Kase's Departure Part 4.5/ The objective is Darx

[Kase point-of-view]

Early the following day, I knocked on the door of the bedroom next door to mine, which is where Syvis spent the night.

"Syvis, are you ready?" I asked, leaning my head on the door.

"Give me a minute." I heard her answer.

"I'll go see if Ahshala is ready."

I walked to the door next to Syvis's and knocked on the door, "Are you awake? It's almost time to go."

"Yes, come in," Ahshala answered.

Upon entering the bedroom, Ahshala was topless, putting on a dress I remember seeing on Syvis before. Her breasts are of a good size, although considerably smaller than Syvis's, so the dress doesn't fit her very well. I should feel excited seeing a nice pair of bare breasts in front of me, but the effects of Syvis's potion are still affecting me.

"Syvis lent me some of her clothes while I got some for myself, but neither my tits nor my ass can compare to hers. The dress is big, and I look weird." Ahshala said, not caring that I was seeing her half-naked.

"Let me help you," I said as I approached her and pulled the dress up from her waist to her breasts, where I stayed touching them.

"Are you sure? If Syvis sees, you will be in trouble." Ahshala replied.

"[Predatory Eye]"

A handy skill that lets me see people or anything that produces heat, even behind walls. It allows me to see the silhouette; therefore, I can see the reddish shape of Syvis on the other side of the wall.

"You guys spent a lot of time talking last night. Anything interesting?" I asked while continuing to caress her breasts.

"She talked a lot about a boy named Darx." She replies.

"It doesn't surprise me..."

"I have a question for you," Ahshala said as she began to rub her ass against my flaccid penis, "What you want is just to fuck her? I don't think it will be complicated if it's just that."

"What do you mean?" I asked.

"Syvis has spent quite some time suppressing her instincts as a Dark Elf with the help of her potion. I used to help her gather the ingredients for her potion, and I remember that with a potion, she used to be in control for several days, even weeks. Now I see that she requires it way more often, and I am sure that if she doesn't drink her potion, everything she has repressed will emerge. Therefore, I can take care of altering the potions, and the rest will be up to you."

On the way, I saw Syvis drink a bottle, and in the morning, before leaving, I guess she drank another one plus two that she drank after what happened at the office and possibly one more before bed. Syvis is definitely finding it increasingly difficult to keep her libido under control. Ahshala's plan is similar to what I had planned to do, but with her help, it will surely be much easier to carry out.

"It sounds like a good idea," I reply.

"On the other hand," Ahshala continued, "Syvis hasn't changed much since I last saw her back home. She's still a serious girl who won't open up easily to anyone; however, from what I see, she's really in love with that Darx. You'll have a hard time if you want to win her over. The good news is that we talked a bit about you, and Syvis doesn't seem to dislike you. I think if Darx didn't exist, you would have a good chance with her."

I know what Ahshala is suggesting. It's something I thought about many times. If Darx were not on the map, Syvis and Ilene could be mine without so many complications.

"To carry out our plan, it is not a bad idea to start with sex. I told you that I helped Syvis create the potion before, and I saw her fail many times when she was trying to create the brew. I know how to alter it without her noticing. As I already told you, even a tiny flame will create a huge fire in her in the blink of an eye."

"I appreciate the kind help."

"I do it for Syvis and the good of our kingdom. Make her yours. Make her forget about her boyfriend, and make her fall in love with you. Then fulfill your part of the deal and bring her home. Where Syvis belongs."

A new door is opening for me.

I can stay on Agnes's side and seduce Syvis with her help and, with that, be the guild master of Oblivion or fulfill my part of the bargain with Ahshala and take Syvis back to the kingdom of the Dark Elves and, once there, marry Syvis and be the new king of that place. Both offers are attractive, but what stays the same is that Syvis will be mine in the end.

"Of course, for that, your friend will have to do a better job," Ahshala said, looking toward my dick, "

Ahshala has been rubbing her ass against my penis all this time, and due to the effects of said potion, I cannot get excited.

"I'll be ready when the time comes," I reply.

Just then, I saw Syvis behind the wall reach the door and open it, so I separated from Ahshala.

"Syvis is coming. Finish dressing."

Ahshala quickly put on her dress.

"Are you still here? It's time to go." Syvis said from the entrance to the room.

"How unfair! We were the ones who were waiting for you. Also, look at me. People will make fun of me if I go out like this." Ahshala spoke.

"****. We don't have time to go shopping, so bear with it." Syvis reply.

"You're so cold! I won't be able to attract any cute humans like this."

"I don't care!"

"Go to Leonard's people and tell them to get you something to wear. Lots of girls work here, so there will be something to suit you." I said.

"Good idea! Please wait for me here. It won't take long!" Ahshala answered and ran out of the room.

