Twelve Liters of Blood

[Two days later]

"You look tired," came a seductive voice from Strax's left. He turned his head to find Daniela lounging lazily on the nearby bed, clad in black lingerie that hugged her body perfectly. Her provocative gaze left no doubt about her intentions.

Strax sighed, a crooked smile playing on his lips as he carefully stored a few vials and scrolls on the table beside him. He was handling rare ingredients: Ancient Beast Fiber and Lunar Lotus Essence, crucial components for the next phase of homunculus creation.

"You really should stop teasing me while I'm working," he replied with a soft chuckle, not taking his eyes off what he was doing.

Daniela arched an eyebrow, a mischievous smile tugging at her lips. "Working? Is that what you're calling fun these days? How about... taking a break to give me some attention?" She propped her head on her hand, her gaze fixed on him as if savoring the sight.