《Sora's castle Rebirth》
Prolog
Marcus Smith fell on his knees as he landed in the New World. His legs ached from falling into the ground. He shook his head as he slowly stood up from the ground. As he stood, he began to look around and noticed a woman turning to him and looking right at him.
A strange feeling came over him as she stared right into his eyes and spoke to him, ¡°You do not belong here.¡± A slow panic began to creep into him as her golden eyes stared into his soul. As he stared at her, he noticed wet-looking water dripping off her dress.
He stared down from her legs to the floor at a waterlike substance it began to move away from her and slowly began to come to him panic began to set in to him as he finally knew that this woman was a supernatural creature the woman smirked smiling at him began to walk towards him, he turned his heel and began to run for his life.
He ran for his life trying to get away from the woman he had met as he ran, he heard footsteps following from behind tap, tap, tap he could hear the high heels of the woman behind him as he ran, she followed in a very fast walk easily keeping up with him.
After 30 minutes he finally lost her at least he helped he did he turned the corner he came to a castle and there before the castle stood a woman, she had not noticed him, yet he quickly took in the view of the castle finding it extremely beautiful. Once again, he heard, the sounds of tap tap tap behind him the woman had caught up to him.
As he stood there taking in the scene the woman before him turned and looked at him, she stood 5.4-foot, with fur and spots all down her body she was clothed in a latex tunic, the cheetah stared at him taking all of him in she smirked as a plan began to form in her mind.
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The woman from before had caught up to Marcus and was now behind him and with the cheetah in front of him both women began to walk toward him panic began setting into him again the feeling of danger crept into him. ¡°Grab him and hold him in place¡± the cheetah replied, the woman from before had grabbed Marcus and held him in her grip tightly.
Sora began to walk towards Marcus, and he began to struggle to get out of the woman''s grip, The more he struggled tighter her grip became, she whispered into his ear ¡°Be a good boy and behave or I will make things worse¡± he swallowed hard as sora got closer, her hand began to glow with yellow glowing orb.
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Marcus fell Into Darkness and felt like he was falling forever and ever, he struggled to move even talk slowly the darkness began to go away, and he slowly began to wake up his body didn''t feel quite right everything felt wrong portions felt heavier his chest was heavier, his long hair was the same nothing changed from that, but he felt something different between his legs his manhood was gone and something new was in its place, with his eyes looking around the room he was in he noticed he was in new clothing a silk dark purple gown. Marcus noticed his chest was a bit bigger than it was before these changes were alarming to him.
He couldn''t believe what was going on one moment he was a guy and the next woman what had transpired in the last 48 hours he thought how did he get like this, then the smile of that cheetah came into his mind and that glowing yellow orb that was in her hand.
The last 24 hours returned to his mind his arrival into this world the woman from before in the cheetah in the last moments before passing out came into his mind, the orb hitting him his body erupting in pain and that smirk that cheetah had as he passed out before her.
He stared at the roof making a very thing then he began to hear footsteps coming he turned his head and looked at the door waiting for someone to come in, But no one came he turned back over into the bed and fell back to sleep dreams of the past began to come into his mind days before the events took place that brought him to this world.
To everyone in his family, he always looked like a girl, yet he was a guy He always dreamed of going to another world but not like this not a world full of supernatural creatures he was not sure what was going to happen.
Chapter 1: The traveler
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It was the middle of June, and a set of freaky thunderstorms rolled in, freaky weather was not a normal thing in this city, Marcus Smith stared at the rain pouring down around wondering if all the stories he heard were true of people disappearing. He stood there basking in the rain staring off into space thinking about his life, to anyone who saw him from a distance he looked like a normal guy but for anyone who ever got close to him, his appearance took on a different form.
Marcus was born with a special condition that was not normal¡ªone might even say it was magical; he had the appearance of a female but a mix of body parts of a male and female. He turned and shook his head as he began to walk to his apartment. He dreaded going to his apartment, knowing that maybe his father would be there. He was not on good terms with his dad, and he dreaded just getting home and having a fight.
He began his long walk back to his apartment with each step as he walked, he kept thinking about his dad and everything he said last. ¡°You are no son of mine you''re some type of monster you''re not even a guy you''re some type of girl get out¡± The words of his father crossed his mind as he walked home tears began to run down his eyes as the memories flooded his mind he didn''t want to deal with his father again so he shook his head one more time then continued walking home.
Marcus pulled his coat tighter around him as he walked home, tears came down his face feeling unloved, he never knew who his mother was, but his dad was a real piece of trash with each step down the road he dreaded getting home, thoughts crossed his mind, the last words from his dad. ¡°Leave this apt and never come back!¡± Marcus screamed back at his father. ¡°I own this place you get out!¡± he keeps walking thinking of everything from that night, from two years ago.
He came to a stop and stood at his apartment looking at it wondering if his father would be inside, Marcus knew he did not have a key now, but dread was still there, he stood as rain poured down on him staring at his place.
Lost in thought Marcus did not notice a guy grabbing his butt ¡°Hey sexy want, go on a date with me¡± Marcus blinked and looked at the guy and replied. ¡°You do know I¡¯m a guy right!¡± This guy freaked and began running as fast as he got away from Marcus, Marcus sighed and shook his head as he looked up at his apartment, beginning to dig into his pockets for his key.
Thoughts crept into his mind again of his dad being on another side ready to jump at him as soon as he walked into the apartment with that dread on his mind as slowly walked to the door to unlock it and enter his place.
