Hangover

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We left the city streets behind and returned to the inn Richard had rented for us.

We went to the reception room reserved for guests. It was a spacious room of around twenty tatami mats in size with a large round wooden table situated in the middle of the room. We stopped at a restaurant on the way back and picked up food for everyone.

We were all seated at the table. Our positions going clockwise went like this: Richard, the soy sauce face, Edita Sensei, and the husband followed by the wife.

And Goggoru-chan was in the corner like usual.

“It’s just like you said, Tanaka-san, this food is delicious.”

“It was a recommendation from the receptionist here.”

“That makes sense.”

The source of our food was the same shop that I got drunk at the night before. I thought that I may have returned to that place at some point last night, so I figured we could get our food while also potentially learning about my whereabouts.

However, all we left with was a delicious meal.

Too bad.

Goggoru-chan was sitting in the corner of the room with a tray for her food. We offered to get her a table and chair but she refused and said it was unnecessary.

This left the loli to eat alone on the floor, which was a cute sight.

I loved the sight of a loli eating on the floor while everyone else is seated at the table. This is a strange hybrid of stimulations that stimulate my sexual desire as well as my desire to be a father. It makes me want to hug her from behind while simultaneously rubbing my hard son against her back.

“Oi, you can have this.”

“Hm?”

My attention was drawn to the person on my left.

Before I realized what was happening, one of the side dishes was being scraped onto my plate by Edita Sensei. I had already eaten my serving yet there it was again, untouched. I didn’t say anything to her about wanting hers.

“What?”

“Nothing, it’s just, is something wrong with it…?”

“I-It’s good. You should try it.”

“Maybe you don’t like it?”

“….”

My thick thighed loli Sensei looked shocked at my accusation.

She’s as easy to read as ever. However, even if I’m no longer a virgin, I’m not going to pass up an opportunity to eat something that was touched by a utensil that had Sensei’s saliva on it. No matter how much of an impact the events of this morning had on me, I’d never let a chance like that slip by.

“I’m just joking. Thank you.”

I quickly moved my fork to hide my excitement.

Edita Sensei’s saliva is delicious.

Edita Sensei’s saliva is the perfect seasoning for any dish.

“Y-Yeah, it’s really good, so eat up!”

Sensei looked relieved and started eating the food left on her plate.

That’s when Richard spoke to her.

“If you like it so much, would you like mine? I’m afraid I’m not used to this unique taste.”

“Eh!? Y-You don’t have to do that!”

Even Richard is starting to bully Edita Sensei.

Maybe that’s just the habit of an aristocrat, but I think he’s starting to understand Edita Sensei’s personality. He’s even able to see what makes her so great. However, I don’t want him to bully her too much. I might start to get jealous.

“Really? If you say so.”

“I think everyone should just eat their own food!”

If she really hated it she could have just left, but for some reason she insisted on finishing her meal.

This flustered Sensei was lovely to see.

There was another pair that was much less lively. The cuckold couple had yet to say a word. This was probably due to Richard’s presence. It was obvious that he was making them uncomfortable. I could see sweat glistening off their foreheads.

I understand how they feel.

This sort of environment is terrible for eating.

It goes without saying but everything in the room is of the highest quality. I was hesitant to touch some of the nearby shelves due to them being meticulously polished to the point of me being able to see my own reflection. I was curious how much the fancy cups or other cutlery I used must cost.

When I first arrived in this world, I was the same as them. Intimidated by places similar to this and the people that lived in them. I even decided to check the prices of some similar items and was left speechless.

With them being in the same position I once was, the cuckold couple have been in a state of shock since first entering. Thanks to this, however, I may have a perfect opportunity to take the initiative and start questioning her when she’s on edge.

After we had been seated at the table for some time and my own plate was now empty, I decided to start questioning the wife. Of course, the focus of my questioning was her place of employment.

“By the way, miss, is it okay if I ask you some questions?”

“W-What about?”

“I’m sorry, it’s just so I can try to remember what happened last night.”

I straightened up in my chair and began my questioning.

The question I started with was the one that had been bugging me for a while now.