"Hey, we don't have time for that!" Syvis screamed but was ignored.

"There's not that much of a problem. Dark Dragons have already left the village, and it seems that Midnight Dawn will only leave until we get out." I said.

And with this, Syvis and I are left alone in the room.

"Kase, please keep it a secret about what happened yesterday."

I didn't expect Syvis to be the one to talk about what happened yesterday first. More than keeping the secret, what she wants is for Darx not to find out. With this information, I could even **** her into accepting me.

After a short pause, Syvis continued, "At least until the mission is over, since I don't want something like that to affect Darx right now. Once we get back to the city, I'll be the one to tell him what happened."

"W-What?"

Will she tell him? What is she thinking? If she really loves Darx, why would she tell him?

"Are you sure? Darx will not understand you, and he won't forgive you."

"I got myself into a situation I shouldn't have, and something happened I didn't want to. It was something out of our control for which I don't blame you either since we were under the influence of a ****. Thanks to that, we saved my friend, for which I don't regret it either; however, I did something that betrayed Darx's trust."

"What would you do if he doesn't forgive you then? I think you should tell him nothing and keep him deceived."

"The only thing I can do is apologize and wait until he forgives me."

Why are Syvis' words making me so angry? It certainly benefits me if Syvis tells Darx and he doesn't forgive her. That would give me the opportunity to get even closer to Syvis. Why does it bother me so much that she is so considerate with him? Am I jealous?

"That's all I wanted to tell you. Let's go find Ahshala and get out at once."Syvis said, then left the room.

Ahshala is right. There is only one solution to my problems: to get rid of Darx. I'll make sure Darx doesn't come back alive from this quest.

[Third Person Point-of-View]

Elsewhere, in an office within the castle, Harold worked late into the night, as was his custom. He was sitting at his desk checking documents when there was a knock on his door, which opened a few moments later. The person who entered made Harold smile as it was his beloved girlfriend. Krista, a member of the royal guard.

"You look exhausted. Why are you still awake?" Krista said as she walked over to Harold's.

"I have ****. There is a lot of work to do. We need to send more soldiers to the northern border and for that, we need more budget." Harold replies.

"The plan to collect fees from the other nations didn't work?"

"It worked more or less. Elves are reasonable enough to understand that the other kingdoms will follow if humans fall to demons. The dwarves may accept a treaty as well, but under certain demands. Right now, I'm working on solving those details."

"I imagine it won't be easy with the Beast-Kind and the Dark Elves," Krista added.

"Indeed. The Dark Elves are upset that we didn't send Syvis back to their kingdom. The Beast-Kind is a separate issue. We have strong suspicions that they will try to invade as soon as we let our guard down by focusing on the north in the impending war with the demons. They really are stubborn fools."

"What will the Queen do about it?" Krista asked.

"We will have to rely on small guilds and recruit anyone who wants to join. In addition, the elves have ratified that they will help us on the battlefield. But honestly, a victory is unlikely. Even if we send our best men to the north, we won't be able to stop the great wave of demons. If we really want to win, we need the help of all races. Fighting together as we did in the past."

Krista came up behind Harold, hugging him from behind and putting her head on his shoulder.

"I know you have a lot of worries, but take care of yourself. I don't want you to get sick. Our wedding will be next month."

"Do not worry, I'll be fine. When I meet your parents, I don't want them to see me as a sick or unreliable man." Harold reply.

"Introducing you to my parents and making a life by your side is a dream. What I would like the most in this life."

"I am honored by your words. I feel the same way."

Krista hugs Harold tightly with her eyes closed as if she doesn't want to get away from him.

"Did something happen?" Harold asked, "You look a little sad."

"Since you have so much work, why don't you forget about keeping Darx protected? Don't you think it's more important to focus on what's happening with the demons and me?"

"I can't do that. If I leave Darx alone, I'm sure the church will make its move and use him as a pawn in their eternal desire to gain control of [Riledo]."

"But maybe Darx is a true descendant of the royal line. He has the right to claim the throne."

"Even if it were certain that Darx carried the royal line and the church supported him, it would be difficult for Darx to free himself from the church's manipulations. Also, in these moments of uncertainty, we need someone like Queen Zara to guide us."

"You are a good man. No matter how busy you are, you still care for Darx's welfare in your own way. I will always love you for that."

"We have talked about the same thing many times, and my answer will be the same. I plan to take care of him until-"

Suddenly Harold felt Krista's handkerchief-clad hand cover his mouth. He tried to separate, but Krista was stronger than him. There was no time to react since his body was immobile almost instantly. Krista knelt down, hugging Harold's lifeless body, crying silently.

"Forgive me, my love."

