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Kat PoV

After discussing some things with the seamstress, I reluctantly handed over 2 Platinum and 11 Gold, my heart bleeding at the expensive day we just had.

Granted, Leone's dress and the adjustments being made to Jahi's suit were the main expenses, as Anput's deep violet dress cost only 42 Gold…

Chuckling wryly at that number, I shook my head at the cost; that was more than normal families made in over three years…

All on a singular dress; albeit one made from quite silky cloth and incredibly detailed lace…

Anyways, after that day spent inside the clothing store, Jahi dragged us over to a restaurant for dinner, ordering another golds worth of food…

Sighing more to myself as she and Anput devoured the mountain of meats in front of them, I glanced over at Leone, who was picking at her own meal.

Seeing her crimson eyes flicker over to my wrist, I rolled my eyes and offered it to her, enjoying the feeling of her fangs sliding into my flesh as she drank.

The meal was, thankfully uneventful, as was the walk back home to the cottage; no random people jumped out and tried to either hit on us or assault us, nor did we run into any weird older people offering too good to be true artifacts for simply exiting in their general vicinity.

Was it bad that, now every time I walked outside, I had a feeling that something would happen?

After that talk with the system about my selection, it sounded more and more like those novels I had read, so for the time being, I was paranoid about the weird happenings that occurred inside them.

Thankfully it seemed to be just my imagination going haywire with the thought, as the day ended peacefully enough.

We entered our home, and after I bathed I heard Jahi walking towards Leone's room, making me smirk as the Demoness swiftly 'devoured' the Princess.

As for me, I slipped into Anput's room, the Jackalkin both surprised and excited to see me.

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Anput PoV

Waking up with something warm pressing against my body, I grinned as I saw Kat's voluptuous form, her lemony taste still on my tongue as I recalled marking her again.

Feeling satisfied with the previous night, I slipped from the normally diligent maids arms and entered the bath, getting everything started up before she awoke.

Leaning against the doorframe, I stared over her sleeping figure, enjoying the sight and scent of my disheveled room.

Seeing her ears twitch as the sound of running water gently entered the room, I grinned as she sat up, her amber eyes bleary as she looked around.

Yawning, she got up and stretched, making me groan at the sight and turn away.

"Come on Kat~! No fair!"

Whining, I entered the bath and set about washing myself, only to jump as I felt something soft press against my back.

"We have some time available~!"

Feeling her warmth spread around my body, I grinned back at Kat before pushing her down, easily losing myself to her.

Thankfully enough for both of us, I finished up quickly enough to allow a relaxing bath, both basking in the afterglow of a pleasurable morning.

"Kat, what do you think about this whole banquet thing?"

My arm was around her shoulders, and she was currently leaning into me, her long silky hair tickling my side.

"Hmm…"

Narrowing her eyes, she stared out towards the wall for a few moments before saying "If anything, this will just be a trap set for one of us; be it a way to mess with Jahi, a way to 'get back' at Leone, or attempt to get you or I to do something… honestly though, as long as we stick together and are careful, this should be relatively easy to deal with."

I nodded, my thoughts going to the snobby elf in our class; Jillian was more of an open book then she realized, and her strength…

Well, if she applied herself well, I think she might be able to easily become a problem; her skill with a dagger was good, and she seemed pretty agile and dexterous…

I think.

However…

"Wasn't she looking at you with lust during that last spar?"

Recalling the way Jillian's hazel eyes had shone with lust as she looked at my mate made me angry, only to frown as Kat chuckled.

Lifting her giant breasts, Kat smirked at me as she sensually whispered "I AM quite the curvy beauty, aren't I~?"

Staring over at her, I was not only incredibly aroused by her voice, but rather irritated that she was taking it lightly.

"Kat, re-"

Rolling her eyes, she leaned her head back on my shoulder, saying "I know, Anput. I'll be careful; I'm even less fond of the way she looked at me, you know. Quite creepy…"

We both chuckled before getting out, swiftly drying off and dressing for the Academy.

Entering the kitchen, we were greeted with the sight of a blushing Leone sitting on Jahi's lap, the two eating breakfast; Leone's fangs sinking into Jahi's wrist while she ate a bowl of oatmeal.

Seeing the other two bowls set out, Kat and I sat down and dug in.

After that quick meal, we found ourselves at the Academy, where I gradually lost all interest in this thing called 'consciousness' as I fell asleep, uncaring of history.

I was a fighter, not a damn politician.

I didn't care if the person I was stabbing enjoyed opening the door on the left side or the right side; they bled the same way.

Of course, Kat kicked my chair multiple times during the lecture, making me glare back at the Dogkin who, just hours prior, was writhing under me.

However, as I turned to glare at her, I would also catch glimpses of Jillian staring at all four of us intently, her face sometimes twisted into a sneer.

Whenever I turned to see her, I simply grinned at the woman, wondering if today would be another day of sparring the other weapon styles in Combat Class; I wanted to beat that look off her face so badly…

Which, it seems that the gods were listening, as I found myself opposite her on the black sand of the training grounds.

