*****

In a pure white space, not-so-healthy sounding cracks quietly resonate.

It's the sounds of my joints screaming for help.

''Whew...''

I had a bit of confidence going into this 'job' since I have experience, but it is indeed grinding on my mental and physical state. I can't get prolonged breaks, and even those breaks are quite meaningless because... there is nothing to see in this realm.

Just, a small gazebo—not very relaxing.

Still, I believe it is almost time they come out. I wonder just how much they have improved.

With the thought that this hell will finally end soon, I muster a final burst of strength and continue working on the laptop. On the outside, it might look as though I am playing various casual games, but this is actually how Eva chooses to manage the planet's order.

Having to do this constantly and without error is hard, even if they have been converted to games.

Of course, planets with more advanced technology will opt to have an AI to do these tasks so that their deity can escape being an overworked salaryman, but [Aria] hasn't reached that stage yet.

Right, didn't Eva mention something about one of her sworn sisters working on something similar and that she would get one soon? That's truly a relief.

''Hah...''

Right then, I sense the spacetime nearby being disturbed, and a sigh can be heard.

''Welcome back, Eva.'' I greet.

''...Aris.''

''My, if you insist on using our past names, I'll call you Lucia?''

''Lunaris...''

''That's about right.''

As I giggle, Eva flops down the chair opposite mine. Different from her usual appearance, this Eva seems a tad more relaxed, and... say... more enlightened?

It is as if she has found something meaningful in her life.

''Was bedding Hanako that good?''

''Mhm.''

When I directly ask her about it, Eva surprisingly doesn't act like a tsundere anymore. With a subtle longing gaze, the goddess stares into the distance.

''I understand that feeling—I really do. The way she dances on you every time would make you feel like you are out of this world.'' I utter. ''Everybody loves an unapologetically erotic girl...''

''Thank you.''

''Hm? Why suddenly?''

''If it were not for you, I would have been hesitating about the matter with Hanako. Thank you for giving me a break as well.''

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''No problem.'' I smile. ''You deserve to know what happened back then, you deserve a rest, and... I think it is only fair that you have a boost in this race.''

''Race?''

''The race to Hanako's heart, of course. Without me giving you Lucia's memories, you would have been stubborn either way.''

''...''

With this, we're equal, Lucia.

As of now, I have pretty much given up all of my advantages in this race, but I think this is fair. I had too much of an edge back then, after all.

"In any case, I will return to them now if you are ready to continue your work."

''Alright. You can go.''

''Mhm... one more thing. Have you talked about the planetary management AI with Hanako?''

''I have. The only problem is... Neveah is unavailable right now.''

''What?''

''Something had happened to her, it seems.''

That is quite concerning. Without an automatic system to stabilize the world's order, we will need to sacrifice one person to do this job, which is not an efficient strategy.

I'll have to figure this out with Hanako.

After finally bidding goodbye to Eva, I first return to Eva's private dimension, where she has spent her time with Hanako. Immediately upon entering the building, a distinct smell hits my nose.

''Hm... are they doing it right now?''

Feeling a bit shy, I click open the bedroom door regardless.

''Oh...''

''Mhmp...! Mhmp...''

''...''

Then, my eyes meet Hanako's hazy ones. For some reason, the hope of the world, the most important individual who can bring about the world's peace, is being erotically tied up and suspended in the middle of the room.

Immediately, I notice an unholy number of, let's say, interesting marks on her body, ones that signify her 'usages,' as Hanako would say.

Drool leaks out of her ball gag, and her incredible assets bounce freely every time she tries to move—it's truly eye candy.

*****

''Oh, Lunaris. You're back.''

''...Yes. I'm glad you all have improved.''

''Mhmp...!''

Um... instead of casually talking with each other like that, can you please let me off...?

Look, I know I'm guilty of indulging too much with Eva, but are you guys so salty that you would do this?

I mean, to be fair, I don't think anybody would love it after hearing that their lover went to get creampied a thousand times by (imaginary)gals. Oh, correction, Anna would.

In any case, they do seem mad, so I'll try to endure their punishment, I suppose.

As Luna comes into the room, she and my fiancés begin to discuss our newly found strength. Even if it's only a week or so, being under the effect of the fragment of divinity is seriously wacked.

Not only does our divinity gain a massive increase in size and quality, but our overall mindset has evolved as well. It's all because Eva teaches this mindset of being a deity during the training period. With it, I can already observe our party members being more decisive with their power, leading to better performance in combat.

How do I know this?

Well, Eva actually trains most of them personally with her clones, and she does let me observe them from time to time, so one could say that I was cheating on them, with permission, while they were painstakingly training.

Liana's scythe now moves like a reaper's scythe, inhumanely fast while deadly at the same time. Anna's shields can be cast almost instantly and have the capability to withstand an insane amount of pressure. Tina's singing now has become even more relaxing, empowering, and a bit addicting.

Sariel can drop nukes with her breaths, Emy's food can bribe the most tight-lipped sky in mere bites, and I...

I think I can make an ordinary person cum without touching them at all. I have certainly noticed my succubus-like aura has gotten a lot more potent. I know this since even Eva seems to be affected by it.

''No, seriously, I thought I improved a lot, but what happened with this bitch??''

Right then, I hear Liana's genuine complaint, which is full of confusion. Then, everybody's attention turns to me. As the twin-tailed elf approaches me, I can see her furrowed brows more clearly.

''Just look at this.''

''Mhmp...''

Liana uses telekinesis to turn my body sideways, exposing the heart crest on my belly, which she soon grabs.

''Look how dense that divinity is. Are you telling me she got this much from getting railed all day??''

'''' ... ''''

More than jealousy, they, including Liana, seem to just be baffled. Unfortunately, it is what it is.

''Hey, say something.''

As Liana removes my gag, a smile automatically blooms on my face.

''Ngh... if you need to sexually relieve yourself, don't be shy to take this holy slut for a quick shot—''

''Oi.''

Oh, crap. She's mad again, heheh... hm?

''Oh, my phone is ringing.''

Dad is calling me... what's going on?