I Became an Incubus, So I'll Dive into Dreams and Give Life Advice However I Want! - Chapter 26: Oya~^^
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Chapter 26: Oya~^^
“Oh, I see. So the nobles are in a panic, huh?”
“In a panic… that’s a difficult word. Does it mean being flustered?”
“You could say that.”
“I see… In that case, it’s exactly right!”
I’m currently talking to Exis.
Today, just like every other day, I’m using Roa as a medium to project my consciousness into the capital. I wander around the vicinity of the brothel, practicing the adjustment of my magical power.
And at that moment, she… Exis, suddenly paid me a visit.
Without a moment’s notice, she appeared right behind me and stayed by my side.
(… Wait, something feels off. Isn’t this strange?)
It’s too late for such a realization now.
Exis and I are sitting on a bench, exchanging words… But I can’t help but say it once again – at present, I am a consciousness, and only Roa can perceive me.
Yet Exis sensed me and came here… Well, I suppose it’s fine since it happened last time too.
But what does it mean to exchange words?
“Hey, Exis.”
“What is it?”
“…Why can I exchange words with you?”
“Because I am Exis, that’s why.”
“??”
“Lyre-sama. It’s because I am the Exis who connected with you♪”
So, what does that mean…?
Certainly, Exis and I formed a connection in the dream, but it’s clear that it didn’t result in anything special between us.
In other words – she is in a state where she can’t hear my voice, yet she accurately perceives what I say through pure intuition.
“May I tell you something on purpose?”
“Yes!”
“You’re scary, you know.”
“Scary… Is that so? I don’t think I have any elements that would make me scary.”
“…”
I see, thank you for being unaware.
Rather, it seems I have no choice but to accept that this is the kind of woman Exis is.
After letting out a small sigh, I once again direct my gaze towards Exis… Her beautiful eyes meet mine firmly.
“…”
“Oh my, what are you doing?”
Let me ask you even more deliberately.
My voice doesn’t reach her by nature, and she can’t even perceive my presence.
Despite that, when I slowly stand up, she looks at me with curiosity, wondering what’s happening when I strike a silly pose… Hey, what kind of existence are you, really?
“…It’s pointless to ponder.”
“Well, it would be even better if I could touch you.”
Exis reaches out her hand, but she can’t touch me and her hand passes right through.
“Not being able to see or hear is inconvenient, after all… Lyre-sama, I really want to meet you directly.”
“That’s difficult, so please give up.”
“Muu!!”
Ah, that pouting face is cute.
Indeed, as expected in this different world, both the people of this world and the demons have faces that are overwhelmingly perfect and terrifying.
While contemplating that, Exis claps her hands and says something like this to me.
“Lyre-sama, actually, I’ve been thinking about the prince.”
“Thinking about him?”
“Yes. When he becomes the king of this country… I’m considering inviting you as a state guest, Lyre-sama.”
“Are you serious?”
“Of course.”
I wondered what she was thinking, so I asked for more details.
It’s clear that there is an absolute divide between humans and demons in the current world, and she wants to invite me as part of an effort to bridge that gap. Of course, at first, it won’t be made public, and it seems Exis and others will gather trusted individuals.
“How about it? Of course, this is just a suggestion, and not only you but also if there’s anyone else you want to bring along, it’s fine.”
“…Hmm.”
The people Exis’s words are referring to are probably Aria and my mother.
Honestly, being proposed in this way is something that brings me great joy. It is not only beneficial for me but also for other demons to take steps towards reconciliation with humans, undoubtedly a step towards peace.
However… despite her kind offer, as an incubus, I can’t appear in public.
“Ahh… I appreciate the suggestion, but you see, I’m a bit of a special case.”
“Do you have a reason for it?”
“Ah…”
When I convey that, she looks visibly disappointed, but as I mentioned earlier, it’s highly unlikely that we’ll meet in person in reality.
If I wasn’t influenced by the instincts of a succubus, I would fly to Exis right away and have a blast… but well, there’s nothing to be done.
