See the girl.

Through the grand doorway, another individual is escorted inside. It's a young woman with black hair tied up on both sides with cute red ribbons--reaching down past her shoulders. Her bangs are cut flat, and beneath them is a set of purple eyes. A necklace of violet prayer beads hangs down around her neck. As for attire, it's quite suggestive--not something you're used to seeing come from the kingdom at least. Outside of their regime, however, such a garb is not uncommon. Around her neck, a strip of red-trimmed white fabric extends down over her impressive bust. It widens, though not as much as it probably should, exposing a generous amount of sideboob. It's certainly a type of martial arts attire you've seen before, with matching sleeves cover from her wrist just to her upper arms, though this one can barely contain her body. The outfit connects at her sides and reaches around to her back, where her rear is covered as the material extends downwards to the backs of her knees with a flourish. Though at the front, it continues down only between her legs. If the sides were cut any higher, you'd see her bare hips. Her feet are slipped into black, light, ninja-esque boots that extend up halfway to her knees.

She strikes a powerful pose--feet sliding back on the carpet as her arms fall into position. Clearly she's had training. "I've come to fight you, Demon King Efrin. Please, accept my challenge."

You stare straight back into her eyes. "And why is that?"

The girl pulls herself back up and places her hands together. "My name is Inda. I come from a mountain village far to the east, and for years now, I have travelled from place to place seeking enlightenment through the honing of my own combat skills. Only then will I be able to return home, and become a wise leader for my people."

"An honourable goal. What is the name of this village?" you ask, and peer at her closely.

Oh no. I didn't think he'd ask that. I gotta stay focused, or he'll find out I'm making all of this up... She perks up her chest and looks to you with determination. "I can not tell you. It would put them in danger."

You stare blankly. "Right. I think I've heard enough. I can tell that there's far more you aren't telling me, so I have ****. Cari, bring me the Fib-Not, please."

"Right away," she says and floats off again.

While you wait, you sit back down on your throne. "So, Inda. You're a martial artist seeking out the strongest opponent I presume. That's why you've come here today?"

"That's right!"

Almost immediately, the angel hovers back into the room and places a white, clear cylinder that resembles glass. You know exactly how it works. If someone were to tell a lie within a certain proximity, the item would light up red and beep. It's a simple but effective trinket. You look to Inda and beckon her closer with one finger. In response, she gulps and steps up before the throne. Her eyes gaze up at the powerful devil before her--a vampire standing at his left, and a mysterious flying girl at his right. It's quite the sight.

"Do you know what this is?" you ask.

"No," she replies.

It immediately turns red. Beep! Beep!

You slap your hand to your face. "If you knew, why would you lie? Well, let's try another question."

"Just fight m--!"

"Where are you from?"

"Like I said, a little village in the mountains."

Beep! Beep! The Fib-Not lights up.

"Just tell me why you're really here already. I'm getting tired of this."

Colour starts flooding the girl's face as her lies are exposed one at a time in front of everybody. She looks around herself--all eyes are on her. Her breathing quickens. She looks absolutely flustered, and struggles to find words to reply. "Please, just--"

You peer at her closely again. Her thoughts race. Everyone is looking at me... Oh no. Did someone see under my dress? I wonder where their eyes are. I can't... I feel so exposed right now... What do I do? I really did want to train here, especially since I'm wanted back in the kingdom... That tingle. I can feel it. This is such a thrill. B-But what if I die?!

"Calm down. You look like you're about to faint," you say. "I have one more question for you. Only one. Then I will decide what to do with you."

She nods. "Fine."

You hold the Fib-Not up clearly for her to see and you look her straight in the eyes. "Are you wearing panties?"

Inda falls silent immediately. Her mouth becomes dry. The more she hesitates, the redder she becomes. Her lips tremble open to answer, and clearly, she fears the outcome. There is no answer she can give. Even saying nothing at all is an obvious answer to the question. Finally, she purses her lips and takes a deep inhale through her nose before muttering out, "Y-Yes."

Beep! Beep!

"Ooh. I get it," Cari says.

"You're rather slow, hm?" Thana says bluntly as her eyes trail over to the floating girl.

The poor martial artist looks like she's about to scream in terror. Before she can, you speak up again.

"If you tell me the truth, I will let you leave with your life."

"I... I don't want to leave," she mumbles.

Interesting. "And why is that?"

"I didn't have any friends back in Varat, and the guards were really mean to me. They caught me... uhm... Well a few times... Nevermind. I just don't feel welcome there anymore. That's where I was born, not a village in the mountains. I'm just a regular girl with some skill as a monk. I heard rumours that people have found safety here, but I didn't think it could be true. I thought I could at least train here, because I really do want to be a better fighter! Honest!"

"But you were also enticed by the thrill of being exposed."

She pushes down the front of her wardrobe and squeezes her thighs tightly together. "N-Not so loud, please."

"I'll tell you what. You may reside here, but I don't feel much like fighting right now. But what if I allow you to combat one of the others here for the time being? Would that satisfy you, Inda?"

"Yes, Demon King." She nods.

"Thana. Please spar with her. It shouldn't take long. Don't actually hurt her, though. Just... have fun with it."

Still without an expression, the vampire girl steps forwards and curtsies. "Of course, my lord."