Atelier Tanaka

Book 6: Chapter 1 (5)

Lolita and Bitch

Which is why I cant see it happening. Im sorry if that disappoints you or if Ive wasted your time.

I see. And what do you have to say about this? 

Richards eyes shifted to somewhere just over my shoulder.

Who is he talking to? That question clearly wasnt directed at me as Im still seated and hes looking at someone behind the sofa. Naturally, my eyes were drawn to the back of the room. Goggoru-chan also turned around to see who it could be. 

In a dark corner of the room, emerged the figure of a young woman. As she came closer to us and the lights, I was able to see that it was Sophie-chan. 

Did she come in without me noticing or has she been here the entire time? 

She remained some distance away from us but her eyes remained locked on mine. 

She began speaking in a quieter tone than normal.

Baron Tanaka, please, will you marry me.

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Richard is good at getting things to go his way.

And were in his home. It would make sense that any negotiations that happen here give him home field advantage.

Last time I was here, I won.

This time, however Ive been completely defeated.

Thats not to say that he tricked me or did anything underhanded. Im sure he has a very simple policy when it comes to negotiating or any decisions he needs to make. He will do anything in his power to start from an advantageous position and common sense no longer applies.

Which is why Sophie-chan is completely naked.

Illustration that should go here but WordPress is absolute garbage on mobile. Oh, and NSFW

Richard-san, what is this?

Tanaka-san, youre interested in younger girls, correct? 

This wasnt an accusation nor was there a hint of malice in the question.

He showed me a broad smile and spoke in a more jovial manner.

It was similar to something he had said to Allen before.

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Its also similar to the noble mage and his obsession with the loligon.

Maybe its common amongst the nobility. Or maybe the joy in his voice is coming from the idea that his daughter will be safe from this busamen. 

Whatever the reason, he made no mention of Sophie-chan or her eye-catching appearance. The display she was putting on was meant to be the last straw before I finally broke. Richard knew that he didnt need to mention it for me to already be past the point of simple temptation.

Did you consider the risks, Richard-san?

What do you mean? 

Despite how you may feel, we arent close and neither of us knows much about the other. What if theres something Ive been hiding?

His smile didnt falter as I asked this.

I considered that and determined that this way would result in the best possible outcome. Was I wrong? 

not necessarily. 

Sophie-chan still had her eyes locked on mine. I could tell by the desperation in her gaze that if I were to refuse or use my fireball in this situation, shed have nowhere left to go. The idol bitch will no longer be accepted by her family or the FitzClarence faction. I dont know how many daughters Count Bitch has, but based on the little I know about him, sacrificing his third daughter would be a simple decision.

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What do you say, Baron Tanaka?

With those words, Richard put the last nail in my coffin.

I wish I had just ran away last night and not remained so optimistic. 

Oh, so Sophie-chan has darker lips.

Thank you, Richard-san.

Does that mean you accept?

I will, but the marriage itself will have to wait.

why is that? 

For the first time tonight, I caught him off guard.

I think Richard has misjudged who I am. The man facing him is a lifelong virgin that would face countless perils and risk his own life in order to find an untouched hymen. Each day of my life is spent in pursuit of this holy grail. I wont give up on that dream so easily.

I know this may come as a surprise, but Ive never had sex. Therefore, Ive already decided that my first partner shall be a virgin, a girl that has never had sex. If Sophie-chan qualifies for this role, I will accept her as my wife.

Ive played my hand.

It may be the strongest hand I could play in this situation. 

My darkest secret has been revealed and I feel like crying.

Edita Sensei, I want to cry.

Maybe she has some virgin elf friends.

An elf virgin that is the same age as me.

i-is that so? I see.

Richard actually seemed surprised.

That kind of makes me happy. But why does everything always end up with me in this same situation? The battle against the loligon, everything that happened during the conflict, and Goggoru-chan; all of it has involved the stares of people causing me physical pain or a deep pain in my chest that seems impossible to heal.

My heart is in so much pain right now; even more so than when Goggoru-chan immediately rejects my advances.

Proving that is a simple matter.

Eh.

Cyan-san, show him that you are still a virgin.

Richard is clearly convinced that Sophie-chan is a virgin. 

But, come on, anyone thats at least somewhat familiar with her has to know that shes a complete slut.

Theres no chance she still has a hymen. If she had somehow protected it until now, I wouldnt have an issue. Id have accepted and immediately went to see Count Bitch to arrange the wedding with my soon to be father-in-law.

Duke FitzClarence, Im sorry.

What are you apologizing for? 

Im not pureIm not a virgin.

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Richards face went rigid after hearing Sophie-chans declaration. 

His lip even started to twitch. 

And his narrow eyes, which are his most dominant trait, began to open slightly. For Richard, this was about as wide-eyed as he can get.

You can see for yourself if youd like.

Sophie-chan spread her lips apart with her fingers.

Sophie-chan proposed a challenge to the Duke who was left with no choice but to answer. Duke FitzClarence picked up a small bell at his side and gently rang it. In response, a group of maids entered the room from a side door. They received instructions from Richard and began inspecting Sophie-chan.

Theyre really going to do it.

Now that I think about it, I dont know how to check for an intact hymen.

I would like to experience this inspection first-hand some day.

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After a thorough inspection one of the maids walked over to Richard to report her findings.

Immediately after she finished speaking, Richards expression became distorted by both anger and disappointment. 

I dont know what she said, but Im sure he now believes shes not a virgin. 

Im sorry if I failed to meet your expectations. 

The idol bitch looked sincerely apologetic and bowed her head to convey this. The sight of a completely naked Sophie-chan bowing may be the most adorable thing Ive ever seen. Sophie-chans charms really shine when shes being humiliated. Id love to be able to see what she looks like from behind.

Nice job, Richard. Ill be sure to add this moment to the CG gallery in my mind. Not just one shot from this event, but two. Sophie-chan is so cute that I cant stop myself from loving her despite all that I know. What am I going to do? 

I understand. 

Richard gave her a reluctant nod.

I didnt come here expecting to talk about who is and who isnt a virgin.

I want to enjoy this moment for as long as possible, but I expect to be involved with Sophie-chan in the future and maintaining a good relationship comes first.