Before Li Ke could even draw a breath to protest, an invisible, crushing weight seized his entire body. It wasn't just physical restraint; he could feel a foreign, invasive energy—sharp and cold—attempting to burrow deep into his very marrow.
His heart hammered against his ribs, but his muscles refused to twitch. Just as the invasive power began to take root, the air in the room suddenly turned heavy with a suffocating, crimson pressure.
"Are you really laying your hands on someone under my protection?"
The voice was calm, yet it carried the weight of an absolute command. Rias Gremory stepped forward, her Power of Destruction flickering around her like dying embers, effectively shattering Gardevoir's telekinetic hold.
Gardevoir stared at Rias in astonishment. The non-human aura emanating from Rias immediately made her think of many things.
"You're actually this human's Pokémon? So powerful, yet willing to be imprisoned and enslaved? As far as I know, your appearance is similar to mine, possessing an extremely high allure to humans. Do you enjoy that feeling, which is why you're willing to be driven by him? "
As she spoke, shock and regret flickered in her eyes, making Rias's forehead veins nearly bulge.
"Quite the opposite! We are equals. I am not his slave, because we are not from the same world. Don't use your logic to judge the relationships between people from other worlds. My relationship with him is one of contract and transaction, and he is also my benefactor. Besides, I am a devil, not some Pokémon!"
After explaining, Rias looked at Gardevoir seriously, and suddenly spread wings from her back, revealing her Pokémon... devil identity.
"Li Ke has no obligation to help us, and I hope you understand that. While I don't know how you live in your world, you'd better follow my rules in my presence."
The immense magical power constantly disturbed everything around her. At this moment, due to the nature of this world, Rias's true magical power far surpassed that of most high-class devil. Although still far from being a Satan-class, with the added advantage of this world, she was approaching that level. Even her brother would have to put in considerable effort to deal with her.
Therefore, Gardevoir when felt immense pressure, involuntarily taking a step back and nodding.
"I understand."
In the jungle, strength reigns supreme.
While her dislike of humans stemmed partly from the perceived weakness of human in Pokémon's world, facing the far more powerful Rias, she chose to submit to her rules.
After all, while the black hole she created was technically a 'black hole,' and its power output was still quite impressive, not all black holes can destroy planets, or even galaxies.
In some worlds, black holes are annihilated by a speck of dust even before they are born.
So, she turned to look at Li Ke.
"I don't want to get pregnant yet and give birth to a human-Gardevoir hybrid, so is there another way? I heard you humans can use your hands, and Rias just told me you can use your mouth."
Gardevoir looked at Li Ke.
"So can we get started faster? Also, since it's voluntary, can I use my Esper powers to assist? I don't really want to touch those dirty, weak human bodies with my hands."
'You weird Pokémon, don't pollute my childhood!'
'And where did you get this brat character setting from?!'
Li Ke looked at the arrogant Gardevoir and couldn't help but cover his face.
Honestly, he hadn't even convinced himself to do that kind of thing with a Pokémon, and this guy had already rambled on and on.
"I'm indifferent, provided you don't make me uneasy. I simply lack the habit of making physical contact with humanoid lifeforms like yourself."
Li Ke spoke with total sincerity. While Gardevoir was undeniably lovely, her proportions were a departure from the anime—possessing a raw, feminine appeal. Her legs, strikingly thin and defying human biology, combined with her effortless grace to create a powerful attraction.
But attraction was one thing; it didn't mean he was ready to ejaculate over every beautiful thing he saw!
He, Li Ke, also had his limits!
"Is that so?"
Gardevoir thought for a moment and looked at Rias.
"Can I use charm on him?"
Since Rias wasn't Li Ke's slave, then Li Ke must be Rias's slave, that's what she thought in her simple mind.
"..."
Rias looked at Gardevoir's body, which looked human-like but upon closer inspection was completely unlike a human, and after thinking for a moment, nodded.
"You'll have to ask him yourself, and you have to explain the aftereffects completely."
Rias looked at Li Ke.