“I just wanted to know about your job at the Succubus’ Nest.”

I asked a straightforward question.

And it was her husband that replied.

“It’s true that my wife works at such a place!

He spoke with conviction and everyone’s eyes were naturally drawn to him.

“But that doesn’t mean she’s doing anything against her will! Working at a place like that isn’t the same as being forced into anything! Please, don’t forget that!”

He’s right.

“A prostitute is a fine and necessary job! Don’t you agree!?”

“I understand what you’re saying.”

There was a desperation in his voice and his eyes were bloodshot. It made me think that maybe he found out about his wife’s job at the same time as the rest of us. In fact, now that I think about it, he seemed to be surprised too.

His daughter was kidnapped and her whereabouts are still unknown all the while his wife has been working at a brothel. I’m sure it’s hard for even someone who has a self-proclaimed high mental fortitude. If I were in his place I would have already fallen to pieces and headed to the Succubus’ Nest for some comfort.

“I just need to know if that’s where we met last night. If so, how was I and what was I doing.”

“That’s, w-well….”

“It doesn’t matter how trivial you may think it is. Think about your daughter. Any detail may help find her. It doesn’t matter if it’s something that will embarrass me or damage my image; it isn’t an exaggeration to say that what you know is all that we have to go off of. Did we meet there last night?”

Maybe I’m just hoping for some release from the guilt I feel. If we met at the place she works, I can’t believe that our encounter was so one-sided as to be called rape.

“Umm, B-Baron Tanaka, may I interrupt?”

“What is it?”

The husband interjected.

I was hoping to finally get answers from his wife.

“I’m sorry, but I’m sure you’ve noticed my shock. Could you give me some time to speak with my wife? The safety of our daughter is important but my wife is also important to me.”

“You’re right. You should have time to discuss things with your wife.”

“Thank you for understanding.”

“I wasn’t thinking, I’m sorry.”

“There’s no need to apologize, but i-is it okay for us to take a moment?”

“It’s fine. We’ve been at it since we met yesterday so we should all take a break. I can understand why you two would need to talk in private.”

“Thank you very much!”

The husband quickly rose from his chair and made his way toward the door. Seeing him make a hasty exit, his wife also stood up and exited out through the door with her husband behind her. The two of them didn’t say a single word as they left us.

The silence that they left behind was the sound of a family collapsing.

***

After the cuckold couple had left, the rest of us were also given a small break.

I’d be lying if I said I’m not also exhausted. I’ve been going at it since waking up early in the morning. I can cure my physical fatigue with recovery magic, but that doesn’t help my mental exhaustion.

Naturally, this caused me to slump lower and lower in my chair.

“You seem to be under quite a bit of stress, Tanaka-san.”

“Yes, well, this is all my fault after all.”

“Are you certain of that, Tanaka-san?”

“…what do you mean?”

I hesitated for a moment before answering Richard’s question.

But he continued on with his usual smile.

“Today has been a unique opportunity to get to know you.”

“….”

“A long carriage ride is usually a depressing experience, but this one has proven to be entertaining at least. It may be sudden for me to bring this up, but it’s just been on my mind. Travelling with someone allows you to get to know the real side of them that they usually try to hide.”

“…I see.”

I wonder if Richard’s view of me has started to drop.

His usual smile is making me feel uneasy.

I regret ever leaving the inn last night. But then again, alcohol is delicious and it’s the only way to cause equal pleasure to both a virgin and a slut alike.

“….”

I don’t know how to feel.

This entire situation was caused by my excessive drinking. I want to escape from reality and the easiest way to do that is by drinking alcohol.

I couldn’t sit here anymore and my attention was drawn to the corner of the room where Goggoru-chan had stood up.

“Rocoroco-san?”

“…I need to pee.”

“….”

Nice.

I think it’s amazing that she can so openly declare her need to pee in front of so many people. I think that’s one of the strengths of the Goggoru tribe. And it was even better that she said it in the same tone as always; blurting it out suddenly in a casual manner. I’d love to drink it.

“Should I just endure it?”

“No, no way. You can go do whatever you need.”

“….”

Unfortunately, she’s out of range to read my thoughts.

