This… this… this?
Asia flailed, eyes wide, skin flushing deep pink.
Miss Shiho was too bold.
She wanted to look away but felt frozen, unable to move.
Vermouth, seeing her reaction, chuckled. "No need to freak out. Shiho's just trying to get stronger."
"???"
Asia's head tilted in confusion.
How did that relate to getting stronger?
"Actually…" Akemi Miyano hesitated, then explained.
So… that's how it was?
Asia's expression turned peculiar.
Was this peerage a bit too improper?
Moments later, Shiho pulled away from Kaiser's lips.
Gulp!
She collapsed onto the sofa, throat bobbing, lost in some blissful haze.
Her white blouse rose and fell with her breaths, outlining perfect curves.
The captivating rise and fall drew his gaze firmly.
Noticing, Shiho arched slightly, reporting, "By the way, Master."
"While you were gone, the exorcism office is fully renovated and ready to open."
"I handed out tons of flyers for it."
Her breathing quickened, eyes gleaming meaningfully.
A dutiful master rewarded effort.
Kaiser pulled out car keys, tapping her cheek.
Shiho's eyes sparkled.
All that work deserved payoff.
She reached out, heart pounding with excitement.
"Hey, that's unfair!" Vermouth protested, who'd been explaining peerage matters to Asia.
When did this woman get so cunning?
Who was the real witch here?
She'd contributed plenty to the office—why all the credit to Shiho?
No more words—she pounced.
Her share couldn't be lost.
The living room turned chaotic.
"Enough," Kaiser said. "You're all my peerage. Everyone gets a reward."
He grabbed Vermouth, holding her back to prevent clashes with Shiho.
"Um, I… I'll go now."
Leaving that, Asia fled, overwhelmed.
Kaiser watched her retreating back, then turned to Akemi. "You helped with the office too."
"Don't you want a reward?"
Akemi stiffened. "N-No need. Serving Master is my honor."
"Then I'll note it. Claim it anytime."
"I-I understand."
Akemi dashed upstairs.
"Master, I'll make dinner!"
Bang!
Kitchen door shut, Akemi slumped in a chair, heart racing.
"So uncomfortable…"
This summer felt unbearably hot. Her hands hugged herself, fingers pressing lightly.
Kaiser's words echoed in her mind.
She… might be falling for him?
Subconsciously, her hand touched her heart, a smile forming.
Should she take that step too?
Sooner or later, she'd be claimed anyway.
Meanwhile, Asia hid in the hallway, still flushed.
The initial scene had shocked this peerage newbie.
But what followed was worse.
Her mind spun, unable to process.
Was giving "rewards" like this a master's duty?
Was this right?
Or just devil lifestyle?
Asia clenched her fists, lost in unprecedented confusion.
Would… one day she be claimed too?
She knelt, praying devoutly. "Almighty Lord, guide me… ah, ouch ouch ouch…"
…
Night fell.
Lights flickered on softly.
Kaiser checked the clock—quite late.
"Alright, clean up."
"Yes, Master."
Exhausted but obedient, the two began tidying.
Kaiser reviewed their attributes.
[Shiho Miyano]
[Race: Devil]
[Master: Kaiser Lucifuge]
[Level: LV16]
[Skill: Magic Heart]
[Magic Heart: No magic in the world holds secrets from you; master any spell swiftly.]
…
[Vermouth]
[Race: Devil]
[Master: Kaiser Lucifuge]
[Level: LV14]
[Skill: Devil Mask]
[Devil Mask: Freely alter appearance, voice, even aura—perfectly mimic others.]
…
"Good. Shiho could break into High-Class soon."
As his second peerage member, she'd received the most "rewards."
Rapid progress was expected.
Vermouth worked hard too, keeping pace.
"Master, all clean~"
"Master, we want to get stronger more."
After cleaning magic, Shiho and Vermouth wagged heart-tipped tails like eager puppies, staring at him.
"Later. Serious business first."
Kaiser waved them off, stretching.
From Donaseek's info, the meeting was tonight.
Time was short.
Such "gifting" couldn't be half-done—for master or peerage.
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