The universe fractured, casting Marcus from the vortex into a strange new landscape. He was enveloped by concrete shrubs and trees, with a solid road extending in front of him. This road guided him toward a magnificent castle. As he took in the scenery, Marcus observed the sprawling concrete thoroughfares and the enormous castle that towered in the distance. It was a sight unlike any he had ever witnessed, dwarfing the castles he had only encountered in books or on screen.
He set off on foot, looking around in hopes of finding someone to speak with, as everything around him was unfamiliar. After walking for some time without encountering anyone, he noticed a woman who was walking and appreciating the sights of the castle, appearing to be on a patrol. He realized she was holding a certain type of chain in her left hand, which led him to decide to approach her.
A peculiar sensation washed over him as she gazed directly into his eyes and stated, “You do not belong here.” A slow, mounting panic began to seep into his consciousness as her golden eyes seemed to search his very soul. In his observation of her, he noted the presence of wet droplets trickling from her dress.
He looked down from her legs to the floor, noticing a water-like substance that began to move away from her and gradually come toward him. A wave of panic washed over him as he realized that this woman was a supernatural entity. She smirked at him, her smile widening as she walked closer. In a desperate reaction, he turned and sprinted away, seeking to escape for his life
In a frantic bid for survival, he sprinted away from the woman he had just met. Behind him, the distinct sound of high heels—tap, tap, tap—resonated, indicating her relentless pursuit. She maintained a swift walking pace, easily keeping up with his frantic escape
In a desperate bid for survival, Marcus took off, prompting the woman to follow suit. The chase unfolded like a classic game of cat and mouse, with Marcus as the hunted. He raced down the castle's concrete streets, striving to escape, yet she matched his speed with ease
As he increased his pace, she maintained her proximity to him. Upon turning a corner, he noticed that she was still closely trailing him. Despite his attempts to divert her attention, she persistently followed his every move. Realizing she was not far behind, he chose to conceal himself behind a tree, intending to wait for her to pass by
A few moments later, the woman had gone, and Marcus chose to leave the tree, setting off once more. He walked carefully, making an effort to remain undetected as he traversed the road. Looking around, he noticed that the woman was no longer present, leading him to believe he had successfully escaped her pursuit. He continued along the path, hoping to find signs of civilization, but instead found himself confronted with more roads that only led him back toward the castle.
Shortly thereafter, he arrived at the castle. As he approached, he observed a woman with spots adorning her skin and dirty blonde hair, dressed in a Lolita dress. He paused as she turned to face him, a smirk appearing on her lips as a scheme began to take shape in her mind. At that moment, the woman from earlier reappeared behind him.
Marcus was now encircled by the two women, and he understood that his chance to escape was quickly slipping away. His heart began to race as the woman with spots fixed her penetrating gaze on him. "Entry to this castle is not permitted; intruders will face immediate consequences," she asserted, her eyes never leaving him, while the other woman stealthily approached from behind. "I’m sorry for the intrusion; I didn’t mean to come here," Marcus said. The woman behind him retorted, "You didn’t just wander in; you are definitely intruding, and we will take care of that." The cheetah smirked and continued, "Yes, you will be dealt with soon." Marcus could only stare as he noticed the cheetah's hand starting to move.
She commenced reciting incantations, and an orb began to illuminate, gradually taking shape in her hand. As she infused the orb with magic, she cast a smirk at Marcus, preparing to hurl it in his direction. In response, Marcus felt a surge of panic and started to retreat slowly, but the woman behind him seized him, restraining him as the magical orb expanded in size.
The cheetah supported his face with her hands as he sank down before her, her eyes penetrating his. "If you are indeed innocent, then all shall be well." Marcus continued to stare at her, his vision dimming, while he could still hear some words being spoken, though not all were comprehensible.
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"Mistress Sora, how should I handle him?" Sora smiled as she addressed her guard, Lyssa, saying, "Confining him in the dungeon is essential; ensure he is securely locked away. I plan to utilize my magic to explore the depths of his soul." Lyssa acknowledged her instructions with a nod, hoisted Marcus onto her shoulder, and began her journey to the castle dungeon. Sora then turned and walked into her castle, heading towards a specific chamber.
