DxD: Chapter 180/182

Chapter 180: Hayasaka Modes
Ai stared at Kaguya holding the pad, even pinching it a few times out of curiosity.

Ai's eyelid twitched.

She tried her best to keep a calm expression and replied evenly, "This is a portable disguise prop for emergency transformation missions."

"Disguise props?"

Kaguya was confused for a second before her expression brightened.

"I see!"

Ai: "…"

As expected of Kaguya, she believed it so easily.

Ai pursed her lips. Her emotions were complicated, but there was a trace of relief too.

Thankfully, it was Kaguya…

But…

Lynn wasn't as easy to fool. He clicked his tongue twice, looked at Ai, then at Kaguya, subconsciously making a comparison.

A minute later, Lynn, who had noticed a few subtle differences, gave his honest judgment.

"Ai, you win!"

Ai's face twitched, letting out a chuckle in her heart.

I don't feel any satisfaction from defeating Kaguya!

Not to mention…

It took him a full minute to tell the difference…

Isn't that basically a loss?

Ai sighed inwardly, slightly ashamed of her own figure, which wasn't all that different from Kaguya's.

I wonder…

After becoming a devil and receiving a blessing, will my chest get bigger?

But…

She glanced at Kaguya, who hadn't changed at all, and gave up any hope.

Lynn held the Evil Piece in his hand, rubbed his chin, and asked, "Do you want it engraved on the front or the back?"

Ai froze, then asked with a strange expression, "I get to choose?"

Lynn shrugged. "Kaguya's front and back are the same, so it doesn't really matter."

Kaguya's expression stiffened.

I feel… kinda hurt.

"You…"

Lynn paused, then continued, "Though you're a bit better than Kaguya, it's not by much, huh?"

This time, it was Ai who felt uncomfortable. She turned around decisively. "Just engrave it on my back!"

She couldn't bear to admit she was basically on Kaguya's level!

Even though… that was the reality.

Ugh…

Ai sobbed in her heart.

Soon, a cool sensation came from her back, snapping her out of her thoughts.

She let out a soft hum as a strange change took place in her body.

She instinctively looked down, but the sight of her clearly visible toes shattered any lingering hopes.

At the same time, a system notification echoed in Lynn's ears.

[Ding! You have obtained peerage member Ai!]
[Ding! Your peerage member Ai has been reincarnated as a special devil!]

Lynn's eyes flickered with surprise.

Another special devil?

This former master and servant pair actually had that kind of potential?

Lynn pulled up Ai's blessing info.


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[Hayasaka Ai]
Rank: Low-Class Devil
Master: Lynn Valefor

Stats:
Strength: i0
Agility: i0
Durability: i0
Magic: i0

Innate Ability:
[Devil of a Hundred Faces]
•Feast of a Hundred Forms – Generates different modes based on identity input. Available modes:

Maid Mode: Housekeeping ability +300%, cleaning tools can be used as weapons.

Hot Girl Mode: Charm +50%, alcohol resistance increased.

Sniper Mode: Visual range +500m, long-range weapon accuracy correction.

•Devil Transformation (Final Episode Personality Overload of Hundred Faces)


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As expected, like Kaguya, she was a Low-Class Devil.

Lynn had already predicted this.

After all, they had been ordinary humans.

But…

A devil with a hundred faces?

Lynn narrowed his eyes and studied the Maid Mode entry, puzzled.

Seems like…

These modes are based on Ai's previous disguises?

At first glance, Devil of a Hundred Faces didn't seem that remarkable.

But Lynn didn't think it would be so simple.

He copied the blessing info and handed it to Ai.

Ai looked over her abilities, momentarily dazed.

Seeing that, Lynn said, "Let's test your ability first."

He already had some guesses.

Ai nodded obediently, then closed her eyes and acted on instinct.

"Maid mode."

Buzz—

The moment she spoke, her body was engulfed in black mist.

The next second, the mist dispersed.

Ai now stood before him in a completely different maid outfit, various cleaning tools like brooms hanging from her outfit.

