Perhaps it was no surprise, being the capital. Despite the country's rampant corruption, it was still exceptionally prosperous and bustling, far surpassing the remote towns Sora and Esdeath had visited before.
Following the guards, it didn't take long for Sora and his group to arrive at a luxurious estate, the mansion gifted by the young emperor.
Grand, opulent, and extravagant, located in the prime area of the capital, the value of this mansion alone was likely worth hundreds of thousands of gold coins!
Considering the empire's current economic system, one gold coin was enough to cover a month's living expenses for an average family of three. Yet, while countless commoners suffered and starved, the young emperor didn't hesitate to gift Sora such a mansion. It was truly outrageous!
However, Sora felt no guilt. He didn't care about others; as long as he and his women lived comfortably, that was all that mattered. They would enjoy the highest standard of living, eat the most delicious food, reside in the most luxurious and comfortable homes, and live the happiest lives!
With a wave of his hand, Sora led the group of girls into the grand mansion, tossing a few gold coins to the envious guards. Go home and eat noodles!
The mansion was exceptionally spacious. It could easily accommodate dozens of people, even hundreds! It was fully equipped with various decorations and facilities, and the environment was exceptionally beautiful. Despite the bustling noise outside, not a sound penetrated the walls.
Originally, the mansion had many servants, guards, and maids, all bestowed by the young emperor. But Sora didn't like having outsiders in his home. He gave them some gold coins and sent them on their way. Do whatever you want, just don't stay here.
As for the lack of servants, Sora wasn't worried. His guard girls were all-rounders.
Not only were they capable in bed, but they were also skilled in daily tasks. They could wield swords and serve with professional expertise. With them around, who needed those half-baked servants?
Over the years, Sora and Esdeath had engaged in plenty of plundering, amassing resources from nobles. Even in the capital with its high cost of living, they had enough to live luxuriously for years.
The 100,000 gold coins given by the young emperor were all handed out to the girls as pocket money. After all, they had just arrived in the capital and surely had many places to visit and things to buy.
Watching the tsundere Mine and the group of girls standing amidst the pile of gold coins, laughing heartily, Sora had the urge to kick them.
Damn it, you're following me now. Can't you be a bit more ambitious?!
…
"Darling, these are the items sent by the young emperor."
In the hall, Sora was sitting comfortably on a large chair, enjoying a massage from one of the guard girls. Esdeath walked in, sat on his lap, and handed him the items she was holding.
"Oh!"
Opening his eyes, Sora took the items, one hand groping Esdeath's perky breasts. He looked at them; they were appointment documents and two tokens for commanding the empire's military forces.
Sora smirked, uninterested in these items. After a casual glance, he tossed them onto the table.
To others, these might be precious and important, but to Sora, they were nothing!
The empire currently had two armies. One was the Imperial Guard, responsible for protecting the palace and the young emperor. Though small in number, only a few thousand, they were exceptionally powerful, commanded by General Budo.
The other was the so-called Teiguy, numbering around seven to eight hundred thousand (based on the original story where Esdeath faced the northern barbarians with 400,000 troops, the empire must be stronger). Previously, it was commanded by Generals Najenda and Rokugou.
Now, with Sora and Esdeath as the new generals, half of the Teiguy, around three to four hundred thousand troops, was handed over to them. It was indeed a formidable force.
However, though the numbers were impressive, Sora saw the Teiguy as dispensable. Quantity meant little; his 60 guard girls, with a few more years of training, could easily crush them!
Moreover, now that they had arrived in the capital, Sora could finally extend his claws towards the girls from the original story: the cool and slightly clueless Akame, the clumsy and silly Sheele, the bold and busty Leone…
Tsk tsk tsk, so many girls waiting for Sora to save them. Once he had them all, his harem's power would only grow stronger!
"Master, the mansion has been cleaned and fully prepared."
At that moment, another guard girl entered, bowing to Sora.
"Is that so? Has the big bed been replaced too?"
Looking at the girl, Sora asked with a wicked smile.
"Yes…"
The girl nodded, her face flushed.
She thought to herself, this big bad master of hers was truly incorrigible, never forgetting his big bed wherever he went!
"Alright, you can go out and play now. Just remember to return before dark."
"Oh, and keep an eye on Mine. The capital isn't a safe place. Don't let her get snatched away!"
With a laugh, Sora stopped teasing the girl and dismissed her.
"Thank you, Master!"
"Rest assured, we will take good care of Miss Mine!"
With expressions of immense joy, the girls hopped and skipped out in a flurry.
"Esdeath, aren't you going out to play with them?"
Looking at Esdeath, who was still sitting on him with no intention of following, Sora asked.
"Well, I'm not really interested in that sort of thing."
"Besides, I've already had a lot of fun today!"
With her long, white arms wrapped around Sora's neck, Esdeath licked her lips with a wicked smile.
Sora's mouth twitched as he remembered that this bloodthirsty, dark, and brutal woman was only interested in battle, slaughter, and domination. The usual activities that girls enjoyed, like shopping, would never appeal to her!
"Heh… That's perfect. Before those girls come back, let's go play an interesting game too!"
With a wicked smile, Sora stood up, holding Esdeath, and walked towards the room while speaking.
"Darling, didn't you say you wouldn't 'eat' me until I fused with that Teigu? If you can't hold back, I can help you, you know!"
Without a hint of shyness or fear, Esdeath said with a playful smile.
"Hmph, you little brat, don't worry. I said I wouldn't 'eat' you, and I won't. Just use other parts of yourself to help your husband release, like before!"
"And besides, do you think that day is far off? Tomorrow, we'll go find that fat minister and let you fuse with the Demon's Extract to become the true Super S Queen. When that time comes, I'll 'eat' you right away!"
With a fierce expression, Sora spoke, but just the thought of soon fully possessing this Super S Queen made his heart burn with excitement, and his steps quickened.
"Heh… I'm really looking forward to it, the Teigu that you said is destined for me, darling."
A strange light flashed in Esdeath's ice-blue eyes as she murmured.
Finally arriving in their room, after days of traveling, Sora lay down on his large bed, feeling an overwhelming sense of happiness!
Without hesitation, Esdeath loosened her clothes, revealing a bewitching smile, and pressed down on Sora. Before long, the room was filled with the sounds of Sora's moans of pleasure…