Chapter 725: The role of female slaves
Polka is currently seeing a significant influx of visitors. In addition to the original convalescents, there are a considerable number of merchants who have come through connections with the major trading companies such as Minister Ashton, Onyx and Sylphid. Furthermore, there are drug addicts being transported by Bauz and girls sent from the cat beast colony, all of which have temporarily caused the population of the rural town to skyrocket. On top of that, the elves who are conducting business negotiations as if they were locals are strictly speaking visitors from outside the town. Even in the summer, the population density has increased to such an extent that even the natives of Polka have never seen anything like it.
“The lack of accommodation options is becoming a problem”
said Christie with a troubled expression.
“Eh, there are plenty of inn-like establishments, so why not just use those?”
“But there’s been a division of labor based on race and nationality for designated lodgings……at this point, we need to increase the number of options so that each group has enough flexibility to choose. Alternatively, we could ask people to open up their vacant homes as cottages”
“But there aren’t any people sleeping outdoors, right?”
“No, but the merchants have been requesting that we avoid the impression that people are forced to stay in fixed locations regardless of budget or personal preferences”
“We can’t just dismiss it as luxury. After all, we’re planning to expand further”
“Yes”
For example, in a remote village not designed for tourism, it’s not uncommon for the only place for visitors to stay to be the village chief’s house. But if we want this town to continue welcoming many visitors and serve as a hub for exchanges between elves, humans, Trot and Celesta, creating several options tailored to budget and mood is crucial for satisfaction. Some might want a higher-class inn because they have a bit more money, or others might want to experience a stay immersed in elf culture. The same goes for restaurants. Currently, we manage with the dining halls and taverns of each inn, but as with Cosmos-san earlier, having multiple dining options would add variety to how people spend their time and double the town’s appeal as a tourist destination. This is very important when considering Polka’s future. ……However.
“……I’m a bit curious why this matter is being handled by Christie”
“It’s supposed to be something between Irina and the Baron……but lately, it’s been coming my way”
“Is Irina slacking off?”
“A little, but……well, Irina is good with customers, so I can’t say she’s entirely at fault”
“Ah. So while Irina is handling external guests, the more mundane tasks are coming to Christie”
“That’s right”
Originally, Christie had been active as the clan leader’s representative since before Irina was born. Therefore, there seemed to be a considerable difference in their practical abilities. Even so, since the 「Ambassador to Polka」 was Irina’s idea, she was given most of the responsibility, and Christie was placed in a supporting role. However, recently, even that premise seems to be in question.
“So, what kind of discretion are you supposed to exercise?”
“There are limits to expanding accommodation capacity for the original residents of Polka, so if we need to propose other measures, I’m supposed to take the lead……”
“…I guess she’s implicitly telling me to do something with the elven labor force?”
“Yes. Unfortunately”
Whether we bring in labor from the cat beast colony, Celesta, or Kalwin, there’s no one currently capable of commanding them. The Special Forces Commander, or perhaps Dianne as a relative of Onyx, might be the ones to step forward, but Dianne was just working hard in Kalwin a few days ago, so the Baron can’t rely on her as a responsible party. That leaves Christie, who has both the position and the practical ability, to take charge of the plan and negotiate with non elves if necessary.
“I’m sorry……”
“You don’t need to feel responsible, Smithson-san. Revitalizing Polka as a trading hub is also the intention of the Northern Forest. Irina volunteered to take the lead in Polka, so of course she’ll be the one working the hardest”
“Ugh……I feel like I should take on some responsibility too……”
I brought it up, everyone started moving, and now the issues that came to light are being handled by Chrisie and the others. Maybe I should be thinking about more things……I guess.
“You don’t have to take on everything, Master♪ ……We just want to be praised for doing a good job……♪”
Christie whispers with a slightly seductive tone. Since no one else is in the room, she’s in her female slave mode.
“……I feel like we shouldn’t just brush it off with something erotic”
When I make a subtle face, Christie returns to a serious expression and lowers her voice slightly.
“To put it bluntly……you are someone who wants to be a commoner, a peasant. And we are experts in politics and skilled workers. This is a world you have no intention of getting used to, is it not?”
“…………”
“And your time is limited. In the less than a hundred years you have left, there must be something else you want to devote yourself to, right?”
“……You sure know how to say it bluntly”
She’s pointing out that I’m not trying to be more important than I need to be……that I’m not taking responsibility for others. To them, I’m just a short-lived fool with no time for such trivialities. Looking at it that way, it’s true that my attempts to act like a politician are ridiculous.
“We want to use what we’ve cultivated over many lifetimes to ensure your time isn’t wasted. Is that something you find objectionable?”