Lynn looked at her new appearance and asked, stroking his chin, "Do you feel anything?"

Ai was silent for a while, then hesitated. "It feels like…"

"Like I can do housework more efficiently now."

Saying that, she looked conflicted.

Even after becoming a devil, her awakened ability still relied on being a maid?

And…

Ai held up a broom with a strange expression. "I think…"

"I unlocked some… new uses for the broom."

Now, it felt like she had been using brooms all her life. Not just for chores—

She even knew combat techniques with them.

But…

Compared to Kaguya's Ice Devil ability, isn't this kind of lame?

Ai felt a little discouraged.

Lynn squinted and continued, "Try something else."

"Yes."

Ai responded and said, "Hot Girl Mode."

Buzz—

Black mist shrouded her again.

The next moment—

She appeared with her hair in a ponytail, her jacket tied around her waist, and bright blue nail polish on her fingers.

It was almost the same as Ai's appearance at school.

She experienced the form, but…

"I don't feel any significant changes."

Lynn shook his head. "Nope."

Then he glanced at Kaguya.

Kaguya's eyes sparkled. "Hayasaka, you look so cool now!"

Ai: "…"

Where did this airheaded version of Kaguya come from again? Bring back the ice queen!

Unable to deal with Kaguya's starry-eyed gaze, Ai quickly switched again!

"Sniper Mode!"

Buzz—

The dense black mist returned.

This time, Ai appeared in a high-end combat outfit, a camo tactical cap on her head, and a rectangular case on her back.

She opened the box, revealing an unassembled sniper rifle.

Her hands moved on their own, skillfully assembling it in seconds.

With the sniper rifle in her grasp, she could instantly judge wind direction, range, and other environmental factors.

She had seemingly mastered every sniping technique without a single teacher, like she and the gun were one.

But…

After the initial excitement, Ai suddenly realized something.

She raised her head and said hesitantly, "Even if the sniper mode has some combat power…"

"It's probably useless against supernatural beings, right?"

Why do all three modes feel kind of… lame?

Ai complained internally.

But…

This skill might be crazy in bed?

Ai glanced at her skin-tight combat suit, which hugged her figure, and began pondering.

Maid, hot girl, leather combat suit…

Would there be Sensei, lawyer, or even Spider-Man next?

Hiss—

Her eyes widened slightly, and she felt like she had unlocked another use for Devil of a Hundred Faces.

She sneakily peeked at Lynn, then quickly looked away.

Devil of a Hundred Faces…

Could this actually be an emotional ability?

Lynn had a different take.

Identity input…

Generates corresponding forms based on the identity info?

Do these forms also gain the associated abilities?

Lynn pulled out his phone and searched for various professions.

Chef, Sensei…

But…

These ordinary professions didn't seem to yield anything special.

He continued scrolling.

Professions like boxer and fighter showed up.

Finally—

Lynn selected the Assassin profession and handed the phone to Ai.

"Try entering this identity into Devil of a Hundred Faces."

Ai took the phone, read the contents, and focused.

Inputting identity…

[Input failed. Identity information incomplete…]

Ai paused. "It says the input failed."

Lynn raised an eyebrow.

Ai added, "It says the identity info is missing."

Lynn narrowed his eyes.

Missing info?

Could it be that the data from a simple web search wasn't enough?

Thinking it over, Lynn messaged Natsuki Minamiya—his all-purpose tool.

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Lynn: "Books on assassination techniques? What got you so curious?"

Natsuki was a bit surprised after seeing his message.

Lynn: "It's for my peerage."

Got it.

Realization flashed in Natsuki's eyes.

She casually reached out to a few acquaintances, collected some assassination-related material, and sent it to Lynn.

Lynn: "Natsuki-chan, you're really my angel!"

Natsuki's eye twitched.

You're a devil, and you're calling others angels?

But…

Being familiar with Lynn's antics, she more or less let it slide.

Still—

Natsuki: "Don't add 'chan'!!"

Natsuki: "Also, that group recently shaking things up… That was you, right?"