"So, are you still going to help her? Even if you don't, no one would blame you. After all, this is hardly a normal situation. With me here, no one can force your hand. To ask for help after nothing but a barrage of questions... how utterly shameless."
Rias detested Gardevoir's self-righteousness and her tendency to resort to violence at a moment's notice, so she cut straight to the point.
Gardevoir's expression suddenly froze. Her adherence to the rule of "might makes right" had indeed offended many people. If Li Ke really didn't help her…
Then her attitude immediately softened, and she looked at Li Ke seriously.
"Do you need anything? I can help you hypnotize other humans and help you gain the favor of many beautiful female humans."
Upon hearing this, the girls standing around instantly looked at Gardevoir warily.
The reason they weren't looking at Li Ke was simple.
They trusted the polite Li Ke more than Gardevoir!
Li Ke painfully covered his face.
"Please don't say anything more. Don't completely ruin my image of Pokémon..."
His memories of Pokémon were still limited to Pikachu, so the thought of doing it with a Pokémon made him feel like he was going to do it with Pikachu itself.
It was a very uncomfortable feeling.
Misaka Mikoto nodded. She had initially thought Gardevoir was cute, but now it seemed like another one with a terrible personality, just like Misaki Shokuhou.
"But let's forget about using charm. I'll try."
"..."
Gardevoir felt a little strange, but seeing that Li Ke didn't object, she simply extended her hand.
"Then, let's begin."
In the next heartbeat, Li Ke felt his "Dark Dragon" become encased within an invisible hand.
This hand was incredibly gentle, molding itself perfectly to his body. It felt more seamless than any woman's touch—it was a physical impossibility. No human body, no matter how tight or well-formed, could achieve such a flawless fit.
It was a paradox of the senses. His eyes told him he was touching nothing but thin air, yet his nerves screamed that he was being enveloped by something impossibly soft and form-fitting.
Seeing his reaction, Gardevoir couldn't help but let a flicker of haughty satisfaction cross her face.
"If it's like this," she mused arrogantly, "I assume actual physical contact won't be necessary?"
The moment Gardevoir had used her power, the others immediately noticed something strange.
The reason was simple! Li Ke's pants moved!
And they moved without any contact!
This bizarre scene immediately made everyone understand what had happened.
Rias's expression turned funny, especially seeing Li Ke's odd expression; she even wanted to laugh.
Meanwhile, Misaka Mikoto, her face flushed, walked towards the steel hut. She didn't intend to watch any longer, but as she returned, she left a message:
"When you take her back, please call me."
She really wanted to know if Rias was telling the truth, so although she was shy, she still wanted to confirm.
Hermione, like her, returned to the steel hut.
After all, both the zombies outside and Li Ke's current situation made her very embarrassed; she knew what was going to happen next.
Her origin isn't some overly traditional place; England is quite open-minded, and Hermione's family isn't particularly conservative. Her father is a doctor, so it's perfectly normal for her to know some things.
Rin Tohsaka and Song Hana didn't seem to care, but they still returned to their room.
However, when Song Hana saw Li Ke's conflicted expression, she couldn't help but mutter a comment.
"Hmm, it really isn't easy for him."
But Rias didn't. She just stood there, arms crossed, watching Li Ke with amusement. Even when Li Ke knelt down from the constant friction of that invisible hand, she gave a teasing smile, squatted down beside him, and exposed her ample bosom to him.
"How does it feel?"
Li Ke didn't want to speak because the stimulation was too intense!
It wasn't just the outside; it was even stimulating inside!
Why does this Gardevoir have so much knowledge?!
Although it felt great, Li Ke couldn't help but complain.
"It feels like work...you know you have to do it, and there's a reward for doing it, but it's just so unpleasant..."
"Haha, that's the price of being a good person."
Rias chuckled, then shook her chest with a smile.
"Then I'll be merciful and allow you to look at me, since you'll be watching this even when you're training. But touching is out of the question. If you do, you'll have to become my servant."