“……At least acknowledge the pride I have in trying to stand up like a master for once”
“Sorry, that’s our domain. Don’t interfere with a female slave’s moment in the spotlight”
“Damn it. ……Well, then, expect your reward”
“That’s fine. ……If I think it’s for your own good, even mundane work can become a source of pride”
Smiling at me, I felt my vanity exposed and embarrassed, so I slipped my hand into the opening of her long robe and made a sexual advance.
“Huhuu……already asking for a reward?”
“Just taking it out on you. Let me pinch your nipples”
“Ah……nn♪”
Christie wriggled. ……Really, there are so many capable women among my female slaves.
Speaking of female slaves. Come to think of it.
“Oh, Bocchan. What can I do for you today?”
“Can I borrow your workbench?”
I visited Jackie-san’s workshop and decided to make everything I needed to make. Speaking of female slaves, collars. Emma, Beatrice and Neia. The three of them are using the pendant I made for Emma as a fashion accessory to compete with each other as female slaves. Of course, Galatia also needs one. And I need to make one for Leda soon. She’s been publicly declaring herself a 「Pregnancy Bag」 in town, which is even worse than being a female slave. Needless to say, a collar for a contract mount is better than that. Then there’s Leyla and Corti. Their relationship is based on multiple layers of sophistry. It’s a delicate matter whether I should treat them the same as the other girls, but since I’ve decided not to let them die while I’m alive, I need to treat them as they wish. Seven in total. ……No, since I’m at it.
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After finishing making the collars, I returned home and Tetes greeted me with her arms wide open.
“Welcome home……wait, Master? What’s that?”
“Just because I opened the door doesn’t mean I’ll come in, so stop greeting me naked at the door, Tetes”
“It’s okay, I’m using detection magic. ……But what’s that collar?”
I had expected Tetes to greet me, so I entered the room holding a gift for her in one hand. Tetes was in 「Pregnant Slave Mode」. It was an emergency situation where she needed to be impregnated before the other female slaves. So, while it was mostly just to set the mood, I decided to make a special collar for her.
“A pregnant slave collar. ……It’s a mark for you”
While the other female slaves’ collars were made of plain brown leather, hers was painted yellow—a special design. Or rather, it was just painted.
“Eh……are you giving it to me……?”
Tetes looks incredibly happy. Why did I make something like this? Simply put, it’s to motivate myself. To be honest, while I’m happy when female slaves get pregnant, sex solely for the purpose of impregnating them doesn’t really get me excited. I love the idea of indulging in unprotected pleasure with a girl who’s so into it that she doesn’t mind getting pregnant. But 「Working hard to impregnate her as quickly as possible」……while it’s not something I dislike as a subject for erotic art, when it comes to motivating myself, it doesn’t quite ignite my passion. Do you understand? That’s why I came up with the idea of changing the collar.
“This is a secret between you and me. But this yellow collar is a mark for pregnant slaves. Got it?”
By deliberately adding a meaningful symbol, I’m giving it a sense of hobbyism. While the collar itself is already a lewd symbol, by giving it an extra layer of explicit meaning, it boosts the motivation to violate Tetes. Wearing a symbol that says, 「I want to get pregnant and always keep sperm in my womb」, Tetes will spend her days in this Polka. The idea of a girl wearing such a secret, erotic accessory is enough to get anyone excited, isn’t it?
“Thank you……is it okay for me to wear it!?”
“……Yeah”
But Tetes is already so obsessed with impregnation sex that it might not make much difference, I think. However, Almeida, Sharon, Apple, Leda, and Cosmos all come out of the back room, and I realize my mistake. They’re all elves, dark elves, and dragons, so they must have heard what I said.
“I see. If you want to get pregnant, go for yellow. I also need to give Marie-sama a grandchild soon”
“I also need to get my older brother to let go……♪”
“Umm…I helped Selenium to give birth, so I can also ask for it……right?”
“That’s fitting for a pregnancy bag like me!”
“That’s a good idea. Maybe I can incorporate it into the main store at Talc next time♪”
Wait, Cosmos, what does mark of a prostitute hoping to get pregnant mean? No, no, that’s not it.
“What the hell is this gathering……”
“Of course, it’s a pregnancy seminar by Talc’s top sex professionals♪”
“We were talking about serious topics like the best positions for getting pregnant and how to prepare your body. As expected of the Night Queen of the Dark Elf Capital, it was very theoretical and informative”
Are you serious? Almeida, you’re really into getting pregnant.
“Should I make the collar yellow?”
“Well, something like that”
Since it was supposed to be a secret code between Tetes and me, I stammered and nodded at Apple. Everyone with collars started taking them off and discussing how to change the colors.
“Hey, you guys, don’t tell the residents of Polka about the mark of pregnancy slaves or anything like that!”
I emphasized it, but I have a feeling it’ll spread quickly.