Lynn: "As expected of Natsuki-chan, you figured it out."

Natsuki's face darkened.

He wasn't even trying to deny it, still calling her "Natsuki-chan," and treating her like she was blind.

The words "Lynn Group" were plastered all over. Did he think she couldn't read?

Irritated, she pounded out a response.

Natsuki: "You stirred up a real mess this time."

She didn't elaborate, but Lynn understood—this was about taking over the Shinomiya Zaibatsu.

After all, the Shinomiya group stood at the very top of human society. It was impossible not to draw attention.

But…

Lynn also knew what Natsuki was concerned about.

Lynn: "Relax. Everything with the Shinomiya Zaibatsu will stay the same. There won't be any disruption to human society."

Natsuki: "That's for the best."

After sending that, Natsuki sighed.

The Shinomiya Zaibatsu held massive influence over Japan's finance and banking sectors.

Even the slightest disturbance could cause chaos.

She could only hope Lynn would stay true to his word.

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Back on Lynn's end.

After receiving the assassin training data, Lynn asked Ai to try again.

[Inputting identity…]
[Identity successfully entered. Assassin Mode acquired!]

Ai's eyes widened slightly. "It… worked?"

Lynn grinned. "Alright. Time to update your blessing."

(To be continued.)

Chapter 181: Tests

Ai exposed her back again.

Lynn renewed her blessing.

Soon, her updated blessing information appeared once more.

There were no major changes. Lynn looked down at the [Devil of a Hundred Faces] listed under her Innate skills.


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[Devil of a Hundred Faces]

Feast of a Hundred Forms – Generates corresponding modes based on input identity. Completed Modes:

Maid Mode: Housekeeping ability increased by 300%, cleaning tools can be used as weapons

Hot Girl Mode: Charm +50%, increased alcohol resistance

Sniper Mode: Field of vision extended by 500 meters, long-range weapon accuracy correction

Assassin Mode: Gains aura suppression and assassination techniques

•Devil Transformation (Personality Overload – Final Episode of Hundred Faces)


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As expected.

Lynn thought to himself.

The ability of [Devil of a Hundred Faces] was quite similar to Utaha's [Archivist Devil].

One records identity information to gain the related appearance and abilities. The other records and reproduces abilities directly.

However…

Lynn stroked his chin in contemplation.

Whether it's maid, hot girl, or assassin, these are all ordinary identities.

Is it possible to access higher-ranked ones?

Lynn's thoughts drifted.

For example…

Dog-yokai, cat-yokai, fox-yokai…

Maybe even an angel or fallen angel?

Or perhaps…

Dragons?

But…

To obtain such identities, complete information is required for them to be entered properly.

Moreover, Hayasaka was still just a Low-Class Devil. Lynn wondered whether [Devil of a Hundred Faces] would be restricted by her current rank.

Of course.

Even if this ability had great potential, Lynn understood one thing.

Even if she gained the form of an angel or dragon, it would be temporary.

At the core, she was still the half-blood devil Hayasaka.

Once her magic power couldn't sustain the consumption of [Devil of a Hundred Faces], she would return to her original form.

It was kind of like…

A living character catalog?

Lynn wondered what it would be like if he used the ability of [Devil of a Hundred Faces].

He set the thought aside for now, copied the new blessing details, and handed it to Hayasaka.

"Assassin mode…"

Hayasaka stared at the entry and muttered.

Then, a thought surfaced in her mind.

Buzz—

Her form changed once more.

She wore sleek black heels, a red slit dress with black thigh straps. She looked cool and capable.

At the same time…

Knowledge and techniques related to assassination flooded her mind.

And more importantly—

Her presence vanished!

With a single thought, Hayasaka suppressed her aura. Her presence became faint and hard to detect.

She glanced to the side and noticed Kaguya, who had been watching closely, now looked around in confusion.

Hayasaka then looked toward Lynn.

"…?"

Yeah, aura suppression had no effect on Lynn at all.

After experimenting with her ability a while longer and realizing it consumed magic rather quickly, Hayasaka canceled [Devil of a Hundred Faces].

