I Was Transported to Another World with a Male-to-Female Ratio of 1:3000 and Made into a Breeding Pet for the Demon Lord’s Army - 74

Chapter 74: I Will Become Happy on Your Behalf

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“Ugh… What is this…? I woke up in the forest completely naked for some reason, and my head and throat hurt… I probably transformed into my beast form in the middle of the night and was howling or something. Ugh, I feel so foggy… There’s nothing else I can do but rely on Ken-chan’s precious healing power!”

Rustle, rustle~

In the pale light just after dawn, I rubbed my eyes sleepily, trying to shake off the drowsiness. As I did, Luna-san gently hugged me from behind and rubbed her body against mine. The warmth of her soft body felt so comforting, I nearly fell back asleep.

“Fwaaah… Ngh!?”

Just as I yawned, Luna-san’s finger suddenly slipped into my mouth. I bit down hard, wanting her to stop, but Luna-san only smiled serenely and didn’t pull her finger back.

“Ohoho~ ♡ Ken-chan’s slimy little tongue feels so nice ♡ Perfect for fueling my mating fantasies.”

“………What are you doing?”

“Recently, I’ve gotten into the habit of putting my finger into Ken-chan’s mouth. According to Aura, both humans and beastkin are raised on milk, so I thought doing this might remind you of your baby days and be soothing.”

Chomp chomp!

“Even so, he looks like he hates that… Why don’t you just ask Ken-chan directly? He has learned a fair amount of words now.”

“That’s true… Ken-chan? How is this? Does it feel good?”

She pulled her finger out of my mouth, then shamelessly asked, “Did it feel good?” Though I wasn’t completely fluent yet, but… Um… If I wanted to express that I’m annoyed…

“KILL YOU!”

“Hey! Who taught Ken-chan such a dangerous word!? Ken-chan is a sweet boy with the cutest smile—he’s an angel who shouldn’t use foul language! Kill!? Whoever gave him that bad influence, I’ll find them and kill them!”

“………Luna-sama, don’t you think you might be the cause?”

“Eh… So you’re saying Ken-chan learned that word by copying me!? Fufufu, when I think of it that way, even Ken-chan’s insults sound adorable ♡ Ken-chan, won’t you say “KILL YOU…” just one more time for me?~ ♡”

“Luna… Gross.”

Grab!

“D-Don’t ever say that again… if you say that to me, I won’t recover… do you understand?”

Nod nod… 

Luna-san’s eyes were so intense I reflexively nodded. That word just now… I only meant to reject her, but… It seemed like it was a major landmine for Luna-san. I realized I’d better avoid saying anything risky until I mastered the language completely.

“Poor Ken-chan…Ah, Village Chief. We’re ready to depart whenever you are.”

As we finished preparations by the carriage, the Village Chief appeared, parting the crowd of elves who’d gathered to see us off.

“Does everyone have everything? Once you leave the village, you won’t be able to return, so please make sure you haven’t forgotten anything.”

“I believe we’re good… Ken-chan, do you have the real Gon-sama with you?”

“ Yes… But… Not lively…”

“Kon…” (Whimper…)

In my arms, Gon-san’s ears and tail drooped sadly. I gently kneaded her tummy to cheer her up. Normally, she’d mischievously bite my neck or tickle my face with her fluffy tail—but today she simply lay quietly.

She’d been like this ever since the kidnapping incident, and I worried she might be injured. I decided I’d consult Aura-san once we got home. She was the brilliant doctor who’d cured my illness, so I knew she’d help.

“Huh…? Fiilia… Not here…”

I’d thought she’d come with the Village Chief to see us off, but no matter how I looked around, Fiilia-san was nowhere to be found.

“I’m sorry, Ken-chan. I called for Fiilia earlier, but she didn’t respond… I suspect she’s still asleep.”

“I see… I’d hoped to at least say a word of farewell… What a shame.”

“Fiilia…Goodbye…”

The reality that I couldn’t see her settled quietly in my chest like a heavy weight. After the festival ended, I’d wanted to use the new word I’d learned—goodbye—but she’d fallen asleep during the play. She’d been so kind to me… I really wanted to at least say “thank you.”

“Don’t be so down! It’s not like you’ll never see her again! We’ll probably come back here someday. Come on, Ken-chan! Let’s get in the carriage together~”

Luna-san gently scooped me up in her arms and carried me into the carriage with bars.

“Haa… haa… ♡ Ken-chan’s fresh scent is melting my brain… Fufufu, I’ll enjoy the rest of this back at home. Let’s head out immediately!”

“These past two weeks, you’ve all taken great care of us. There was the kidnapping incident, but that was the only incident that occurred. I will report to the Demon Lord-sama that the elves have managed to ensure Ken-chan’s comfort.”

Clatter clatter…

As Lammy-san climbed into the carriage last, it rattled into motion.

