Chapter 91: The contract is done!

There was no rush to arrange everyone.

First, Nanashi opened the chat group.

He sent a message:

Nanashi: "Nami, Honghong, March—are you all safe?"

Nami: "Yeah, got home safely."

Tushan Honghong: "Brother Nanashi, I'm back in Tushan too."

March 7th: "Hey, I'm safe too!"

Nanashi: "Good. Esdeath, you'll need to figure out how to manage your world yourself. After all, you're about to be crowned queen."

Shinobu: "Queen? As in the ruler of an entire country?"

Suzuki: "Hiss! That's what I call true wealth!"

Emilia: "That's amazing! It's just like being a king. If I have questions about ruling a country, can I ask you for advice?"

Esdeath: "Strength determines everything."

Emilia: "Uh… this…"

Nanashi: "You might want to not ask her. Her world was too corrupt, so I made some changes. Honestly, she's basically a hands-off ruler now."

Nanashi: "Actually, I wanted to talk to you all about the Plunderers."

Lemuel: "Is there something special about them?"

Nanashi: "Yes. I extracted one's memory and found something surprising—he wasn't originally from Esdeath's world."

This revelation had even shocked him when he discovered it.

March 7th: "Wait, what?! He's not from that world? Does that mean he's a traveler too?!"

Nanashi: "That brings me to an even bigger discovery."

Nanashi: "The term 'Plunderer' doesn't just refer to a single person. It's actually a collective name—there's more than just one of them."

Nanashi: "They have the ability to travel between worlds, and their sole purpose is to plunder them. Every world they consume eventually collapses and disappears."

Saeko: "A terrorist organization that moves between worlds?"

Nanashi: "That's a very accurate way to put it."

Nanashi: "There also seems to be someone behind them, managing them. But that part of their memory is locked by some powerful restriction, so I couldn't access it."

Nanashi: "However, I did manage to uncover something else—they have a ranking system, likely from Level 1 to Level 10. The Plunderer I fought in Esdeath's world was a Level 5."

Shinobu: "Level 5 was already that terrifying… I can't imagine how strong a Level 10 Plunderer would be."

Nami: "No point in worrying too much. If we all keep getting stronger, we'll take them down eventually!"

March 7th: "Yeah! Let's just keep working hard!"

Reinhard: "If that's the case… I'm more worried about whether Natsuki Subaru is also a Plunderer."

That possibility—

Natsuki Subaru… a Plunderer?

Nanashi didn't think so.

But in the current chaotic situation, nothing could be ruled out.

Nanashi: "Try your best to find him."

Reinhard: "Understood."

With that, he finished briefing them and closed the chat group.

But even as he did—

Doubt lingered in his mind.

What kind of force could create an organization like the Plunderers?

Aside from the Plunderers, this journey had been a complete win-win for everyone.

Everyone earned Doomsday Points and grew stronger.Nami's Thunder Fruit was now at Lv. 4.Esdeath became queen.Nanashi gained the full loyalty of the Night Raid.Night Raid fulfilled their wish of overthrowing the empire.And the empire itself… was now under new laws that would guide it toward peace.

Everything was a victory.

And Nanashi hadn't forgotten his plans for today.

He called Tamayo, Kie, and Nezuko.

After gathering them, he briefly explained the situation.

At first—

They were shocked by how many beautiful women were suddenly around them.

But soon—

They relaxed and welcomed them warmly.

Nanashi decided to assign them rooms on the first floor.

But instead of choosing for them—

He let them pick their own.

The space was quite large.

Three separate rooms.

But in the end—

They chose to stay together.

At worst, we'll just squeeze in, they said.

They were already used to it.

Before leaving, Nanashi handed Tamayo and Kie a large sum of money.

"Use this to buy whatever you all need."

As for their legal identities in this world?

A simple command of Domination.

From this moment on—

This city officially recognized them as residents.

After settling everything, Nanashi prepared to head out to Yukino's house.

As he stepped outside, a familiar voice called out—

"Nanashi, what was all that noise this morning?"

It was Sayuri, stepping out of her home.

"Nothing much," Nanashi replied casually. "Just some new neighbors moving in."

"Huh?"

Sayuri blinked in confusion.

Not wanting to keep her guessing, Nanashi clarified, "I brought them back from another world. They're staying on the first floor."