A black mist swept over her.

Her bare body instantly appeared in Lynn's line of sight.

Hayasaka paused briefly, then calmly put on her top and resumed her composed maid posture.

Seeing that, Kaguya suddenly remembered her own state. She was about to put on her clothes like Hayasaka, but her hands froze mid-air.

Master Lynn hadn't said anything yet…

With that thought, Kaguya looked at Lynn nervously.

Her pitiful, puppy-like expression made Lynn curl his finger at her as if teasing a pet.

Kaguya's face flushed, but she still knelt down and crawled over.

As she got closer, Lynn reached out and stroked her smooth chin.

Kaguya's body trembled. Her eyes wandered and her face turned completely pink.

After playing around for a bit, Lynn finally said, "Alright, put your clothes on."

"Yes, Master Lynn."

Kaguya's voice quivered. She knelt and quickly buttoned her shirt in a flustered panic.

Seeing this, Lynn looked toward Hayasaka.

"You're already familiar with maid duties. You can arrange the tasks as you see fit. For now…"

"You and Kaguya should familiarize yourselves with the environment here."

"Yes."

Hayasaka bowed her head.

Kaguya finished tidying herself, quickly stood up, and also bowed deeply like Hayasaka.

A short while later.

Hayasaka led Kaguya around to get accustomed to the maid work.

Along the way, they encountered many of Lynn's peerage members.

Without exception, they were all top-class beauties.

And…

As Hayasaka watched them coming and going from the teleportation gate, an inexplicable light flashed in her eyes.

Reincarnated Devils. The Blessing System.

And…

A daily life of adventuring in other worlds, defeating monsters and leveling up.

Of course.

As Lynn's personal maid, she probably wouldn't get many chances to go fight and level up.

But even just the reincarnation and blessing system was enough to stir excitement in her heart.

Although she didn't show it on her face, Hayasaka hadn't calmed down since.

She thought it was just a change in employment, but…

It was like a whole new life.

She had truly chosen the right master!

Hayasaka was extremely grateful for her good fortune!

Of course.

She also believed Kaguya was just as lucky.

Could this even be considered punishment?

Still…

That didn't mean there were no other ways to "atone."

Hayasaka's gaze flickered slightly.

Even in such a short time, she had noticed subtle undercurrents within the peerage.

A fierce competition for favor!

Even unscrupulous tactics!!

Costumes, props…

Sisters, mother and daughter…

Hiss—

Just thinking about it made Hayasaka's heart tremble slightly.

The competition was way too intense!

As Lynn's personal maid, she knew—

Sooner or later, she would be involved too!

That's why…

Forming alliances and gathering support was crucial!

And so…

Kaguya, someone she grew up with, someone she knew inside and out and could easily manipulate, was the perfect ally!

However…

Even though Lynn hadn't done anything overt, Hayasaka could still tell.

There was still a wall between Lynn and Kaguya.

It needed to be broken.

That barrier had to go!

Hayasaka made up her mind. She would find an opportunity to help Kaguya.

That wasn't all.

She needed to plan ahead!

Just her and Kaguya weren't enough.

As that thought crossed her mind, Hayasaka fell deep into thought.

Then, a sudden flash of inspiration hit her.

As a maid, wasn't she allowed to do many things?

For example…

Form a maid group?

Wouldn't other maids become her natural allies?

That idea started to take shape in her mind.

That's right.

And—Mom!

Hayasaka suddenly thought of her mother, Hayasaka Nao.

Her mother was a proper maid too!

If there was a chance for her to be reborn as a devil and be blessed by Lynn…

Hayasaka would definitely want her mother to have that opportunity.

She had to find a way to pull her mom in too!

And…

The mother-daughter dynamic…

It wasn't exactly impossible to imagine…

As those scenes formed in her mind, Hayasaka pressed her lips together, her ears reddening slightly.

"Whew…"

She exhaled a warm breath and murmured to herself, "This is a bit too exciting…"

"Hm? What's exciting?" Kaguya looked at her, puzzled.

