Chapter 9 - HERO SUMMONING

Okay then let's see what's behind the portal.

As they stepped through the portal, Scarlett and Aoto found themselves standing atop a massive tower that stretched upwards for six or seven floors. The unexpected location caused Aoto to voice his frustration humorously.

"Aaaa, what kind of shitty portal was that? How are we supposed to get down from here?" he complained, scanning their precarious position.

"Shut up! Look in front of you," Scarlett hissed, her tone sharp with amazement.

In front of them, the scene unfolded into a fantastical world where the air itself seemed alive with a palpable, crackling energy of magic. The landscape beyond the tower was breathtaking, a tapestry of vibrant colors and mystical structures that defied conventional physics. The sky shimmered with a spectrum of colors that suggested the presence of powerful magic at work.

The sheer altitude of their position on the tower gave them a panoramic view of a land that was both alien and awe-inspiring, filled with floating islands, arcane symbols glowing in the air, and creatures of myth flitting about in the ether.

"Is this a different world? It feels like we've stepped into a storybook," Aoto muttered, momentarily distracted from his initial annoyance by the wonder of their surroundings.

Here, anyone could harness its power, weaving spells that danced on the wind. Elves, with their graceful forms and elegant demeanor, moved among the trees, their presence adding an aura of mystique to the surroundings.

Humanoid wolves, with eyes gleaming like embers, trotted through the underbrush, their movements fluid and untamed. Dwarves, stout and sturdy, tinkered with intricate machinery, their creations blending seamlessly with the natural landscape.

The beauty of this world was like none they had ever seen. Enchanted forests stretched as far as the eye could see, their canopies alive with vibrant colors and shimmering lights.

Streams of iridescent water wound through the land, their gentle murmurs echoing in the stillness of the air.

Towering mountains pierced the sky, their peaks crowned with glistening snow that sparkled under the embrace of the moonlight.

"Look up asta there are two moons in the sky." excited and impressed look on his face like he was a 10year old child.

"This really is a fantasy world."

"This really is a fantasy world," Scarlett remarked, marveling at the sights around them.

Aoto chuckled at Asta's observation. "That means we can make a harem, and there are probably many femboys like you in this world. Maybe even someone more feminine-looking than you. Hahaha."

Curiosity sparked in Scarlett's mind as she turned to Aoto with a question. "Hey, Aoto, one thing I always wanted to ask you. Are you gay?"

Aoto's response was swift and emphatic. "NO! Why ask?"

"Because you're always obsessed with femboys," Scarlett teased, prompting a defensive response from Aoto.

"Ahem, ahem, I am really not gay, but... if I see feminine hips, I am fucking it, whether it's a boy or a girl," Aoto admitted with a sheepish grin.

Suddenly, Aoto noticed something unexpected on Scarlett's face. "Ack... Asta, look at your face, a horn has grown on your head."

Scarlett was taken aback as she touched the horn protruding from his forehead. It was a vibrant blue color, about 30cm long on her vibrant blue eyes and her eyes also started glowing very brightly like a blue colour smoke was coming out.

"Wait, what?" Scarlett exclaimed in disbelief, feeling a strange sensation coursing through her body, akin to mana, the essence used to perform magic and spells.

Despite the surprise, Scarlett managed to regain control, suppressing her glowing blue eye and returning it to normal.

"Your eye got back to normal, but what about this horn?" Aoto inquired.

Scarlett shrugged dismissively. "Who cares? This is a fantasy world; I'm sure many people will have horns."

"Okay, if you say so, but how do we get down?" Aoto asked.

Scarlett grinned. "Sit on my back; let me give you a piggyback ride."

As they slowly descended from the tower, Scarlett and Aoto found themselves surrounded by a myriad of different species, with humans being the most prevalent among them. The beauty of this new world captivated their senses, leaving them lost in awe.

"Where are we?" Aoto questioned, his voice filled with uncertainty.

Scarlett shrugged in response. "How would I know? We haven't even thought about where we will live or where we will go after coming here."

Their attention was soon drawn to the abundance of males in the area, prompting Scarlett's observation.

"Why are there so many males in this area?" She wondered aloud.

Before them lay a scene of anticipation and decadence, with a diverse array of prostitutes representing different species occupying the houses. The atmosphere was thick with desire and intrigue, illuminated by the glow of crimson lights that cast an alluring haze over the scene.

"It's the red-light district of the fantasy world," Aoto remarked, his tone tinged with fascination. "Let's go further and see from the front."

Unbeknownst to Aoto, Scarlett's reaction to the provocative setting was unexpected. As they ventured forward, Scarlett found herself experiencing a sensation she hadn't anticipated. Her legs trembled, and an unfamiliar excitement stirred within her as she beheld the almost naked prostitutes.

'What the... I'm getting excited by seeing those girls,' Scarlett admitted, surprised by her own reaction. "But that excitement is happening on some other body part below."

'Did I become a lesbian? Is this a good thing or a bad thing?' Scarlett pondered aloud.

'Well, I think it's a good thing,'her voice laced with amusement.

"Okay, Aoto, let's go," Scarlett declared, ready to continue their exploration of the unfamiliar territory.

But before they could take another step, a peculiar pattern began to form on the ground beneath them.

"Aaaackkk, what is this?" Asta exclaimed, alarmed by the sudden development. "This looks dangerous, come out of it quickly."

