48 The System’s Return (1/2)
The surge of demonic energy that soon filled the room caused Wolfgang's eyes to widen with fright.
”The Divine Lords preserve us. You are a demon spawn!”
As soon as he grasped that reality, Wolfgang summoned his energy battle-ax, but before he could hurl it at Konrad's neck, the demonic glyphs dived into his body and finalized the contract.
”Kneel.”
*Thud*
A force beyond his ability to resist burst from within Wolfgang and forced him onto his knees. He dropped his battle-ax which soon vanished in light particles.
”What sorcery is this? Vile creature, what have you done to me?!”
He roared with bloodshot eyes and soaring hatred.
Deceived! He had been deceived and led the world's most atrocious creatures into his house!
Like Iliana feared, there was no way Wolfgang could accept a demon within his household. Before asking anything, he would first try to execute them. Unfortunately for him, he no longer possessed the ability to contend with Konrad.
”No need for such an outburst. You signed a contract to obtain the means to please your woman. Means I shall grant you.”
Konrad extended his index toward the kneeling Wolfgang and fired a purple beam that dived into his body and surrounded his crotch with violet mist. Soon, glittering demonic glyphs appeared on the count's little brother.
”What's…this?”
While it wasn't detectable from the outside, Wolfgang clearly felt the strand of demonic energy swirling within his groins. Odd changes were occurring within his cock, and even his libido was being heightened.
”My end of the bargain. I can't speak for your oral skills, but at least I can guarantee that you can pleasure your consort, or any woman really, with your rod. Happy?”
What he had yet to mention was that although Wolfgang now had the means, he would never get the opportunity to use his new tool on Zamira in a lifetime.
Meanwhile, Wolfgang felt no delight and only now did the realization of what had occurred settle within his mind.
”You…made me sign a demonic contract? That was an actual…demonic contract?”
”Finally catching on. Yes, indeed. From now on, and until your dying breath, you are a servant of Konrad and his household. Congratulations.
But don't worry, I won't make things too difficult for you.”
Konrad rose from his seat and cracked his knuckles while flashing a wolfish grin.
”Wait…why are you looking at me like that?”
”Did you have fun pummeling me? Was it sweet? Did it satisfy your vanity?”
Konrad's words caused Wolfgang to realize that retribution for his earlier actions was approaching at breakneck speed.
”Don't…step closer!”
”Oh, I'm stepping closer. I'm going to beat the living shit out of you! Damn fucker, it is always I who bullies people. When was it your turn to bully me?”
His right fist flew straight into Wolfgang's face.
*BAM* BAM* BAM* *BAM*
A ferocious punching session began, a session Konrad used to vent all his accumulated frustration, Wolfgang style.
”Boss, I apologize, mighty boss, please stop punching me!”
For the first time in his life, Wolfgang had been beaten black and blue, losing all the dignity of an Uradel count.
Satisfied, Konrad returned to his seat.
”Hum, hum. I hope you can understand the situation for what it is. You no longer have any means to challenge me. Your life and soul are within my hands, and I could reprogram you if I wished to. But this doesn't have to be a sour relationship. As Iliana's father, I will certainly not mistreat you. In the future, I can even improve the terms of your contract.
Also, don't be swindled by the Celestial Church's brainwashing. I may be a demon, but I bring only joy wherever I go. Granted it's only meant for women...but huh…in a nutshell, I'm a good guy, and you will bring no harm to the common people by serving me wholeheartedly.”
”Bullshit! You are clearly a terrible wolf in sheep clothing! Why did the Divine Lords allow me to get swindled by you?”
Wolfgang inwardly cursed, not knowing that his thoughts were also within Konrad's grasp.
”I can read your mind.”
”W-what?”
A servant's sole comfort was the ability to curse his master within the shadows of his mind. Couldn't he even obtain that privilege?
”Fret, not. I can allow you to curse me once a week and in your sleep. But otherwise, it's forbidden.”
Surely, a show of generosity was necessary?
”Huh?”
Wolfgang couldn't believe his ears. Was he truly being given a cursing quota?
”Hum…thank you. I suppose?”
”Thank you? Didn't you forget something?”
”Oh…apologies. Thank you…boss.”
Wolfgang struggled to say through his teeth.
”Congratulations Count Wolfgang, you have officially joined the mob.”
Konrad chortled, causing Wolfgang to collapse in shame.
”Wait, wait. You can't faint yet. Now that we've established the nature of our new relationship, there are some things you must become aware of, and some plans we have to set into motion.”
*Clap* *Clap* *Clap*