"…"

Another world… also living here…

That means—

They're all yours, just like Kie and the others?

Sayuri forced a smile and cautiously asked, "Are they also your… contractors?"

Nanashi nodded.

"Yeah, seven of them."

"S-Seven?!"

Sayuri's brain short-circuited.

Kie's family, Kanae, Tamayo, Eriri… and now seven more?

That made twelve.

If she counted herself in…

Thirteen.

"C-Can you really handle all this?"

The words escaped before she could stop herself.

And the moment she realized what she had just said—

It was too late.

"…"

Nanashi raised an eyebrow.

"Sayuri, you can't just say I can't handle it. Even if I had ten more, it wouldn't be a problem!"

With primordial energy, his body and stamina were constantly restored.

Ten more?

A hundred more?

No problem at all!

"W-Well, never mind! Just go about your business! I'll stop by later to say hello!"

Sayuri blushed furiously and hurriedly shut the door.

But just before it fully closed—

She added, "Also… come see Eriri tonight. Have a proper talk with her."

Bang!

The door slammed shut.

Nanashi chuckled to himself.

"So, she's finally ready to talk, huh?"

With that thought in mind, he left for Yukino's house.

By the time he arrived—

Yukino had almost finished packing.

A car was already waiting outside.

All that was left was moving the luggage.

With Nanashi's help, the process was completed effortlessly.

Before leaving—

Yukino took one last look at her room.

Her gaze lingered.

"Feeling attached to the place?" Nanashi teased.

"No," she replied, shaking her head.

But then, in a quieter voice—

"It's just… the first time I've made such a big decision. I don't know if it's right or wrong."

Even she wasn't sure why she was feeling this way.

Nanashi shrugged.

"You chose to move forward. That's enough."

"It was the same with the Doomsday Game, wasn't it? At first, it was unfamiliar. But when the time came, you didn't hesitate to kill those aliens."

Yukino was silent for a moment.

Then—

"Yeah… everything is changing. And I have to stand by the choices I make."

Her eyes flickered with resolve, though her thoughts remained her own.

Nanashi didn't press further.

Comforting people wasn't really his thing.

He just said what he believed to be true.

In the end, it was up to them how they took it.

Especially someone like Yukino—

A person with a strong sense of purpose.

With that, she locked the door for the final time.

Then, together—

They got into the car and left.

Once they arrived—

Nanashi realized something.

The only rooms available for Yukino were on the first and third floors.

He hadn't thought about it before, but—

At this rate, they were running out of space.

"I might need to start looking for a new house soon."

But before that—

There was something more important to address.

Nanashi needed to explain to Yukino exactly what kind of place she was moving into.

Because—

Many of the people living here had already been exposed during the space battleship incident.

And Yukino already knew he could travel between worlds.

So—

It was time for full disclosure.

That included—

Eriri's current relationship with him.

"…"

As she listened—

Yukino's brain froze.

No—

Anyone's brain would probably freeze after hearing all this.

But to her credit—

She remained composed.

After a moment, she let out a deep breath and made her decision.

She chose a room on the third floor.

After helping her move her belongings inside—

She looked at him and simply said,

"I want to be alone for a bit."

Nanashi wasn't sure if that was his cue to leave or not.

But in the end—

He did.

Sayuri and the others had gone shopping with Kie to help the seven members of Night Raid settle in.

Since they had just arrived, they needed time to adjust to their new environment.

They didn't return until evening.

Aside from Sayuri, everyone was highly capable, so things went smoothly without any delays.

As the sky darkened, Nanashi noticed that Yukino was still in her room.

She hadn't come out once.

Most likely—

She was still processing everything after their conversation earlier.

"Such a shame. My maid isn't reporting for duty right away."

Still—

He had promised to check in on Eriri tonight.

And so, he went.

Ding-dong!

A moment later—

Click.

The door opened, revealing Eriri in a green sports tracksuit and wearing glasses.

She blinked at Nanashi, then pouted awkwardly.

"Why are you here?"

Nanashi smirked.

"Didn't you ask me to come?"

Eriri's face flushed red.

"I… I get it! Just come inside!"

She grabbed his wrist and pulled him in.

Inside Eriri's Room

It was a typical cute girl's room—

Except for the paints, sketches, and draft papers scattered everywhere.

