"You are sure? Right?" (Alex)
"No!" (Nero)
"But, But, you just-" (Alex)
"I am just joking... she is truly and only your wife, and you don't need to worry, I don't like girls." (Nero)
I said in a hurried tone, "Don't tell me, you are gay?"
Nero chuckled, a sound that resonated in the void. "No, I just don't like any being at all."
I furrowed my brow, trying to make sense of his words. "What do you mean you don't like any being?"
Nero's tone remained calm as he elaborated, "I am an entity born from your inner consciousness and desires. My existence is tied to you, but I don't possess personal preferences or emotions like humans do. My purpose is to guide and assist you, not to form attachments or relationships."
His explanation left me with a mix of relief and curiosity. "So, you're saying you don't have any personal desires or interests?"
"Exactly," Nero replied. "My existence revolves around you and your journey. I don't have personal motivations beyond helping you achieve your goals."
I nodded, absorbing his words. "Alright, that makes sense. But back to Lisa... If she's my wife in this parallel world, how should I handle this relationship? It feels so different from my previous life."
"That's your problem not mine." (Nero)
I asked him, "Can't you give me some advice?"
Nero coughed, and for the first time, I saw his calm expression change. "I don't have any experience in that area, so no, I can't help."
I sighed and said, "This might be a problem."
Nero ignored my comment and asked, "Any more questions?"
I nodded eagerly. "Yes, yes."
I was still trying to wrap my head around the concept of parallel worlds, but another question tugged at me. "Is there a previous Demon King, and did Lisa have a deep relationship with him?"
Nero shook his head. "No, there is no previous Demon King here that Lisa had a relationship with. The dynamics of this world are distinct. Lisa is your wife, and her connection lies with you alone."
I couldn't help but wonder further, "If there's no previous Demon King, how did she become the 'wife of the Demon King' as she claimed?"
Nero leaned in to explain, "In this world, the title of Demon King is not inherited or passed down from one ruler to another. It's a position that you have attained, and she, as your wife, is naturally referred to as such. It's a unique system within this parallel world."
"But, she may not be a vir-" (Alex)
"Absolutely not, She is a pure virgin. " (Nero)
I felt a mix of relief and confusion. The sense of cheating had weighed heavily on me, but knowing that this world operated differently and she was a virgin offered some solace.
"Thank you for clarifying these matters, Nero," I said, still trying to absorb the information. "It's a lot to take in, but I appreciate your guidance."
Nero nodded, a reassuring tone in his voice.
"You're welcome. This world you're in now is really complicated, but I'm here to help you figure it out. If that's all your questions, I'll be going now," Nero said.
"Yeah, that's it. You can go, but please make sure to stay in touch with me," I replied.
"Alright, alright, you don't need to remind me," Nero answered.
Nero's figure began to fade as he slowly moved deeper into the mist.
His words lingered in the air, "Everything will return to normal as it was just a few minutes ago."
My emotions were a whirlwind, a mix of relief, confusion, and a lingering unease.
I watched as his form became more and more translucent, his voice growing faint.
It was as if he was retreating into the very essence of this enigmatic world.
Before I could fully process what was happening, the mist around us began to dissipate rapidly.
It swirled and twisted, revealing glimpses of the world beyond.
The transition was disorienting, and I felt a sense of weightlessness as if I was being pulled in different directions by the shifting reality.
And then, as the last tendrils of mist disappeared, I found myself embracing Lisa.
She was there, right in front of me, just as she had been moments before Nero's arrival.
I quickly processed my mind and I understood what I had done before with her.
'Oh man, I totally forgot about her. I just woke up and kissed her out of nowhere... That was my first kiss... What will she think? Was I so horny that I had to mess with her right away? What should I tell her now? That calm jerk just went to sleep again.' (Alex)
"Hey, can you stop cursing me all the time?"
"Nero?" I thought back, startled. "Oh, you're here. Please, tell me what should I do now? I don't know anything."
"Stop acting like a crybaby," Nero's voice was sharp. "You will be, in the future, one of the strongest demon kings. Can't you just console her? Why ask me?"