Despite Aoto's attempts to move, he found himself immobilized by the strange force. "Hey, Asta, how did you get out of it? My feet aren't moving."

"What? Let me help you," Scarlett replied, reaching out to assist his friend.

However, before they could escape the mysterious pattern, they were enveloped by a spell and abruptly transported to another location out of thin air.

PLACE: ROYAL PALACE OF DARWITZ

As they opened their eyes, the grandeur of the royal palace of Darwitz unfolded before them, and standing before them was a vision of ethereal beauty—a young saintess adorned in the sacred garments of her revered position.

Her eyes, pools of tranquility, held a serene depth, while her gentle smile radiated a warmth that could thaw the coldest of hearts.

'Huhh? A saintess costume-wearing girl, or is she a real saintess?'her gaze shifting between the girl's serene expression and her impressive bosom. 'Wohhh, look at her boobs, freaking huge. Now, what will she say? 'Welcome, hero, we have summoned you to save this kingdom from the demon lord'?

Aoto, meanwhile, contemplated the situation, acknowledging the delicacy of the moment.

"Welcome, hero-sama," he began, addressing the saintess respectfully. "I am Clare Anastasia, and I summoned you so that you can defeat the demon lord and save this world."

'Tsk tsk, she really said that. All fantasy worlds have this kind of system,' she teased, her attention still fixated on the saintess's figure. 'But we heroes? Are you sure? We are more like demons. What answer will Aoto give?'

But Scarlett didn't know that aoto switched to his fantasy hero type mode.

Aoto, determined to maintain decorum, replied with assurance, "Of course, my lady. I will defeat the demon lord and save this world."

However, Scarlett couldn't resist a sly remark. 'You idiot... When a girl asks you for something lovingly, you just say yes to it without thinking. At least look at her face while talking; you've been staring at her big boobs from the start. Her eyes are closed, but that doesn't mean you can look anywhere.'

As the saintess slowly opened her eyes, her expression shifted from serenity to terror as she laid eyes on Scarlett

"Aaaaackkkkk! Guards, hurry up! Guards, there's a demon here!" she screamed, her voice trembling with fear.

In an instant, a barrage of guards stormed into the room, their weapons poised and aimed at Scarlett

'What... why me? What did I do?'Scarlett exclaimed, bewildered by the sudden turn of events.

"Get away from her, hero-sama! Look at her horns, around 30cm long. She must be a high-ranking succubus or even the succubus queen," one of the guards shouted, his voice filled with urgency.

Desclaimer:In this world a demon with one horn is considered as tamed and a slave of someone and in females, 90% time a high ranking succubus or succubus queen have horn as big as asta.

Normally female demons have no horns or around 10 to 15cm long horns.

"She may be tamed, but we don't know who her master is. She could be dangerous," another guard added, his grip tightening on his weapon.

Scarlett's mind raced with anger and confusion. 'Slave? I am not someone's slave. Should I kill everyone...?'

Then Aoto suddenly interjected, "Don't worry, she's my slave."

Asta's sharp voice pierced the air, barely a whisper, "Hey! Who is your slave?" Scarlett's frustration was palpable.

"Shut up! I don't think you can make it out alive if I don't say you're my slave," Aoto hissed back quietly, his voice tinged with annoyance but also concern for their precarious situation.

"Hell nah... All you want is to start a harem in this world," Scarlett retorted sharply, her voice low but fierce.

"So what? Who knows, if I create my own harem, maybe you'll find a girl among them who loves you," Aoto shot back, his words laced with a teasing edge as he tried to lighten the mood.

Clearing her throat, Scarlett turned her attention back to the guards with a forced smile. "Yea-yeah, I am his slave. There's no need to panic. I am friendly with humans," she declared, her voice a mixture of feigned humility and a hint of sarcasm, hoping her words would defuse the tension and avoid further scrutiny.

"Everyone, put down your weapons," the saintess commanded, her voice trembling slightly with residual fear. "So, what... what are you? A high-ranking succubus?"

Scarlett pondered her question for a moment, a mix of confusion and contemplation clouding her expression. 'Hmm, now that I think about it, what am I? Human? Demon? Dragon?'she mused inwardly, unsure of her true identity and nature.

As the tension in the room began to ease, Scarlett decided to go along with the assumption. "Yeah, I am a succubus from a royal family," she announced confidently, hoping to maintain the facade and avoid any further complications.

The guards and the saintess seemed to accept her explanation, their expressions shifting from suspicion to deference. "Oh, that explains it then," the saintess remarked, a note of relief evident in her voice. "And taming a royal succubus, as expected of hero-sama."

Scarlett gritted his teeth at the praise, feeling a surge of irritation at the undeserved accolades. 'Shit! Why is he getting praised,'she muttered under his breath, his frustration bubbling just beneath the surface.

But despite his annoyance, Aoto managed to maintain his composure, offering a modest response to the saintess's praise. "Hahaha, there's no need for so much praise. This is nothing," he deflected, hoping to downplay his role in the situation.

As the tension continued to dissipate, the saintess turned her attention to Asta and Aoto. "Now, now, hero-sama and succubus-sama, look at your status window and tell me the results," she instructed, prompting Asta to access his status window and reveal his true abilities and attributes.

[Status window]

aoto Takahashi.