The Goddess Is Obsessed With Me Chapter 51

After successfully defeating Relic Ta, we visited a luxurious hotel near the beach.

The reason for this was that the person who issued this quest was a businessman who operated a hotel & service using the beachfront. So, we ca here strictly for business.

But it wasn’t as if we simply thought, ‘Let’s go because it feels right!’ We ca because the location of this hotel was specified in the quest docunt as the place for situation reports and other inquiries.

"Harold, how about taking a few days off here after we finish our work?"

However, with human desires at play, as we looked around, our primary mission seed less pressing.

"We haven’t had a proper break recently, right? All we did was work every day. So, since we're here, isn't it okay to relax in a place like this every once in a while?"

Erina was already enchanted by the hotel, her eyes shining. She tried to persuade with devilish whispers to take a vacation together.

"No."

However, hearing my firm response, she looked as dejected as a child whose wish was denied by her mother.

"W...why?"

Erina, who couldn't understand my feelings, drooped her shoulders and asked in a deflated voice.

Yet her reaction was not unfounded.

From Erina's perspective, unaware of my real situation, enjoying life day by day was all that mattered. But for , every day mattered because I needed to return to my original world as soon as possible. Even if there was a gap before the next main quest, considering the preparations required for the next mission, there was no ti to slack off here.

"I have another task given by the goddess, so I need to complete our work here as soon as possible and move on to fulfill that."

I tried to convince her with this fabricated reason, but she didn’t seem easily convinced.

"Ugh... I wanted to spend so quality ti with Harold, but if that's what you want, I can't stop you."

She eventually nodded, but her steps seed a bit weary.

"Considering the guests, everything looks expensive and luxurious."

After walking in silence for a while, she looked around and gave her opinion.

"Indeed."

Responding to her comnt, I also took a closer look at the building's interior and agreed with her assessnt.

Given that this was one of the top-tier resorts, the design was quite opulent. Decorations that made the walls shine, paintings, and ceramics lined up, each exuding an aura of luxury.

But in summary, my thoughts were simply, "It looks expensive."

It didn't seem like the product of human designers ticulously analyzing human psychology to create a calming atmosphere. Rather, it felt like they just "threw money at it" with fancy items everywhere.

"It seems to be here?"

As I was engrossed in these thoughts, Erina's voice pulled back, and I saw a door labeled 'Office' in front of us.

"Looks right. Let's go in."

We had finally arrived at the room we were looking for. I knocked lightly and entered.

"Excuse , we've completed the quest and ca to report."

Upon entering, a stern-looking female staff mber adjusted her glasses and scrutinized us closely.

"Ah, you're the ones who took the quest to deal with the unidentified sea monster. I'll send soone right away for verification."

Her voice was clear, almost as if reciting a rehearsed line, and she glanced at so docunts.

"Do you have proof that you defeated the monster?"

"The body should still be on the beach."

She nodded at this, then made a statent I wasn't particularly thrilled about.

"I'm sorry, but until everything is approved and the quest is officially marked as completed, you'll need to stay here."

While I was startled by this unexpected developnt, Erina, on the other hand, seed to light up.

"What? Why is that?!"

I was getting anxious, but the female staff mber seed slightly surprised at my reaction. She quickly adjusted her glasses and began explaining the reason. "Usually, there's a complex process required before a quest is posted on the guild's bulletin board."

"After multiple steps and reviews, only when everything is verified, does the guild approve the quest registration and post it on the board."

In other words, just as there are various interactions between a manufacturer and a store before an item is displayed, a quest must undergo scrutiny between the requester and the guild before being posted.

"However, in this case, we, in our urgency, went through those steps sowhat carelessly. So now, the guild needs to go through the proper review process."

To put it taphorically, it's like consuming food from a convenience store without paying or scanning the barcode; while it might be resolved if you just pay, the process is a bit more complex than usual.

"But don't worry, your paynt will be made imdiately, and this is not an illegal situation. It will just take so ti."

"The reason you have to stay is because this is a sowhat exceptional case. There could be issues while discussing with the guild, and the process has beco more complicated."

