Atelier Tanaka

Book 6: Chapter 1 (7)

Lolita and Bitch

Richard guided us to a large banquet hall. It was a spacious room of several hundred square meters in size. It had a high ceiling that was reminiscent of a high school gymnasium. 

The hall was decorated and had several tables of food lined up along the walls. Many nobles were already gathered in the room before we arrived. It was a scene not all that different from the faction party Ester-chan had brought me to previously.

It was in this hall that I was introduced to many of the faction members in rapid succession.

Concerning the chocololi, Richard decided it would be a bad first impression to have her by my side looking as she does. Richard quickly arranged for her to be dressed up and receive makeup to hide her Goggoru characteristics.

She wore clothes that covered her tail and makeup that lightened her skin tone. Her hair was pinned up and her tail was wrapped around her waist like a belt beneath her dress. Calling her the chocololi would now be entirely incorrect as the makeup they had used turned her completely white and would make Hollywood jealous. Maybe white chocololi would work.

Thanks to this impressive disguise, nobody could tell she was a Goggoru.

The white chocololis role at the event was to eat as much food as she wanted from the nearby tables while drinking in as much knowledge as possible from the gathered nobles.

It was hard for me to part from Goggoru-chan, but I understood that it was necessary for my future life as a nobleman. It was as I was thinking about this that I realized how strange it was that I felt this way. We had only known each other for a few days, yet I liked having her by my side and I was beginning to enjoy having her read my thoughts.

Its almost like an addiction.

This busamens job at the party was to meet with every noble present. This was the first time in my life that Ive experienced anything like this. 

It made me wonder how I wouldve lived in my previous life if I knew a world like this existed. Maybe theres a different version of me that put in an effort and experiences things like this everyday. Now that Ive reached this point, Ill continue to strive hard in order to achieve further success.

Youre Tanaka-san, yes? Im Earl OConnor. Ive heard youve been working closely with Richard-sama. 

Its a pleasure to meet you, Earl OConnor. Yes, Duke FitzClarence has helped me in many ways and I wish to do whatever I can to repay him. Im sure well have many opportunities to work closely together in the future. Im looking forward to it. 

However, my path to prosperity appeared far from easy. 

In front of me was a crowd of intimidating looking men.

And it was my job to greet them all. 

Its a pleasure to meet you, Tanaka-san, I am Viscount Northbrook.

Im Baron Tanaka. Its a pleasure working with you. 

And so many of them are ikemen.

Each one of their perfect faces causes me physical pain.

Cant I find an ugly nobleman that has a thing for young girls. Ive dreamt of meeting a noble like this that would invite me to a fun party someday. 

I want to have sex with his sex slave loli.

I want to meet a nobleman that has a sex slave loli.

You are Baron Tanaka, correct? You may call me Norman. 

Oh, I believe Ive heard the Marquis of Normans name mentioned by Duke FitzClarence many times before. Its a pleasure to finally meet you. I hope we get an opportunity to work together in the future.

I greeted dozens of different nobles without a single mention of sex slaves. How disappointing. Still, at least everyone was nice to me or, at least, appeared to be. Some of them may have been genuine, but Im sure most were putting up an act with Richard present.

My introduction to the main faction members went off without a hitch. 

Incidentally, Richard was currently speaking to Sophie-chans father while holding a glass. Richard was maintaining his normal smiling facade, Earl Bitch was sweating and looking nervous. 

It was strangely comical seeing beads of sweat running down his face and clinging to the nose of his unusually chiseled face. I hope hes regretting how he treated his daughter.

The hymen-less idol bitch in question was standing off on her own.

So, is it true that youre to marry Earl Bitchs daughter. 

The Viscount was the one to ask this. 

I think he noticed where I was looking.

Somehow word has gotten out about my proposed marriage to Sophie-chan. Richard certainly wasnt expecting everyone to know already as hes having a heated discussion with Earl Bitch. The revelation of Sophie-chan not having a hymen has sent both of them into a panic.

If I were an ordinary baron, I wouldnt have been so picky and thered be no issue. 

Sophie-chan certainly is cute. 

But she doesnt have a membrane.

Thats right. 

Id be lying if I said Im not jealous of you, Baron Tanaka. 

Yes, its an honor.

Due to the sudden transition from the drawing room to this hall, Im still unsure of whats happening with the marriage proposal. I cant outright deny the marriage rumours if Richard is still going to try to force it on me. If I were to do or say something inappropriate, I may end up embarrassing Richard or Earl Bitch.

Earl Bitchs daughter, Miss Cyan, is one of the most talented young women in the empire. I envy you, Baron Tanaka. My son is of marriage age right now and I know he would give up everything in order to marry her. Exactly, exactly, you couldnt be more right.

Her fame among the Order of the Magic Knights has grown considerably in recent times! I heard that during those troubles with the Princess, she went with Lord Fahrens party to defeat the dragon. Yes, I heard the same thing! I heard the same. Its all anyone is talking about in the castle. 

The nobles were relentless in their praise for Cyan-chan.

My stomach is starting to hurt.

I think the only way to survive this is if I get a deep, affectionate kiss from Goggoru-chan. However, shes currently on the other side of the room, struggling to get a piece of meat off a bone. She looks like shes enjoying herself. As I was looking at her, I felt a slight touch on my right hand.

!? 

A shock went through my body as I was caught so off guard. I quickly turned to see who it was and saw Sophie-chan standing next to me with her hand on mine.