He put his key into the doorknob unlocked his door made his way into his place walking in he felt better, he was filled with relief because his father was not in his place, he walked to his bathroom grabbed a towel, and dried off his hair made his way to his room, had just got home from college he did not have long till he had to go home his closet friend at work, he needed to all paperwork on the bar taxes.
A few hours later he sat at his desk working on his computer doing all the paperwork on bar taxes on everything else, his cell phone began to ring as his closest friend began calling him. He put his pen down and grabbed his phone and hit the answer button beginning to speak with his friend.
¡°Hey, it¡¯s Lyssa I need your umm help in the bar, I¡¯m working alone and need an extra pair of hands with food and drink, come over and umm slip into uniform and help me!¡± Utter dread came over Marcus as he listened to his friend on the phone asking him to come to the bar and put on the uniform, he sighed heavily replying to his friend.
¡°I will be right there no funny business now¡± his friend Lyssa began to laugh as she replied over the line of the phone. ¡°No guarantees, now just get over here and change and help me with our paying customers¡± he sighed yet again he replied. ¡°Right, right I''ll be right there¡± he looked over at the window staring out as the rain had finally stopped, he smiled and stood up and began to walk over to his closet and grab his jacket.
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He opened the door from his apartment and started walking to the bar dreading each step because he knew how his friend would act; a thought crossed his mind that he was dreading as he was walking, she going to make me dress as a waitress once again I just know it!!
Marcus didn''t notice it began raining again he was dreading what his friend would do to him would she make him dress as a waitress again or would he work the bar, he sped up his pace trying to get to the bar quicker so he could help his friend with all the work and only moments later did he arrive at the bar.
The rain had stopped again, he sighed as he made his way to the bar door and walked inside as he entered, he was greeted by his best friend Lyssa who was tending customers. She smiled and waved Marcus over as she was getting orders from people in the bar.
¡°Marcus head to the back room I''ll be there momentarily and I''ll help you change¡± she replied as she took on the customer''s orders Marcus nodded his head as he replied ¡°Right I¡¯ll head to the backroom then see you there¡± he walked away from Lyssa made his way to the backroom of bar as he entered the backroom notice all female uniforms and other items. He sighed as he knew what his friend had planned for him.
And none of it was good, moments later Lyssa walked into the room. ¡°Strip we don''t have a lot of time, and I need you dressed we have paying customers who need their food¡± Marcus sighed as he began to remove his clothing, lyssa walked over to a box and pulled out some undergarments. ¡°Here put these on you''re dressing as a girl, not a boy¡±
¡°I am so not doing that I''m a boy you''re forcing me to dress as a girl I am not putting that on¡± Lyssa smirked as she replied. ¡°OH yes you are you will be putting them on, I know how people see you I know you feel like you''re a monster but you''re not, you were born with a pacific body and a shape, so put everything on and get to work¡± Marcus sighed as he took his clothes off begin change into uniform lyssa give him.
Marcus walked out of the backroom as a waitress and began to work taking customers their food and then taking orders, Lyssa watched her friend work, tending tables and taking orders and bringing their food she smiled with joy.
The night went on pretty quickly as Marcus and Lyssa tenant customers and took their orders Tonight Marcus worked at the bar serving drinks to all the paying customers, to anyone that had come into the bar, customers saw Marcus he looked like a waitress not even once did they think he was a girl, Marcus was born half and half he had chest as a girl but his lower half was of a guy, when people saw him dressed as girl he easily fooled them.
Marcus hated the idea of fooling customers, but it paid the bills, so he did what his friend told him to do because she had the best interest in hand, she had been the only person who had seen his life and saw his heart and everything he had dealt with.
The work shift was over now it was time to close the bar Marcus proceeded to help his friend clean all the tables and put everything up. He went to the back room and changed back into his normal clothes, giving a hug to his friend he walked out of the bar and proceeded to make his way home, at least that was his hope. As he started making his way home, he noticed a beautiful glowing blue star but was it a blue star or something worse?
Marcus stared at the star, it was enchanting and beautiful he began to follow the star, and he walked and walked following the star he never once thought what was the star leading him to as he kept walking passing people the winds began to pick up the night sky begin to shift as beams light begin twist before him the star begins to change it form.
The star begins to twist as the sky begins to rip open, Marcus¡¯s heart begins to race as the star is something more, he was standing right before it, begins opening even more getting bigger and bigger like it is going to eat him up.
He swallowed hard as he stared at the vortex, he knew right then his day on this earth was over as he stared at the vortex, he got bigger and bigger it started to suck him in his life fights before his eyes as he was pulled from this universe.
As he traveled to another world his lasting thoughts were, will I be now what will happen to me all my friends even miss me moments later, he sprang out of the vortex landing in a new world and starting a new life.
What, was this world he had ended up in was whether he safe would he be able to make new friends or would his life be changed forever, questions upon questions as he landed, he noticed someone walking, she had purple hair and yellow eyes and was dressed in unique clothing and so he decided to follow her and ask her a few questions.
Chapter 2 Slime Guardian and Magic Castle.
The universe fractured, casting Marcus from the vortex into a strange new landscape. He was enveloped by concrete shrubs and trees, with a solid road extending in front of him. This road guided him toward a magnificent castle. As he took in the scenery, Marcus observed the sprawling concrete thoroughfares and the enormous castle that towered in the distance. It was a sight unlike any he had ever witnessed, dwarfing the castles he had only encountered in books or on screen.
He set off on foot, looking around in hopes of finding someone to speak with, as everything around him was unfamiliar. After walking for some time without encountering anyone, he noticed a woman who was walking and appreciating the sights of the castle, appearing to be on a patrol. He realized she was holding a certain type of chain in her left hand, which led him to decide to approach her.
