"Master! Over here!" Jun yelled over the bustling street. He waved at Eren, trying to get his attention as people pushed and shoved past the man.
Jun wore his black suit and red shirt. Ready for a formal gate visit. Unlike Eren; who wore a black vest with a white shirt. No tie, top buttons of the shirt open. White hair styled, and a look of cool confidence on the face of the man.
The streets of ward 19 were a bustle of people, cars nowhere in sight as finely dressed humans took over. Half of Tokyo seemed to have gathered in this place, eager and ready to visit the gate.
"Why is this place so popular?" Eren questioned Jun. Looking around at the hundreds of people.
"The pleasure palace is one of the most popular gates in all of Japan; if not the world. 'Your dreams are our command.' Their motto. They cater to everyone. All fantasies can be fulfilled, and in a safe place." Jun explained.
"Let's go then, I have two VIP tickets-"
"VIP?! Master how did you get those?"
"Why, they're just pieces of paper." Eren scoffed. Pulling them from his pockets, waving them around as such.
For such a small space it was ordered chaos. Like a convention or a concert, barricades kept groups of people in line, humans in suits ushering people around, whilst orcs dressed in finer suits patrolled the outskirts and the inner perimeter.
Nothing worse than having a bunch of horny bastards drunk on lust trying to get in. None would dare cause trouble with hulking monsters keeping eyes on them. Even Eren felt a slight nervousness in the air as one walked past the pair. A look of disdain in those red eyes.
"Were going to be stuck in line forever." Eren sighed. Looking over the thousands of people; tightly packed, like sardines.
"Allow me master... Excuse me. This." Jun approached the nearest orc with the VIP tickets in hand.
"..."
The orc turned and gave a look to the closest orc. Who in turn turned to another, then another. A silent beacon of notice began to pass from guard to guard.
Before eventually, the biggest of all the albino's lumbered towards them. A scar filled face. A long white mane, and a gold piercing on one of its ears. A look of contempt on the monster's face. This one was different from the others. His suit was a dark purple. He clearly commanded a respect, even a fear from the other orcs.
"We have tickets." Jun presented two of them.
"Follow." The orc commanded, leading them towards the gate.
"How did you know?" Eren asked Jun.
"I've been here before. The commoners had to wait; VIP's get instant access." He replied. From his days as a military brat. Days he doesn't like to speak about.
"HEY! Why do they get to go through!" A voice called out from the crowd.
"YEAH. THATS NOT FAIR!" Another added, with many more voices adding to the growing chorus of angry people. All complaining about Eren and Jun getting the special treatment.
The orc turned to the voices, picking them up easily amongst the din. "Back of line. Now."
The few who were picked out went quiet and did as instructed.
'I guess authoritarianism is the way these orcs operate.' Eren thought. Keep your mouth shut and wait, or else. It's not a bad way of keeping a crowd controlled, especially with all the testosterone and estrogen that will no doubt start flying around once people enter.
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Gate info:
Gate Name: The pleasure palace
Rank: A
Opening time: Every 30 days for 5 days.
Owner: N/A
Last clear: N/A
Clear reward: N/A
Time Remaining: 04: 23: 36: 17
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The pleasure palace was less of a palace and more of a city. Buildings lined the streets. A base of Egyptian architecture, yet mixed with styles from across the globe.
Humans, orcs, snake people, wolf people and cat people. All walking around on a main street. Some were working; looking to attract customers, others were patrons, but the streets were alive with activity.
Eren and Jun walked down the street, past a large fountain. Water gushed from it. It was a statue of an angelic figure. Wings of stone, a sword and shield in hand, both sexual organs were on full display. A reminder of where they were.
"Thank god I didn't bring Emi." The man sighed. He could feel the heat of the place on skin. The air was a mix of pheromones, sweat, and the unmistakable scent of sex. Even after the first hour of the gate being open, it reeked of sex.
"Why would you bring Emi?" Jun asked. Clearly confused why anyone would bring a teenager to such a place. A woman yes, but a teenager.
"Because I need to keep an eye on her. She's too curious for her own good." Eren replied. Thinking about the mischief she already likely getting up to back at Mega Vegas.
Eventually, they reached the heart of the city. A massive, white walled palace. It was a mix of a pagoda and a castle. Three tiers, with golden roofs, and walls as far as the eyes can see. On the gate, the crest of a red lotus flower, with the same symbol repeated across banners and flags.
"Here is it. Enjoy your stay." The orc guide spoke, before turning to leave.
"Wait. Can we see Madam Jingfei?" Eren asked, hoping to get a direct introduction.
"What purpose?"
"Business..." He said unconvincingly.
"..." The orc was not happy.
Again, he led the duo into the palace. A grand entrance way. Littered with people, all from various species, and in different stages of undress. The interior of the building was just as impressive as the exterior.
Large, ornate columns, carpets, and a fountain of water, the main floor was full of people. Barley clothed men and women, and weird demon monsters lined the hallways, all waiting for customers, all waiting for someone to come and buy an hour or two with them.
Eventually, they reached the top, where another orc, even bigger, and scarier was waiting. He wore a black suit, the bulge of muscles barely contained within it.
"They are here to see Madam Jingfei." The smaller but still larger than most orcs said. He didn't bother to wait for a reply. Instead leaving Eren and Jun with the bigger orc.
"Follow." The bigger one growled. Like reverse Russian dolls. All the orcs getting bigger the further you go. What would be inside, a giant orc the size of a building. A monster more dangerous than anything they have ever encountered.
*Knock*
*Knock*
"Madam, these two are here to see you."
