Chapter 19: Sir, I Run a Respectable Business!

Without a word, Nanako grabbed Lynn by the sleeve. (She originally aimed for his ear, but her vertical hitbox was too short to reach it). Fuming with anger, she dragged him toward the city gate.

"Hey! Hey! Master, slow down! I have legs! I can walk!"

Even if this Dog Disciple is a hidden Super Boss... His personality is absolutely trash! I can't feel any awe or respect for him at all!

And... I am a super beautiful Master! I'm right here! Yet he wants to go find some cute Priestess?! Unforgivable!

[ Moon Orchid City ]

They arrived at the gates of Moon Orchid City, one of the most famous locations on the Violet Continent. Named after the rare orchids that bloomed during the full moon, this city was also historically significant. It was the Ancient Capital of the Violet First Monarch.

The moment Lynn and Nanako stepped through the gates, they drew [Aggro].

"Woah! Look! Are those mages from Winterspring?" "Aww, look at that little girl! She's so cute! And that guy is super handsome. Are they a couple?" "Age-gap romance? That's adorable. Or... is that guy a Loli-con?" "Wow. She looks so young. Is that even legal?"

The gossip was spiraling into dangerous territory.

Nanako coughed awkwardly. She pulled her wizard hat down low, trying to block out the "Strange XP" accusations from the NPCs.

Suddenly, Lynn’s inner voice echoed in her head.

[ Inner Voice ] [ Tsk tsk. I haven't been back here for a thousand years. The culture is still as "open-minded" as ever. ]

[ Inner Voice ] [ Sigh. How helpless. ╮(╯▽╰)╭ ] [ I'm being treated as a Loli-con. ] [ To be fair, even a Centenarian Loli is still a Loli. The classification is accurate. ]

Nanako: (Grinding teeth noises)

This Dog Disciple! His mental activity is way too frequent! And why is it always so dirty?!

The most annoying part? On the outside, he has this polite, gentlemanly smile on his face! He's waving at the girls, making them scream! He's a wolf in sheep's clothing!

Nanako glanced at Lynn.

Today's mission had two objectives:

Reward him. (He did save her reputation with the scroll, after all).

Investigate him. (Bring him to his "old capital" and see if he reveals any secrets about being the Violet Monarch).

With ulterior motives in mind, Nanako dragged Lynn into the bustling market district.

Today was the Annual Camellia Festival. The streets were packed with traveling merchants, tourists, and couples.

"Step right up! High-quality Frost Beast fur from the Northern Plains! Fair prices!" "Earrings! Umbrellas! Rings! Amulets!" "We have top-tier girls! Soft bodies, great skills! Handsome guy, want to come in and spend some coin?"

The shouts of vendors filled the air. Nanako, who originally planned to eavesdrop on Lynn’s thoughts, was instantly distracted by the shiny loot.

Shopping desire: Activated.

"Disciple! Disciple! Look at this brooch! Does it fit my aesthetic?!" "Wow! The craftsmanship on this robe is S-Tier! I want it! I want it!" "That one! And that one! I'll take everything except the ugly ones!"

Dragged around by his hyperactive Loli Master, Lynn felt a strange sense of déjà vu.

[ Inner Voice ] [ I feel like I'm walking a dog. ]

[ Inner Voice ] [ If I put a collar on her neck... and attached a leash... ] [ Yeah. The resemblance would be uncanny. ]

[ Inner Voice ] [ Actually, "Walking the Dog" is disrespectful. Let's call it "Walking the Loli." ]

[ Inner Voice ] [ Look at her running around, sniffing left and right, her twin-tails wagging like a happy tail... ]

Lynn stared at the ahoge on top of her head, which was bouncing excitedly. It was hypnotic. He really wanted to grab it.

[ Inner Voice ] [ The imagery is vivid. Very vivid. (￣▽￣)／ ]

STOMP.

Nanako slammed her boot onto Lynn’s foot. hard. She kept her eyes closed, her small fists clenching and unclenching.

"Hiss..." Lynn sucked in a cold breath. "Master? Why did you stomp on me?"

Nanako kept her eyes closed. "Nothing. I just felt like stomping. Treat it as your Master being bored! Hmph!"

Lynn: "..."

[ Inner Voice ] [ No way. Is this Loli that sensitive? ]

[ Inner Voice ] [ Did she guess I was bad-mouthing her in my head? Is this the legendary "Woman's Sixth Sense"? ]

[ Inner Voice ] [ Scary! Too scary! ]

[ Inner Voice ] [ No. I need to test this. I need to verify if she’s actually reading my mind or just lucky. ]

Lynn widened his eyes. He stared at Nanako’s back and projected his thoughts loudly.

[ Test 1 ] [ Inner Voice ] [ Centenarian Loli? ]

Crack. Nanako’s knuckles popped. She ground her teeth. But she didn't turn around. She held it in.

[ Test 2 ] [ Inner Voice ] [ Master, your panties are showing! ]

Nanako: (╬￣皿￣) (HOLD IT! HOLD IT IN!) She stiffened, fighting the urge to check her skirt.

[ Test 3 ] [ Inner Voice ] [ Master, your chest is smaller than mine~ ]

Nanako: (╯‵皿′)╯︵┻━┻ DAMN IT!! I CAN'T TAKE IT ANYMORE!!

But she didn't turn around. She stood there, trembling with rage, but silent.

Seeing her unresponsive back, Lynn relaxed. He let out a sigh of relief.

[ Inner Voice ] [ (～￣▽￣)～ Phew. I was overthinking it. ]

[ Inner Voice ] [ She's just having mood swings. Menopause confirmed. ]

[ Inner Voice ] [ If she could actually hear my thoughts, she would have exploded by now, given her tsundere personality. ]

[ Inner Voice ] [ Hahahahaha burp! ]

Behind him, Lynn laughed silently.

In front of him, Nanako grabbed a pair of Lace Panties from a vendor's stall. She shoved the fabric into her mouth and bit down. hard. She tore at the lace with her teeth like a rabid animal.

I hate him! I hate him! How dare he test his beloved Master?! And those insults! "Smaller than his"? I'll bite you to death!

The shop owner stared at her, horrified.

T-This... He wanted to stop her, but her aura was too terrifying.

He gulped and looked at Lynn, who was standing behind her looking innocent.

"Excuse me! Young man! Please!" the owner pleaded, his voice trembling. "Hurry up and stop your daughter!"

"I run a respectable business here!" "If your daughter keeps eating the merchandise, this is going to turn into a weird fetish shop!"

Abandoned

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