VRMMO: My first Contractee is Yandere

Liora completely ignored the invitation to the royal castle and decided to rest at the inn she had booked.

After all, she was undoubtedly exhausted from the series of battles she had endured, and on her way back, she was too caught up in the excitement to take a break.

She deserves at least a day of rest.

There's no need to rush. Now that Liora has reached level 50, she has taken her first step into the advanced ranks. Her skills and stats have also become quite solid.

...If I had to point out one concern, it would be her equipment.

Liora's weapon, [Shadow of Death], is one that levels up. However, it's been capped at level 10, and its attack power is severely lacking.

More importantly, now that Liora primarily uses [Moonlight Scythe Technique], what she really needs is a scythe that enhances her magical attack power, rather than physical attack power. At this point, she's basically fighting with the [Withered Branch of Abomination], a sub-weapon that I had equipped.

A scythe for everyday use.

That's what she needs, isn't it? Or perhaps an upgrade for the [Shadow of Death].

"But for now, let's take it easy today. I'm tired too."

Currently, Samurai is out shopping. Having a humanoid tamed monster is convenient in situations like this. She's quite intelligent and versatile.

Beside the sleeping Liora, I quietly slipped out of bed. I couldn't say no when she begged to sleep together. It was my first time sleeping with a young girl, so I was pretty nervous.

"Arts: [Alchemy]"

This is the perfect time to level up my [Alchemy] skill.

The potion I'm making is one that changes the color of fabric. The materials are easy to obtain, and the experience efficiency isn't bad either.

I control my two sub-arms and quickly get to work making the potion. ...As my skill level has increased, I can handle more than just two arms at once—I get absorbed in the task.

About an hour passed, and the doorknob turned with a click. Naturally, it was Samurai who appeared. She was carefully holding a paper bag with her tentacle-like arms.

Samurai's eyes widened in surprise.

"What's the matter, Samurai?"

'...'

Samurai, who usually mirrors my expressionless face, showed a surprisingly eloquent expression. She was clearly amazed by me. It's funny how pets start to resemble their owners, even in a game.

As expected, "PHO" is truly impressive.

After an hour of practice, I managed to control about ten sub-arms simultaneously. I wouldn't be able to do this in battle, and I can only connect two arms to Liora.

In combat, I can't move my arms at all.

Changing their shape in the heat of battle is extremely difficult.

However, if there's no need for me to move or rush, it's a different story.

I managed to mass-produce quite a few potions. After stuffing them into a leather bag, I handed it over to Samurai and started making more potions with the materials she bought.

'Hah'

"!? Did you just sigh!?"

'...'

Samurai silently headed out to sell the potions.

These fetch a pretty good price, you know. The materials themselves are cheap, but processing them increases their value. It's the perfect way to earn money and level up—alchemy at its finest!

Now, I'll make a few recovery potions.

I'll also try making some attack potions. Liora and I can use them for surprise attacks, and even Samurai, who lacks offensive abilities, will find them handy.

Production skills are surprisingly fun.

[Zephyr's Alchemy has leveled up.]

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Liora, who woke up exactly eight hours later, couldn't hide her restlessness. Her beautiful crimson eyes kept gazing out the window.

She looked like an eager dog wagging an invisible tail, desperate to go outside.

It's adorable... but isn't she a bit too much of a battle junkie? Generally, people in this world take a few days off after a big job.

There's a common complaint on the forums: "My NPC won't move for ten days after a quest!"

If this "PHO" were a real sword-and-sorcery fantasy world, that would be perfectly natural.

If you keep moving all the time, your body will break down. Unless you have a [Regeneration] skill like Liora, that is.

In that sense, the [Regeneration] skill should be more popular.

After Liora's video leaked, the value of [HP Auto Recovery] has been reconsidered. But honestly, it's not a skill you need unless you're a tank.

As long as you can team up with a healer, that is.

"I want to move...," Liora murmured.

"Shall we go out for a meal? Or maybe do some shopping?"

"And then, fight...?"

"No, today is a day of rest, Liora."

"...Okay, my God."

Liora sulked.

But here, I must steel my heart and make her rest. A girl her age who says, "My hobby is fighting!" would be a cause for concern in the future.

Well, she's an NPC, though.

Still, "PHO" is so realistic.

That being said, I need the "PHO" developers to keep doing their best. If the service were to shut down, it would mean saying goodbye to Liora. I never thought I'd get this invested, but at this rate, I might never be able to prioritize real life over Liora.

I've tricked her too much… but if deceiving her until the end only brings benefits, then maybe it's the same as telling the truth.

That's just an excuse, though.

A bad adult's excuse.

But I wanted to role-play!

"But Liora, this is also necessary to become stronger."

"To become stronger!"

"Yes. Just walking around the city can lead to unexpected discoveries and encounters. Even buying items can make you stronger."

"! As expected of you, my God."

Liora quickly got dressed.

She didn't mind that I was watching—perhaps because she doesn't feel shame like us, floating in the air as she does. Honestly, I don't think I'd feel it either. Read exclusive adventures at empire

Liora summoned a [Heavenly Ring] above her head. It seems she really likes that.

This skill consumes MP upon activation and stays active until she sleeps. Of course, she can turn it off at will, but there's no need to bother doing so.

It's incredibly eye-catching, though.

But with her white hair and crimson eyes, she already stands out. In this world, those traits are considered marks of a "Demon Lord," so some NPCs tend to be wary of her.

However, elves, who have lived long lives, seem to have more knowledge and a calmer demeanor.

They might be startled when they first see Liora, but they soon relax. They don't confront her either.

It probably helps that Yuclis has been spreading the word that she's "a benefactor of Elves."

"Let's go in search of gourmet food!"

"Ooh!"

"And to capture some good footage!"

"? Ooh!"

Liora opened the window and dashed out into the city. …We really need to stop doing that.

The elves in the city looked startled as well. But man, no matter what they do, pretty people are just pretty.

Elves are amazing!