Volume 5 Chapter 34 Let's Start Negotiations
After that, the men continued to be beaten up by Lisha. With the constant use of her incredible power, more and more spectators gathered, and it became a festival-like atmosphere. The promise of only one hour was forgotten, and the participating members changed along the way, and it continued even after crossing over to the next hours.
The party was in full swing. After leaving the izakaya, Lisha, who had performed greatly, opened her mouth looking anxious.
"Um, Yuusuke-san. Was that really okay?"
"Hmm? Oh yeah, it's fine. I went there for that from the beginning."
"But, the magic coin..."
"It's okay, it's okay."
For now, everything is going according to plan. Matsuda and Souji, whom we had promised to meet in an hour, were nowhere to be found, but I think we should leave it alone because it's just a small matter.
Let's do our best for the next two days. But then, I stopped along the way.
"Lisha, wait for me near that vending machine over there."
"Why?"
"I have something to do. You can drink whatever you like."
I handed her my wallet and left the place. I strengthened my body and quietly headed to the destination.
It was on the dark lecture building with no city lights.
"Oh, you. Maybe it's someone from this side?"
A woman stood there. She had the appearance of an adult woman and gave off an atmosphere that seemed to walk around Ginza or Roppongi.
"I don't know what you mean by 'this side,' but you seem to have been watching us since earlier, so I thought you might have something to say."
Yes, in fact, she had been watching us since we were playing poker.
"Well, I like people who are sensitive to women's gaze."
"I see."
No matter who it is, I get nervous when someone says they like me.
But I've heard that kind of language from honey traps and prostitutes hundreds of times.
"To be blunt, are you also after this?"
When I took out the magic coin from my pocket, the woman smiled.
"Yes. I was curious because there was someone who was doing it so flamboyantly."
"Are you also a dealer?"
"Yes. There are many others besides me. It's better to avoid such flashy methods. Anti-Demon Officials are also keeping an eye on us, so it's not good for both of us if it becomes difficult to do our job."
"What if I refuse?"
"I won't do anything. But if I think you're getting in the way——"
The woman stopped talking. Her magic power began to form in some way. She was also a magician, with much more skill and combat experience than the man from before. This kind of opponent is quick to talk.
As the magic was about to be activated, I also kicked the ground.
"――!"
I felt the soft touch of flesh on my fingertips. The woman's surprise turned into stiffness and spread throughout her body.
I may look like this, but I'm a gentleman, so I won't suddenly punch her in the face. Instead, I went behind her, lightly strangled her throat, and held one of her arms.
However, the woman seemed to be skilled after all. She was preparing for the next move.
The magic that had been set up in advance was activated, and several jet-black arrows flew out of the night veil. They were aimed at my vital points, making sure to avoid her own body.
And she was thorough.
She took advantage of the gap I avoided and adjusted her posture.
It was annoying.
"'Crush!'"
Emerald sparks scattered from my mouth, and my words shattered all the arrows.
In the midst of the black melting into the night, there didn't seem to be a second arrow.
"...Huh, who the hell are you?"
The woman spoke with a hoarse voice, trying to maintain her composure.
"You can judge who I am however you like."
"Even if you say that, I'm curious."
No matter how curious she was, she couldn't pursue it. Because she had enough experience, she noticed the difference between her and me.
She understood that her life was now in my hands.
"It's okay. I'm not your enemy."
"Can you prove that?"
"Let's negotiate. So that we both benefit. Don't you think that's more advantageous?"
I could feel the woman's thoughts working at full speed through her throat and wrist veins.
I understand, I'm also nervous because I don't usually do negotiations like this.
"...Okay. Let's start."
"Thank you."
I released the woman. Well, things have been going pretty well so far, but I can't let my guard down yet.
There are third-rate people who act like puppet masters, and I don't even know where they're watching from.
I'll teach them that the story doesn't always progress according to plan.
They would do better. I watched the first-class negotiation up close.
I remembered Eris and Rist and looked into the woman's eyes with determination."
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