"Master, my level seems to have truly increased."
Although she couldn't see her own level information, Chelsea was very clear about the strengthening of her body.
After becoming a Demon.
The strength gained in such a short time.
It was far, far greater than all her diligent training throughout her life.
"This is just the beginning."
"However, to become even stronger, it's up to you."
"Oh, I know."
Chelsea took a deep breath, the blush on her pretty face becoming even more charming.
A moment later.
She was immersed in the joy of becoming stronger.
[Chelsea]
[Race: Demon]
[Master: Linde Lucifergus]
[Level: LV27]
[skill: Stealth]
[Stealth: Reduces one's presence, perfectly eliminating one's aura.]
"She just went up one level?"
"Indeed, the lower the level, the faster the leveling now."
Linde was thoughtful.
If this continued.
He would become stronger and stronger.
It was likely that future Retainers would all ascend to greatness in one go.
After one time, it wouldn't be impossible to directly ascend to an Upper-level Demon.
"Oh my god, as expected of Master, to take her as a Retainer in such a way?"
"Alas, I lost."
"If only Master had been so gentle with me back then."
"You Fallen Angel, don't overthink it; dealing with a nasty fellow like you requires strong medicine."
Outside the main hall, numerous Retainers were chattering incessantly.
But very quickly.
Their voices came to an abrupt halt.
Because Linde's gaze had already turned towards them.
Oh, really.
Just now, they were making excuses, but now they're so enthusiastic about watching the show.
"Oh no."
"This is bad."
The smiles on Miyano Shiho and the others' faces had all frozen.
How did watching a play seem to get them involved?
Buzz!
The Magic Circle's light flashed.
Figures piled up like dumplings.
Chelsea: "..."
The next afternoon.
Linde returned to the Main World.
Old school building, Occult Research Club.
"You bad guy, you disappeared again these past few days."
Rias leaned in Linde's arms, gently raising her small pink fist and punching him repeatedly.
"Didn't you also know that I was in Another World?"
Linde reached out and pulled Rias's head closer, gently stealing a kiss from her lips.
He whispered in her ear, "Besides, didn't you say you had things to do and wouldn't come over?"
However, this was indeed a troublesome matter.
It seemed he needed to find time to research inter-world communication.
"Hmph."
Rias let out a soft snort, a faint blush spreading across her charming face.
"You have a point."
"By the way, when exactly do you plan to enroll?"
"This..."
Hearing this, Linde felt a bit awkward.
It seemed he had almost forgotten about this matter.
He wanted to say he wouldn't go.
But because of this, Rias had been busy for so long, so it didn't seem right to just stand her up.
"Hmm?"
Suddenly, Linde's eyes flickered slightly.
He saw that the [Demon Summoning] skill was flashing.
"This contract is..."
Linde's lips curled into a slight smile.
"Finally, caught in the net?"
Inside a somewhat dilapidated house.
Senjougahara Hitagi paced back and forth with her phone, her eyes filled with anxiety.
"Dad, where on earth have you gone?"
If he merely didn't answer the phone, she wouldn't be worried.
But not long ago, that woman had visited, which made it impossible not to overthink things.
That.
The woman named 'Mother'.
Ever since she started believing in that cult, she had completely lost her mind.
They had long since cut ties with her, but for some reason, she had shown up again.
If it was just to scam money, that would be fine.
Because they had no money at all.
She was just afraid that woman would do something crazy.
She rubbed her temples, then her expression shifted.
"I remember, I already threw it away, didn't I?"
She looked at the black contract in the corner of the room, feeling slightly puzzled.
"Could it be... a supernatural event?"
Senjougahara Hitagi's expression stiffened slightly.
"No, it must be some kind of prank."
"But what if it's real?"
She picked up the black contract, a flicker of hesitation in her eyes, which was ultimately replaced by resolve.
As long as she could save her last family member, even if it truly was a Demon, she would willingly dedicate everything she had.
Taking out a pen and signing her name on the black contract, Senjougahara Hitagi murmured to herself.
"Mr. Demon, can you truly respond to me?"
A glimmer of anticipation flashed in her eyes.
She knew the possibility was slim, yet she still hoped to grasp it.
She was at her wit's end now.
But very quickly.
Senjougahara Hitagi shook her head and laughed.
As expected.
It's fake.
I was so foolish.
I was desperate and turned to anything.
How is this any different from that woman who believed in a cult?
Just as she was thinking this, the black parchment in her hand glowed brightly.
A dark purple magic circle began to spin.
"This?"
Senjougahara Hitagi took a step back, her eyes wide.
"It seems you finally wish for my help."
Under her gaze, that familiar yet unfamiliar handsome figure came into view.
"Are you really a demon?"
Senjougahara Hitagi couldn't believe it.
But the magic circle just now definitely couldn't have been an illusion.
"You summoned me, and you're still asking such a ridiculous question?"
Linde smiled, a playful smirk on his lips: "So, my contractor, what is your wish?"
Senjougahara Hitagi took a deep breath.
She felt as if this world had become so strange.
Heaven knows.
Such an almost impossible probability had actually occurred.
However.
Since he had been summoned.
She might as well give it a try.
"Mr... Demon."
Senjougahara Hitagi said cautiously: "Could I trouble you to save my father?"
"Of course, no problem."
Hearing this, Linde agreed without hesitation.
Even though he didn't know what had happened to her father.
But for an ordinary human.
Could they really turn the world upside down?
Senjougahara Hitagi's eyes showed surprise.
This Mr. Demon.
He was much easier to talk to than she had imagined.
