I would like to say that it is a shame for a man not to eat.

　I'd like to say that, but Hercule is not hugging everyone.
　In the first place, he is not troubled by women.

　It is true that Bradamante is a beautiful woman, and if you ask me whether I want to hug her or not, of course I want to hug her, but that doesn't mean I'm careless enough to hug her right away.

But that doesn't mean I'd be so careless as to hold her right away... "By order of the Emperor of the Fulling?　Or by order of His Highness Ludwig?

　Hercule asked tentatively.
　Ludwig I didn't seem to be the type of man who liked this sort of thing, and Ludwig II didn't seem like the type to do it either.

　But there was no harm in asking.

"No way!　I was ordered to go and make friends. But you, Bradamante!　I would never spend the night with a man I didn't like, even if I was ordered to!

　She replied, twitching her cat ears.
　Hercule was well aware of Bradamante's military prowess.
　She is not a fool.

　...... doesn't seem to be the type to do belly tricks.

　So we can assume that this is her intention.

Can I assume that you're thinking of me?
"Of course!

　Bradamante replied with a slight blush on her face.

　In fact, I may or may not have an idea.
　When she was a prisoner of war, he had been hitting on her a lot.

　So it is not so strange that Bradamante is in love with her - not that he is conceited - but it is not so strange.

　But there is one thing that bothers me.

"But, Bradamante. I hear you are a knight of Fulling and a count. In that position, is it acceptable for you to spend the night with me?

"I think you're mistaken, Your Majesty.

　Bradamante said and stood up.
　Slowly, he approached Hercule.

　She was tall and her eyes were not far from Hercule's.

My allegiance remains to His Majesty the Fulling. But loyalty and love are two different things. I want to make love to you!

　And with that, Bradamante embraced Hercule.
　The approach was more passionate than she had imagined, which made Hercule a little upset.

(...... Ah, come to think of it, Fullerling had this kind of climate. To begin with.

　Hercule recalled the rumors he had heard about the s*xual situation in Fulling.
　I heard that cheating and adultery are rampant in that country.

　Because of the feudal system, husbands often leave their wives behind and go to war.
　As a result, wives who are left in charge of their wives often have mistresses while their husbands are away.

　In addition, the only knights who can marry are those who have a lord and a mansion.
　In order to get them, you need a lot of merit in battle. ...... Inevitably, young knights cannot marry.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.
　It's a good idea to have a good time.

It is not a man who does not accept that .......

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.
　Then Bradamante let out a small "Oh ......".

　The feeling of her shapely breasts being crushed by her own breastplate was quite pleasant.
　Hercule put his hand on Bradamante's chin and lifted her face.

"Mmm, chu......

　Their lips locked together, tongue to tongue, exchanging saliva.
　A silvery thread dripped from her lips.

"Shall we make love?
"...... Yes.

　Bradamante nodded, his eyes dazzling.




And that's how I came to have Bradamante in my arms. ...... I have no plans to marry her, she's just my mistress, don't worry about it.

"Huh. ......

　I'm not sure what to make of this.
　I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it'll be fine. ......

But Bradamante ...... told me that she is a count. Is it safe not to marry her?　Of course, this is my concern for her.

　Even if she doesn't marry, she can still have children.
　Even if they don't get married, they can still have children, and then Bradamante will be carrying a bastard.

　Unlike the Lemurian Empire, where Lemurian marriage laws existed, Karolina wondered if this would ever be allowed in the Fulling Kingdom (Empire).

I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.
"...... I see. It's just as they say, isn't it?

　Cheating and adultery are rampant.
　That's why husbands don't always wonder if their children are really their own.
　After all, he himself is having an affair.

　What is important in the Fullerling Kingdom (Empire) is not blood relationship, but "recognition".

　In the case of Bradamante, there is no doubt that he is her child when he is born from her belly, and since she herself owns a mansion and property, there is not much of a problem with inheritance.

　All that is left is for Hercule to recognize her.

　As long as Hercule recognizes her, the people around her will treat her as Hercule's child, even if they don't know where the child comes from.

　Bradamante does not seem to have any intention of switching from Fulling to Lemuria.
　It doesn't really matter if Bradamante's child is really Hercule's or not, as long as it is the son of his mistress and has no claim to the throne of Lemuria, and will eventually return to a faraway foreign country.

　As for Hercule, he had no hesitation in recognizing her child.



