Local Netizen Elf’s Life In Another World

Case 313: On the progression of becoming a goddess.

''Hm...''

You know, it is a bit late to say this, but aren't my lovers too clingy?

I don't think we have spent more than one day apart in the last, like, few years. They stick to me wherever I go, and I don't really mind it that way, either.

Still...

''Aren't you guys going to do something else...?''

''I want to watch you do things.''

''Me too.''

''Me three.''

It has been a day since Sariel and I started working on the nuclear bomb. I can excuse Anna since she helps us a lot, and perhaps the goddesses duo for their status as new members, but the remaining three...

I can't let them rot here as pretty dolls when they are already semi-goddesses capable of razing a country down.

Do some good work for society!

''Emy, Liana, and Tina. You three need to help the frontlines out a bit.'' I say, putting on a stern front. ''Stop wasting your time here. Go find my dad and work!''

''Why us?!'' The flat-chested one retorts, earning nods from the other two. ''Tell these two to do it! Unlike us, they're actual goddesses!''

Aha. So you're using that card. However, I don't think they would work, smartass.

''For one, Luna is still recovering her divinity, and Eva...''

''I am helping.''

Exactly. Eva actually began exterminating enemies a few days ago, and the version we have been seeing of hers is but a mere clone. Faced with this absolute reality, the two elves and one princess fall back considerably.

''What? Did you guys suddenly get an attachment issue after regaining that memory?''

'''' Ugh... ''''

Wait, really?

I mean, that explains why even someone like Tina, who is usually hard-working and reasonable, acts so childishly like this. It can be a problem, for sure.

Still, it's not like I'm banishing them to the shadow realm and banning them from seeing me ever again, and there are lives to be saved out in the fields. 

''Hah... just do me a favor and help them out, okay?''

Perhaps sensing my sincerity, the three eventually give in and exit Sariel's lab, not before kissing me goodbye. Their backs, as I watch on, feel a bit uncertain, but I'm sure they will cheer up when they get to blow some demons up. I'll have to make sure to take care of them well tonight, too.

''Alright. Now then, let's go back to nuclear bombs!''

Unfortunately, since we have to restest and rediscover many processes and elements, it takes a long, long time to even finish a portion of it. It's tedious to go through all of them, but I guess we can pass on this knowledge to others.

''Argh.. I hate this stuff...''

I wish we could just use divine power to manifest intelligence and information. Unfortunately, that'll instantly make something insignificant divinity-wise become the absolute entity in the universe in just short moments, so I understand the restriction on the current divinity.

But this is boring! I want to make and see stuff explode!

''Fufu... rest if you want. I can carry on the research.''

''...''

To me, who's sprawling out on the table, the dragoness in a lab coat puts her hand on my head. Her touch is gentle but also... for the lack of a better word, mature.

That's just the usual Sariel, though. Beneath the facade of a graceful noble lady lies a destruction maniac obsessed with explosions and making explosions. 

Nonetheless, I should really take a short break to refresh my mind.

''Thanks. I'll go out for a bit.''

So, I head for the balcony. 

Here, the night breeze is both nice and cold. I can even enjoy the view of the starry sky... alongside Luna, I guess. She suddenly appears behind me at some point.

''Is there a reason I shouldn't be here?'' The goddess suddenly speaks up, perhaps sensing my thoughts. ''I can go wherever I want, no?''

''It's not that. Just... I've noticed that you follow me like this whenever you have something to say.''

''Bingo. Wanna guess it?''

''That you love me?''

''No, um... I-I do, but it's not that.''

That short exchange and her bashful expression are all I need for sweetness today. Eventually, though, Luna calms herself down and leans on the railings beside me,

''Hanako, you have been wanting to get stronger, right?'' She asks. ''Not just strong, but faster.''

''...Correct. Did you read that on the stars, too?''

''Heheheh... maybe. But in that case, I might have some insight. Would you want to hear it?''

''Sure. Go ahead.''

At this point, any input is welcome. I absolutely do need to catch up with Eva as soon as possible, and I'd do anything if it means I can get there quickly. Swallowing a gulp, I wait for Luna's next words.

''What do you think your training until now has lacked, Hanako? I'm talking 'that' training.''

Sex, huh? I mean, I think I'm quite good at it now, but if she's saying my training doesn't cover everything, then there must be something I have missed.

Intimacy? No.

Technicality? Maybe not.

Intensity? Definitely not.

''...Is it variety?''

''Bingo!''

Seeing that I have gotten the answer right on my first try, Luna appears satisfied. Then, lifting her imaginary glasses, she elaborates, ''Deities of sensual lust are by design lewd creatures, and they are lewd in general. Not just with humans or demi-humans, to become full-fledged deities, they have to know what it is like among most species.''

''Even plants...?''

''Yes. Reproduction is universal across living beings, but what you need to focus on isn't necessarily the reproducing process but the copulation process. In other words—sex.''

Ah... I kinda know where this is going. Honestly, my heart is racing, too. Seems like my body likes this one.

''So, to put it bluntly, I have to study how animals and plants have sex?''

''...''

Please, Luna. Don't just smile at me meaningfully like that. You're suspending me of my confirmation!

After a bit, Luna turns to the scenery beyond the balcony and smiles, ''Well, all I can say is that sometimes practice is essential. If you want to improve in this area, just tell me. I can prepare all sorts of things for you.''

''R-Really?''

''Of course. Don't underestimate a retired goddess!''

So now, there's also Luna's proposal that I need to pay attention to.

If I'm getting her ideas right, she is giving me the chance to have sex with... other species. I'm not sure if that is morally right or if my partners are okay with it, but the hoe inside me is already dying to try it.

But, like, if I let a plant with slimy tentacles do me, it wouldn't be much of a problem, right? On the other hand, something like goblins or orcs might be a no-no. I think they mate just like other humanoid creatures anyway, so why bother?@@novelbin@@

...Really, now that I think about it, isn't this a great opportunity? As long as I select the right species to 'exchange culture' with and beg my lovers intensely, I can level up a bunch, too!

Fine. Fine. Enough mental gymnastics.

Let's just do it.