A peculiar sensation washed over him as she gazed directly into his eyes and stated, ¡°You do not belong here.¡± A slow, mounting panic began to seep into his consciousness as her golden eyes seemed to search his very soul. In his observation of her, he noted the presence of wet droplets trickling from her dress.
He looked down from her legs to the floor, noticing a water-like substance that began to move away from her and gradually come toward him. A wave of panic washed over him as he realized that this woman was a supernatural entity. She smirked at him, her smile widening as she walked closer. In a desperate reaction, he turned and sprinted away, seeking to escape for his life
In a frantic bid for survival, he sprinted away from the woman he had just met. Behind him, the distinct sound of high heels¡ªtap, tap, tap¡ªresonated, indicating her relentless pursuit. She maintained a swift walking pace, easily keeping up with his frantic escape
In a desperate bid for survival, Marcus took off, prompting the woman to follow suit. The chase unfolded like a classic game of cat and mouse, with Marcus as the hunted. He raced down the castle''s concrete streets, striving to escape, yet she matched his speed with ease
As he increased his pace, she maintained her proximity to him. Upon turning a corner, he noticed that she was still closely trailing him. Despite his attempts to divert her attention, she persistently followed his every move. Realizing she was not far behind, he chose to conceal himself behind a tree, intending to wait for her to pass by
A few moments later, the woman had gone, and Marcus chose to leave the tree, setting off once more. He walked carefully, making an effort to remain undetected as he traversed the road. Looking around, he noticed that the woman was no longer present, leading him to believe he had successfully escaped her pursuit. He continued along the path, hoping to find signs of civilization, but instead found himself confronted with more roads that only led him back toward the castle.
Shortly thereafter, he arrived at the castle. As he approached, he observed a woman with spots adorning her skin and dirty blonde hair, dressed in a Lolita dress. He paused as she turned to face him, a smirk appearing on her lips as a scheme began to take shape in her mind. At that moment, the woman from earlier reappeared behind him.
Marcus was now encircled by the two women, and he understood that his chance to escape was quickly slipping away. His heart began to race as the woman with spots fixed her penetrating gaze on him. "Entry to this castle is not permitted; intruders will face immediate consequences," she asserted, her eyes never leaving him, while the other woman stealthily approached from behind. "I¡¯m sorry for the intrusion; I didn¡¯t mean to come here," Marcus said. The woman behind him retorted, "You didn¡¯t just wander in; you are definitely intruding, and we will take care of that." The cheetah smirked and continued, "Yes, you will be dealt with soon." Marcus could only stare as he noticed the cheetah''s hand starting to move.
She commenced reciting incantations, and an orb began to illuminate, gradually taking shape in her hand. As she infused the orb with magic, she cast a smirk at Marcus, preparing to hurl it in his direction. In response, Marcus felt a surge of panic and started to retreat slowly, but the woman behind him seized him, restraining him as the magical orb expanded in size.
She bent her knees and lunged forward, channeling the magic into Marcus''s chest. His legs became unsteady, akin to jelly, as he started to lose his grip on consciousness, leading him to kneel. The woman behind him stepped up, methodically coiling chains around him and fastening his arms securely.
The cheetah supported his face with her hands as he sank down before her, her eyes penetrating his. "If you are indeed innocent, then all shall be well." Marcus continued to stare at her, his vision dimming, while he could still hear some words being spoken, though not all were comprehensible.
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"Mistress Sora, how should I handle him?" Sora smiled as she addressed her guard, Lyssa, saying, "Confining him in the dungeon is essential; ensure he is securely locked away. I plan to utilize my magic to explore the depths of his soul." Lyssa acknowledged her instructions with a nod, hoisted Marcus onto her shoulder, and began her journey to the castle dungeon. Sora then turned and walked into her castle, heading towards a specific chamber.
Upon entering the dungeon room, Lyssa set Marcus down on the floor and attached chains to his arms. At that moment, Sora arrived, approached Lyssa, and knelt beside Marcus. She affixed a collar around his neck, locking it in place with a crystal pendant hanging from it. "Mistress, a collar?" Lyssa asked after she had secured the chains.
Sora smiled as she secured the collar in position. "MmmHmmm, let us converse in the castle for the time being and allow our new friend to rest. I have come across something that concerns me, and we must discuss it in the castle," she stated. The two of them then departed from Marcus, allowing him to continue his slumber.
Standing at the edge of the crystalline pool, Sora and Lyssa watched the unfolding life of Marcus before his entry into this realm. Lyssa focused her attention on the shimmering water. "Are you able to see it?" Sora asked, her gaze directed at the pool. Lyssa nodded in agreement, stating, "He is essentially more of a she, embodying a unique blend of both, which is not a common occurrence, and there exists a spark of mana within him." Sora responded with a nod of understanding.
The current imbalance of mana and the mixed energies are profoundly impacting her spirit, or his spirit. If this issue is not addressed, it could lead to the destruction of his entire life. I believe it is essential for me to intervene and rectify the situation. What are your thoughts? Lyssa smiled and replied, "A fusion with a slime could be the answer!" Sora nodded in response, saying, "Yes, we might be able to use slime to transform them into a fully female form with the help of laboratory equipment. The complete conversion into a slime girl can wait; my foremost concern is to remedy the mana damage affecting their bodies at this moment." Lyssa nodded in agreement.