Hayasaka shook her head. "Nothing."

Then she looked at Kaguya with a strange expression. "Kaguya, do you really want to atone to Master Lynn?"

"Of course!"

Kaguya nodded without hesitation.

She had come here to atone, but…

Before she could even be punished, she had already received blessings and other benefits. It made her guilt even heavier.

As long as it helped her atone to Lynn, she would do anything!

She swore it in her heart!

Seeing Kaguya's sincerity, Hayasaka nodded with satisfaction.

"Don't worry. As long as you diligently complete your maid duties, I believe Master Lynn will forgive you."

"Mm!"

Kaguya nodded hard.

She would definitely do her best in her maid duties!

As for what the job actually involved?

That was up to Hayasaka to decide.

At that moment—

Outside of Lynn's manor.

Miko and her mother, Yotsuya Touko, arrived at the gate.

Gulp!

Touko stared at the vast, extravagantly decorated manor before her and swallowed nervously.

She was in disbelief. "This… Is this really where we'll be living now?"

Miko nodded calmly, as if she had already grown used to it.

"Are we really allowed to live somewhere like this?"

Touko looked dazed.

As an ordinary person, she had never seen such a luxurious and noble place in her life.

And now—

She was about to live here?

Touko would never have imagined that, as a normal woman, she would experience such a leap in status… all thanks to her daughter.

And…

She didn't even have to work…

Touko grew a little uneasy.

As an ordinary person, how could she possibly accept all this so easily?

"Miko, or…"

Touko said dreamily, "Mom will serve the god with you…"

"!"

Miko's eyes widened. "Mom!!"

Her face flushed red, and she shouted in panic, "I haven't even slept with him yet, don't make things worse!"

"…?"

Touko was full of question marks. "You haven't given yourself to the god yet?!"

"Ugh…"

Miko pouted and looked away. "It's because I wanted to stay with Mom."

Y-Yeah…

Definitely not her fault!

Touko gave her daughter a cold side glance.

Was she really blaming her mother so openly?

Still…

Touko didn't argue and instead agreed, "I suppose that's Mom's fault then."

Miko: "…?"

"So!"

Touko's eyes sparkled as she declared, "Let Mom make up for the progress you've missed!"

"!!"

Miko's heart skipped a beat. She shouted, "No, absolutely not!!"

Touko's confused face turned into a mischievous smirk. "It's not up to you~"

Miko's heart clenched tight!

A wave of anxiety flooded her.

Seeing her daughter's panicked face, Touko smiled subtly.

She knew her daughter all too well.

If she didn't push a little, who knew how long she'd keep putting it off?

She understood something else too.

There were many shrine maidens serving the gods…

Since you've already chosen this path, then give it everything you've got!

Idiot daughter!!

If this goes on, she… well…

(To be continued.)

Chapter 182: A Maid’s Duty

Evening.
In the kitchen.

"Ah!"

Hayasaka was speechless watching Kaguya somehow manage to soak herself just washing vegetables.

Still…

She definitely needed more training.

After dinner, Hayasaka and Kaguya arrived at Lynn's bedroom.

Kaguya twisted her body nervously, cheeks flushed. "Do… do we really have to do this?"

Hayasaka answered with a serious face, "One of the basic duties of a personal maid is to let the master feel a girl's warmth after he lies down."

"But…"

Kaguya lowered her head, voice barely audible. "W-Why are you naked…"

"Clothes would dirty the master's bed," Hayasaka replied with complete seriousness.

Even so…

Kaguya still looked hesitant.

Seeing that, Hayasaka leaned close to her ear and whispered, "Kaguya, this is part of a personal maid's job…"

"If you can't even do that much, how is it atonement?"

"Ugh!"

Kaguya suddenly froze like she'd been struck.

Then, after taking a few deep breaths with her eyes closed, she reopened them with determination burning in her crimson gaze.

"I understand!"

Her voice was resolute.

Come on, Kaguya!!

This is… atonement!!

Having steeled herself, Kaguya took off her clothes quickly and slipped into the bed.