Minutes later, Krista left the office. The guards were used to seeing Krista visit Harold since everyone knew about their relationship; however, it seemed strange to them that this time she left alone since they usually went out together when she visited him late at night.

Krista left the castle and walked through the dark streets until she reached the church. She walked through the halls and came to a luxurious area in which was the Priest's room. After knocking on the door, she entered. The Priest, Gabriel, was standing in the middle of the room. She took a few steps forward and knelt down in front of him.

"I have fulfilled the task you entrusted to me," Krista said.

"I see you failed to convince Harold to stop interfering in our affairs. It's a shame. I know how much you loved him."

Krista wanted to answer but couldn't, as she felt like she was about to break down in tears.

"Harold was a good man, but it's a pity he couldn't tell which was the path of truth." The Priest continued, "Our goddess [Imris] is grateful for your sacrifice. You have shown that you are a true disciple of our goddess. We have everything prepared for you to leave the city without a problem."

"I see. I'm leaving, then." Krista reply.

"Before that, we won't see each other for a long time, so how about I make you feel good before you go?", The priest walked over to his bed and sat on it, "Come here."

"I think it's better if I go at once," Krista responded with a blank look.

"Don't disobey me. Take off your clothes."

Krista took off her armor, clothes, and underwear, standing naked in front of him. The Priest opened his drawer and drank the liquid from a small bottle. Seconds later, his penis was erect.

"Come here!" The Priest said, pointing to his penis.

Krista walked over and kneeled in front of him. She graved his dick and put it in her mouth, starting to suck it.

In the morning, the Priest Gabriel was awakened by some hysterical knocking on his door.

"What's going on?" He said in an annoyed tone.

A man dressed in church clothes walked in, looking scared, "Krista, she-"

The Priest Gabriel turned to see his bed since he had sex with her last night and the last thing he remembers is sleeping next to her, but now she is not in bed.

"You know what to do."

"But..."

"DO WHAT I TELL YOU!"

"A-AHH Y-Yes..."

The man left the room, leaving the Priest alone again.

(Silly girl, I had everything prepared for her to have a good life full of commodities away from the city. At least she fulfilled what I entrusted to her.)

(What will our dear queen now do? If Zhoron is her right hand, Harold was undoubtedly her left hand, and she lost him. Now that Harold is gone, it won't be hard for me to spread the rumor that Queen Zara is a usurper and Darx is the true king of [Riledo]. A descendant of the royal line with red eyes. And I will be the one who controls everything.)

(War in the north and the south and now a revolution for the throne. Hell awaits our dear queen, hahaha! Once Darx returns, he will have **** but to come to me. He will be my puppet while I lead humans on the right path! Meanwhile, I will leave Darx in the hands of my dear Neku.)

[Third Person Point-of-View]

Elsewhere, on the outskirts of a cave are four demons watching four groups of adventurers enter said cave in which, they too, have an interest.

The four demons waited until the four groups entered and gave them enough time to get ahead since they know very well that there will be many enemies on the way. The plan is simple. Let them kill each other and finish them off at the end since what matters to them is at the bottom of that maze.

Meanwhile, Namy and Usofra, the two demon girls from the group, part ways from the other two under the pretext of going to explore for a bit.

Away from the other two demons, Namy angrily stopped and turned to see Usofra, "There is nothing of interest here. Why were you so insistent on exploring the cave's surroundings when you knew there was nothing intriguing here? I hate hot places!

"The boy with the red eyes, what did you say his name is?" Usofra asked.

"What? Do you like him? He's attractive, but there are better times to go looking for that kind of fun. Besides, I don't think he can handle a succubus like you."

"Stop wasting time and tell me about him!" Usofra said exalted, which was rare for her since she is a demon who always appears calm.

Namy realized that and began to tell her all the information she knew about Darx.

"I already told you everything I know. Now tell me why you are so interested in him. You're also afraid that he's from the royalty of [Zrephia]. I already told you that Darx is not that strong."

"I felt her," Usofra replied with a voice that seemed like she was questioning herself.

"Felt her? What do you mean by that?" Namy responded by looking puzzled by what Usofra's words represented.

"It was only for a second, but I'm sure I felt her coming from him." Usofra continued, "Or not so much as coming from him but far from here but close to here at the same time."

"I'm not understanding you, Usofra. Are you saying that she's still alive?"

Namy remained silent to the expectations of what Usofra would answer.

"Y-Yes, I think she's alive. I don't know why but I felt her for a brief moment, and for some reason, I felt that the connection is the boy called Darx."

"I can't believe it. This changes everything." Namy said, holding her head.

"We must find a way to get close to Darx without those two noticing. I need to understand what is happening, and for that, I have to talk with Darx." Usofra continued.

"Count me in! From now on, our goal will be Darx."