Conquest Complete, So Why Is the Affection Dropping? - Chapter 5
It’s honestly unethical to model a male character in an all-ages game this sensually. And why does his voice have to be unnecessarily sexy on top of that?
Isn’t gaming supposed to be about forgetting real-life stress and finding enjoyment?
Having this man who stimulates base desires lingering at close range while being unable to touch him – what is this if not self-torture?
‘No, I must endure. I can’t repeat my mistakes again. If I endure three times…!’
Holding back will make me sick.
As I clenched both fists and widened my eyes, I noticed the affection window floating next to Hexion’s handsome face.
[Hexion]’s current affection: 71
The affection increased again after I discerned right from wrong using the Scales of Judgment. Given that it hadn’t budged when I was just healing people before, it seems there are specific actions that score points with Hexion.
Though I only noticed thanks to the skill, an increase in affection is still good, right? With newfound confidence, I cleared my throat and addressed Hexion.
“Hexion. I have something to ask.”
“What is it, Shin Joo?”
“I’m holding back something so intensely right now that I feel like I might get sick. Don’t you think it would be better for my mental health not to hold back in situations like this?”
I had to phrase it carefully to avoid triggering the censorship.
If Hexion gives permission here, I’ll have established the plausibility for getting physical with him. Then later, I can somehow take advantage of gaps in the system.
Though my advances failed, he was able to carry me in his arms, which means physical contact itself isn’t restricted. Even family movies these days sometimes include mild skinship.
“Though I don’t know what you’re holding back, Shin Joo’s body is immune to all illness. You need not worry about falling ill.”
“…”
My confidence, which had briefly raised its head, was cleanly sliced away by his sword-like firmness that shut down what seemed like a superior’s nonsense without leaving any room for interpretation.
Though Hexion’s somewhat stern side is part of his charm, it’s a bit vexing how he causes me these withdrawal symptoms while maintaining such a noble and pure expression, suggesting he won’t be swayed by any carnal desires or temptations.
‘Is that why he voluntarily imprisons that lewd body in armor self-punishment?’
I’d like to personally remove his armor and absolve him of his sins, but it’s unfortunate that the system’s barriers are too solid to allow that.
***
Peaceful days continued afterward. It was so peaceful that I briefly worried if this level of tranquility was acceptable when the world was supposedly heading toward destruction.
My daily routine consisted of prayer, study, and time spent healing believers.
The schedule remained unchanged.
Hexion’s affection also remained unchanged.
[Hexion]’s current affection: 71
Last time it shot up in just one day, so I thought it might increase more easily now, but it’s been unresponsive since then. The distance between us that seemed to briefly close remained parallel.
No, to be precise, only my perspective had changed. My desire for what was contained within that silver armor had grown stronger.
“Hexion. Isn’t that armor uncomfortable?”
“Enduring physical discomfort is the first step of discipline.”
“Isn’t it a bit hot? Even if just for a moment, you could remove the armor…”
“Shin Joo. Winter is approaching, so you should rather be adding layers.”
My advances were still being deflected by his iron wall defense. If there’s any upside, it’s that I’ve gotten so used to being rejected that it’s not as embarrassing to make advances toward him anymore.
Inappropriate behavior through abuse of authority is prohibited by relevant laws. Please maintain proper and wholesome relationships.
Sometimes the system window would misunderstand something and threaten me with bright red warning messages, but I didn’t yield.
What’s wrong with pursuing a character that was made to be pursued? If anyone’s at fault, it’s Hexion for failing to conceal his sexiness despite being completely covered in that tightly fastened outfit.
‘Ah, I wish some intense event would happen…’
You could say I got bored quickly with the repetitive daily routine. Modern humans addicted to dopamine need periodic events.
‘If possible, I’d prefer a big and stimulating event. Even better if it’s steamy.’
Surprisingly, the opportunity came quickly.
***
“The Holy City’s wall has collapsed?”
“Yes, Shin Joo. It seems there was an attack by demon beasts.”
Though I hadn’t directly experienced any incidents, befitting a world heading toward destruction, the Holy City frequently suffered attacks from external forces.
Demon beasts lurked beyond the walls to the east and north, while groups allied with the demon race threatened from across the seas to the west and south. Something used to fall from the sky too, but fortunately, that ended long ago.
“During the process of eliminating the invading demon beasts, there were 11 casualties and 31 injuries.”
“That’s quite significant damage.”
