fun. Just giving orders to subordinates… Nothing but boring stuff."
"It must be hard to have fun in such a gloomy castle."
Being the Demon King must have been a burden.
Just having that title meant you couldn't just go out freely.
It was hard to find anything to break the monotony.
"So, um…"
Satiana's cheeks were tinged red.
She looked like she was struggling to say something.
"I… I'm grateful to you… Ugh…! Just a little, though…!"
I felt like I'd been caught off guard.
I saw a cute side of her I hadn't expected.
She was shy but didn't deny it, which made her even more charming.
She wouldn't have said it if she wasn't tipsy.
I wouldn't have thought to ask, either.
"Heh… I'm glad."
"Ugh…! It's annoying when you smile like that!"
"I'm just responding normally to your thanks."
I couldn't help but smile.
A sincere thank you from the "fearsome" Demon King felt really good.
I was glad I'd brought her out for drinks.
"I'm only saying this today, so forget it!"
Satiana quickly brought her glass to her lips.
She seemed to be trying to erase her embarrassment, which was just cute.
"Aren't you drinking a little fast?"
"What's it matter?"
"You probably won't get drunk, but you're drinking fast."
A normal person wouldn't get drunk on this much.
I just thought she was drinking quickly. But for some reason, I had a bad feeling.
"You don't have to worry. Nothing bad will happen just because I drink a bit! I'll show you myself!"
"Hey… wait…"
I didn't even have time to stop her.
Satiana brought the wine bottle straight to her mouth.
Anyone could see it was the reckless act of someone about to get drunk.
'She's a lightweight.'
She had no experience drinking.
I probably should have realized it sooner.
"You should stop now that you're drunk."
"Hmph… I finished it all anyway…♥"
Her voice was tinged with a sweet, nasal tone.
Her gaze was moist as she looked at me.
Even her light movements seemed to ooze sensuality.
"Come to think of it… last time, you touched my body however you wanted, didn't you?"
"I did. Did you not like it?"
"Ugh… T-that's not it…! It's just… my pride can't accept being overpowered by you…!"
Satiana answered, moving her head cutely.
She tried to act proud but couldn't lie.
"If you didn't dislike it, then there's no problem."
"Ugh…! I don't like it, though…"
"But I'm treating you to good food and drink here, aren't I?"
"That's not enough! So… ugh…! Something…"
Satiana fell into thought.
She was clearly trying to think of something she could get from me.
I could see her tipsy mind working hard.
I enjoyed watching her think, so I waited.
I felt a faint sense of unease, but my anticipation was greater.
"Ugh… fine…! Kiss me!"
Satiana was smiling.
It was like she'd finally come up with a good idea after thinking hard.
If anything, I was the one surprised.
"Huh…?"
"Hurry up and do as I say!"
Watching her urge me, I realized something.
The source of the unease I'd been feeling was Satiana's drinking habit.
I could feel her determination-she wouldn't take no for an answer.
'She's the type to act however she wants when drunk.'
She was a lightweight and it was her first time drinking, so it couldn't be helped.
But on the other hand, it meant she wanted a kiss.
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