"Whew…"

She curled up, took a few more deep breaths, and was soon enveloped in a familiar scent.

Yes…

It was Lynn's scent.

Realizing this, Kaguya's face flushed again.

Her mind was dizzy.

Suddenly.

The quilt lifted!

"Ehhhh!?"

Kaguya jumped in surprise, her eyes flustered.

The next second, she felt something enter the bed.

Her body stiffened instantly.

"What's wrong, Kaguya?"

Hayasaka's voice came from beside her.

"Huh?"

Kaguya blinked in confusion.

She looked down and saw a lock of golden hair.

"So it's Hayasaka…"

She patted her chest and let out a sigh of relief.

She thought…

Hayasaka said with a blank expression, "Disappointed?"

Kaguya froze and waved her hands wildly, "N-No! That's not it!"

Hayasaka gave her a subtle, meaningful smile.

After that little scare, silence returned.

No one knew how much time passed.

Both girls started to feel drowsy.

In a daze, they seemed to hear the door open and someone speaking.

"Master~ When can I carry your child in my belly~"

Kuroka clung to Lynn's body, licking his collarbone with her pink tongue.

Lynn held her hips and said seriously, "That just means you're not trying hard enough."

Kuroka rolled her eyes.

Then she turned to Shirone, who was reluctantly following, and a crafty look flashed in her golden eyes. "Shirone, don't you like sleeping with master?"

Koneko stared at Kuroka in silence.

Why wouldn't she be upset?

Every time things heated up, Kuroka would cast a spell on her.

Leaving her in a state of wanting but unable.

Kuroka narrowed her eyes and whispered, "If you try hard enough today, I'll help you suppress your heat a different way~"

Try hard?

Koneko rolled her eyes and turned away.

When had she not tried?

But…

A different method?

She glanced at Kuroka from the corner of her eye.

Somewhat interested…

Kuroka smirked, then leaned over Lynn's shoulder, whispering into Koneko's ear, "I won't use any spells tonight. You…"

"You can ask Master to help you~"

Ask Lynn for help?

Koneko's face turned bright red. She looked down and whispered, "I-I'm not an adult yet…"

"Nah, it'll be fine~"

Kuroka pouted. "Even if you say no, your body says otherwise."

"Relax, Master won't go in, nya."

She patted Koneko's shoulder with a solemn tone.

Koneko's breath quickened.

He won't go in?

Then… what would he do?

"Haa~"

Koneko started feeling dizzy.

Kuroka: "…"

Wait, seriously?

You're already in heat?

Kuroka cast a spell instantly.

Koneko: "?"

She snapped out of it and glared at Kuroka.

Didn't she promise not to use magic?

"Nope~"

Kuroka raised her index finger and wagged it, licking her lips seductively. "Let your sister go first, nya~"

The two were plotting loudly as Lynn walked over to the bed.

He looked at the bulging quilt and raised an eyebrow.

Then lifted it.

Two bodies, tangled together who knows how long, were suddenly revealed!

"Huh?"

The sudden brightness left Kaguya dazed.

W-What just happened?

Before she could react, Lynn's figure came into view.

Her brain froze. She lay stiffly on the bed, not knowing what to do.

Lynn glanced at her and teased, "Very clean…"

"Ahh!"

Kaguya suddenly snapped back and stammered, "L-L-Lynn—"

Beside her, Hayasaka had also woken up.

Unlike Kaguya, her reaction was much calmer.

Even though she was embarrassed inside, she faced Lynn head-on.

After all…

This was all part of the plan.

"Hmm…"

Lynn stroked his chin. "Blonde."

Hayasaka instinctively squeezed her thighs together and bit her lip.

The cold and elegant mask shattered with a deep blush.

Even though she came up with the plan herself, hearing Lynn say that still made her feel humiliated!

She forced herself to stay calm and said, "Master Lynn, the bed is warm. Please enjoy."

After saying that, Hayasaka glanced at Kuroka and Shirone.