Though she used many words to explain, the bottom line was that Erina and I had to wait here for a while.

"The wait ti will be about 3 days. During that period, you'll need to stay at the facilities here. Of course, since this is our responsibility, we will cover the costs of accommodation and services."

I let out a deep sigh internally.

So, just as Erina wished, we found ourselves having to enjoy a vacation here, even if unwillingly. She seed delighted, far different from before.

Now, having gotten her wish to play here and on top of that being able to do so for free, she must be feeling quite at ease.

"So, can we use the facilities right away?!"

"Yes, of course. If you inform the counter, you'll be provided with a room of your choice."

Before she could finish, Erina excitedly pulled my hand and dragged down the hallway like an excited child.

Do we really have to take a forced vacation as Erina suggested?

I already needed ti for the next main quest, which was quite complicated.

But spending ti here was an unplanned detour, and it was frustrating.

"Ugh..."

And to top it all, the headache from the curse intensified.

I still felt so effects from the treatnt Mir had given , but it was clear that it was worsening.

Maybe I should genuinely take a break, recover, and enjoy?

There's no other choice, so might as well...

Feeling tired, I decided to enjoy a beach vacation with Erina. "Were you guys still here?"

After deciding to stay in this hotel for three days, we ran into Mir at the restaurant in the building.

"Mir? Why are you here?"

I greeted her casually, but Erina looked at Mir with a look of discomfort, as if she was an obstacle to her plans.

"I finished my business and thought I'd grab sothing to eat here, and just happened to find you guys."

She casually joined our table.

"Well, due to certain circumstances, we have to stay here for about 3 days."

I briefly explained our situation, but for so reason, Erina gave a sharp look.

"Hmm~ really?"

Mir responded with a suspicious smile and then said sowhat unnaturally,

"In fact, I was planning to enjoy a little vacation here. Since we've t by chance, why not spend ti together?"

"No, it's our ti. Stay out of it."

However, it was Erina who answered, not . The two exchanged sharp glances for a mont.

It felt like they were competing enemies, vying for a desired target, and it was uncomfortable to watch.

"So, all the more reason I should join. Do you think I'd leave you alone?"

Their invisible glares were so intense, it seed like lasers were shooting out. Quickly getting tired of their never-ending jealousy, I turned my head away in frustration. "Do you even consider my opinion at all?"

I thought I was getting a break, but it seed like I would have a tiring ti. In the end, I faced challenges right from the start of this uncomfortable vacation.

"Co to think of it, I didn't hear the result of the competition earlier."

After finishing our al, I was once again dragged to the beach, forced to witness the swimsuit attire of the two beauties.

Just a few hours ago, I was swayed by the waves, and now even the sound of the waves makes feel dizzy.

"Who's more captivating? We did agree to decide, right?"

The unkept promises of the past were now haunting .

Of course, the fact that my opinion was completely ignored due to their insistence made feel even more wronged.

"What do you think?"

Both Erina and Mir, with their alluring attire, tried to genuinely seduce .

"Uh..."

By now, I had developed so resistance, but if it had been yesterday, I would never have allowed them into my sight.

"There was a slight hiccup because of the sea monster, but now that it's over, you have to tell us."

Erina, declaring there's no way out, pressed her body against .

"Right, who's more attractive? It's , right?"

Mir also wrapped one arm around , not to be outdone by Erina.

I could barely look at her in her swimsuit, and this lively stimulus was still too much to handle.

But to get out of this dilemma, I couldn't even imagine what would happen if I declared a winner in their frivolous bet.

Choosing Erina ant facing whatever wrath the ancient dragon had, which was a terrifying thought.

And if I chose Mir, I couldn't predict how my longti travel companion might react, feeling betrayed.

"If we can't decide, let's just say it's a tie-"

"NO!!"

Both of them vehently rejected my attempt to dodge the question.

The best thing I could do was sohow create a situation that would lead to a draw.

But I couldn't think of a way to do that...

"Look, people are gathering around that monster's corpse. Maybe it's the verification process the hotel staff ntioned earlier..."