“But… considering your positions, it can’t be helped, you’re impressive even though you’re young, both Exis and the prince.”
“Is that so? It’s also a given role, and personally, it’s a way for me to release pent-up frustrations I’ve had until now.”
“That’s great. You’ve been through a lot.”
“Yes♪”
Afterwards, Exis reluctantly left.
Just before she disappeared from sight, she turned around and waved her hand at me. I noticed a passerby nearby staring at her in surprise, and I couldn’t help but smile wryly and turn away.
I headed towards Roa-san’s place and made sure to report on my condition.
“Do you think you’re close to grasping it?”
“Yeah… I might be able to do it soon.”
Closing and opening my hand… It may seem like an unrelated movement, but it helps me understand the flow of magic circulating through my body.
If I no longer have to worry about my magic and if this magic becomes something that doesn’t strain my body, I won’t need to rely on Roa-san’s care anymore… But in a way, it feels a little lonely.
“Oh, do you think it’s lonely?”
“Did I say it out loud?”
“No, I just had a feeling.”
Saying that, Roa-san embraced me.
Even though our appearances are completely different, she still exudes the comforting presence that reminds me of my mother and Nanaly-san, perhaps because she’s an adult.
While I don’t get the same fluttering feeling as before, I entrusted myself to her for a while… and then quickly returned my consciousness back to my own body.
“Welcome back.”
“I’m home.”
Aria, who must have stayed by my side the whole time, welcomed me.
It’s not necessary for her to be by my side all the time, but Aria stays close because she’s worried.
That’s why I don’t tell her to do what she wants. If I were to say that, it would be like I don’t understand her intentions, and she would scold me instead.
Instead, Aria does what she wants because she enjoys it, so it’s better to understand the situation without saying anything.
“That’s right.”
…So why can you understand what I’m thinking?
Although I became a little scared, realizing that I might be similar to Exis in that aspect, I try not to worry about it and get up.
I returned from the royal capital, but it’s not yet evening, so Aria and I find ourselves with free time and decide to go outside.
“…Huh? What’s that?”
“I wonder.”
When we reached an open square, we saw young succubus children playing.
These succubus children, who were about the age of elementary school students in human terms, were playing with magic. Even at that age, being a succubus, a powerful species in this world, their magical skills were being diligently honed.
“I’m sure those children will grow up to be great succubi.”
“Yeah, they’ll definitely become strong.”
In more ways than one, they will become strong.
Now, as we watched the scene of those children with a smile, something happened from a different angle—magic flew towards us at an incredible speed without warning.
“Huh?”
“Lyre!
Thanks to Aria instantly activating her magic, the spell didn’t harm me. However, I stumbled slightly as if I had been lightly struck on the forehead.
It seemed that the magic was a result of the influence from the children’s play and they weren’t able to control it properly.
“A-are you alright!?”
In this village, I’m well-known.
That’s why when the child who caused the commotion flew over to me and expressed their concern, it touched my heart. Aria also carefully touched my forehead to check on me, but there were no visible injuries, and it didn’t seem like there was any damage inside my head. So I wanted to reassure them and say that I was fine, but the words didn’t come out.
“Huh?”
“Lyre…?”
“Lyre-sama…?”
No… It’s not that I’m in pain or unable to speak… It’s just that I couldn’t utter any words in front of the scene before me.
Aria standing in front of me, the young succubus, and the other succubi who were watching the situation unfold… Suddenly, my body started to heat up rapidly.
It was an intense mix of embarrassment and excitement.
“Lyre? Your face is really red.”
“What should I do… I… I…!”
Oh no, don’t cry. I’m really okay!
In an attempt to reassure the young succubus, I reached out my hand and touched her head. In that instant, my body trembled with a jolt of electricity rushing through me.
This is strange… Strange… Strange, strange, strange!
“I… I’m… going home!”
I said that and quickly ran back home.
My face is hot… My body is hot… I can’t even bring myself to look at those succubi in such a state.
It’s as if… I’ve reverted back to my original human sensibilities. As I ran, I couldn’t help but think of such an absurd possibility.