It is acknowledged that addressing the gender issue would be beneficial; however, should the fusion with slime prove unsuccessful, we may need to resort to an alternative plan involving a slime ritual to ensure a complete transformation into a slime girl. This would necessitate conducting trials within the grottos. Sora smiled and nodded in agreement as she articulated her thoughts. "Indeed, I concur, and I would also like to appoint her as a devoted guard here at the castle," Lyssa remarked with amusement at the prospect of creating a new loyal protector.
Lyssa initiated the setup of the machines, readying Marcus for the impending transformation. With a sly smile, she acknowledged her task before departing for the laboratory. Meanwhile, Sora observed Marcus as he slumbered in the dungeon, a knowing grin on her face. "Before long, you will become my next devoted guardian and beyond!"
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As Marcus emerged from his slumber, he found his vision clouded while he examined the surroundings of the room. Fragments of the last few hours slowly returned to him. He instinctively pulled at his arms, discovering they were secured by chains. In his attempts to free himself, he noticed the absence of keyholes in the shackles, raising his concern that these were no typical restraints. He let out a sigh and took in the minimalistic room, which contained only a few boxes and various objects. Marcus pondered how long he would remain in this confinement.
For a few hours, he sat with his arms secured above his head, eventually drifting into slumber. Upon entering the room, Lyssa walked over, released the chains binding Marcus''s arms, and hoisted him onto her shoulder. She then made her way out of the dungeon and headed towards the castle''s main laboratory.
Upon entering the laboratory, she commenced the process of undressing Marcus. Subsequently, she fitted him with stockings and a pair of women''s shoes. Lyssa then extended her arm, lifted Marcus, and positioned him within a glass chamber brimming with dark purple slime. She meticulously coated his body with the slime before closing the chamber.
Lyssa proceeded to activate the machine, filling the chamber with an aura of magical energy. The dark purple slime glided around Marcus''s body, crafting a dress as his gender fully transformed into female. Lyssa kept a watchful eye on Marcus, who was peacefully slumbering in the chamber as his body settled into its new identity.
Upon entering the laboratory, Sora made her way to Lyssa, who was attentively monitoring the situation. "I presume that it was effective?" Lyssa responded with a nod, confirming Sora''s assumption. "So far, yes, but the mana does not seem stable at this moment, which could lead to complications in the future." Sora nodded in understanding.
As Marcus slept, Lyssa worked diligently, typing on the computer, while Sora monitored the bio readings displayed on the screen. "The progress is almost complete at 60%. The mana pools are maintained but remain unstable; she will not be able to use magic in her current state," Lyssa stated, observing her monitor.
"Do you think the body will mend over time?" Sora inquired. Lyssa smiled as she typed a few more keys on the computer. "The body is mending now," she explained. "Addressing the gender issue has initiated the healing process. Her body''s mana is expected to recover gradually, but currently, her body cannot accept any new mana. Consequently, the mana pools within her body will not grow at this stage." Sora nodded in understanding.
"I want to understand why her mana was so disrupted that her body was torn between two genders, which should never happen to anyone," Sora stated while looking at the display. Lyssa shook her head and responded, "I am not sure why or how it happened, but I have repaired the damage and assigned her the proper gender. We might need to take a natural approach to grow her mana." Sora giggled at her guard''s suggestion and replied, "So we will expose her to the crystals from the slime grottos and begin the ceremony to infuse her as a slime girl, thereby increasing her natural mana pool and creating a loyal guard." Lyssa smirked and nodded, acknowledging the idea.
"Perfect," Sora said as she spoke. "Proceed with the final adjustments and place her in her new room," Sora instructed, turning to leave the lab. "What do you want to call her now?" Lyssa asked, looking back at Sora. "Let''s call her Miya," Sora responded. Lyssa smiled as she looked at Miya in the chamber. "Welcome to your new home, Miya," she said as Sora exited the room.
Chapter 3 Queen of Darkness
Miya entered an unending slumber, perpetually descending into unknown depths. Fragmented memories danced within her mind, depicting scenes forever lost to time. A palace emerged in her thoughts, accompanied by a red moon, a foreboding castle, dark seas, and an endless night. She glimpsed a pair of red eyes and horns, along with a black and red dress. These fleeting images played out as fragments of her recollections resurfaced.
A dark world shrouded in shadows looms over a foreboding castle, a palace enshrouded in darkness. Beneath its bridges flow rivers of darkness. Seated upon her throne, the Queen of Darkness contemplates. Gazing out of the window, she reflects on her people and their circumstances before turning her thoughts to her beloved child, who sleeps peacefully in their crib.
"My queen," the guard announced as he walked into the throne room. "Yes, speak quickly. I do not have time for this," she responded. "Someone or something has been tampering with the gates. We might be facing an invasion, Lady Asami." Asami sighed and placed her hand on her face. "Tampering with the dimensional gates is a serious matter. Dispatch the royal guard immediately to inspect them. If we are to be invaded, I will defend my land with my power. Now go, I need to check on my child!" The guard nodded and promptly left.
Asami stood up from her throne and began to walk through the halls of her castle. She made her way to the room with the crib in it. Upon entering, she approached the crib and smiled as she looked down at her adorable little girl. "Mama loves you, little one," she said tenderly. In a dream, Miya witnessed these memories flash before her.
As if watching a video, she observed scenes unfolding in her mind, with hidden memories resurfacing. Long-lost memories emerged from the depths of her consciousness. Miya floated in endless darkness, questioning whether these memories were genuine.
She pondered whether she was merely dreaming, as none of what she observed¡ªthe castle and the dark world¡ªmade any logical sense to her. Despite this confusion, it all felt like a distant memory, something dormant and long forgotten.
