Chapter 6 - I can use my mouth if you want.

Hephaestus placed her ear against my chest and continued listening to my heart. My heartbeat was racing, which made me feel a little embarrassed. It wasn’t normal for Eryk to get this nervous in situations like this.

“What is it? Why are you suddenly so nervous?” She touched my chest and ran her hand over it. With a teasing smile, she said, “As much as I’d like to do this right now, I don’t think it’s a good idea to do it here.”

I smiled and replied, “I’m nervous because we’re in a ‘public’ place. What if someone hears us? Would you be comfortable with that?”

“You say that as if we haven’t already done this here—and in even worse places before. A lot of people have probably already heard us or seen us. Hahaha.” Hephaestus laughed and stepped away.

She sat down at her desk and began looking over those documents again. Curious, I sat on the bed and started reading them as well. I could read everything easily, since I had acquired the language of this world.

“What is this? Sales?”

“Something like that. They’re important documents about the economy of the familias and the shops. Even though it’s boring work, I still have to deal with this kind of thing. What is it? Want to help?”

I looked at the sheer number of numbers on the pages, and my head started spinning.

“I think I’ll pass. I’m not good with numbers—only with forging weapons and armor.”

"You should study mathematics a bit more; it’s important. Want me to teach you?” The way Hephaestus said it made it sound like she was teasing me. I sighed and answered,

“I’m not really in the mood to learn. I’m going to step out for a bit and take a walk. I’ll be back later.” I headed toward the door.

Before I left, Hephaestus called out to me.

“Eryk.”

“Hm?”

“Are you going to take care of that? There’s a bathroom right over there.” She pointed to the only other door in her office. Then she pointed at my pants.

That was when I noticed they were bulging. Since my member is quite large, it was very noticeable. I felt a little embarrassed and closed the door. “I’ll just wait a bit.”

I sat back down.

“Do you want me to use my mouth? It’ll be quick.” Hephaestus showed me her tongue.

“You’d do that for me? Don’t you have work to do?”

“As I said, it’ll be quick. You know very well that I know how to use my mouth. Come here and sit on the desk.” Hephaestus tapped the desk in front of her after pushing the documents aside.

'Who am I to refuse such a good offer?'

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After she finished, Hephaestus went to the bathroom to clean her mouth, and I adjusted my pants. That was one of the best sensations I’ve ever felt in my entire life. After all, it was the first time a woman had ever done that for me.

Hephaestus came out of the bathroom and said, “Alright, now everything’s fine. You can go out now. But don’t forget to come back before nightfall.”

“Don’t worry. I won’t be gone long. I just want to take a walk while you finish your work. It’s boring just watching.”

Hephaestus didn’t say anything else and simply smiled.

I then left her office. Some employees looked at me suspiciously as I walked out, but none of them said anything. I gave a bitter smile and quickened my pace to leave the shop.

After leaving the tower, I looked around and could see the entrance to the dungeon.

I feel like visiting the dungeon, but I’m practically forbidden from doing that. If I wanted to, I could clear it by myself. With my hands in my pockets, I moved away from the tower as adventurers passed by me.

Whenever my eyes met those of an adventurer, they lowered their heads in respect. I took that opportunity to evaluate their strength. Most of the adventurers here are low-level.

Where are the truly strong adventurers? Where are Ais or Ottar?

I sighed and continued walking through the city. That was all I did for nearly two hours. I had the pleasure of talking with a few people, but they always seemed far too nervous when speaking to me.

Women find me far too handsome.

The appearance I created is PERFECT.

And the men… they find me intimidating because of my strength and status.

Whenever I talk to them, the conversation never lasts more than a few seconds. Honestly, it’s frustrating.

After walking for a while, I sat down at a bakery. There were a few tables outside, and I took a seat. Other customers nearby glanced at me and then started talking among themselves about me.

I thought about trying to start a conversation, but I didn’t want to ruin their fun.

“Would you like to place your order?” A waitress appeared—a beautiful woman, probably in her thirties, with a mature air about her. She was visibly nervous.

“Just some tea and a few slices of toast will be fine.”

“Alright. I’ll bring it right out.”

“Thank you.”

She stepped away from the table with a wide smile, and a few minutes later my order arrived. As I nibbled on my toast, I noticed an interesting group of people in the distance.

Oh? But something’s wrong…

It was Ais, Tiona, Tione, and Bete—one of the main groups from the original story. But something was strange… and that was Bete’s appearance. Why the hell did he turn into a woman too? And why is he so beautiful?

I was left speechless and even forgot to chew.

This is insane. Did all the relevant male characters turn into women? This has to be a joke.

I’m a god, and I’m married to a beautiful goddess, okay? So why did you turn all the male characters into beautiful women? I won’t betray Hephaestus… NEVER.