125 - I Became the Must-Have Character of the Academy City

Title: I Became a Rights Character in the City of Learning Chapter 125 - BookRabbit - Web Novel Archive Rohan and Ichinose wandered through the fog-laden forest. They genuinely pushed forward their steps to confront the anomaly within the lair of the nightmare monsters. On their way. Rohan chuckled as he noticed mushrooms swaying side to side as if they were dancing. Eating them seemed like a recipe for disaster. “Hey, Ichinose. I might not know much about plants, but these plants here are not normal, right?” “I don't have any expertise in plants either... Those mushrooms and everything else here are entirely unfamiliar to me.” “The most common thing here is probably those pitch-black roses.” “Black roses do exist, but they are more of a dark red color. They don’t look like they’ve been dunked in ink like these, nor do they snap so easily.” “Oh, here they come again.” Finishing his sentence, Rohan readied his sword. ─ Groaaaar... ─ Arrrk, Grooaagh! Husks left behind by the devouring nightmare creatures came rushing again. All men, seemingly as always. “You handled it last time, Rohan. Let me handle it this time.” Ichinose grasped the hilt of her sword and stepped forward. At the precise moment the sound of steel echoed, the husk throng was neatly sliced to pieces. [+2P] [+2P] [+2P] Rohan, temporarily shelving any food concerns as the points came in, surveyed the surroundings again. 'Before encountering a succubus named entity, I wish I could at least meet an ordinary succubus once.' She was curious to gauge the extent of the beguilement status effect that entraps men. If resisting even an ordinary succubus’s allure was impossible, that would indeed be troublesome. “Ichinose.” “What's up?” “If we encounter a succubus, could you give me a moment with it? I'd like to try an approach first.” Although the request was absurd, Ichinose didn’t oppose it immediately. Rohan must have had a reason to bring up such a thing. After a brief thought, she came to a conclusion. “Are you... planning to experience the allure for yourself?” “Yep. Succubi are monsters with distinctive differences between individuals.” Ichinose trusted in Rohan’s mental resilience. She couldn’t imagine him succumbing to corruption like a husk or fracture stone, as ordinary people might. However, regardless of that. The idea of a succubus, the very embodiment of sensuality, trying to seduce Rohan did not sit well with her. She felt a thorn in her throat preventing her from easily agreeing. “As Rohan said... amidst the succubi emerging through dimensional cracks, there are some we can communicate with and some we can't.” “Right. There are statistics on it.” “If we assume communication-free entities have no allure effect, we should be able to deal with them without issue.” “By communication-free entities, you mean you're permitting it?” “Ha, we'll go... with that.” Following Ichinose's reluctant approval, a brief silence spread between them. Rohan, wondering if he was pushing an overtly risky action, watched her response. They traipsed past never-before-seen plants, taking several more steps. Ichinose spoke first. “Rohan.” “Yeah?” “...I allowed you to take such a risky move; I’ll be genuinely mad if you succumb to the allure.” “If I get ensnared, hit me until I snap out of it. Punching is fine, but save stabbing until the last moment.” “Hmph! I'll pound you with my fists.” Ichinose clenched her slender fingers tightly, showing her pale hand threateningly. ... Rohan and Ichinose, after slicing through dozens of husks, noticed something telling. A husk was wearing clothes with a specific brand logo, which Ichinose mentioned was from the famous Tigrova brand. Moreover, the clothing was a recent model. This led them to a near certainty. Some of the recent monolith occurrences might have drawn people from another world into this one. “I heard monoliths in various countries have engulfed people. Perhaps these husks were...” “It's possible. There might even be a mix of people from completely different worlds.” “Do you believe there are people in other dimensions too, Rohan?” “Yes, it holds a certain romance.” “Romance...?” Ichinose moved her lips, trying to follow Rohan, finding it hard to comprehend. The two finally encountered the anomaly in the forest. “Shh.” They cautiously shortened the distance, stifling their sounds, as something appeared faintly through the mist. A shanty made haphazardly from tree and plant stems. A nearly bare succubus lay asleep inside. Only essential areas obscured by shadow-like pitch-black