I pointed out the relic titan's corpse surrounded by what looked like guild mbers and tourists, but...

"Don't change the subject. If you try to stall, I'll make sure you give an answer."

Erina, determined to get an answer, kept pushing.

Under the pressure from the two girls demanding a quick response, I fell silent.

No matter how much I thought, I couldn't co up with an excuse. So, do I have to choose one of them?

Thump!

Suddenly, my heart raced, and familiar pain surged.

"Harold?!"

"What's wrong?!"

They began to worry as I knelt down, clutching my chest in pain.

It seed like the effects of the curse were returning, even though Mir had said I'd be fine for a while.

Perhaps the effect was shorter than I thought.

Though the pain was less intense than before Mir's treatnt, it was still excruciating.

"It seems the effect was shorter than I anticipated..."

Mir, understanding the situation, pondered deeply.

"Harold, are you okay?"

Erina, holding , looked worried.

"If that's the case, I'll have to renew the effect. There's no other way."

Then, with a suspicious smile, Mir grabbed my face to prevent from turning away.

"Mir?!"

At this mont, it seed like Mir was about to repeat that embarrassing act from before.

"What are you two up to?"

Erina looked suspicious and worried.

I had only vaguely explained to her that "Mir had found a way to treat ," without detailing how.

Because the thod to alleviate the pain of the curse was a deep kiss, and who knows what would happen if she found out...

But judging from Mir's actions and deanor, she's about to cross that line under the pretext of treatnt, right in front of Erina. "Just stay still, you know this is for your sake, right?"

Yes, but... at least this should only be done when it's just the two of us.

Before I could protest, I felt a soft touch on my lips...

"Mmph?!"

Mir forcibly took my lips, and as I expected, it clearly revealed the nature of our relationship in front of Erina.

"Wha?!"

Having witnessed that, Erina opened her mouth in disbelief and widened her eyes. However, that shock soon gave way to a dark gaze I once feared from her.

"Pff...”

The unpleasant feeling being sucked out from within ends, and a faint silvery thread that connected our parted lips is visible.

"Hehe, you'll be okay now. But it seems the effect lasts shorter than I anticipated. Perhaps we should do this again tomorrow~?"

Ignoring the girl beside us, who's clearly out of breath, Mir, acting unusually relaxed, brushes past my shoulder and whispers sweetly in my ear.

"What... did you two just do...?"

Erina, who had been lenient until now, seed to think this was crossing a clear boundary. It felt like a dark aura was emanating from her.

This is bad... the one thing I hoped wouldn't happen, has happened...

"I've been trying to be more reserved because I thought Harold didn't see favorably... but this isn't right..."

I need to calm Erina down!

"Erina?! Let explain! Just listen to-"

Before I could continue, Mir interjected.

"I helped Harold because he was in pain from the curse. Since I consu darkness, I can alleviate the curse that's corroding him."

Saying this, she provocatively touches Erina's shoulder, further agitating her.

"What?"

Erina, with a look full of discontent, was on the verge of attacking Mir.

"This is the way Harold chose. If it wasn't for , you wouldn't be seeing a healthy Harold right now."

With a victorious smile, Mir whispers this and starts to walk away, leaving behind just taunts for Erina.

"Anyway, I'll let you win this ti. Enjoy your private ti."

"Regardless of what you do, Harold won't accept you anyway."

Leaving those taunting words behind, Mir heads towards the hotel. Erina can only watch her leave with a look of pure hatred.

And then, there was silence. The atmosphere beca incredibly tense, and I found myself speechless.

Soon after, with Mir completely out of sight and the beach bathed in twilight, only Erina and I remained.

"Harold,"

Although there was still so anger in her voice, she tried to control it when calling my na.

"Huh?"

Facing the now unexpectedly gentle Erina and responding, she lowered her head so I couldn't see her face and started walking.

"Let's go back and rest. I'll be in my room for the night."

Why was Erina so accepting of Mir's taunts? Normally, she would've lashed out at due to jealousy.