Looking at the numbers in the report Hexion handed me, my mood sank.
The Holy City Shangrila’s population is around 100,000, but most people preferred to live near the temple, so the population near the walls wasn’t large. Depending on the village size, it would be around 100 people. This means nearly half the population in the area where the wall collapsed was affected.
‘Life is hard for people living in marginalized areas anywhere.’
I felt a bit remorseful, considering I was feeling bored with my peaceful daily life living in the temple at the city center.
“You mentioned the demon beasts were eliminated, so why request the deployment of the Holy Knights?”
“It’s for the wall repair work. They say it’s difficult to handle internally since they lost many able-bodied people.”
“Ah.”
Well, the casualties indicate significant damage to the wall, so if left alone, the damage could spread to nearby villages.
‘But if it’s built by human power, it could collapse again anytime. We need a fundamental solution.’
Just as I thought that a quest window appeared with a ding sound.
Surprise Quest: Closing the Stable Door After the Horse Has Bolted! Complete a barrier along the Holy City’s walls that demon beasts cannot penetrate. The Savior’s reputation will increase. Success Reward: Reputation +500, Bonus Roulette Failure: Reputation -100
If we’re closing the stable after losing the horse, we’re already one step too late. This system is completely useless.
The best time to start is when you think it’s too late.
Couldn’t it say something nice for once? There’s nothing to gain from antagonizing the player. I could add CS, you know. Though I can’t attempt it in this possessed body!
T/n: CS likely refers to “Customer Service” or “Customer Support”.
After mentally giving the middle finger to the system window, I stood up.
“I’ll go too, Hexion.”
“You, Shin Joo?”
“Rather than physically repairing the wall, using my sacred power to create a barrier would be more effective in preventing demon beast invasions.”
Though the quest reward wasn’t particularly appealing, I had to handle any quest that appeared on the list. It would bother me if left undone. I was originally the type to go for full completion, collecting even bad endings.
“Shin Joo, it’s dangerous. There might be another demon beast attack.”
“That’s exactly why I should go. The people living in the Holy City believe in and follow the Divine Master as their savior, right? How can I call myself a savior if I don’t reach out when they’re facing and fearing external threats?”
Though I said that, honestly, I just really wanted to go outside the temple.
In these types of games, it’s better to first expand your range of activity and create multiple save points for easier movement later.
And.
“You’ll protect me from danger, won’t you, Hexion?”
Hexion’s eyes wavered strangely at my words.
[Hexion]’s current affection: 77
Oh?
“That’s… true, but.”
Hexion agreed with a slightly troubled expression.
He probably wanted to discourage me from going outside the temple because it’s dangerous, but he couldn’t because the moment he did, it would mean admitting he couldn’t protect me.
‘A handsome man’s troubled face… Such intense stimulation!’
The fact that his affection increased rather than decreased suggests he was pleased by my words of trust in him.
‘This is interesting. I feel like something good will happen this time.’
I walked to the door with a smirk. Hexion stopped abruptly as he was about to open the door as usual.
“Shin Joo. Are you planning to go out just like that?”
“Yes. I don’t really have any luggage I need to take with me.”
Sacred power solved everything, so there was no problem having empty hands. What a convenient life.
“…”
Hexion’s gaze sharpened. His deep purple eyes swept across my attire sideways. I could feel his gaze lingering on my exposed shoulders.
The priest’s robe I wore was closer to a sleeveless thin dress.
While the temple interior maintains a consistent temperature, the best-heated place was my room, the Divine Master’s quarters.
I suspect the preconception that women shouldn’t get cold raised the average temperature in my room. Thanks to that, I wasn’t cold at all wearing sleeveless clothes even as winter approached.
“Shin Joo, that outfit exposes too much skin. Please wear something longer.”
“My goodness, why?”
Could this be…? Jealousy? Is he jealous right now?
Like, ‘I don’t want other men seeing the pearl-like beautiful skin of the woman I love,’ something like that?
These days, men who try to control women’s clothing for such reasons are criticized as behind the times, but clichés are eternal.
Who cares if it’s old-fashioned? When a holy knight who seemed like the embodiment of upright beliefs finally shows his obsession and possessiveness, that’s when the gap moe explodes!
“Beyond the wall is desert terrain with sand mixed in the wind. If the bare skin gets scratched by the wind, it will sting when you sleep.”
“Ah, I see…”
What? That’s what it was? Just when I was starting to feel excited.