She gently shook her chest, the dynamic light waves instantly make Li Ke excited. Combined with Gardevoir's psychic manipulation, Li Ke felt like he was about to reach his limit:
It wasn't just the external, invisible friction of a giant hand; there was even a tiny force pushing him outwards from within. Li Ke had never experienced anything like this before, but he felt like he had accidentally entered a vacuum.
The suction was intense—it was practically a vacuum pump!
But!
But!
There was no soul in it! Absolutely no soul at all!
This felt like a mere business transaction—cold, efficient work!
There was none of that heart-pounding excitement, none of that genuine joy; there was only the raw, physical sensation. And that was exactly why he was so annoyed!
Catching a whiff of Rias's lingering fragrance and seeing the playful smirk on her face, Li Ke directed his harshest condemnation at her current behavior.
"You're just taking advantage of the chaos, aren't you!?"
Rias only let out a soft, melodic giggle at his protest. She pressed a hand against her chest, causing her breasts to tremble once more in a provocative display of confidence.
"Well, well, what can I do? I'm a devil, after all."
Her smile revealed a kind of pleasure. Although she wasn't like Himejima Akeno, who enjoyed torturing others and was a complete sadist, she had similar wicked tastes.
Moreover, in front of her servants, she naturally had to be more mature, since most of her servants relied on her.
Away from the public eye, she could cast aside her formalities and indulge in being playful—even a little spoiled.
Especially Li Ke's current state, which she found incredibly amusing.
"Ouch! Ouch!"
Li Ke let out a scream, and the next moment, a jet of pure white essence shot out. She only had time to deflect it, avoiding a direct hit on her cheek.
But—
Gardevoir stared blankly as a white mass lunged at her. Her Psychic power was focused on controlling Li Ke's body, so she didn't have time to react.
So, the next moment, a thick, unrealistic pure white essence, like something out of an anime, splashed all over Gardevoir's body.
"Hmm, was this also part of the condition?"
Gardevoir, focused on controlling Li Ke, looked at the sticky liquid on her body and asked him.
But Li Ke wasn't sure if it was just his imagination, but he felt that the Gardevoir in front of him seemed to be blushing.
"Strictly speaking, not really... but let's try and see if I can send you back."
Li Ke pretended nothing had happened and extended his hand to Gardevoir.
"Ugh, I really don't want to touch human hands, especially someone like you with such an overactive estrus cycle..."
Gardevoir looked at the sticky liquid that was forming on her hand, her tone filled with pure disdain, and Li Ke could only laugh awkwardly.
What puzzled him was that since she could create a black hole with her psychic powers, she should also be able to remove the "dirt" from her body, right?
Looking at Gardevoir still covered in his things, Li Ke was somewhat confused.
'Is it because she is in a hurry to go back?'
Without thinking much, because Gardevoir's hand had already touched Li Ke's, the next moment, Li Ke attempted to send her back.
But unfortunately, it didn't work.
Even though Li Ke wanted to send Gardevoir back, the system's requirements for doing so were unfortunately quite strict.
Psychic magic isn't allowed.
"Sorry, it doesn't work."
Li Ke shook his head at Gardevoir.
"It seems that if I don't want to use hypnotic spells, there needs to be actual contact."
Li Ke released Gardevoir's hand, and Gardevoir quickly withdrew her hand as if electrocuted.
"Is it because of my race? Or are you dissatisfied with my service?"
Gardevoir crossed her arms, letting the white slime stain her chest-like area.
"I wouldn't do that to you. I told you I'd help, and I'm a man of my word."
Li Ke shook his head.
"It probably requires some physical contact..."
It wasn't like he actually wanted to go all the way with a Pokémon anyway!
Just as that thought crossed his mind, Li Ke noticed something…
Was Gardevoir actually getting angry?
"Is using my hands acceptable, then?" she asked, her voice dripping with disdain. "I have no desire for my mucous membranes to come into contact with yours. I have a feeling I'd end up contaminated by something… indescribably filthy."
Her expression suddenly darkened as she leveled a freezing stare at him.
"Believe me," she hissed, "I have no desire to sleep with a human, either!"
"Wait—what?" Li Ke stammered. "Are you reading my mind?"
"No," she replied coldly. "You're just that easy to read."