Though there was a distinction between female and male,
Dragons did not have parents.
Conversely, it meant that Dragons did not give birth.
They, like giant planets born one day from dust in the universe,
Revealed themselves to the world as high-density mana infinitely compressed.
Maybe that’s why the all-knowing Dragon
Did not know much about sexual acts.
Not that they were completely ignorant.
They understood the act was for fulfilling the reproductive instinct granted to living beings.
But since Dragons did not possess sexual desire,
They only knew of it. They couldn’t empathize or comprehend it at all.
A race of Dragons who found the concept of sex quite unfamiliar.
Could it be why?
Mari couldn’t help but feel a tremendous shock at the scene before her.
“Uh… Mom..”
Churup- Chup-
Before her was the spectacle of her dearly beloved mother entangled with that woman who had a pitch-black soul.
They seemed like they were ravenously devouring each other, rubbing their faces together while tasting each other’s tongues.
‘What… are they doing…?’
Though she couldn’t understand their actions,
For some reason, a feeling resembling anger twisted inside her.
Every time her mother lunged at the woman, she wanted to rush out and separate them right away,
But each time the woman gently petted her mother’s head, Mari could only step back at the sight of her mother’s blissful expression.
Fortunately, she managed to slip out of the room unnoticed, but her heart, shocked by the staggering sight, showed no sign of calming down.
The cheerful smile her mother had just shown came to mind.
A smile she had never seen before.
… She had never smiled like that at me.
Why was she smiling so happily at that woman?
Something dark and sticky began to stir in a deep place within her heart.
That woman is not the mother I know. It’s clear that she had some kind of spell over her.
My mom is warm and gentle, a grown-up person.
Someone who always smiles warmly at me. Someone who hugs me lovingly.
But just a moment ago, the image of her mother looked… like… like
A beast yearning for love…
A female who rejoices every time she receives attention from that woman.
Though it was very faint, Mari felt her emerald green soul slightly darken.
Why doesn’t she smile so happily in front of me?
Is she happier by that woman’s side?
… Or is it that being treated like a beast feels good?
Thump- Thump-
Her heart was pounding vigorously, refusing to pause.
For some reason, the vision she just saw wouldn’t leave her mind.
An unknown realm she couldn’t comprehend.
Maybe that’s why she couldn’t figure out what this emotion bubbling up from the depths of her heart was.
… If mom really wants to be treated like a beast,
I could treat her better.
Ah.
She shook her head vigorously.
‘What was I just thinking…?’
In an instant, she wiped away the disturbing fantasies that invaded her mind.
It was an unthinkable act to torment her beloved mother.
That would just be repaying kindness with malice.
And certainly, the happy appearance of her mother a moment ago wasn’t by her choice.
That wicked woman definitely did something to her mother from behind.
From the first time I saw her, I didn’t like her.
The black soul that wicked creatures possess. That woman’s soul was no different.
Though it turned white when she looked at Mom, the essence was still that of an evil being.
If this continues, someday her mother’s pure soul could become tainted black.
She clenched her hands tightly and made a firm resolution.
“I’ll save her.”
I will bring back the kind and mature version of my mom.
Just believe me, Mom.
I will restore you to your original self.
*
“Ugh…”
A dry voice escaped from my lips.
As I lifted my heavy eyelids, I could see the morning sunlight brightly illuminating the room.
“I’m… thirsty…”
My mouth felt unbearably dry as if all moisture had been sucked away.
It was probably because we had kissed so intensely.
Looking around, I noticed the bed sheets wet with the bodily fluids of Athena and me, and Athena herself, sleeping in white underwear.
I wonder if I need to find another slave…
Flinch-
As her words suddenly came to mind, my body trembled.
Driven by a sense of unease, like a cat clinging to its mother, I crawled into Athena’s embrace.
It’s okay.
She definitely said it yesterday.
That she didn’t need another slave.
As long as I provide this, there would be no way she’d abandon me.
I repeated a self-affirmation in my head countless times.
Slowly, I began to calm down, and I could regain my sanity.
‘Just need to do well from now on.’
If I can do well, Athena will not abandon me.
I just need to do what she wants and frequently perform actions that she enjoys.
