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Inside the hotel room.
Erica's cheeks were slightly flushed as she looked around the place.
"What? Is there something wrong with the room?"
"Oh, there's definitely something wrong with it!"
Erica pointed at the pink lighting and snapped in embarrassment, "Your Majesty, you totally did this on purpose, didn't you? Why would you pick a place like... like this?"
Minato leaned lazily on the sofa and replied casually, "It's your fault. You said it's not convenient to undress outside—even though there wasn't a single person out on the water."
"That still doesn't justify picking this hotel!"
Erica glared at him. "There were other places you could've chosen."
"It's peak tourist season. You know that already~" Minato said, sounding totally justified. "Besides, you belong to me now. So what's wrong with coming here?"
"..."
Erica twitched at the corner of her mouth.
She was seriously starting to question whether the guy who had just stared down two godlike beings was the same guy lazing in front of her right now.
Oh well. She had already made her choice—there was no turning back now.
Taking a deep breath, Erica walked up to Minato and dropped to one knee.
"Your Majesty, please grant me the reincarnation ritual."
Hearing that, Minato didn't hesitate. He pulled out a demonic chess piece and said, "You can begin."
"Mm!"
Blushing, Erica steadily undressed, stripping down to a white inner layer.
"Alright. Now pull up a corner of it."
Erica hesitated for a second. "Should I... do it myself?"
"If you'd rather not, I can help."
"N-no need!"
Her face turned even redder, but she started doing it herself.
She was already prepared mentally...
But still, this was beyond embarrassing.
After all, this was her final act of dignity as a knight.
"Is... is it good now?" she asked in a small voice, looking up at Minato.
He nodded and pressed the demonic chess piece onto her body.
"What's... what's this feeling?"
The moment the piece merged into her, Erica felt a burning heat flood through her body.
Buzz!
A dark red magic circle lit up. Erica's breathing grew heavier, her chest rising and falling.
Well, well... who knew she was this well-endowed?
Minato rubbed his chin, pretending to study seriously.
Time seemed to fly when you were focused.
"Ugh..."
No one knew how long had passed, but Erica's whole body now felt like it was on fire, and even her breath smelled sweet, like cherry blossoms.
Then—just like that!
Two delicate demon wings unfurled behind her.
And a long, slim tail gently slid out.
"This... this is a demon tail?"
Eyes wide with curiosity, Erica gave it a little squeeze.
"Uuh..."
Her body trembled, and she nearly lost her balance.
A pink flush spread across her entire body.
Her breathing got heavy as she hurriedly retracted her wings and tail.
"You know, you don't have to put them away," Minato said.
Erica gave him a sharp glare. "My dear King, I'd rather not be taken advantage of."
"It hasn't even been that long, and you're already back to your old ways?"
"Wasn't it you who said you liked me like this?"
She stood up and put her outer clothes back on, her tone turning serious.
"But Your Majesty, the fact that you've become the seventh god slayer… that news is gonna spread fast."
"When that happens, I'm sure a lot of people will come knocking."
"No need to wait. Someone's already here."
Minato chuckled, then waved a hand and used magic to open the door. "Oh, and by the way, she's a total beauty—easily on your level."
Erica raised an eyebrow and quickly peeked toward the door.
Standing there was a stunning girl, face a bit tense, serious yet cute. Her long silver hair was tied up in a high ponytail, giving her a fierce, knightly look.
"Your Majesty, I apologize for the late-night visit," the silver-haired girl said formally, raising her right fist in a knight's salute. "Allow me to introduce myself. I am Liliana Kranichal of the Bronze Black Cross. I've come to pay my respects."
"Mhm."
Minato didn't get up. He just waved his hand. "Come in."
Liliana's eyes flickered subtly.
Not standing up—that was the King showing authority.
Letting her in—that was the King showing mercy.
Maybe this seventh King... was better than she expected.
"Liliana, wow, didn't expect you to be the first to show up." Erica chuckled. "Guess that's what childhood friends are for."
"We are not that close, you vixen," Liliana shot back, clearly irritated. "Let's be real—our connection has always been some cursed fate or something."
Then she turned to Minato and bowed again. "Apologies, Your Majesty. Please forgive my rudeness."
"Haha, don't worry about it."
Minato grinned. "I'm always generous with cute girls."
"..."
Liliana blinked.
Yeah... this King really was different.
"Your Majesty," Erica teased from the side, "are you planning to make a move on Liliana too?"
"Smart choice, honestly. In the whole country, among people my age, she's the only one I acknowledge."
Minato looked amused. "Oh? Are you helping me build my harem now?"
"Finding excellent followers for the King is a loyal subject's duty."
Erica replied seriously, "And Liliana's definitely one of the best candidates."
As she finished, she glanced at the still-confused Liliana.
"..."
Yep, just as expected—Liliana might be sharp most of the time, but when it comes to stuff like this, she's completely clueless.
"Liliana, aren't you gonna say anything?"
"Huh?" Liliana was still dazed, not catching on. "Say what?"
Totally hopeless.
Erica sighed and said, "Aren't you going to pledge loyalty to the King?"
"Wha—!?"
Liliana's eyes widened. She glanced at Minato and, seeing he didn't object, immediately dropped to one knee and offered a knight's bow.
"Liliana Kranichal... failed to understand your will, Your Majesty. Please punish me."
Seeing this, Minato smiled with satisfaction.
As expected!
Now that he was a god slayer, everything was just falling into place so easily.
"....."