She clicked her tongue in annoyance as I spun my blade, her eyes serious as she carefully observed me.

Waiting for her to approach first, I stood still, my blade held loosely by my side.

Dashing forwards, she slashed the dagger out towards my chest, a small grin on her face as I blocked it with my sword.

Her leg shot out towards my side, however I twisted into her, making the girl stumble backwards.

Pushing her further, I pounced on her as she tried to roll away, my blade slamming painfully against her side.

Grinning down at her as I pinned her under me, I whispered "You lost quite easily there, Jillian~"

The Elf glared up at me, her eyes murderous as she tried to stab her dagger upwards, only to gasp as I clenched her wrist, twisting it hard.

Gritting her teeth, she clamped off any other sounds, not giving me that satisfaction.

However, I just grinned as I got up, standing over the defeated Elf, letting out a soft "That was easy~" before walking away, finding a new partner.

Hearing her get up with a growl, I waited for another attack, only to sigh as none came.

Glancing over my shoulder, I saw her make her way towards that adventurer Greselda, likely wanting to release her pent up frustrations on someone her own level.

Smirking at that, I found myself next to Kat again, watching as she guided Leone through the basics yet again, the Vampire frowning as she stared at the sword in her hands.

Since no one was open yet, I continued to watch as the two voluptuous women sparred, my eyes flitting between the two as I admired their beauty.

Kat was actually rather enchanting with that stoic face, her long brown hair pulled into a tight bun as she easily parried Leone's clumsy thrust, the wooden blade moving past her ample chest.

As for Leone, the sight of her flushed cheeks and sweat stained features was… alluring, to say the least.

She was currently the center of attention for the various men in the class, as well as some women.

Seeing that, I smirked as Jahi stalked over, saying "Leone, let me teach you."

When the giant Demoness appeared beside her, the rest of our classmates turned away, the previous 'tournament' still fresh on their minds.

So, that left Kat and I to pick up from our spar yesterday, changing our styles in an attempt to improve.

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So, quick question; would you rather have longer lemons be one chapter that reached ~2k words, or have them be two separate chapters at who knows how long, but less than 1.5k?

Because either way they'll cost more than normal, so I was just wondering what people would prefer; should I draw them out over two days or just drop one giant chapter?

Just know that I don't plan on ALL lemons being that long, but some will be; think the threesome and eventually foursome, as well as any more… in depth scenes.

Anyways, I was just curious of people would rather I drop it ALL at ONCE or split it into two separate chapters…

Kat PoV

The days truly blended into one another, making me marvel at how a schedule could make life so…

Easy; both to live, and to lose time unknowingly.

We had rapidly gotten ourselves to the next break day, and I recalled the last few days schedule, which would likely be what we would do every day of this first year.

Wake up early, enjoy either a hearty breakfast or throw something together because Leone and I were 'preoccupied', make our way to the Academy.

Then our classes, during which I would kick Anput's chair incessantly whenever she dozed off, making sure the Jackalkin was awake by any means.

Combat Class was rather fast as well, as Anput and I tended to spar more often then not, and Jahi would guide Leone; our professors left us alone when we did that, since they saw that Anput and I were truly sparing, grinding each others rough edges away, while Jahi was more than capable of teaching Leone the basics.

Of course, during any inter weapon training, both Jillian and Greselda tended to be my partners, and occasionally Draka's golden haired maid Poshka, who would inform me of how Fresca was doing during her pregnancy, as well as any other related news to her Mistress' 'hunting'.

I have to commend Draka on that front; she was currently engaged to Rialo, had both Fresca and Poshka, and was now courting Miss Grangeri, the studious woman in our magic Theory Class.

Apparently Draka was also rather far along with her as well; they were planning a date for the next off day.

Besides that, she had also slowly sunk her claws into a widowed shopkeep, who, although a little older, seemed rather flattered that such a young woman was that interested in her.

While I was giving her props on that front for acting on her desires, I found myself wondering how she'd keep all these women satisfied.

I mean, Jahi and I were all over one another when we had the chance initially, and now, what with Anput and Leone being with us, we had different outlets for our lust.

Though, I did remember my only maxed skill being [Nymphomania], so I doubt we were a good benchmark for a group of lovers…

Besides finding Draka's situation entertaining, I enjoyed sparring against Jillian, since I had slowly 'caught' up to the insufferable woman, making our matches rather even in skill.

Which meant that I had scored quite a few painful blows on her.

However, the woman was an enigma; with each blow dealt to me, sadistic glee erupted on her face. With each blow I dealt to her, a spark of lust lighted her eyes.

I had no idea what to think about her, so I decided to fall back on the good 'ole reliable 'let future me deal with that shit'.

Works every time!

Then we would get home and unwind, be it through some more sparring, some shopping that was of just Leone and I, cooking, baking…

As well as other, more carnal ways of unwinding.

Like letting a thirsty vampire bite one side of your neck…

Or letting the territorial-ish Jackalkin bite the other side of your neck…

Topped off with a sadistic Demoness wanting something darker.

Fun!

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Jahi PoV

Since it was our off day, I rolled out of my bed before staring down at Kat, who was fast asleep.