Thus, I was organizing my thoughts.
“…”
But…
It felt like I had forgotten something…?
Mom… where are you…?
“Ugh?!!”
As I screamed, Athena flinched and slowly opened her eyes.
But there was no time to see her expression; I dashed out through the door, running to my room.
I’m crazy.
I’m crazy, Hera.
No matter how afraid I was of being abandoned by Athena,
I completely forgot about my own daughter.
What if she is confused because I’m not there?
What if she is lonely and crying?
Of course, the chances of her still sleeping were the highest.
But isn’t that why parents tend to overprotect their children?
As Mari’s absence arose, uneasy thoughts began to fill my mind.
Fortunately, it seemed my worries were unfounded.
As I hurriedly opened the door, I saw Mari’s back, peacefully sleeping on the bed.
Phew… I’m relieved…
I carefully climbed into bed beside her, trying not to wake her.
I may have fainted from exhaustion last night, but from now on, I should probably restrain myself a bit. I shouldn’t leave Mari to sleep alone at night.
Lying next to Mari for a while, her small body began to move slightly.
Eventually, as she flipped over, her aquamarine jewel-like eyes locked onto me.
“….”
“Ma… Mari, are you awake?”
For a brief moment, Mari gazed at me in silence, then smiled brightly and said,
“Yes! Mom too?”
In that moment, her words caught me off guard, but I managed to disguise my shock.
“Uh… uh-huh… thanks to you, I was able to sleep without feeling lonely.”
“Liar.”
“Wha… what?”
“Uh-huh. No, Mom.”
For an instant, I felt a chilling energy from her words. But whether it was just my imagination, Mari simply continued to smile brightly in front of me.
Ignoring the uneasy feeling, I forced a smile and said to Mari,
“Aren’t you hungry, Mari? Shall we go have breakfast?”
Then Mari nestled her adorable little body into my embrace and said,
“….Yes.”
“Wow. So wide!”
This was the study in the mansion.
While having breakfast with Mari and Athena, Mari told me she found a book she wanted to read.
So after finishing our meal, we came to the study together.
Even though this place had left me with terrible memories, my desire to fulfill Mari’s request outweighs it, so I came here with her.
Seeing Mari excitedly looking through the books made me feel glad I came.
“Mari, don’t touch the shelves carelessly.”
“Okay!”
Brightly responding, Mari began to wander through the study,
While I took a moment to sit on the sofa provided and rest.
Athena had said she needed to talk to the swordsman, so she temporarily left the mansion.
She said she would return by dinner, and I was to put Mari to sleep before then.
‘I doubt I can kiss her today…’
Gently touching my lips, I felt a sharp pain.
My lips were chapped and swollen from overuse.
Even during breakfast, I felt a stinging pain every time my lips touched the food.
But now, pleasing Athena was a necessary duty for me.
If she wants a kiss, I’ll endure the pain and still give it to her.
How can I make Athena happy…?
She enjoyed my cooking last time. Should I cook for her again?
Or perhaps, like I did for Sephir, I could lick her ears?
Or perhaps…-
How much time had passed?
As I pondered how to satisfy Athena,
“Mama! Let’s go back to the room!”
Having selected the books she wanted to read, Mari came running towards me, cradling a few books.
Her face was filled with excitement, reminiscent of a child just about to open Christmas presents.
Did she find some really interesting books?
Curious, I asked Mari if she could show me the books.
“Uh-huh… what…”
At first, she hesitated, but then shyly extended the books towards me.
The books were a bit thicker than one would expect for a child.
I guess being a Dragon means she’s ahead of her peers.
Hehe, I feel a bit proud.
They say one good daughter is worth ten sons.
Even though I hadn’t raised Mari, her beauty and intelligence brought me joy.
But that feeling evaporated
The moment I saw the covers of the books.
– Blood is thicker than water. The love shared between parents and children.
– On (Sex).
– 101 Ways to Train Beasts.
“Uh….?”
I was left in shock, staring at the books.
Turning my creaky head, I found Mari looking at me with wide eyes, as if asking what was wrong.
“Why, Mom?”
“Ma… Mari…”
Did you pick the wrong books…?
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