Asami smiled and gently tickled her child in the crib, playing with her small hands and kissing her forehead. "My dear Yuzuki, one day you will become a goddess of the moon," Asami said with a smile, as she played with Yuzuki''s hands, causing the child to giggle and smile at her mother. Asami smirked while picking up her baby and holding her closely. "One day, my little one, you will be a powerful goddess like your mother. You will be the queen of this kingdom, just as I am now, and you will rule with absolute power and authority."
¡°Lady Asami, we have encountered an issue,¡± the guard reported as he entered the room. Asami turned to face her guard. ¡°What matter is so pressing that you must enter this room?¡± Asami inquired, fixing her gaze upon her royal guard, who swallowed nervously.
Another guard entered the room as he spoke. ¡°Ma''am, we have intruders.¡± Asami, not looking pleased, turned back to the crib and carefully placed her baby inside, covering her with a blanket. She then waved to her guard, exited the nursery, and proceeded down the hall to meet with the other guards.
Marcus struggled to breathe as the darkness around her started to fade, replaced by a bright white light. Gradually waking from a deep sleep, she rubbed her eyes to clear away the grogginess. With blurred and cloudy vision, Marcus began to discern shapes and colors, noticing that something felt unusual. Her body seemed heavy, but not entirely.
She was accustomed to feeling somewhat different, but this time the sensation was entirely new. Marcus could not pinpoint it; he knew that he was inherently divided, yet now he felt whole and complete.
Marcus grabbed his chest trying to open his eyes, she tossed and turned trying to wake, she grabbed clothing that was on her body pulling at it tossing about and kicking her feet, nightmares filled her mind.
She stirs in bed, trying to wake up. She uses her hands to clear any residue from her eyes and gradually opens them.
Marcus, also known as Miya, opened her eyes and looked around the unfamiliar room. She stared at the ceiling, pondering whether the dream she had experienced was real, a fabrication, or perhaps even a memory. She noticed she was wearing a dress and stockings, signaling a transformation from male to female.
Trying not to panic, Marcus closed his eyes and began to breathe slowly in and out. He started to recall the last few hours: the portal, the cheetah woman, and the slime girl who had cuffed him. He remembered being hit by a magic spell. "Was it that?" he thought. "Did she use magic on me and turn me into this?" he pondered again as he looked around the room.
Marcus found himself puzzled about his current situation. He questioned why he was in a bedroom instead of a dungeon and sought to understand the reasons for this situation. She did not have any explanations. A dream came to her mind; she was uncertain whether it was just a dream or something more significant. If it were a memory, she was unsure how to use that information. She needed answers and believed that the best source of information would be within the castle.
Marcus sat up in the bed, pulling their knees up and adjusting the hem of the dress to get comfortable. They looked around the room, observing the lanterns, furniture, and a mirror on the far side. It wasn''t long before someone knocked on the door, but Marcus remained seated, not responding to the knock.
Lyssa knocked again before opening the door and entering the room. She observed Miya, who was now awake and sitting on the bed with her knees drawn close to her chest. Miya''s eyes shifted around the room, briefly meeting Lyssa''s gaze before returning to the wall, remaining silent. Lyssa noted the unease in Miya''s demeanor.
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"Miya, is everything alright? I know you must be in shock after everything that happened earlier," Lyssa said, sitting on the edge of the bed, looking Miya in the eyes, and placing her hand on Miya''s shoulder to comfort her. Marcus looked back at Lyssa in astonishment upon hearing the name, realizing that it was neither his nor her name.
"My name is Marcus, not Miya. Why are you calling me by that name? And what have you done to me?" Marcus replied, appearing somewhat angry at Lyssa. Lyssa closed her eyes, sighed, then opened them again and gently petted Miya''s face with her hand.
"We needed to correctly address your gender, so I used magic to restore you to your original state before any harm was inflicted," Lyssa explained while making eye contact with Miya. Miya responded with a stern look, "I''m referring to the implanted memories in my head. That is highly inappropriate¡ªwhy did you do that? It was unnecessary!" Lyssa''s expression turned serious as she replied, "Neither Sora nor I implanted any memories into you. If you are recalling things, well..."
Miya moved to the edge, feeling uncomfortable with the manner in which Lyssa was speaking to her. She pondered whether Lyssa, who shared the same name as her best friend from her world, was part of a setup since their first meeting. Miya spoke, ¡°Perhaps I was born half and half; that is my origin. However, this does not justify changing my gender. Although I feel more aligned with myself now, it was unnecessary to go to such extremes. Are you my friend Lyssa from my original world? It seems like this was planned from the moment I met her. You even resemble her!¡±
Lyssa observed Miya''s confusion in light of recent events. Her primary concern was whether someone had imprinted memories on Miya or if her long-lost memories were resurfacing. She questioned whether this was a result of the mana in her system being repaired or if there was a more significant underlying cause. These issues required prompt attention and could not be overlooked.
"I do not have a connection to your friend from your world. I am concerned about the memories you are experiencing. Were you aware of having mana? We have detected disruptions, and this might be responsible for your mixed state, leading to resurfaced memories or potentially implanted ones. However, we did not implant them. Could you describe your dreams so we can analyze them and understand their meanings and potential implications?" Lyssa replied.
Miya blinked in surprise as she realized she had mana. The idea that her mana could affect her gender was significant. Reflecting on her past, she recalled always feeling like something was missing. She was born with characteristics of both, genders which doctors had attributed to a mutation. Learning that her mana might have been damaged and that she was born female was both surprising and unsettling for her.