'By the way, was she experienced?
"Yeah?　I don't know.　I'm not particularly interested, so I didn't ask. ......

　There was no blood.
　However, it is a big mistake to judge her as a non-virgin just because she did not bleed.

　The virgin membrane is surprisingly easy to break.
　For a woman like Bradamante, who exercises regularly, it would not be surprising if it had been torn at some point in the past.

　However, from Hercule's point of view, whether Bradamante is a virgin or a non-virgin is rather unimportant.

(Well, that was nice. ......)

　Hercule remembered his affair with Bradamante.
　It seems that beastmen have a lot of strength and energy.

　Of all the women he had ever had, she was the most vigorous.
　The more vigorous she was, the longer she could last.

"You're thinking of the worst things again.

　It was Lunalie, who had remained silent until now, who interrupted Hercule.
　She sat back in her chair and looked dumbfounded.

　She sat back in her chair and looked dumbfounded. Hercule approached her and kissed her on the cheek.

Did I make you jealous?　I'm sorry.
I'm sorry. ...... And don't do that now.

　She pushed Hercule away from her with her hands.
　Then she said in an inarticulate voice.

"It's not good for your baby.

　Yes, Lunalie was pregnant.
　If she gave birth safely, this would be Hercule's second child (officially).

I don't think you need to be so nervous about this.

　Hercule pokes Lunalie's cheek with his finger.
　You can't be that nervous.

I'm worried that you'll get carried away.

　Hercule cowered.
　And now Scheherazade, a beautiful blonde ...... woman with long ears, interrupted.

The fact that Bradamante came at this time may have been just right.

　The burden of Lunalie's absence will fall on the other women.
　Scheherazade chuckled as she remembered that it had been a bit, well, a lot harder when Carolina was away.

　It was a relief that this time Bradamante had filled the void.

　Lunalie nodded in agreement with Scheherazade's opinion.

The most dangerous thing for the baby is you. I'm glad Count Bradamante is here.
You're rude. What do you think you're doing?
What do you think people are?

　Lunalie replied shortly.
　Hercule shrugged his shoulders.

　I'm sure you've heard of it.

"He will be the next king of Khayastan. Very important.
"If it's a boy, that is.

　When Hercule said this, Lunalie shook her head from side to side.

If it's a girl and I don't have a boy by the time I'm old, I'll be crowned queen. So you could be king. Very important.

"I see.

　Apparently, Lunalie was a little worried about losing the throne of Hayastan.
　The Lemurian Empire's control over Hayastan was growing stronger every year, so her concern was justified.

　Of course, Hercule has no intention of incorporating the Kingdom of Hayastan as a province at this time.

(Hayastan, Bulgaron, and Chelda ...... are all kingdoms with which I have a tyrannical alliance, but it would be appropriate to break the alliance after my death.

　No child has yet been born to take over the throne of Lemuria.
　However, Hercule did not have high hopes for his own child.

　Of course, he didn't expect it to be incompetent.
　But he didn't think they would be able to do what he did.

　The current vastness of the Lemurian Empire is maintained by Hercule's leadership and management skills.
　He thought that after Hercule's death or decline due to old age, the Empire would be forced to reduce its size to some extent.

　If the territory was going to be reduced anyway, the next best thing would be to soften it up with some inheritance.
　Especially with regard to the vassal states.

"Are you thinking of a name?

　Lunalie asked Hercule, who was thinking about the distant future.
　Hercule nodded.

Of course. I'm thinking of names for my children.
What?　I thought you only thought about s*x and war.
That's rude. ...... You'll be ready after the baby's born.
There, I said it.

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not.
　This is called an invitation.

I'm not joking, but I'm serious. What kind of name is ......?
If it's a boy, it's Juppiter. If it's a girl, it's Juno.


'...... Lemurian Mythology. Strengthening the Relationship between the Kingdom of Hayastan and Lemuria. Is that what you mean?
"Yes, it does.

　When Hercule answered, ......
　Surprisingly, Lunalie narrowed her eyes in a good mood.

Do you like it?
"I don't like the bluntness. I don't like to be blunt, but I'm relieved to see that you're willing to make good on your promise for now.

　If he didn't want to be the king of Hayastan, he wouldn't have taken the name from Lemurian mythology.
　That's what this is all about.

　Hercule smiled meaningfully at Lunalie.