"200,000 AP has been deducted."
"Sung Yujin currently has 227,630 AP."
"Payment confirmed. This gauntlet is now yours."
Ropu handed me the Subduing Demon Gauntlet.
Subduing Demon Gauntlet
A gauntlet possessing Anti-Magic.
Rank: C
Anti-Magic refers to the power to resist evil and demons. Notably, it has no effect on the user themselves. While similar to divine power, it operates under a distinct principle.
"Then, I'll be going now."
I immediately turned to leave the Special Shop. My sole purpose here was to acquire this Anti-Magic.
This gauntlet was a weapon I would use while operating as the Heavenly Demon, not as Sung Yujin.
When I assumed the identity of the Heavenly Demon, I had no intention of wielding a sword. Using one might reveal my true nature to anyone familiar with swordsmanship.
"Hold on a moment. I know you have over 200,000 AP remaining."
"You checked my balance?"
"I didn't check it intentionally. It's automatically revealed during transactions."
I frowned. I knew this, but it still made me uneasy.
"...What's the matter? I only have 200,000 AP. I can't afford anything expensive, and the cheaper items don't interest me."
"Do you like gacha? Gacha games?"
"Gacha?"
I remembered reading in the setting guide that some Special Shops offered random draws.
"Judging by your expression, you seem interested. Our shop has Platinum Random Boxes. Each activation costs 100,000 AP. With luck, you could obtain items worth up to 10 million AP. What do you say? Want to give it a try?"
I was drawn in.
Who am I? I'm the one who pulled the cheat skill "Complete Recovery" from the Pleasure World App's gacha.
And to top it off, my Luck stat in this world is quite high.
Confidence in pulling a jackpot swelled within me.
"...100,000 AP for one draw?"
"That's right. Just one. You can get another draw for 1 million AP, but... you only have 200,000 AP, don't you?"
"...Hmm. Still, 100,000 AP for a single draw is too expensive."
The King of the Demonic Heavens is showing interest.
The Lord of the Heavens urges you on.
"Think of it this way: if a single draw costs 100,000 AP, that means the items you can get are absolutely incredible."
After deep contemplation, I made my decision.
"Alright. I'll draw just once for now!"
I could always gather more AP later, but this might be my last chance to draw. There was no guarantee I'd ever get another opportunity to visit Ropu's Special Shop. In fact, it never appeared again in the original story.
I extended my hand to him.
"Hmm. 100,000 AP. Payment confirmed."
"Where's the box...?"
I couldn't finish my sentence as a window popped up before my eyes:
You have one chance to open a Platinum Random Box.
No one knows what's inside a Platinum Random Box. Do you wish to open it?
The notification window displayed a platinum-colored box shimmering brightly.
The System wouldn't scam me, right? I can trust the System.
I declared solemnly, "Open it!"
The box burst open in a dazzling display of light.
Empty! The box contains nothing.
"What the fuck?"
The King of the Demonic Heavens covered his mouth.
The Lord of the Heavens snorts.
The Golden Collector sneers.
The Fallen Star bursts into laughter.
"Too bad."
"You didn't say there was a chance of getting nothing!"
"You didn't ask, did you?"
"Aish..."
His clenched fist trembled violently. It might have been his imagination, but Ropu's voice seemed laced with amusement. If he could just land one punch on that smug face, he'd die happy.
"Don't be too disappointed. You still have one more chance, don't you?"
"...What if I get nothing again?"
Having experienced it once, his mind had grown cold and clear.
Right. Instead of gambling on slim chances, I should save up AP and buy something truly worthwhile.
Huff. Huff. Huff...
My breath came in ragged gasps. I desperately wanted to leave this place, but I found myself staring fixedly at the System notification window.
"You look like you're in danger. You must really love gacha games, huh?" Ropu took a step back from me.
"I... I do enjoy pulling and inserting things."
"And you probably like cumming too, right?"
"You see right through me."