Husband.

And shes calling me husband without any hesitation.

Cyan-sama? 

What is it, Husband? 

Her hymen free vagina has been revealed to both her father and her fathers boss. Her life as a noble daughter is over. Im sure shes desperate to find some way to get through this. I know she hates the idea of getting married, especially to someone like me, but shes playing it safe and making that obvious to me.

She is the biggest bitch, Sophie-chan. 

But shes still cute, so Ill forgive her.

Its similar to having a craving for fast food. You know its bad for you but you still desperately want it. This is the same for having sex with a complete bitch. Im sure Richard would happily provide me with any girl I want to have sex with. Freely impregnating them without a second thought. Id be living the life every middle-aged man dreams about.

However, this is similar to viewing the website of a soapland. Scrolling through the pages of their workers until you find one you like. All the while youre thinking to yourself, Wow, if I just pay enough, I can have sex with a girl like this. and as youre thinking this, that same girl is having sex with a random stranger before cleaning herself up to be presented to you.

Its amazing that a picture showing so little skin can be used as a fantastic piece of masturbation material.

Im going to be your wife. 

Yes, thats right. 

Despite her words, Sophie-chan has no real desire or intention to get married. I couldnt picture such a slutty idol bitch marrying a man she hates just because her parents told her to. Im sure shes trying to find a way out.

Which is why Im able to see this act for what it is. Im not going to go against it either. My obedience is being rewarded by the soft press of her modest breasts pressed against my arm. I can respect what shes doing.

But Im not going to lose.

Dont worry. I understand everything. 

Im indebted to the idol bitch in many ways. She was a member of the dragon extermination party, she provided me with a good show in the capital, and the incident involving Allen. I think I can do at least this much for her. Besides, shes cute and her hands are so soft.

A virgin like me is happy to hold the hand of a beautiful girl.

Ill be temporarily leaving the country soon, but we can hold the ceremony once Ive returned.

Eh? 

Itll only be for a few weeks then Ill return as quickly as I can.

Ester-chan was staring daggers into her before, but now shes been sent to her room by Papa. This gives me the opportunity to enjoy Sophie-chans hand as much as I want. Papas power is amazing.

Thinking about the dozens of meat sticks this very hand must have played with made me instinctively want to let go. I wonder if she has dried cum stuck under her fingernails. I mean, she was supposed to stay with me last night without returning home, so where did she sleep? Whatever. For now, Ill enjoy this rare skinship.

really, Husband? Im so happy to hear it. 

Sophie-chans actions didnt match her words. 

Shes digging her nails into the back of my hand. It hurts. How much must she hate the idea of marrying me?

I knew shed hate it but physically hurting me seems unnecessary. 

Several of the nobles reacted in different ways to her words. Some of them quietly left while others muttered something under their breath. They were probably the ones that wanted to marry Sophie-chan themselves. It would be a blessing if theyd do something to stop our marriage.

The rest of them seemed to react in smaller, yet still noticeable, ways.

The FitzClarence faction is rightfully regarded as the most powerful noble group. The number of nobles gathered here is close to three digits. With so many different people here, its impossible theyre all aiming for the same goal. The faction may be powerful but its hardly monolithic.

And this is exactly what we can use to our advantage.

I suspect that an opportunity will prevent itself to us within the next few days.

I know youre smart, so I hope you can understand quickly.

I whispered into her ear so only she could hear.

This will all be over in a month, okay? 

The other nobles distanced themselves from us.

I looked into her eyes to make sure she understood.

I-I get it. 

And she stopped digging her nails into me.

In a complete change of position, the idol bitch softly rubbed the spot she had been digging in to. It was such a refreshingly bitch thing to do. If she were a man, we could probably be good friends.

Having a woman dig her fingernails into me is more erotic than I thought.

Ill be looking forward to your return, Husband. 

The tone of her voice remained unchanged. 

Thank you for understanding, Cyan-sama. 

I cant wait for the day you return. 

Yes, Im looking forward to it. 

By the time I return from my business trip, the situation will have changed due to the actions of others. Ive already planted the seeds for this, and Im confident theyll sprout and grow on their own. Honestly, I expect Sophie-chan to take action on her own and that may be enough to take care of things altogether.

At that time, I hope things will turn out better for me.

I love you, Husband.

As do I. 

The bitch and virgin cheerfully continued chatting to appeal to the nobles gathered around us. Sophie-chan was hugging my arm tightly against her and, despite everything I know about her, her cuteness still was enough to get my sons attention.

In the bustling hall, a few small words of gratitude were delivered to me.

It was from the girl standing beside me, speaking in a quiet voice.

Thank you for saving me earlier even though you had to sacrifice your own pride.

Eh?

It was a pretty lame lie, but it was what Ive come to expect from you.

a lie? 

Ill return the favor.

Umm, what do you mean? 

I dont recall doing anything to save her or lying to her for that matter. And how would I have sacrificed my pride? I was about to ask this very question when those around us quickly blocked my chance.

I have to admit, Im jealous of you. Im the same. My son is also an admirer of hers. I expect him to come crying to me when I return home. My son as well. Speaking of the Magic Knight, she had the pleasure of fighting alongside Fahren-sama. The dragon extermination party, correct? 

Everyone around offered their smiles and congratulations to the new couple. I was assaulted by compliments from the left and right.

.

And it was all based around a lie.

Goggoru-chan is the only one that knows the truth.

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