The village is getting smaller and smaller… Huh? Is that…?

“Wa-wait for meeeee! I-I’m coming too—I just overslept, that’s all!!!”

Clatter clatter…

“Hmm… Lammy. Didn’t you just hear something?”

“No, I didn’t hear anything at all…”

“Haa… Haa… Aahh… I haven’t run like this in ages, my side hurts…Wa-wait up…”

Peering carefully, I saw Fiilia-san—face pale, running awkwardly and desperately trying to catch up. At that pace, she’d never reach us even if she chased for the rest of her life.

“Haa…That girl… What a handful. 【Wing Road】!”

Whoooosh!!!

“M-Mother… Wait… Woah… Wawawaahhh!!!”

Thud!

“Ow ow ow….”

A sudden gust of wind sent Fiilia-san rocketing like a missile straight into the carriage, where she crashed face-first. I was glad I’d left the barred window open so I could see the view.

“Fiilia~ Your appetite costs us a fortune, so don’t you dare come back again~”

“P-please don’t shout things like that! Ken-chan will think I’m some kind of glutton… Oow…My back…”

Click…

“Ken-chaaaan, what’s with all the noise… Wait, why are YOU here!?”

“Ah, um, hello!”

“Hello!? Don’t “hello” me! What are you doing in the carriage—get out right now!”

“Eeeh! That’s so mean! If I go back to the village now, I’ll be the laughingstock of everyone! A-and Lammy-san said I could come! Once I’m in the carriage, I’m non-returnable!”

“Is that true? Lammy~ Can you come here for a bit…? Do you think it’s impossible to shove her out with brute force?”

“I swear I was invited! She said, ‘Would you like to come as Ken-chan’s caretaker? You have a rare talent even if I compare to the other people in the Demon Realm! You’d regret missing this chance your whole life!’”

“I can’t imagine Lammy saying something like that… But if it’s Fiilia we’re talking about, I suppose it’s fine.”

“Luna-san… I’m so touched that you trust me so much!”

“No, it’s just that you’re not the type who can keep secrets. You’d slip up immediately. I really can’t imagine you as an assassin, you’d totally fail!”

“Uuu…That’s so cruel…”

“But, we still need Ken-chan’s approval. If he says no, I’ll toss you out on the spot, okay?”

“I-I understand…That’s only fair.”

Fiilia-san exchanged a few words with Luna-san, then gazed quietly into my eyes. Was she planning to come with us? If so… That made me kind of happy.

“It’s okay… I’m sure I can get along with Ken-chan…”

【Telepathy】

(I’ve been asked to assist with your care and your studies from now on. I may be inexperienced, but I’ll do my very best. Please take care of me.)

“Yes… Fiilia… I’m happy.”

I gently wrapped both my hands around her extended right hand. The warmth of her fingers tickled me pleasantly.

“Fufu, me too. Lilith… I’ll find happiness for the both of us. So please, watch over me.”

Fiilia-san clutched the necklace at her chest and gave me a gentle smile. Her smile looked a little sad, but also very warm at the same time.

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“Everyone, we’ll be arriving at the castle soon. Fiilia-sama, please wake up.”

“Munya munya… Ken-chan… Ow! Who just hit my head!?”

“You’re the one who fell asleep leaning on your brand new boss’s shoulder… Wait, hm? What’s that?”

Clunk…

After hours of rattling along in the carriage, I’d been comforting the sulky Gon-san by patting him when the carriage suddenly jolted to a stop.

“Hey there! Luna-kun, Lammy-kun, and… I don’t know who you are, but good job making it through the long journey.”

“Oh, Aura. It’s been a while, hasn’t it… But why are you waiting for us here in the middle of nowhere instead of at the castle?”

“Wh-who is that huge spider-like monster!? Is this some kind of trap!?”

“Please calm down. This is Aura-sama, a renowned researcher of human males. Just…She’s sensitive about her appearance, so please avoid mentioning it.”

“I-I’m sorry…”

“Fufu, I don’t care about my appearance anymore. When one special person likes you, everyone else’s opinions are just nothing but white noise.”

“I-I see… Then, in that case, you won’t mind if I call you a monster?”

“Fiilia-sama, I don’t think that’s what she meant…”

“Ahem…Before answering Luna-kun’s question, I have two things to report: one good news, one bad. Which would you like first?”

“Let’s start with the good news.”

“Understood. First, the good news: the upgrades to Ken-chan’s Zoo have been completed.”

“Oh, that’s wonderful. Now Ken-chan can truly relax there.”

“I took a quick look at it too. It’s incredible. Top-class security, even by Demon Realm standards.”

“That’s very reassuring.”

“Yes, look forward to it. Now, the bad news… It concerns the castle you all live in.”

“The one Ken-chan and we call home? What about it?”

“Well… That castle has been occupied.”

““…Huh?””

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