Oh fuck my head is killing me.

I woke up the next day with a pounding headache. With a deep groan I opened my eyes and wanted to get up. But as soon as I actually tried to move, it became very obvious that this was not the only thing hurting.

Owww…Ok note to myself…fucking and sleeping on a stone floor is not the best of all ideas.

It took some time before I had gotten over my dazed state to actually begin and move my body slowly. With careful movements I sat up and begun to orient myself. The first thing I noted was that the elf was still tied to the pillar. Since she seemed to still breath I assumed she fainted. Her body was covered by the blood from last night. It had formed crusts all over and made for quite the ghastly sight.

(Quimoira):”Good morning, Master”

If I had not been in such a state I would have most likely jumped at the sudden greeting. I recognized the voice of course but something about it had changed completely. Whenever I had heard the pet speak before there had been some fear or hesitation in it. Now it was a like a melody with a hint of teasing in it.

Isn't that a bit too much change for one night ?

With such a thought I wanted to turn around but I was grabbed firmly at the shoulders by smooth, slender fingers.

(Quimoira):”Your pet would appreciate it if you gave it a moment before you take a look at me, Master. ”

It took a moment for me to process what was going on. But it must have been answer enough for Quimoira since her fingers right away began to slide over my back and caressed it in a manner that sent pleasant shivers all over me. Just like a professional masseuse she worked on the hardened muscles that were plaguing me with pain while she spoke.

(Quimoira):”Master should probably take a look at what he missed last night. It was the same with his pet. Lost in the …moment.”

At her words I arched a brow but then remembered that there were indeed some blue windows that I had wiped away in the…fun of last night. As soon as I thought of them they sprang up in my vision again as if they had impatiently waited for their turn.

Oh well…. let's see what we got this time.

You pleased Goddess Sutara the demonic Goddess of corruption.

As reward she bestows on you the title:

Corrupter

(Me):”Huh… damn seems we got the attention of a dangerous sounding Lady.”

I said so with an annoyed tone. I knew that in such a world I would surely sooner or later come in contact with some godly people. But who knew it would be this soon. Apparently this had been enough for Quimoira since she begun to move. Her hands left me as she stood up. After a few moments I could hear the soft steps of bare foot on the stone floor as she walked around me and finally came into view. I could only stare in wonder at the first moment. I had seen the goblins go through big and small changes during their evolutions. But Quimoira certainly had the most impressive one so far. The first thing to catch the eye was the bloody crimson color that her hair had changed into. The stubble, that had grown over her time in the dungeon, changed into a hand length. Of course it was all messed up which gave her a pretty wild impression. From beneath that fiery storm I could actually see two elf ears. They had actually regrown! Though they were not the usual kind. They seemed somewhat sharper around the edges and the tip had a blackish coloring. Realizing what that would mean I looked her over quickly. Indeed, all the scars and blemishes that the elves had inflicted on her had similarly vanished with the only exception being that she still was too thin. All that I saw now was pure, white skin that stretched over a teasingly posing and shifting body, she seemed to enjoy herself as I took in the sight. The only place where her skin was not white was her hands. The nails of her fingers were of a similar crimson as her hair and ended in pretty sharp looking tips. Meanwhile the skin there had changed to a deep black that extended up towards her forearms where it slowly dissipated in smoke like tendrils which went up to her shoulders.

(Quimoira):”Does it please the Master to see his new pet?”

My observations were suddenly interrupted with her question. My gaze moved back up and this was the part that astounded me the most. I had always been sure that she could be a thoroughly beautiful woman if not for her past. But now I was proven right. What I saw now was a cute, heart shaped face. Deep red lips curled into a smile as that seemingly lit up her whole being and her nearly ice blue eyes were locked onto me firmly. The whole change in look and personality was simply overwhelming.

Can someone really change that much with one evolution ?

I asked myself this, but as I kept on looking I soon realized that it was not really the case. Her movements, although teasing and showing off, still went stiff at certain moments. The expression in her face shadowed with flickers of uncertainness as I remained still, though she did a good job to hide most of it.

Ahh that is it….. it´s just like a skill... her nature of a demon.