"I was unaware that I possessed mana; it was not a concept in my world, nor did I think it was possible. My father told me that I was born half-and-half. I never really knew my mother as my father said she had died giving birth to me. Reflecting on it now, I realize my father never liked me and would mistreat me whenever he had the opportunity."
Lyssa crawled over to Miya, wrapped her arms around her, and pulled her into a hug as she spoke. "You no longer need to worry about your father, Miya. Lady Sora has adopted you as her child, so you will not have to worry about going home. However, these dreams or memories you have mentioned concern me. Could you please tell me about the dream, dear?"
Miya felt a bit uncomfortable as Lyssa embraced her. Miya''s dress turned slimy and began moving around her body. "What are you doing to me?" Miya exclaimed. Lyssa giggled and replied, "I am a slime girl; you will need to get used to this. You are alright. Now, please tell me about your dreams."
Miya mumbled, expressing her discomfort as the slimy substance moved around her body and into various places., Lyssa giggled and licked her lips, finding amusement in Miya''s predicament., ¡°Could you please stop? It feels really gross!" Miya implored, feeling repulsed by the sensation. Lyssa snickered and nodded her head, halting the movement of the slime, but unfortunately, her dress remained stained by the substance.
¡°The dream was quite strange, leaving me uncertain whether it was a recollection or a figment of my imagination. I am inclined to believe it was a dream, as I did not recognize any of the figures within it. The scene depicted a palace in a gloomy landscape, a red moon illuminating dark seas. A woman with red horns and black hair, whom I think was named Asami, seemed alarmingly real. Lyssa nodded as she ran her fingers over the slime on Miya''s dress, prompting it to move again. Miya shook her head, expressing her disapproval of Lyssa''s actions.
"Asami, the dark queen¡ªhow intriguing that you would know of her. I am convinced this was not merely a dream; it appears to be a genuine memory that has been forgotten. You might consider visiting the castle''s library to conduct some research on the dark Kingdom."
Lyssa captured Miya and cloaked her in a thick layer of slime. Miya cried out multiple times and fought to escape from Lyssa''s strong embrace, yet Lyssa did not relent, laughing sinisterly as she spread the slime over Miya''s form and forced it into various crevices. Miya''s demeanor clearly indicated her dissatisfaction with Lyssa''s behavior.
¡°You¡¯re quite the charming little one! I¡¯ve placed a beautiful Lolita dress in the closet for you; you can slip into it before your trip to the library. The slime will linger on you for around 15 to 30 minutes before it vanishes. If you need to reach out to me or Lady Sora, we¡¯ll be in the main hall of the castle, just to the right when you leave the library!¡± Miya glared at Lyssa as she disentangled herself from the slime on her.
Lyssa departed the room with a smirk and a wave, leaving Miya struggling on the bed, ensnared by the slime that enveloped her. Most of her body was covered, with her ankles tightly bound, preventing any attempt to escape. Miya let out a heavy sigh as she endeavored to free herself from the viscous substance. Her gaze drifted toward the closet, where a dress awaited her, and she longed to change into it, yet the slime''s grip rendered her immobile.
After several minutes, the slime began to recede from Miya''s body, gradually being absorbed into her skin and the crevices of her form. As she sat up on the bed, she felt a sense of liberation, albeit accompanied by a lingering disgust from the experience of being trapped in the slime. ¡°I sincerely hope that I will not have to endure such an experience again, as it is exceedingly uncomfortable.¡±
Miya made her way to the closet and took down a dress from a hook, gently removing it from its hanger. The dress was indeed lovely. Yet, as she extracted the hanger, she discovered a dark purple bra and panties still affixed to it. Miya gazed at them with considerable distaste, observing the slime that oozed from the items, and felt an overwhelming unease about putting them on.
The bra and panties leaped from the hanger, adhering to Miya''s body as if they were magnetically drawn to her skin. In a state of panic, Miya screamed and tugged at the panties in an attempt to remove them, but they clung stubbornly to her. The more she struggled, the tighter they seemed to grip her. Eventually, Miya sighed in resignation, ceasing her efforts to dislodge them, and proceeded to put on her stockings and the Lolita dress.
Miya appeared rather discontent as she stood before the mirror, observing her reflection. The sensation of the slimy material beneath her dress wriggled against her skin, evoking a sense of revulsion. As she gazed at her image, the viscous substance shifted around her form. With a sigh, she shook her head and turned to examine the dress she was wearing.
After slipping her feet into a pair of shoes, Miya exited her room and made her way to the library, eager to investigate the contents of her dream and, with any luck, discover the reality behind it.
Chapter 4 The Hidden Secrets and Truths
After shutting the door to her room, Miya ventured into the hallway of the castle. She walked down the initial corridor and took a left, uncovering additional hallways that extended deeper into the structure. As she wandered through the maze of corridors, she became increasingly disoriented, failing to find her way to the library. Despite her determination and many turns, the library continued to evade her search.
As she walked, Miya sighed quietly, realizing that the castle was much more expensive than she had imagined. She mused, "I ought to have asked Lyssa for directions to the library, but knowing her, she would have diverted the conversation to her slime activities!" With a heavy sigh, Miya continued her journey through the corridors.
As Miya traversed the corridors, she paused at one of the castle''s windows, gazing out at the relentless downpour. She contemplated the duration of her stay since her arrival, placing her hand against the glass as she peered outside. A wave of nostalgia washed over her as she thought of her friend Lyssa back home and her former job. Tears began to stream down her cheeks as these memories flooded her mind.