"Aiyaya~ You've worked hard, meow~"

Kuroka lazily sprawled on the bed, completely unfazed.

Hayasaka paused, then began putting on her maid uniform.

Only, her movements were deliberately slow, as if showing off something.

Suddenly.

Tear—

"Nya?"

Kuroka blinked innocently. "Ah~ The quality of this kimono is terrible~"

Hayasaka looked over—and was instantly struck!

No way!!

How—how could it be that big!?

She stiffly looked down at herself… and trembled.

A total defeat!!

Hayasaka's dressing sped up, and with her help, Kaguya also got dressed quickly.

They both bowed to Lynn, then fled the bedroom like they were escaping.

Only after the door shut did Hayasaka breathe a sigh of relief, then fell into a gloomy mood.

"Hehe~"

Back in the bedroom.

Kuroka wore a smug grin.

How dare a little bun strut in front of her!

Soon after, soft moans began echoing through the room…

Hayasaka and Kaguya, standing outside the door, clearly heard everything and felt their bodies grow warm.

Kaguya panted, thighs shifting as she whispered, "Hayasaka, d-do we have to stay here?"

Hayasaka remained silent, then her eyes turned resolute.

"One of a personal maid's duties is being ready to serve the master at any time."

So…

Until other maids arrived, their job was to guard this door!

"Kaguya, this is also part of our duty!"

"Mm…"

Kaguya softly replied, saying no more as she pressed her thighs together.

The next morning.

The sun rose in the east.

Hayasaka and Kaguya pushed open the bedroom door.

They peeked in and were stunned at the battlefield within.

Their eyes widened when they saw Kuroka's bulging belly.

Kaguya instinctively wanted to scream, but Hayasaka quickly covered her mouth.

"Mm mm~!"

"Shh~ Don't wake Master Lynn."

Hayasaka whispered, her pupils trembling as she stared at Kuroka.

Last night…

Just how fierce was that battle!?

She took deep breaths to calm herself.

Then whispered, "Kaguya, it's our time to shine."

A personal maid's job includes cleaning up the battlefield!

The two quietly entered. The strange scent lingering in the air made their faces twitch.

Hayasaka folded Lynn's clothes and set out a fresh change on the nightstand.

Kaguya picked up the shredded remains of the kimono. Her vermillion eyes flickered with shyness.

Once the debris was cleared, both of them let out a breath of relief.

Then, their attention returned to the battlefield.

"What now?"

Kaguya asked in a low voice, her cheeks still red.

Hayasaka didn't answer. She turned to leave.

Suddenly, she stopped.

Just now… did she see something shocking out of the corner of her eye?

Her eyes darted over, searching.

And when she saw it clearly, her eyes widened.

After an entire night… he was still like that!?

She bit her lip, her gaze shifting strangely.

Then she turned to Kaguya.

"Kaguya."

Kaguya looked up at her sleepily.

Hayasaka tilted her chin toward Lynn.

Kaguya followed the motion and froze.

Hayasaka leaned over and whispered in her ear.

Kaguya's pupils trembled. Her body flushed red like a cooked shrimp.

"No, no, no—"

Her thoughts became a mess. Her eyes spun and her body fidgeted uncontrollably.

Hayasaka said firmly, "Cleaning up the source of evil is also a maid's duty~"

Kaguya suddenly froze.

Hayasaka continued, "Kaguya, didn't you say you wanted to atone?"

Atonement!

Kaguya's heart trembled. She lowered her head, silent.

Who knew how much time passed…

Kaguya's body moved stiffly. On hands and knees, she slowly crawled toward Lynn.

Seeing this, Hayasaka smiled faintly.

Kaguya, good job.

When Kaguya finally grasped the devil's root in her hand, her mind went blank.

She followed Hayasaka's instructions mechanically, performing cleanup duty for Lynn.

Suddenly.

Lynn's eyes opened slowly.

"…This feels unfamiliar."

He looked at Hayasaka and asked in a low voice, "Hayasaka, is this how you instruct?"

"!"

Hayasaka's body stiffened.

(To be continued.)