I was pretty sure that I had hit the nail when I came to that conclusion. At that point I tried to use my skill to have a look at her status but I was suddenly hit by a firm headache and crouched for a moment while holding onto my head with a grown. I was startled by this and quickly cancelled the skill. My pet as well, as she saw me go down like that hurried over.

(Quimoira):”Master? What is wrong ?”

(Me):”Ah nothing, it seems I am a little bit too tired still. ”

I answered her and waved off, which was when I saw a new mark on the back of my hand. It looked like a thorn circle. Confused I kept staring at it and slowly turned my hand until I heard a chuckle from Quimoira.

(Quimoira):”It seems Master did not quite finish with everything new? Your pet was told that everything would be explained. ”

I shot her a glance and saw that she was pointing at her throat, where two similar black thornvine marks formed a circle much like a tattooed collar.

Huh wait ? Where did the slave collar go !

It seemed that there was still much more so I quickly went to the next blue window.

For your deed of corrupting an half elf you are rewarded by Goddess Sutara

The Demonic Elf Quimoira joins your dungeon.

The Demonic Elf Quimoira has agreed to become a divine vow bound slave.

I was slightly confused at the whole thing. But there was one part that I was most concerned about.

(Me):”So what does it mean that you are now a divine vow whatever? Also it seems you know some things. Explain.”

At my remark she smiled slightly and stroked over her throat, the fingertips caressing along the lines of her imprinted mark.

(Quimoira):”After my evolution the Goddess appeared in my dream. She talked with me about various things. She mentioned that you, Master, had aroused her interest. She does not like the elven gods and seemed fit to give a little boon to your actions. This mark is basically a divine version of the collar and locked onto you personally. You should be able to control it much like a spell but it cannot be transferred, broken or traded unless another god steps in forcefully. With this my life lays in your hands.”

I listened to her explanation attentively. At the end she knelt in front of me and bowed her head down. Well to have a naked woman like that kneel in front of you is pretty stimulating… but..

Oh damn…. a demonic goddess is interested in what I do. Well I already assumed so from the title but... Why do I not like the sound of that? Oh well as long as she does not interfere too much it should be fine. There were still some things to ask and some blue windows left it seems but I suddenly let out a huge sneeze and shivered. Only then I realized how cold it felt right now. It would be better to get going and warm up some.

(Me):”Let's move, I need a hot bath to go over the other stuff. Besides someone should take some care of the elf before she dies.”

Quimoira quickly stood up and helped me on the way out With my muscles still being stiff and sore I most likely did not make all that of an impressive figure to the goblin guards that were waiting outside. Surely Gobar, the old busybody, had told them to stay there in case that anything happened that required help. The two goblins stared wide eyed at my pet, but soon enough realized that they were in front of their lord and bowed in greeting.

Well let's not have his kindness go unused.

(Me):”One of you tell the ones cooking to bring two portions of food to the baths. The other get some help and carry the elf inside there to the laboratory. No need to be too particular about her. Just make sure she doesn't die and such. Ask Gobar for direction on that.”

After issuing my orders to the goblins we right away paced towards the bath, ignoring of course all the open stares that were coming from the sides. I really wanted that bath and without much ado we barged in and I right away zoomed in on my pool. I kind of regretted now that I had made it the highest one. But a King has to uphold some appearance and all that.

(Me):”Ahh…. hot shit, this is what I need after that night...”

Well health before appearance had always been a good motto. With such words and a relieved sigh I settled into the steaming pool and stretched out. A soft laugh came from the side and with another splash Quimoira got inside as well, placing herself right besides myself. A light purr spilled from her lips as she leaned her head on my shoulder and pulled one leg across my midsection. As such I had the most pleasing bath time in my life. After satisfyingly ogling the treat I was given it was time to look through the rest of my messages.

Congratulations you have a new species

Demonic Elf

You have more than one species with differing language

Common Language unlocked

Hmmm well that is quite handy. I suppose it would be really an organizational problem. Pretty handy this stuff. Though how does this Common language thing work ?

The Common Language was bestowed upon the world by the God King.

Every race with a patron God or that is part of a dungeon will be able to speak it.

