Chapter 54

After making Closel and Barak leave, I took a deep breath and decided to summon Focalor first.

"―I hereby command you, in the name of Norman, to appear as swiftly as the wind and show yourself within the magic circle. Come from wherever you are in the world, and answer all my questions rationally. Fulfill my wishes and make them a reality. Come forth―the 41st, Focalor!"

"It's been a while, Master."

Focalor appeared and bowed.

"Um, Focalor. I'm sorry to say this right after summoning you, but―"

Then I explained to Focalor that I needed to summon two demons to learn alchemy, and that I would have to ask him to leave again.

"I see. If it's your wish, Master, I have no choice."

He seemed calm on the surface, but upon closer inspection, his cheeks were slightly puffed out.

"Are you angry?"

"I would never be angry at Master. That would be most disrespectful."

"But it's written all over your face."

"Ugh... I apologize for showing my emotions. I should be a servant without feelings, like an angel."

"You're not even trying to hide your anger anymore."

"Ugh... If that's the case, I have a request, Master. Please help me control this disrespectful anger."

I don't know how to help you control your anger.

"I have no idea what to do."

"Well, I... I want to do what Closel often does..."

Focalor said this shyly.

What does Closel usually do?

I thought about it.

Could it be that?

"Orobas, you, get out of this room."

"Why!?"

Focalor directed a stern gaze at Orobas, who had been silent in the corner.

"Orobas, please, just go outside for a bit."

Now is the time to cheer Focalor up.

I want to fulfill Focalor's wishes as much as possible.

"Hehe, if it's Master's command, I'll go anywhere! Even into fire or water!"

With that, Orobas left the room energetically.

"So, Focalor, about your request."

"Yes?"

"Are you talking about the hugs that Closel often gives?"

Focalor nodded silently.

His cheeks were slightly flushed.

I've seen Focalor pull Closel away from me many times, but I never thought he had such desires.

"Um, okay, here we go."

As I said this, I opened my arms.

This feels really embarrassing.

Then, Focalor wrapped his arms around me tightly.

Due to the height difference, Focalor's chest was right at my face.

Oh no, this is bad.

"I serve you with all my heart, Master. Please don't forget that."

Focalor whispered this in my ear.

It felt incredibly ticklish.

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