Her reaction when Mir kissed earlier felt much milder than I anticipated.

What happened?

Watching her retreating figure filled with pride yet diminished self-esteem, I too began to walk.

As ti passed and the sky darkened, I lay in bed staring at the ceiling, contemplating the night's events. Erina and I had separate rooms, so I was alone.

I recalled Erina's deanor on the beach and pondered deeply. Mostly, I wondered why she didn't fight back against Mir's provocations.

"It feels like it ended strangely... leaving a bitter taste."

Mumbling to myself, I closed my eyes.

After thinking for a while and failing to understand Erina's behavior, I decided not to dwell on it anymore. It would only give a headache. "I should talk more in detail tomorrow..."

One thing was clear, the day ended with lingering negative feelings. If I et her tomorrow, we must have a proper conversation.

With that thought, I relaxed my body, and my consciousness gradually faded.

Thud, thud.

Huh...?

While deep in sleep, a sound that bothers my ears slightly wakes up.

Rustle... shuffle...

The sound of sothing moving in the blanket, and my consciousness becos clearer.

Soone entered my room.

Who... is it...?

Before I could think further, I felt a weight on my waist.

Soone unknown was on top of .

"Who is it...?!"

I opened my eyes to identify the intruder, and...

"Erina...?"

A familiar face was in front of .

Even though I locked the door, I don't know how Erina got in. She was on top of , looking down with dark, empty eyes.

"Harold..."

Erina, calling my na with a voice filled with many emotions,

"Huh?"

When I responded with an awkward smile, she suddenly...

Snap!

"Ugh?!"

Without a question or warning, she binds my arms, taking away my freedom.

"Let's do it, right now."

With that, she begins undressing with piercing eyes.

"Do what?! What are you talking about?!"

I struggle to escape, but it's futile.

"I've been holding back all this ti... It's your fault, Harold..."

When she starts murmuring, I stop resisting to focus on her words.

"What did you say...?"

"I've been patient all this ti!"

Suddenly, tears stream down her face, and her sorrowful cry confuses .

Patient about what...?

"I wanted to have you my way, to love you as I wanted, to handle you even if you resisted..."

Before I could figure out the cause, Erina confesses why she has beco like this.

"But I kept holding back because I knew you didn't like force... I believed that one day we would share our true feelings."

"But I was wrong. No matter how much I suppressed my feelings and was gentle, our relationship didn't improve. Every ti, it felt like a constant setback."

She pauses and takes a deep breath.

"After all this ti, when I heard what Mir said today, I realized you wouldn't accept . To win you, force isn't a choice, it's a necessity."

She then softly bites my neck and whispers.

"Harold... you didn't really want to kiss Mir, right? You had no choice, you had to do it because there was no other way."

At her words, I kept my mouth shut because her words were too accurate. I couldn't confidently say 'yes'.

"Haha... I knew it..."

She took my silence as an affirmation. She increased the pressure on my arms.

"Ouch?! It hurts!"

"I'm sorry, but I won't stop. I've held back enough."

It seed she had no intention of letting go.

"You're the one at fault, Harold. I've always wanted and wished for you, but you always rejected , saying there were reasons."

In the end, we were both undressed, leaving two naked bodies in the room.

"This is the limit of my patience. I can't hold back anymore. If you won't accept willingly, I'll make you accept this way."

With a determined face mixed with seduction, she kissed , even more intensely than the kiss I shared with Mir earlier in the day. "Unfortunately, this ti you really won't be able to escape. There's nothing between you and now. If you don't want to feel it, just stare at the stain on the ceiling."

Holding tightly, Erina, who could finally smile, advised cheerfully.

"Or think about nas for a child. I'll end it quickly as an act of rcy ♡."

I will aim for a more story-oriented (?) progression from now on.

Lately, I feel like I've been dragging the story on.

I will try to show what I originally wanted to convey.

There are more added settings than planned, making it challenging to write, but I'll try to speed up.

Thank you sincerely to the readers who continue to follow despite the loose storyline.

Every ti I feel down, even a single encouraging comnt lifts up.