And so—being invited by Milfi, I ended up coming to her house.
It was a surprisingly modest little home. The furniture and decorations reflected her calm, refined taste, and a soft, pleasant fragrance drifted throughout the rooms.
"What's wrong? Your face looks stiff."
"N-no. It's just… I'm a little nervous."
After all, this was the first time I had ever stepped inside a woman's home. And not just any woman—this was Milfi, the very one admired by men all across the city.
Was it really okay for me to be this lucky? Was this a dream… or some kind of scam?
"That makes sense. Sorry for making you uncomfortable."
As she said that, she removed the cloak covering her body and hung it on a rack in the corner of the room.
"Ah…"
A sound slipped from my lips without thinking.
Her appearance was the same as when I'd seen her several times at the guild headquarters.
She had removed her silver breastplate and knee guards, but the delicate outfit beneath remained unchanged.The white tunic accented with red embroidery was simple yet elegant.Her slender legs, extending from beneath the short skirt, were wrapped in black stockings that reached halfway up her thighs.And above all, what drew the eye most was the fluffy fox tail peeking out through the slit at the back of her skirt.
(Incredible… it's real…)
Just moments ago I had been wondering if she might be some kind of impostor, and yet the sight of her like this made me believe completely. I really am simple.
"Have a seat there? I'll bring some tea."
"N-no, please don't trouble yourself! More importantly, could you tell me more about the curse?"
At my words, Milfi's fox ears twitched.
Even with her head lowered, I could tell her face had turned red.
"…Alright. Then could you come this way?"
We moved into the next room. Milfi sat down on the bed and patted the space beside her.
(The… the bed?)
I hesitated for a moment, but when she fixed me with her deep crimson eyes, I couldn't resist.
I approached timidly and sat down beside her.
"…Don't be surprised."
With that, Milfi began unfastening the buttons at the front of her top.
Through the diamond-shaped opening, smooth skin was revealed.
"W-what…!"
I instinctively covered my face with my hands.
"Please. Look properly."
Urged by her quiet voice, I slowly turned back toward her.
Her skin was fine and pale—beautiful and smooth, like porcelain.
But that wasn't what drew my gaze.
Below her navel, a faintly glowing pink crest floated upon her skin.Lines intertwined like the petals of a flower, and at the center was a small engraved heart.It was the mark that appeared only on those afflicted with a powerful curse—a curse sigil.
"This is…"
"Five days ago, I entered a dungeon… When I opened a treasure chest, it was a trap. Light poured out from inside, and when I came to, this had appeared."
The color of the mark was disturbingly vivid, as though it had seeped deep into her flesh.
I could tell. Just by looking, I could feel it clearly.
This curse was extremely strong.
"When I had it examined at the church, they said it was 'a curse of arousal that affects only beastfolk.' Because of it, my… my body won't stop tingling… It gets worse with each passing day… Especially at night…"
As she spoke, Milfi's face turned bright red.
(I-I'm being told something pretty incredible…)
Even though I knew it was inappropriate, my mind betrayed me.I imagined her alone at night—right here on this bed—unable to bear the heat in her body, twisting restlessly.
(N-no, pull yourself together! Milfi is in trouble! This isn't the time for weird fantasies!)
"Lately, the heat doesn't even fade during the day… At this rate, I'm afraid to go outside, let alone into a dungeon…"
Milfi lowered her head. The fox ears atop it drooped sadly.
Indeed, in this condition, anything could happen if she went outside.
"Did the church give you a dispelling potion?"
"Yes. But they said the curse was unusually strong, and it hasn't worked at all. If I went to the royal capital's church, they might have something more effective, but it's too far from here…"
It would take ten days by horse to reach the royal capital from this city. In her current state, such a long journey was impossible.
"So I asked at the guild about exorcists in this town, and they told me about you."
"I see…"
"Please. I know I'm asking a lot. But you're my only hope. Please help me!"
With tearful eyes, Milfi looked at me desperately.
(L-looking at me like that…!)
Honestly, I had no confidence that someone like me could help her.
I might only end up disappointing her.
And yet—Milfi, of all people, was relying on me.
There was no way I could say "I can't." No, I didn't want to say it.
"A-alright. If you're willing to trust me, I'll do everything I can."
"Really? Th-thank you!"
Milfi's eyes lit up, and she clasped my hands in both of hers.
(W-whoa! M-Milfi's hands!)
I nearly pulled away in surprise, but she held on tightly, refusing to let go.
Her fox ears perked up in delight, her fluffy tail swishing happily.
…This is bad. She's far too cute.
M-my heart can't take this…
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