Could it be.
She had encountered a good demon?
Temporarily pushing aside the jumbled thoughts in her mind, Senjougahara Hitagi quickly said: "Then, Mr. Demon, without further ado, let's act quickly."
"We haven't finished talking yet, don't be so rushed."
"Huh?"
Linde looked at the somewhat bewildered Senjougahara Hitagi and said with a smile: "Before we get to work, let's talk about compensation."
Senjougahara Hitagi was stunned, and instinctively replied: "What compensation?"
"You don't seriously think that we demons help people out of altruism, do you?"
Senjougahara Hitagi: "..."
Alright, she really shouldn't have had any illusions about demons.
She said timidly: "Then, what should I give you?"
"Let me say this first, I don't have any money."
"I am a demon, why would I want such vulgar things?"
Linde smiled slightly and said: "From beginning to end, I only wanted you."
"Huh?"
Senjougahara Hitagi's eyes widened instantly, and she said indignantly: "Isn't that even more vulgar?"
"You can't say that."
Linde's lips curled up: "Having a harem is a very noble goal."
"...Sure enough, you're just a perverted demon, aren't you?"
"Thank you for the compliment."
"Heh, heh heh."
Senjougahara Hitagi's mouth twitched slightly.
Was summoning a demon a mistake?
Just as she thought this, she realized her current situation, and she completely deflated.
If she had to do it again.
She would probably do the same.
Ultimately, she had no other choice.
"But my first time, I have to give it to a demon?"
Senjougahara Hitagi was incredibly frustrated.
But soon, there was a resolute look in her eyes.
She glanced at Linde and said timidly: "Right, right here?"
"Anywhere is fine, there are no outsiders anyway."
"Hmph!"
Senjougahara Hitagi took a deep breath and gently took off her outer clothing.
Her perfect, full curves were already on full display.
Seeing this, Linde raised his index finger forward.
"Wait."
Senjougahara Hitagi's pupils contracted as she said: "You wouldn't be thinking of..."
"You, you really are a perverted demon, to use your finger?"
"Hey, your finger is bleeding."
"Nonsense, the engraving needs to be drawn with my blood."
"What engraving?"
"It's the ritual to become my familiar."
Senjougahara Hitagi looked at the fleeting heart-shaped pattern on her skin.
Her face instantly turned red.
Mis... misunderstood.
Oh god, this is too embarrassing, isn't it?
This Mr. Demon wouldn't think I'm some shameless woman, would he?
If only I had asked clearly beforehand... Thump!
Thump-thump!
Numerous thoughts flashed by, and Senjougahara Hitagi paused, feeling her heart begin to beat faster.
Within her body, an endless stream of power began to surge forth.
"What... what's happening to my body?"
She gritted her teeth, speaking with some difficulty.
"The reincarnation ritual has begun, you'll be a demon soon."
"???"
Senjougahara Hitagi's brain completely crashed.
Ignoring her reaction, Linde looked at Senjougahara Hitagi's attribute information.
[Senjougahara Hitagi]
[Race: Demon]
[Master: Linde Lucifergus]
[Level: LV9]
[Skill: Weight Manipulation]
[Weight Manipulation: Can flexibly adjust the body's weight.]
Looking at the skill [Weight Manipulation], Linde's eyes lit up.
[Weight Manipulation] [Rubber Body] [Steel Body].
These three skills seem to have a lot of potential.
"I... I'm not human anymore?"
Beside him, Senjougahara Hitagi looked at her wings and tail, already on the verge of tears.
"Naturally."
Linde replied, then carefully looked at Senjougahara Hitagi's chest again, transcribing the information.
"..."
Senjougahara Hitagi's pretty face flushed, realizing she was still in a state of 'welcoming guests,' and hastily put on her outer clothing.
The next moment.
An attribute sheet appeared before her eyes.
After a careful look, Senjougahara Hitagi's expression became incredibly complex.
She had really become a demon from legends?
She quickly picked up a mirror and looked at herself.
Thankfully, her appearance hadn't changed.
It seemed that apart from having wings and a tail, there was no difference from before.
Moreover.
She instinctively clenched her fists.
Her physical fitness seemed to have increased countless times.
And the mysterious power within her body was very likely the legendary magic.
With all these benefits combined, it seemed like she was the one who profited.
For a moment.
The frustration of just becoming non-human had completely vanished.
"Come on, let's talk."
"What?"
Senjougahara Hitagi was stunned.
"About your father."
Linde glanced at her, a little helpless.
This woman, she didn't forget the main business, did she?
Senjougahara Hitagi immediately reacted and quickly said, "Right, my father should have been taken away by my mother."
"The exact situation is unclear, but it's very likely within The Cult my mother belongs to, the Hishinkai."
"???"
Linde was somewhat astonished.
That name, such a strong sense of déjà vu.
How many messed-up things had this hodgepodge world truly integrated?
"Do you know the address?"
"No, I don't know."
Shaking his head, Linde took out his phone and dialed Vermouth's number.
"Mr. Demon..."
"Call me Master."
"Okay, Master, what is this?"
"I need someone to find the address of the Hishinkai."
"You're a demon, don't you have more sophisticated methods?"
After giving Vermouth a few instructions, Linde hung up the phone and casually said, "Even demons need to keep up with the times."
He didn't have Senjougahara Hitagi's father's aura.
He couldn't pinpoint him at all.
When it came to finding someone, he really couldn't compare to high technology.
Buzz—
The phone vibrated.
Vermouth quickly sent the address information for the Hishinkai...