I Made a Contract with a Devil, but the Price is Strange

The wave made of flames undulated. The fire that spread out as if to burn everything around it engulfed the Goblin King.

“Kieeeeaak—!”

The Goblin King screamed at the intense heat melting its skin. A human head that had popped out of its mouth rolled on the floor.

Thud-

It threw away the body parts it held in its hands. The Goblin King stood up and looked around.

“Burn.”

The moment our eyes met, I shouted. Along with the feeling of magic power draining, flames rose above its eyelids.

“Kirakaaaa—!”

The Goblin King screamed and staggered. I couldn’t completely burn both of its eyeballs. But I had definitely damaged its corneas, so its vision would be limited.

As expected, as enemies became stronger, the power of ‘Burn’ gradually decreased. I’m not sure if I’ll be able to use it later.

Swoosh—!

Arms and legs of people flew around me. I narrowly avoided them. The parts that hit the floor were crushed, scattering blood and flesh everywhere.

“Withdraw.”

When the wave of flames passed the Goblin King, I immediately recalled it. I could feel a little magic power returning.

“Flame.”

I ignited a flame in my hand again. I sent the burning flame forward. The undulating flame flew and burned the Goblin King’s body.

“Kieeeuuugh—!”

Swoosh— Swoosh— Swoosh—!

The Goblin King wildly swung both arms. There was nothing it could do right now.

Its eyes were half-burned so it couldn’t see properly, and its entire body was covered in blisters from burns.

It kept moving as if trying to do something, but it was all in vain. I was just continuing to torment it by sending flames from afar.

‘Is it really okay for it to be this easy?’

Fighting a group of goblins was actually harder. At least then, there was more to think about.

I stared blankly at the burning Goblin King like someone watching a fire. The battle was so bland that I could afford such leisure.

“Kuaaaak—!”

It was during this time. Suddenly, it screamed while looking at the ceiling and began to charge. It seemed like a last desperate attempt.

Thud- Thud- Thud—!

Somehow, it came running exactly in my direction. It probably heard the sound of me speaking.

Swoosh-

A fierce wind passed behind my back. My hair stood on end. It was a sense of crisis I hadn’t felt in a very long time.

Bang—!

A thunderous sound came belatedly. I stood up and turned my head. I could see the Goblin King embedded in the wall. It was still twitching, so it wasn’t dead yet.

“Flame.”

I summoned a flame again and sent it toward the creature. This time, I aimed for its head to make sure it died.

Sizzle-

The sound of flesh cooking and the smell of burning spread throughout the place.

“Keruuugh…”

『Achievement: Guardian, Goblin King Slain has been accomplished.』

Words appeared along with the creature’s death throes.

『As a result of achieving this, you can select one ability to increase.』

I didn’t know there were abilities. Since they weren’t displayed in the status window at all, I thought there was no such system.

『Currently selectable abilities』
『Health』 『Strength』 『Agility』 『Magic Power』 『Stamina』

A choice suddenly presented. This was a problem that didn’t need contemplation.

『Magic Power has been selected.』

While killing the Goblin King, my magic power was nearly depleted. If I had held out a little longer, I might have been in danger due to running out of magic power.

I raised the corners of my mouth at the feeling of abundant magic power filling my body. After enjoying the pleasure for a moment, I took out a dagger from my chest.

Slash-

I approached the Goblin King’s corpse and slit its chest. I took out the magic stone from inside and then walked around searching the bodies.

“Ugh.”

I thought I had seen all kinds of horrible sights since coming here. But the scene of people being torn apart and food spilling from pieces of intestines was something I still couldn’t get used to.

While searching the bodies, I went through pockets and took out a cigarette.

“Flame.”

I summoned a flame on my finger to light the cigarette. As I took a long drag, the smell improved a bit.

‘I wonder if I’m getting addicted to this.’

While smoking, I found and collected a few more pouches. There were weapons and armor too, but I discarded them all. Such things wouldn’t fetch even 1 silver.

“Did I get everything?”

I stood in front of the door and looked back. I slowly looked around the room and then turned back to push the door. The large door opened as I extended my arm.

Rumble-

A green forest unfolded beyond it. Finally, I had escaped from the goblin cave, which was called the beginner’s area.

I would have liked to explore more, but excess is harmful. Until now, it was no different from a tutorial to adapt to the labyrinth.

Besides, I didn’t have much magic power left. It meant I could die unluckily if I indulged my curiosity. Regrettable, but for today, this was as far as I would go.