Truly a useful thing. I guess that fucks the poor sops that do not have either of those options even more. No wonder the Goblins were looked down upon. This language must be like a badge of the VIP club. By the way.... aren´t you a bit arbitrary with the information you give out? Well no matter… let´s go on.

You reached level 5

You gained:

3 Skill points

1 Evolution point

You reached level 5

Evaluation process is beginning

All dungeon activities are restrained.

Calculating….

You still have

5 Skill points

3 Evolution points

available. Calculation is stopped until all points are spent.

Gah…What's that ? Evaluation? What the hell is that supposed to be? Oh well seems I will have to get to that. But I should first make sure the goblins are taken care off. Who knows how long i'll be sleeping this time.

With that in mind I returned to enjoy the bath. Soon enough a few goblins marched in with plenty of food being carried between them. At the mere sight of it my stomach already begun to growl. The best part of it all was that we didn't even have to get out of the water. Although the goblins seemed to be somewhat apprehensive of my pet they still dutifully served us both with meals and drinks until we had enough. Thoroughly stuffed and with the warmth of the water I soon began to get drowsy. Sadly a certain someone came with work now.

(Gobar):”It gladdens me to see that the Lord is enjoying himself, but there are pressing matters to take care of. ”

On the slightly sharp tone of the old crook I sighed and looked at him. I hadn't even heard his staff on the stone floor. But of course I had been a bit too distracted.

(Me):”Well that is right indeed. Did anything happen meanwhile ?”

(Gobar):”The preparations for the first subjugation have concluded. Vierna has helped us with the organization and together with Gobtar she has selected the best scouts we have at disposal.”

Ah… right there was something..

I couldn't help but cringe slightly at the mention of the Drow. I had not seen her when I woke up and I had no idea how much she had seen. But seems she left soon enough to help. I decided to just gloss over this and go on.

(Me):”Good good, with kitty in tow they should be quite a force for an ambush.”

(Gobar):”Lord… the kitty is not within the dungeon currently. She left due to the beginning mating season a while ago. I had assumed you knew. Females of her species will around this time of the year invade various territories of their male counterparts and challenge them in combat until they find a satisfying partner. ”

So that's why I had not seen her around… right I didn't even notice with everything going on. I really have to step up my game. Just hope she comes back fine. Sounds like a pretty crazy mating season though.

(Me):”I see… in that case it should be fine to begin the expedition tomorrow. Make sure that they have everything they need. I might be sleeping for a while. Some kind of evaluation seems to take place after the last level up.”

Gobar frowned slightly as he heard that but nodded. It seems like he didn't know anything about this either. So we went on with other topics.

(Gobar):”The elf has been taken care off and left within the laboratory. She was cleaned, fed and the most serious wounds were treated to maintain her life.”

(Me):”Very good Gobar, I will shortly after the bath go there. I have a lot of things to do anyway before I go through the evaluation thing. Anything that needs my attention should be brought up before I tun in for the night.”

The old guy remained silent for a while before he turned his look to Quimoira. It was obvious that he was thinking about how to phrase his words.

(Me):”Out with it Gobar, you are curious about the pet aren't you? She has opened up to her darker ancestry.”

I actually saw a twitch on his eyebrow when I spoke those words. It was obvious that he seemed to fear the demonic part. But as always he had a rather good poker face about it. All the opposite to Quimoira. She actually grasped my shoulder firmer and it was obvious that the question brought some anxiety to her mind.

(Gobar):”That much is obvious, Lord. But how do you wish proceed with her… and how should she be treated from now on. As your Lady? ”

I let out a deep sigh at this and shook my head.

(Me):”Gobar, I already told you she is my pet. She will not be giving out any orders. Well not unless some certain things happen in the future…Anyway, for now have some clothes made for her. Also make sure she will be taught in the same way the goblins are currently taught. Combat and magic, if she wants to learn anything else or specific make sure she gets that lessons as well.”

Well the expressions on both of their faces were priceless at that moment.

Did they think I would just have her sit around all day and be a pretty bird in a cage?

(Me):”I promised you power didn´t I ? Learn, grow, train. We will battle in the future and you might want to kill some elves as well. Besides as my pet you should know some useful tricks to entertain me.”

I laughed heartily after that. We exchanged some more minor informations and I issued some orders. For one The female slaves were to be given to the scouts before they went out.