shapes. The exposure was explicit. Ichinose, observing a succubus for the first time, peeled her eyes open to observe it fully. Every shift in her legs and body revealed a vivid, sensual allure pouring from her voluptuous curves. “...” Upon seeing the succubus's impressive figure, Ichinose instinctively reached to cover Rohan’s eyes. Rohan, startled by the sudden obstruction, whispered in a bemused tone. “Why?” “It's just, um, too lewd...” “It’s just a monster. Plus, I’m an adult.” “...” Though imperfectly human-shaped, their species was utterly different from humans. A tail reminiscent of a demon swayed gently, and bat-like wings sprouted from its back. “Should we get going?” “Are you really going to do it?” “Precaution is necessary. If communication seems possible, we attack immediately.” “...Alright.” One moment of carelessness could ruin everything. The forest environment didn’t guarantee that succubus's rank was low. It could even be a haven for the elites among the succubi. Respecting Rohan’s request, Ichinose backed off slightly. Rohan approached the succubus without hesitation. “Hey.” ─ ■,■■?! The succubus awoke startled. Where her whites should have been, darkened by blackness, her teeth were sharp. “Start with your name. Your name.” ─ ■■...■■■■? She spoke in a language beyond comprehension. Still, the smug grin was enough to convey her thoughts. Seeing Rohan, a man, she must have thought she got lucky. "Communication seems impossible," Rohan thought, gripping his sword tightly, ready to attack at any moment. Despite residing in such a shabby place, the succubus exuded a potent, alluring scent. As expected, nightmares were nightmares. Their very nature revealed itself. ─ ■■! A pink aura began to form like steam over the succubus’s body, gathering thickly. Taking the shape of a cloud, it surged toward Rohan, who was holding his sword. ‘It’s confirmed. That’s allure.’ Though it was extensive and flexible, the allure moved at a speed that was evasive. However, Rohan did not dodge. He chose to take it head-on. The pink power controlled by the succubus enveloped Rohan. “Rohan...” Ichinose watched anxiously from behind, biting her nails. ─ ■■■! ■! The succubus grinned victoriously, her tail swaying gently. Rohan was a particularly tempting man, and the very thought of absorbing his energy made her salivate. In such a state, Rohan comprehended what the allure felt like. ‘Indeed.’ It was fascinating. His hostility toward the succubus had softened. Errant thoughts arose, and there was a heavy sensation below, reminiscent of witnessing something risqué. His instincts assured him that turning to the succubus, the source of the power, would resolve this longing. Nonetheless, ‘Isn't it bearable?’ He certainly felt a desire to release this urge. However, to Rohan, this allure was nothing more than an itch unable to be scratched—a sensation he could endure. Slowly, he walked out of the swirling mass of pink energy. ─ ■■! ■■···!? The succubus gaped at him, clearly taken aback, muttering in her strange tongue. Thanks to her reaction, Rohan could make an educated guess. ‘Have I overcome it?’ Checking his status window, he noted that the usual status ailments, like bleeding or confusion, during combat, were absent this time. There were no afflictions. And now, there was only one thing left to do. He bolted forward, closing the gap between him and the succubus. ─ ■, ■■! The succubus, panicking, raised her hand. Rohan was confident; save for her allure, she showed no inclination to fight. [Sword Technique - Flame Sever] A dazzling light sliced across the succubus's neck, brightening the area. ZGVPdDc2cnQxMFU0bVlrbnZITXlVckV0dzdRa1dUdHVieDRkWW5KMFlONUIzZEJncHh0L0ZSQ1NwajFCTXdRZA The cut was clean and precise. [+10P] Despite not feeling particularly strong, the points he received were generous. Leaving the falling succubus behind, Rohan turned towards Ichinose. “I withstood it. Did you see?” “That was truly amazing...” Ichinose, impressed, breathed a sigh of relief and turned her golden eyes toward Rohan, taking in his unscathed form. Yet, her gaze didn’t linger long. “!!!” She suddenly gasped and turned away, her face crimson. Confused, Rohan asked, “What’s wrong?” “Just, please calm down first...” “Calm down from what? I told you, I wasn’t affected by the allure.” “Down there! I mean, down there...!" “Down there?” Looking down, Rohan finally realized what was happening. The subconscious changes caused by the allure had yet to dissipate. His lower body had reacted naturally, nearly threatening to tear through his tactical pants with its prominence.