Of course—

This was because of her identity as Kashiwagi Eri, the popular illustrator.

And judging by her glasses, she had probably been working on a draft before he arrived.

Nanashi sat down on Eriri's bed as she went to make tea.

His gaze wandered—

Eventually landing on one of her unfinished manuscripts.

Curious, he picked it up.

"Here's your tea—"

Eriri returned—

Only to freeze as she saw Nanashi staring at her in silence.

Her ears turned red.

"W-What is it?"

Nanashi studied her for a long moment before finally speaking.

"Eriri, your art has improved."

"—HEY!!!"

Her entire face exploded in red.

"Y-You looked at my manuscript?!"

Eriri's heart pounded in panic.

Because the draft she had drawn—

Was based on herself, her mother, and Nanashi.

She hadn't planned to publish it.

It was something just for her.

But now—

Nanashi had seen everything.

The characters were unmistakable.

And worse—

It wasn't just a normal illustration.

The content was…

Completely immoral.

Ahem.

Nanashi coughed twice, deciding it was best not to dwell on it.

"Eriri, let's talk about something serious."

Eriri—

Still burning with embarrassment—

Could only nod.

"You already know about Kie and the others, right?"

"…Yeah."

Eriri responded softly.

Nanashi looked at her seriously.

"I want to hear your thoughts."

"I'll respect whatever choice you make."

He wasn't going to force her into anything.

This had to be her decision.

For a moment, Eriri said nothing.

Then—

She took off her glasses.

And slowly—

Walked toward him.

Until she sat directly on his lap.

Her soft, trembling voice asked—

"Nanashi… will you love me forever?"

Her watery eyes stared directly into his.

Even after accepting everything, she still felt uncertain.

She needed to hear it from him.

She wanted a promise.

Nanashi pushed aside all distractions.

Right now—

His heart and mind were filled with Eriri.

Memories.

Moments.

All the time they had spent together.

"I will always love you, Eriri."

His voice was genuine.

And then—

He did something more than words.

Nanashi transmitted his true feelings and thoughts directly into her mind.

Every single emotion.

Every single memory.

Everything he felt for her—

He let her see it all.

"…"

Eriri froze.

She could feel it.

Nanashi's thoughts, emotions, and fantasies.

Tears welled in her eyes—

Tears of relief.

And then—

She laughed.

"Hah! I knew it! I knew you, you bastard, could never leave this Princess Eriri!"

Nanashi smirked.

"Of course not. A knight without a princess isn't really a knight."

"Eriri will always be my princess."

Her voice was gentle as she whispered back—

"And you will always be my knight."

Their hearts collided—

A deep understanding between two souls.

And no amount of sportswear could stop the love that surged between them.

"Ahhh, I'm exhausted!"

Sayuri pushed open the door and immediately collapsed onto the couch.

She had spent all day helping the Night Raid settle in.

She was completely drained.

That, and—

She was still processing everything she had learned.

Nanashi's new housemates were all killers.

Not that she had any prejudice against them.

After hearing their stories, she understood.

The people Nanashi brought back—

They were either tragic souls or good-hearted warriors.

Sayuri smiled to herself.

Nanashi wasn't just some world-saving hero.

He was also a kind person.

Each of the seven had unique personalities—

Hill was naturally gentle and incredibly likable.Chelsea was lively and cheerful—easy to talk to.Najenda was mature and composed, giving off a strong sense of security.Leone was open and straightforward, always speaking her mind.Akame and Kurome were adorable, food-loving sisters who had even impressed Sayuri with their appetite.And Mine… well, she reminded her exactly of her daughter.

"Ah, Nanashi, you sinful man."

Sayuri sighed dramatically, shaking her head.

There were so many good girls around him.

She just hoped he wouldn't let any of them down.

"Oh, right—has Eri eaten yet?"

Sayuri called out.

Silence.

No response.

Frowning, she dragged herself toward Eriri's room.

Then—

She froze.

Inside, she heard—

Rustling.

Heavy breathing.

It was Nanashi and Eriri.

Sayuri's face flushed red.

She wanted to leave—

But for some reason, her feet wouldn't move.

And then—

Perhaps out of exhaustion—

She simply slid down against the door and sat there.

Her eyes drifted down to her own body.

She was wearing a long skirt.

Her fingers lightly brushed the fabric.

"Mmm…"