They should have enough strength now to be somewhat entertaining and not die under our fingers.

I still put out a stern warning though to not use too much force. It would be a waste after all. After that we enjoyed the bath just until some new makeshift clothes came for Quimoira and we finally got out. The clothes she got were of course better than that rag she had as a slave. But it still looked rather misshapen. Basically just a rough one piece dress made from pelts with some sandals. But now was not the point to be picky. It was time to get some work done. Leisurely we went towards the laboratory. After all I had to take a look at the state of my new guinea pig. Inside the said cave we indeed found the elf. What a sorry state she was in. The goblins had dumped her on a bed of simple grass with some spider silk ropes to bind her limbs. Not that this would be needed with the collar, but precaution is always prudent. She had been roughly cleaned and it seemed like one of the goblin mages had tended to her since the scabbed wounds had turned to scars. Of course our arrival had not gone by unnoticed either. The elf stared at us with wide open eyes that told of her terror. Most likely the past night had been one of the most if not the most frightening thing for this haughty princess. My pet stared at the elf as well but in her face I could actually read a sadistic glee over the others fright and a evil smile spread her lips.

(Quimoira):”So what has Master planned for the bitch ?”

As she asked that she actually paced over to her, looking her over much like a cat that was about to play with a mouse. It seemed that I truly had awoken her dark side thoroughly that night.

(Me):”Experiments, lots of experiments. I have to try out healing magic, mind magic, poisons and potions. You can play with her but don´t break her too much.It would be a pain to replace her.”

She laughed silently at that, apparently imagining what was to come for the elf. I bet she had pinned all her hate for the elves on this single female right now.

(Quimoira):”Will Master not need to do some of those things with the Goblins as well? There were some that looked at me with rather… discontent eyes. ”

The grin on her face at that moment was full blown psycho. I tilted my head for a moment and studied her before I channeled a wave of mana through the mark on my hand. At once she let out a pained, gurgling sound as she clutched towards her throat where the thron mark grew a note darker and bigger.

(Me):”I will make this clear now. What I need is a pet. Not a rabid beast. You will have toys to play with as you like. But the goblins are off limits. Of course you may defend yourself. But do not go wild on me. After all your deeds reflect on me as the owner.”

I kept the effect up a little while longer to make a point before I released it and waved her to come closer. She was breathing hard from the punishment, but there was a somewhat satisfied smile on her lips. Creepy, but hell that made me like her even more. She actually crawled over on all fours then and nuzzled against my thigh with a slight purr. Those demon genes sure knew how to make a tempting appeal and I reached down to stroke her leisurely. After some time I pulled away and moved over to where my alchemy equipment lay.

(Me):”We will continue the rest later… For now get up and come here. I have something for you.”

She promptly stood up on my order and moved closer to take a look at what I was putting on the table. I had stored away some of what I was producing in a clay pot and lifted that one now up onto a, more or less, free table. Taking of the lid off this thing let an intense smell of herbs and fat emerge from it. My pet actually pulled away a few steps and stopped to look at the thing with a doubting expression.

(Me):”That is a rather strong supplement for your body, it contains plenty of fat from the meat snails as well as various ingredients such as fruit and herbal extracts. You will take a bit every morning before you join the training. It should help your body to grow at a rapid pace…. though if you get lazy it will cause you to grow fat so be diligent.”

Basically it was a super protein and vitamin shake. Just even better through some nature mana being pumped in. That would make the body absorb it even better than normal. Sadly it had to be consumed quickly at my current level of skill since the mana would only hold within for a few days to a week. She quite openly was not all too happy about it but still nodded obediently. After that I spent a good few hours inside the lab. I mixed together the usual batch of potion for the trade with the Drow and after that were some poisons. Of course those were meant for the scouts, so I mostly made some with paralyzing or knockout effects. The only problem was that a headache begun to grow stronger and stronger. It seemed like the Evaluation was not taking my dilling nicely. So I called in for an early night. I had the pet return to my cave for now and went to place my body back inside its crystal container.

It´s always an interesting feeling to get sucked in and out of a body. Well then let´s see what I get to pick from this time. Show me the Evolution options!