"Just go for it. Life is like that good things come with bad, and bad things come with good. Since you got a dud this time, you're bound to hit the jackpot next time, right?"
Nod, nod, nod, nod.
I nodded my head rapidly. Ropu's words were spot-on.
"Exactly! The dud was just a way to ward off bad luck. I'm incredibly lucky, so this dud is definitely the momentum I need for a jackpot!"
"Everything you've said is spot-on. So, are you in?"
"I'm in!"
I paid him 100,000 AP.
You have one chance to open a Platinum Random Box.
No one knows what's inside a Platinum Random Box. Do you wish to open it?
"God, Buddha, Allah...! Please!"
The Lord of the Heavens is displeased.
The King of the Demonic Heavens is displeased.
The Fallen Star is displeased.
I ignored the opinions of the Divine Thrones. They weren't important right now.
I started doing a dance I'd once seen on the internet.
"...Why are you suddenly dancing?"
"Don't you know? It's a dance to increase luck."
"Oh, is that so?"
After dancing three times, I shouted, "Open!"
The box burst open with a dazzling light.
Acquired Aegis Amulet.
A hexagonal blue amulet materialized in mid-air. I snatched it out of the air and examined it closely. At first glance, it seemed to fit perfectly in my hand.
Aegis Amulet
An amulet imbued with the power of Aegis.
Blocks three dangerous attacks.
Remaining uses: 3/3
Rank: S
"This is..."
An Aegis Amulet? An item not listed in the game's lore.
"Ooh! An Aegis Amulet! So the dance you did really does increase luck? Amazing!"
Ropu spoke excitedly, clearly convinced it was a valuable item.
Well, it's S-Rank, so it can't be anything less than exceptional.
The Lord of the Heavens narrows his eyes.
The King of the Demonic Heavens clicks his tongue.
The Golden Collector licks his lips.
The Fallen Star despairs.
Wait! Even if the others are like that, shouldn't the Lord of the Heavens and the King of the Demonic Heavens be happy for me, since I'm their contractor?!
Why do these bastards want me to fail?
As I seethed inwardly, Ropu asked me, "The value of an Aegis Amulet varies by rank, right? What rank is it?"
"S-Rank," I replied.
"S-Rank! You've really hit the jackpot. If you sell me that Aegis Amulet, I'll give you 1 million AP. Sell it to me, then use the AP to open 11 more Platinum Random Boxes and get another Aegis Amulet, right?"
"..."
I was tempted.
But Ropu seemed determined to fleece me. The Aegis Amulet was likely worth well over 1 million AP.
"No thanks. I think my luck has run out for today."
Recognizing my resolve, Ropu sighed.
"I see."
"But how effective is this amulet? It says it can block attacks, but..."
Ranks can't be trusted.
Rank is determined by calculating various factors, including regression count, power, and more.
A low rank doesn't necessarily mean low power. Some A-Rank items are weaker than C-Rank ones.
"It's hard to say for special powers due to their vast differences, but for physical attacks, it could probably withstand an attack capable of destroying an entire village."
"Wow, that's incredible."
"Indeed. It's an extraordinary item. You're incredibly lucky to have obtained it."
I stared at the Aegis Amulet with renewed interest.
A thought suddenly flashed through my mind: If I used this, could I conquer this Territory and establish my dominance over it?
...I can't be certain things will go as planned.
Still, the dilemma remained. Dominating a territory meant a steady stream of AP.
"I'll be going now."
"I can't promise we'll meet again. This world is vast, after all."
"Yes. Take care."
"You too. Safe travels."
Leaving the Special Shop, I found myself back in the alleyway.
I addressed the empty air.
"Divine Thrones, I've nearly exhausted my AP this time and I'm a bit strapped for resources. Could you perhaps offer some support?"
The King of the Demonic Heavens has donated 1,000 AP.
"Are you planning to conquer this territory?"
A mere 1,000 AP... I was going to use polite language, but never mind. King of the Demonic Heavens, you've missed your chance.