With a wistful expression, Miya looked out the window at the falling rain, feeling a deep sense of homesickness and confusion. Suddenly, she became aware of a bouncing sound approaching her, accompanied by the sound of footsteps. As she turned her attention back to the window, the footsteps intensified until they finally came to a halt. "Lady Miya, is everything okay?"
Miya turned to the girl standing behind her and recognized her as a slime girl. Narrowing her eyes, Miya felt an overwhelming sense of fear and wanted nothing to do with her. ¡°Lady Miya, are you lost? I can assist you,¡± the girl offered. Miya shook her head in response to the girl''s inquiry.
¡°I am perfectly capable of locating the library on my own; I do not require assistance!¡± The slime girl observed Miya''s evident fear and sighed, shaking her head as she continued, ¡°Lady Miya, I assure you, I mean you no harm. If you need help finding the library, I can guide you. I promise I will not cause you any harm.¡± Miya glared at her, her anger rising. ¡°Oh really? Tell that to Lyssa, who has subjected me to slime-related incidents. I can¡¯t even remove the undergarments that came with this dress!¡± The slime girl responded with a giggle.
"You are aware of the Under Kingdom, are you not? Beneath the castle we currently occupy lies the realm of slimes, governed by Lady Lyssa. It would not be surprising if she had engaged with your form in some manner. However, there is no need for concern regarding your attire; I can assist in removing any remnants of slime, should you desire it."
Miya was taken aback by the girl''s response. "What exactly is the Under Kingdom, and are you familiar with a place referred to as the Dark Kingdom?" Miya inquired. The slime girl shook her head and explained, "The Under Kingdom consists of ancient cities and tunnels filled with slime grottos. These tunnels connect to every type of slime grotto, from crystal slimes to dark purple and even red slimes. All varieties of slimes inhabit that domain." Miya listened intently to the girl''s explanation.
Miya inquired, ¡°Is Lyssa the queen of the slimes in the underkingdom?¡± The slime girl, smirking, responded, ¡°In a sense, she holds that position, though we refer to her as Lady Lyssa or Mistress Lyssa rather than queen. She is indeed the leader of the slimes, having been chosen after our kind captured her and transformed her into a slime girl. One day, she ventured into the slimes'' grottos and unfortunately fell into one of our traps.¡± Miya gazed at her in shock, absorbing the revelation about Lyssa. ¡°I understand. By any chance, do you have knowledge of the dark kingdom?¡±
Feeling a sense of unease in the presence of the smiling slime girl, Miya replied, sensing that the girl might have sinister intentions. ¡°You should explore that topic on your own in the library. I possess some information about the Dark Kingdom, but it is limited. If you wish, I can guide you to the library!¡± With a sigh, Miya responded, ¡°I would appreciate your guidance.¡±
The slime girl approached Miya with a mischievous grin, her laughter echoing in the air. Miya, feeling a surge of fear, backed up against the window as the slime girl drew nearer. "I would be delighted to guide you," she said, her tone both playful and reassuring. "It may be a bit uncomfortable, but please endure it; I assure you it will be over quickly." Before Miya could protest, the slime girl enveloped her in a slick embrace, merging with her Lolita dress. Miya gasped as her attire became coated in slime, and to her astonishment, her dress began to speak. "Return the way you came, take a left, and avoid the right turn, as that would lead us into a hallway that does not lead to the library."
Turning left, Miya proceeded down the hallway that directed her to the library. She quickened her pace, with intent on uncovering details about her own identity and the Dark Kingdom. Her slime Lolita dress appeared to whisper warnings, urging her to avoid specific rooms along the way.
Miya hurried into the library, ultimately arriving at her intended location. Taking a deep breath, she paused to survey her surroundings before beginning to stroll along the aisles of bookshelves in search of information regarding the dark kingdom. As she moved her hand along the spines of the books, she diligently sought any material related to the dark kingdom.
While examining the extensive rows of books, Miya glided her hand along the shelves in pursuit of literature regarding the dark kingdom. Unfortunately, nothing seemed to attract her interest. As she persisted in her search, a book did catch her eye, but it turned out to be a manga about a moon kingdom. With a roll of her eyes, she continued her search for the correct volume.
Miya retrieved a book from the shelf and opened it. She began to examine its contents, turning the pages and reading the text within.
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The first book unfolds the narrative of a neglected dark kingdom. In a bygone era, a kingdom known as the Dark Kingdom thrived, characterized by its vast territories and diverse populace. This kingdom was distinguished as the nexus between worlds, governed by the Dark Queen, who presided over the gates of dimensions and was esteemed as one of the most powerful goddesses in history.
Miya blinked as she read through the book, understanding only half of its contents, while the remainder was inscribed in a language she could not decipher. Turning the page in hopes of uncovering more information, she found herself at an impasse. Shaking her head in frustration, she murmured, "So close; perhaps there are a few more books about the Dark Kingdom." With renewed determination, she began to search for additional literature, pulling several more volumes from the shelves.
With a stack of books cradled in her arms, she traversed the aisles, seeking any information related to the Dark Kingdom, gateways, or individuals from other worlds. Afterward, she made her way to a desk, where she placed the books down, set a few aside, and took a seat to delve into one of the texts.
