"DXD: Infinite Loot System"Chapter 272: The Nine-Tailed Fox's Vow
Tenra coughed, awkward and caught off guard. Of all the things Princess Yasaka might want to discuss, he hadn't expected… this.
"Princess, the circumstances were extraordinary. It was an accident—something nobody could control." He scrambled for composure, voice tight with embarrassment.
Yasaka's blush deepened, her gaze steady. "So, Red Dragon Emperor, you did see me, didn't you?"
Tenra hesitated, then nodded. "I… I did." No point denying it. Even if it was only a fleeting glimpse before Kunou barreled in, he'd seen her—skin like fresh snow, curves graceful and refined, beast ears lending her a wild, otherworldly allure.
He'd be lying if he said the image hadn't lingered. In fact, it had fueled last night's reckless passion with Raynare and the others.
"If this is what you wanted to talk about, Princess, then I owe you a formal apology." Tenra managed a steadier tone. "And if there's any way I can make it up to you, just say the word."
He wasn't some naive schoolboy—he'd seen more beauty than most men could dream of, and he knew himself well enough to admit it. The surprise was only that Yasaka had brought it up so bluntly.
Yasaka's voice dropped, barely above a whisper. "Since the Red Dragon Emperor is so forthright… then I must ask you to take responsibility."
Take responsibility. The words echoed in Tenra's mind, bouncing around until their meaning hit home. He stared, stunned.
"…Huh?!"
Just because he'd caught a glimpse of her naked body, she wanted him to take responsibility? Wasn't that a little… much?
Yasaka's expression shifted—hurt, almost mournful. "Does the Red Dragon Emperor find me unworthy?"
"No, no, Princess, you misunderstand!" Tenra rushed to reassure her. "You're… you're incredible. Anyone would be lucky to admire you. I just mean—this seems almost too good to be true. Isn't it a bit… easy for me?"
It wasn't false modesty. Tenra was honest—he liked beautiful women, and he'd long since embraced his own predatory instincts. Rias, Akeno, Yubelluna, Xuelan, Raynare, Katerea… lovers, servants, even tools, he never hesitated when the opportunity arose. But this? It was so sudden, he felt almost suspicious.
Yasaka's blush only deepened, but her voice was steady. "We Nine-Tailed Foxes have always been faithful, generation after generation. The only man allowed to see our bodies is our husband. Even if it was an accident… the fact remains that you've seen me."
"So… you must become my husband."
Tenra had heard stories about the Nine-Tailed Foxes—not the man-eating monsters of old tales, nor the seductive vixens of anime, but women renowned for loyalty and honor. Having such a woman offer herself—he'd have to be dead not to be tempted. Still, one question nagged at him.
"Princess… don't you already have a husband?"
He wasn't interested in sharing. What was his, stayed his—selfish or not, that was non-negotiable.
But Yasaka shook her head, cheeks burning. "I… I've never had a husband."
Tenra blinked. "Never? Then… Kunou?"
He was genuinely thrown. If Yasaka was unmarried, how did she have a daughter?
"For the sake of bloodline purity and tradition, each generation of Nine-Tailed Foxes uses a secret technique to bear the next. Kunou was born from my own yōkai power and blood—no father, just me."
"So, though Kunou is my child, I remain a maiden."
Yasaka's embarrassment was palpable, but her explanation made sense. No wonder every Nine-Tailed Fox was female—now he understood.
With that, all his reservations vanished.
Yasaka continued, her tone growing solemn. "According to our tradition, if a man sees my body, I must either kill him… or make him my husband."
"You saved me, and you're the only one recognized by both Heavenly Dragons. I could never repay kindness with violence, and I'm no match for you anyway. So, I can only choose the latter."
"Red Dragon Emperor, will you take responsibility and become my husband?"
Her face was crimson, her dignity stripped bare. But for the sake of her clan's vow, she pressed on.
Tenra didn't answer right away. Instead, he stood, crossed the room, and stopped in front of her, a teasing smile on his lips. "And if I refuse?"
Yasaka's face went pale, her voice barely a whisper. "Then I… I would have no choice but to die. It's the only way to preserve my honor."
Tenra nearly laughed. If I don't step up, who will? This was fate handing him a gift.
"Princess, I accept."
He met her eyes, voice steady. "I'd be a fool to say no."
"Really?" Her eyes glistened with hope.
"Really. To have you as my wife—I couldn't ask for more. I'll take responsibility, become your husband, and protect you and Kunou. I'll make sure you're both happy."
Yasaka's eyes filled with tears—relief, gratitude, something deeper. If Tenra kept his promise, she would keep hers: loyal, loving, hers to him alone.
"Princess…"
"Husband…"
They gazed at each other, the new bond between them clear.
Tenra swept her into his arms, carrying her deeper into the princess's chambers, where vows would be sealed and destinies entwined…
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