I turned around and went back through the door. Originally, the floor where the Goblin King resided should have appeared, but it was the 4th floor directly.

『4F』

The guardian was literally there to prevent entry to the next floor. Since I had already defeated it once, there was no need to face it again.

『3F』

‘People are starting to appear again.’

When I first entered, there wasn’t a person to be found. But now, quite a few miners were occupying the holes.

Did they know the hobgoblin had been killed? Or did they come because they had no money for food and drink today? Somehow, I felt it was the latter. Money was frightening even here.

I took my eyes off the miners who had taken positions in front of the holes. I vowed never to become like that, even if it meant death.

“After calculation, 24 silver.”

Twenty-four silver coins were handed over with the employee’s words.

I reached out and put the coins one by one into my pocket. I tried to act calm, but honestly, my hands trembled a bit. It was because I was excited.

It was just yesterday that I earned 6 silver from killing the hobgoblin. In just one day, my income had increased by 4 times.

Of course, there was a reason for this. The guardian’s magic stone was inherently valuable. That’s probably why it was assessed at such a high price.

‘I probably won’t be able to earn this much next time.’

The money I had collected so far.
The money obtained from looting corpses.
The money earned from the Goblin King’s magic stone.

Adding it all up, it exceeded 50 silver. It wasn’t a lot, but it wasn’t little by mercenary standards either.

“Welcome back?”

After receiving the calculation, I immediately returned to the inn. After sitting at an empty table, I ordered food and alcohol from Muffin.

“Here’s the stew and meat you ordered. And beer. Enjoy your meal.”

“Muffin.”

“Yes?”

I took out a silver coin and tossed it to her as she was about to turn around. Despite it being given suddenly, she caught it well.

“What’s this?”

“A tip. They say joy should be shared.”

“You must have had a good day. Thank you.”

Muffin grinned and went back to her server duties. I took out a cigarette from my chest and put it in my mouth.

“Ah.”

I opened my mouth as I was about to ignite my finger. The cigarette fell to the floor, but now wasn’t the time to worry about that.

‘Fuck. That was close…’

Cold sweat ran down my back. I had almost used my ability in the inn. If I had, it would have revealed that I was a devil contractor.

In the Labyrinth City, they don’t automatically arrest you for being a devil contractor. But people’s gazes are another story. There was no reason to create unnecessary trouble.

I rubbed my face.

It seemed I had become addicted to cigarettes, and that was true. Or maybe I was too excited about the unexpected income. Or perhaps it was because the alcohol had put me in a good mood.

Whatever the reason, I had almost made a mistake. I had just said I would be careful, but I was doing such stupid things.

Gulp gulp-

I downed the beer. A bitter taste lingered on my tongue. After hurriedly eating the remaining food, I stood up.

“Prepare warm water for me.”

I said to Muffin and held out a coin, but she shook her head.

“I won’t take it today. You said joy should be shared, right?”

“…Thank you.”

After washing my body with the warm water Muffin prepared, I climbed up the stairs. I locked the door and sat on the bed.

“Phew.”

This would be the third time I offered payment, but I still wasn’t used to it.

Gulp-

Just imagining meeting Egun made my dick erect.

It felt not like meeting a contracted devil, but like waiting for a girlfriend. Like that period when you’ve just started dating and are like animals.

『Are you ready to pay the price?』

I nodded without hesitation at the message that appeared before me. The space in front of me blazed. A portal gradually formed, and a red leg emerged.

Click click-

The slowly approaching sound of high heels. My heart pounded along with that noise. Egun fully revealed herself.

『Romon.』

“Lady Egun.”

She didn’t say much else. She simply approached me, grabbed my chin, and immediately kissed me.

“Smooch…♡”

Like birds touching beaks, our lips met. Egun’s lips enveloped mine.

“Smooch, smooch… slurp… chu… smooch, slurp…♡”

Then she extended her tongue first. Her red tongue entered between my lips and began to explore my mouth.

We kissed deeply. Like lovers who loved each other.

“Slurp, chu… slurp… smooch, chu… chu chu….♡”

Just kissing like this was ecstatic, but today I wanted to take one more step.

Gulp-

I swallowed the saliva Egun passed to me. I slowly raised my hands that had been uncertain on my knees. My hand stopped in front of her large breasts.

Could I really touch them? What if Egun disliked it? What would happen then?

As I was contemplating this, she opened her eyes. The corners of Egun’s eyes curved into a crescent shape. Her hand came over the back of my hand and then placed it directly on her breast.

Squish-

“Hmm♡”