"Bring them in." A voice called out. The door swung open, revealing an ornate room. A red carpet covered the floor, silk curtains hung from the walls, and a massive golden dragon coiled around the ceiling. A traditional Chinese styled interior. Fit for an empress. Smoke of an incense burner filled the air. A scent of jasmine and cinnamon, mixed with the smoke.
"Oh. Two handsome young men. What can I do for you?" From the back of the room, a human appeared. Dressed in a fine silk dress. An older woman with a few moles on her lightly wrinkled face.
"Hello... We are here on behalf of Mega Vegas entertainment." Jun began. He walked forward. Presenting himself to the woman as a business man.
"Mega Vegas? Oh. You must be that darling Souta's people. It's a pleasure." Jingfei spoke. Her voice was sweet, yet with a subtle edge, a sharpness to it that seemed to be more like a razor blade than butter knife.
"We are here about some missing employees." Eren spoke plainly, wanting to get to the point.
"Missing? Oh... that's terrible. Thank you, Xin." The orc bowed and left the room. The door slowly closed as the orc left. That look of disdain still never left his face as he closed the door.
"Please forgive my securities lack of decorum. They may be a little blunt at times, but they are loyal. And keep everyone in line."
Eren and Jun took a seat on the low back chairs provided. Sitting before the Madam and the large table.
"Forgive me for not knowing the details of your clients' contracts." Jingfei explained, exploring many documents on her table. "I am responsible for tens of thousands of employees. It would be impossible for me to keep track of each individual person, monster or otherwise." The older woman looked up from her work, and smiled.
A sweet old woman, that's what she looks like. A kind grandmother, with a gentle heart. Jun was drawn into her, into her smile and eyes. Eren however, kept a neutral expression, yet a sharp eye on the older woman.
"Ahh, here it is. Every opening in your world, we send fifteen workers. For five days." She said, reading a few pages.
"Correct. But the previous rotation, none were sent to the client." Eren explained.
"Oh dear. And I know why, several of those contracted workers decided to terminate their contracts. An unfortunate oversight on my part. Please let Souta know, that I will compensate for the lack of staff, this rotation I will send double the number of employees. Free of charge." Her smile remained, wrinkled but kind face. A warm expression, one that Eren didn't trust in the slightest.
"Oh well. That was easy." Jun sighed. Glad that it wouldn't take long for them to finish this little job. However, for Eren it was way too easy. She said it herself. A woman in charge of tens of thousands of people, doesn't get into power without a certain level of ruthlessness. This sweet old lady act, wasn't fooling Eren.
"I am sorry my young friends for my lack of communication. I understand you two VIP tickets as well; please enjoy our facilities before you head back." Taking a long puff on her pipe, Jingfei continued that grandmotherly smile, smoke bellowing from the pipe.
"Thank you, Madam. We will take your leave now." Jun stood up to leave. A slight bow, Eren said nothing and followed.
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"That was easy." Jun said. The two walked down the stairs, past a myriad of different species. All of whom were looking for someone to fulfill some sort of fantasy.
"Yeah..." Eren was too busy thinking about her words. 'She knew a lot more than she let on, and that note. Dae-Jung clearly wanted help. Something isn't right here.'
In truth, Eren always intended for this too be a one man show. Keeping Jun in the dark was by design. Jun was here for another reason.
"My, my, what a strapping young lad." A voice called out. A woman well over 7ft approached. A voluptuous figure, with a muscular build. Long ears, pointed at the end.
"Yeah, look at those muscles beneath his suit, he must be a bodyguard. So handsome!" Another added. Also tall, blonde hair, and tanned skin.
"He he he, yeah something like that. Sorry ladies I am here on business with my-"
"Oh, my he is a cute one." A third woman added, appearing behind the first two. This one whilst still the same size had short black hair, and a mischievous smile on her face.
"Actually, Jun. This is a one-man operation. You go and enjoy the VIP treatment. I'll handle the rest." Eren ordered, waving Jun away.
"Wait, master I can help you!" He tried to protest. However, he was already swamped by the three tall women. Tall himself, he was made to feel like a small child, as they began to carry the muscular young man off to some unknown location.
"Bye, bye Jun. Merry Christmas to ya." Eren spoke, turning to walk the other direction.
'Now... To find Dae-Jung-'
"Hello~"
Synchronized voices of women called out. A pair of identical twins, with wolf ears, one with blue streaks in her black hair, the other with red. Both wearing nothing but sporty hotpants and sports bra.
"Hello..." Looking down at the tomboys, Eren gave them an eyebrow raise, a little unsure of what they wanted.
"We are...
"Tsuki...
"Hana...
"Your hosts for your stay." The both said in a cute, synchronized way. Clearly practiced.
"Thanks, but I'm here on work-"
"Master's unaware of what the VIP tickets are?" Asked the red streaked twin.
"Yeah, master needs some help." The blue haired girl finished.
"Sorry girls. I don't have time for this." Eren turned to walk away from the pair. However, they didn't leave, they followed. Walking behind him, near cuddling the Reaper.
"Oh, what a cold master." Tsuki spoke. A look of feigned sadness on her face.
"Master is a cold one." Hana added. A playful smile on the face of the girl.
"Get off me!" He tried to lose them through the crowds. But they were like glue. No matter how many corners and turns he took, they stayed close and kept following him.
"Come, master. Let us take good care of you."
"Have fun in the pleasure palace, master."
What was worse; the fact that he now has two young women following him around like flies, or that someone was rooting around in his mind. These two were straight out of his hidden fantasies.
'Twins, tomboys, tantalizing and tummy.'
Someone had been reading about both Jun and Eren, looking through their secret fantasies.