"No. I have other matters to attend to."
The King of the Demonic Heavens tilts his head in confusion.
The Lord of the Heavens has donated 1,000 AP.
"Heh heh. I know what you're up to."
When the Lord of the Heavens came to this village, he probably had the same thoughts as me.
It's a bit annoying, but there's nothing I can do about it. It's just a man's instinct.
I spoke to the old man who had spoken up when I first arrived.
It wasn't a particularly special or grand conversation.
I provided food, clothing, and daily necessities to help the village. Afterward, I asked him to pass along that I was looking for willing company for the night, but only if an adult chose to come of her own accord.
This village was small and lacked many resources. They seemed to survive by hunting in the mountains or farming small nearby fields, but it wasn't enough to live without worry.
When a major crisis strikes the village or the crops fail, a grave danger looms. Preparing for such emergencies is the Village Chief's greatest concern.
The Chief was so overjoyed when I provided food and supplies that he wept tears of gratitude, and he assured me he would leave that choice entirely to the woman herself.
I sat on the bed in the small guest room of the Chief's house, waiting for someone.
Creak.
The wooden door opened, and a woman entered. She had long, black hair pinned up with a hairpin, and her skin was as pale as snow. She wore a flowing white robe that was clearly of high quality.
She was the woman who had stood out among the crowd when I first arrived at Sunset Village.
She closed the door and stood there, glancing nervously at me. Her trembling pupils betrayed her anxiety.
I admired her figure. Her eyes tilted slightly downward at the corners, her nose was perfectly straight, and her lips were a beautiful shade. There wasn't a single flaw on her face. Her breasts were about a C-cup, but their shape was exquisite, and the curve between her waist and hips was a work of art.
I nodded in satisfaction as I gazed at her.
The Lord of the Heavens nods with a pleased expression.
It seemed the Lord of the Heavens shared my sentiments.
I addressed her, who was still tense.
"If you're still willing, take your clothes off. You can stop whenever you want. Right?"
"Y-yes... I came because I wanted to."
Swish. Swish. After a steadying breath, she began to undress, still nervous but no longer on the verge of tears.
"What's your name?"
"Sogi... I'm called Sogi."
It was an odd name, but I shrugged it off. After all, this world wasn't reality.
She started to remove her panties or rather, her inner garments. Her pale legs were captivating.
Once naked, her breasts sagged slightly, the nipples pink. Thick black hair covered her pubic area.
I stripped too, becoming completely nude. My member was already throbbing at its limit.
Sogi stared at my erection in shock.
"Bigger than your husband's, right?"
"It's... too big. I don't think it'll fit inside me..."
"Don't worry, it'll be fine. But you haven't been with the Village Chief, have you?"
"My relationship with your father isn't like that. I came here because I chose to."
She was the wife of the Village Chief's son, his daughter-in-law.
"Does your husband know?"
"No, he doesn't. Please, don't tell him..."
"Just to be sure, no one forced you to come here, right? If you don't want this, we stop."
That answer mattered. If she wasn't here by her own will, there would be no point in continuing.
"...No one forced me. I was nervous, but I came because I wanted this too."
Not a sacrifice for the village, but an adult making her own choice.
"Then come here only if you want to. I'll show you heaven instead."
I grinned and beckoned her closer. She took a slow breath, then stepped toward me of her own accord.
As I stroked her pink, hidden vulva beneath the prickly pubic hair, I thought:
She'd be perfect for a doggy-style fuck...
Lord of the Heavens has donated 1,000 AP.
"Doggy-style."
...Damn it. That bastard had the same idea.
Those three hours had been bliss.
I dressed and prepared to leave.
She lay on the bed, eyes closed, breathing heavily. My cum bubbled and oozed from her vulva.
Click, click.
I'd recorded a video, but I couldn't skip the commemorative photo.
Lord of the Heavens has donated 14,000 AP.
Fourteen times.
That's how many times I'd come inside her.