I wanted her to read it. I wanted so badly for her to know that I wanted to drink her pee. I wanted her to feel that shame for the rest of her life.

“…something wrong?”

“Not really.”

She silently stared at my face for a while before leaving the room.

Does she even know where the toilet is?

Will she be able to pee okay on her own?

I think maybe a helpful busamen may be needed to properly support her. After she’s finished up, doesn’t someone need to be there to gently wipe any remaining drops off with a soft cloth?

“….”

“…oi.”

I was just beginning to slip into my delusions when Edita Sensei called out to me.

“What is it?”

“I think that man’s suspicious.”

Her face looked serious.

She was honestly worried about something.

“By that man you mean the husband?”

“Yeah, that’s right.”

Being so close to Sensei while we stare into each other’s eyes is a great feeling.

However, I can understand why he’d be acting that way. He’s a middle-aged man who has lost his daughter to bandits and just found out his wife has been working as a sex worker. It may make her feel suspicious about him, but how does she expect him to react? If she were to accuse him of anything, I feel like it would only add to the mental scars that have already formed.

Maybe I just have some sympathy for him considering our age.

“What do you find suspicious about him?”

“Are those two married?”

“Yes, that’s what they said.”

“….”

Sensei listened to me carefully while doing little to hide the worried feeling she was getting.

I wanted to ask what she was thinking but she continued before I could.

“Do you admit that you raped that woman?”

“She claims that she was raped and I have no memories of last night. Experiences from my own country demand concrete evidence to disprove an accusation like that. Unless there is evidence to prove my innocence or a witness to offer testimony on my behalf, I would almost certainly be found guilty.”

“W-What the hell!? Why would anyone live by such stupid rules!?”

My blonde loli sensei was shocked to hear about something considered common from my world.

Honestly, Elf-san, even in a casual conversation like this it’s nice talking to her. Her face is so expressive that it’s entertaining enough just to watch no matter what the conversation is about. I’d also like to thank her for showing any interest in talking with me.

“Did you check yourself?”

“Check what?”

“Well, u-u-umm, i-inside! Check inside!”

“Inside? What do you mean by ‘inside’…?”

I know exactly what she means.

But I want to hear the words come from her cute mouth.

“….”

“Edita-san?”

“I-I’m trying to ask if you checked inside that woman’s vagina!”

Edita desperately cried out in a loud voice.

There it is. Vagina.

Even though she’s a yariman with, I’m sure, a lot of experience, I didn’t expect such a powerful yell in front of Richard.

Tonight’s side dish has been set.

“No, I wasn’t that thorough.”

“You should’ve checked!”

Sensei was getting out of her chair and about to run out into the hall way when I had to stop her.

“Wait a second. There’s no point checking now.”

“Why not!?”

“Let’s say that she’s lying about what I did. She still works at a brothel and could’ve been with a different guy last night. There could still be some left inside that may not be mine that she could use as evidence against me.”

“….”

The term ‘eskimo brothers’ flashed through my mind.

What a terrible feeling.

I had been a virgin up until now so this is new to me.

Now I’m starting to miss my virginity.

“I have no choice but to take her at her word.”

“But….”

She tightly clenched her fists together and looked frustrated.

If Edita Sensei seems so sure of it, maybe I should check with Goggoru-chan.

I can understand her suspicions. I feel like they’ve been lying about some things while telling the truth about others. The husband appears to be a good enough person while the wife may be a victim of assault by me. The fact that we were both naked in bed makes it hard for me to doubt her claims.

It was as I was beginning to question the cuckold couple’s intentions when I heard a scream.

“Gyaaaaaaa!”

It was the husband.

“Tanaka-san.”

“Yeah, I’m going to check it out now.”

I jumped out of my chair and ran for the door.

I threw the door open and ran out into the hall, sprinting in the direction we heard the voice. Richard and Edita Sensei were running alongside me. Our loud footsteps echoed through the halls as we ran.

“I-It came from this direction!”

Edita Sensei cried out while pointing down a side hall.

“Thank you.”

We ran down the hall chasing after Edita Sensei.

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