Miya focused intently on the text within the book, comprehending the individual words yet feeling an overwhelming frustration at her inability to read them fluently. She longed for a means to translate the text so that she could fully engage with the material. The slime, which had taken the form of her dress, seemed to sense her thoughts and responded, ¡°These books possess magical properties, requiring mana for comprehension. You must channel your mana into the book to facilitate translation.¡±
With a sigh, she addressed the slime, ¡°How am I supposed to do that? I have never utilized mana before; this is all unfamiliar to me.¡± The slime chuckled lightly as it replied, ¡°Simply think of translating the words, and the book will interpret them for you. However, since your mana reserves are limited, I will assist you.¡± Miya gasped in alarm as she felt the slime, which was entwined with her clothing, penetrated her body, causing a sudden surge of energy as her mana pool replenished.
Before her eyes, the text began to transform into a language she could understand. A smirk crossed Miya''s face, though she mumbled in discomfort due to the slime''s presence as she sat at the desk, book in hand, finally able to read the contents before her.
Beyond the edges of the universe, one can find the imposing gates of the Dark Kingdom, an all-encompassing network of doorways that leads to various multidimensional realms. This intricate web of pathways connects to grand kingdoms and other worlds. Lady Asami, the goddess of the void, fate, and darkness, reigns supreme over this territory. She wields authority over numerous armies, a vast array of minions, and countless demons who heed her call. Her unwavering family comprises three dedicated guardians: Lillian, Lilith, and Zeroth, commonly referred to as Zy. These guardians are responsible for the safeguarding of specific entities. After a millennium of governance, Goddess Asami remains supported by her loyal protectors.It is believed that a Great War has erupted in the dark Kingdom, resulting in widespread devastation and leaving the realm in ruins. The ancient magical gateways have since been sealed, rendering travel between worlds impossible. Nevertheless, some individuals maintain that it may still be feasible to traverse to other worlds by utilizing the gateways from kingdoms linked to the ancient portals...Herein lies an illustration of the bleak territory of the shattered empire.
As Miya examined the ruins of the castle illustrated in the book, a profound sadness enveloped her. Tears started to fall from her eyes as she fixated on the castle. "Mama," she uttered, absentmindedly wiping her eyes when an unexpected thought struck her. "Wait, why did I just say that!"
A mystical rune seal emerged on the book''s page, radiating light upon hearing Miya''s words. She stared at the rune, unable to comprehend its sudden manifestation. As she delicately glided her fingers over the rune seal, it started to glow and pulse, resonating with her touch.
Meanwhile, the slime took note of the luminous rune in the book and quietly communicated with an unseen presence as Miya continued to trace her fingers along the rune. She contemplated the reason for its appearance, and as if responding to her thoughts, the seal slowly began to fade, morphing into an image that remained elusive to her understanding.
Miya noticed a striking new image of a woman adorned with horns, positioned amidst ancient ruins. The woman, brandishing a sword, seemed to be soaring through the air. While Miya could not definitively identify her, the figure felt oddly familiar. Flashes of memories flooded her mind, particularly a tender moment when the woman kissed her face and whispered, "I love you, my sweet baby girl!" Startled, Miya blinked and rubbed her eyes.
Miya experienced a sense of shock upon discovering the same woman from her dream illustrated in the book. Was this Asami truly the woman from her visions? She might have been her mother. Could she be linked to this dark kingdom? The pieces were not fitting together, and as sleepiness overtook her, Miya closed the book, placed it on the desk, and yawned, feeling increasingly weary.
¡°Lady Miya, it has come to my attention that Lady Sora requests your presence in the main hall. It would be prudent for you to rise and join her and Lady Lyssa.¡± Miya stifled another yawn and examined her dress while she listened to the slime. "How do you know this? I cannot even hear them!" the slime responded with a lighthearted giggle.
The concept is straightforward: every slime residing in the castle or the underkingdom is linked through a hive network. This connection enables us to hear each other and communicate information to individuals within our network. Lady Sora shares a bond with Lady Lyssa, thus establishing her connection. Furthermore, I am presently by your side, transmitting the message that Lyssa has just asked me to convey to you.
With a nod, Miya stood up and began to follow the directions given by the slime dress to the castle''s main hall, subsequently heading towards Sora''s bedroom, where the two were waiting for her. She walked through the corridors, making several turns before arriving at Sora''s bedroom. After knocking on the door, she was granted entry shortly thereafter.
As Miya stepped into the room, Sora quickly caught her, pulling her down onto the couch with a playful smirk. "Ah, my beloved daughter has arrived," Sora declared, eliciting a tiny squeak from Miya as she was drawn down. "Daughter!" Sora giggled, nodding enthusiastically while planting a kiss on Miya''s cheek. "Yes, my little one, you are now under my care!" With that, Sora encircled Miya''s neck with her hand and secured a collar around it.
Sora remarked with a playful tone, "With this beautiful collar adorning your neck, you are now mine, and no one can take you away from me!" She giggled as she gently caressed the collar around Miya''s neck before leaning in to kiss her once more.
Lyssa laughed softly while watching the two. "Miya, did you uncover anything in the library?" Miya nodded and answered, "Yes, I came across a book regarding the dark kingdom, but I was unable to read extensively. Thankfully, the lucky slime in my previous dress granted me some mana before Sora made me switch outfits."
Sora lovingly patted Miya. "I understood that you required a change of clothing, and I sensed that the dress was causing you discomfort. Now that you are wearing your new dress, I trust you feel more at ease." Miya smiled and nodded in response, saying, "Thank you, Mama!" Sora giggled, kissed Miya, and patted her affectionately once again.
As Miya drifted into slumber, she found herself nestled in Sora''s arms. Sora embraced her tightly, bestowing kisses and tender strokes upon her as she slept. Concurrently, Lyssa and Sora engaged in dialogue through the hive network, deliberating on methods to fortify Miya''s mana pool.