Her fair skin was red, both from my hands and from the little whip laying beside her.

Besides that, her face was slack from pleasure and pain as she lay on the soft bed, her eyes closed.

Chuckling at her sprawled out figure, I bathed as quick as I could before dressing myself, slinking from our room.

Tossing my coin pouch between my hands, I double checked my appearance before nodding, exiting the cottage.

It was barely dawn, and as much as I wanted to lay in bed being warmed by Kat's soft body, I had a few things I needed to get.

Expensive things, but things I deemed necessary.

Humming gently to myself, I walked through the quiet streets of the Capital, enjoying the sparkly occupied roads and just opening stores.

Some stalls were starting up their grills, preparing for the morning rush when everyone woke up, while others were displaying their goods, making sure everything looked appealing on their small counters.

As a Demoness, I drew quite a few stares; curious ones, afraid ones, lustful ones…

However, people rarely approached Demons; we were not only taller than most, but also rather strong compared to other races as well.

If I had to guess, Professor Thorn and I would be matched in terms of raw strenght.

Besides, seeing such an imposing figure like myself, why risk approaching?

I was almost seven feet tall, my horns were rather sharp, and I had a blade strapped to my waist.

So, color me surprised when I turned from one street to another and collided with a armored woman, her dark green skin covered in both scars and tattoos.

Glaring up at me, the Orc refused to move from in front of me, making me shrug.

Stepping to the side, I was going to continue on, but…

Sighing, I stared down at the glowering woman, her dark yellow eyes meeting mine.

"Can I help you?"

Wanting to be done with this as soon as possible, I waited for a response, only to not get one.

Giving her another moment, I nodded before grabbing her shoulder, shoving her to the side.

Considering her heavy plate mail armor, I was rather surprised when she didn't fall down from the shove, but oh well.

Continuing forwards, I made my way towards the store I wanted to visit, only to feel someone grab my shirt.

Stopping, I glanced over my shoulder to see the Orc behind me, making me sigh again.

"What?"

Still, nothing.

Keeping my eyes locked on hers, I was contemplating drawing my blade and skewering her throat, but…

Well, a murder in broad day wouldn't be easy to cover.

"Are ye Jahi Asmodia?"

Her voice was deep and raspy, and she had a similar accent to Lesnera, the Dwarven Cook back home.

"Yup. Don't think there are many gold horned demons around."

Narrowing her eyes, she tilted her head as she said "Watch yerself now…"

Letting me go, the Orc turned around, walking in the opposite direction.

Wondering what exactly had just happened, I too turned and walked away, pushing the encounter to the back of my mind.

Currently, I had a more important thing to ponder.

What kind of jewelry would each of my wives like the most?

They already had a ring each; not that they couldn't wear multiple.

They had collars…

Which I still needed to give to Leone…

𝒾𝓷𝐧ｒ𝔢𝘢𝒅*c𝗼𝑚

So, necklaces were out of the question; though pendants to attach to said collars was available.

Hmm…

Pursing my lips, I sighed as I tried to find something for each girl; Anput liked her amethyst dangle, Leone wore her ring constantly, and Kat…

Well, she wore her ring, but tended to cover it in public…

Maybe something easy to hide then, like a bracelet or anklet for her?

Seeing the jewelry shop Draka had recommended, I entered, a short male Dwarf at the counter.

"Good morning lass! How can I help ya?"

Chuckling at his cheery attitude, I approached the counter and leaned on it, saying "I need three good gifts for my women."

Leaning on the counter as well, the pudgy dwarf gave me a sly grin as he said "Oho~ Tell me more about these lucky wives! Old Narde will help ye as best I can!"

Grinning at one another, I said "Well, lets go alphabetically then. First, my Jackalkin wife. She really likes amethysts and obsidian, but she already has a good earring she always wears, as well as our engagement ring."

"Jackalkin ye say… She from the Sultanate?"

Nodding, I watched as the dwarf slid from his chair, his brown eyes flitting around the dim store.

"Aha! Over here lass."

Scurrying as fast as his little legs could take him, he approached one of the many tables, pulling out a stool as he opened a glass case.

"Somethin' like this 'ere will pair well with her skin tone!"

He showed me a gold ring, a giant amethyst situated in the center.

It was a trilliant cut stone, and the amethyst was a deep, vibrant purple.

Lifting it gently from the cushion, I raised a brow as I saw a rune carved into its surface, making the dwarf grin.

"That there is just a simple scratch resist enchant. Pretty standard nowadays."

Nodding, I stared down at the ring, trying to imagine it on Anput's finger.

"Hmm… Actually, what about something obsidian? I gave her a pretty big amethyst before…"

Nodding, the dwarf placed the ring back into the container before pursing his lips again, making me chuckle.

Opening his mouth, he was about to speak when we heard the door open, and I saw someone I did not expect to see walk in.

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Again, sorry if these chapters a bit bleh~, but I've been resetting my brain and preparing a few extra chapters for a 'just in case' moment, though I will release one on Christmas Day my time~!

Anyways, yup, I wonder who walked in~?