"But—" I began to protest, but Nero cut me off."Stop your blah, blah, and do something. And don't disturb me."
His presence vanished abruptly, leaving me standing there with a million questions and no answers.
I called out to him in my mind, but there was nothing. No response. Nero had left me to figure this out on my own.
"Lisa," I began, my voice returning to its deeper, more apologitic tone, "I... I don't know what just happened. I can't explain it."
She looked at me with a sultry smile, her fingers gently tracing my cheek. "It's alright, my love," she purred, "Such things are bound to happen when the Demon King's powers awakening you. We are creatures of desire, after all."
I nodded, still trying to comprehend the overwhelming sensations I had just experienced.
Then, I noticed the virtual screen that had appeared earlier was still hovering in front of me, its text glowing softly.
Curiosity got the better of me, and I asked, "What is this?" gesturing toward the screen.
Lisa followed my gaze but seemed unable to see the virtual display. She tilted her head in confusion.
"What are you talking about, my love?" she inquired, her tone filled with innocence.
Ignoring her for a moment, I focused on the screen and mentally urged it to provide more information.
The text on the screen continued to glow, and a voice echoed in my mind, "Welcome, host, to the Devil System. You have been chosen to wield its power as the Demon King of Desire and Temptation."
I was taken aback but kept my composure. "Devil System?"
I exchanged a quick, confused glance with Lisa, who remained blissfully unaware of the conversation happening in my mind.
"Can I control you?" I asked.
The system's voice responded, "Yes, you can access and control the Devil System through your thoughts. It is bound to your will."
As I processed this newfound information, I realized the immense power I now possessed. It was both thrilling and terrifying.
I had become the Demon King of Lust, and with the Devil System at my disposal, I had the potential to shape this world of fantasy in ways I couldn't have imagined.
I turned my attention back to Lisa, who was still watching me with longing in her eyes.
It was clear that my newly discovered power and the Devil System would change everything, and I couldn't help but wonder how it would affect my relationship with her and the world I had been thrust into.
The virtual screen before me shimmered, and a new message appeared:
**[Quest Received]**
**Quest Name: Lust Unveiled**
**Objective: Build a harem of at least ten individuals while keeping it a secret from your wife, Lisa.**
**Rewards:**
- **Increase in Power and Influence**
- **Unlock New Hidden Abilities**
- **Access to Hidden Knowledge**
**Penalties:**
- **If Lisa discovers your secret, she may turn against you.**
- **Failure to complete the quest within the specified time frame may result in a loss of power and influence.**
I blinked at the message, processing the implications of the quest.
It seemed both enticing and treacherous.
The promise of increased power and abilities was tempting, but the risk of Lisa discovering my actions was a significant concern.
I focused my thoughts, addressing the system directly. "What is the time frame for completing this quest? And why do I need to build a harem?"
The system responded in its calm, mechanical tone, "You have one year to complete this quest. As for the harem, it will provide you with a network of influence and power that can help solidify your reign as the Demon King of Lust. It will also unlock new abilities that can be used to further your goals."
I weighed the options in my mind. On one hand, the rewards were substantial, and I was now the Demon King with a desire to expand my influence.
On the other hand, keeping such a secret from Lisa could be challenging and could jeopardize our relationship.
I asked the system, "What happens if Lisa finds out about my actions? How can I prevent her from discovering them?"
The system responded, "If Lisa discovers your secret, she may turn against you, leading to a potential loss of power and influence. To prevent this, you must use your new abilities to manipulate and control those in your harem, ensuring their loyalty and silence. Remember, your ultimate goal is to destroy the desires of others while maintaining your own power and control."
I thought about the quest, realizing it was a test of my abilities, cunning, and discretion. The desire for power and influence tugged at me, and I knew I had to make a decision.
'Harem? That's hard... No, too hard.'
With no choice left, I said to the system, "I accept the quest, Temptation Unveiled. I will build a harem and keep it a secret from Lisa. Tell me more about these new abilities and how I can use them."
The system began to provide details on the abilities I could unlock and how to utilize them, setting in motion a new chapter in my life as the Demon King of Lust.