Upon entering the dungeon room, Lyssa set Marcus down on the floor and attached chains to his arms. At that moment, Sora arrived, approached Lyssa, and knelt beside Marcus. She affixed a collar around his neck, locking it in place with a crystal pendant hanging from it. "Mistress, a collar?" Lyssa asked after she had secured the chains.
Sora smiled as she secured the collar in position. "MmmHmmm, let us converse in the castle for the time being and allow our new friend to rest. I have come across something that concerns me, and we must discuss it in the castle," she stated. The two of them then departed from Marcus, allowing him to continue his slumber.
Standing at the edge of the crystalline pool, Sora and Lyssa watched the unfolding life of Marcus before his entry into this realm. Lyssa focused her attention on the shimmering water. "Are you able to see it?" Sora asked, her gaze directed at the pool. Lyssa nodded in agreement, stating, "He is essentially more of a she, embodying a unique blend of both, which is not a common occurrence, and there exists a spark of mana within him." Sora responded with a nod of understanding.
The current imbalance of mana and the mixed energies are profoundly impacting her spirit, or his spirit. If this issue is not addressed, it could lead to the destruction of his entire life. I believe it is essential for me to intervene and rectify the situation. What are your thoughts? Lyssa smiled and replied, "A fusion with a slime could be the answer!" Sora nodded in response, saying, "Yes, we might be able to use slime to transform them into a fully female form with the help of laboratory equipment. The complete conversion into a slime girl can wait; my foremost concern is to remedy the mana damage affecting their bodies at this moment." Lyssa nodded in agreement.
It is acknowledged that addressing the gender issue would be beneficial; however, should the fusion with slime prove unsuccessful, we may need to resort to an alternative plan involving a slime ritual to ensure a complete transformation into a slime girl. This would necessitate conducting trials within the grottos. Sora smiled and nodded in agreement as she articulated her thoughts. "Indeed, I concur, and I would also like to appoint her as a devoted guard here at the castle," Lyssa remarked with amusement at the prospect of creating a new loyal protector.
Lyssa initiated the setup of the machines, readying Marcus for the impending transformation. With a sly smile, she acknowledged her task before departing for the laboratory. Meanwhile, Sora observed Marcus as he slumbered in the dungeon, a knowing grin on her face. "Before long, you will become my next devoted guardian and beyond!"
As Marcus emerged from his slumber, he found his vision clouded while he examined the surroundings of the room. Fragments of the last few hours slowly returned to him. He instinctively pulled at his arms, discovering they were secured by chains. In his attempts to free himself, he noticed the absence of keyholes in the shackles, raising his concern that these were no typical restraints. He let out a sigh and took in the minimalistic room, which contained only a few boxes and various objects. Marcus pondered how long he would remain in this confinement.
For a few hours, he sat with his arms secured above his head, eventually drifting into slumber. Upon entering the room, Lyssa walked over, released the chains binding Marcus's arms, and hoisted him onto her shoulder. She then made her way out of the dungeon and headed towards the castle's main laboratory.
Upon entering the laboratory, she commenced the process of undressing Marcus. Subsequently, she fitted him with stockings and a pair of women's shoes. Lyssa then extended her arm, lifted Marcus, and positioned him within a glass chamber brimming with dark purple slime. She meticulously coated his body with the slime before closing the chamber.
Lyssa proceeded to activate the machine, filling the chamber with an aura of magical energy. The dark purple slime glided around Marcus's body, crafting a dress as his gender fully transformed into female. Lyssa kept a watchful eye on Marcus, who was peacefully slumbering in the chamber as his body settled into its new identity.
Upon entering the laboratory, Sora made her way to Lyssa, who was attentively monitoring the situation. "I presume that it was effective?" Lyssa responded with a nod, confirming Sora's assumption. "So far, yes, but the mana does not seem stable at this moment, which could lead to complications in the future." Sora nodded in understanding.
As Marcus slept, Lyssa worked diligently, typing on the computer, while Sora monitored the bio readings displayed on the screen. "The progress is almost complete at 60%. The mana pools are maintained but remain unstable; she will not be able to use magic in her current state," Lyssa stated, observing her monitor.
"Do you think the body will mend over time?" Sora inquired. Lyssa smiled as she typed a few more keys on the computer. "The body is mending now," she explained. "Addressing the gender issue has initiated the healing process. Her body's mana is expected to recover gradually, but currently, her body cannot accept any new mana. Consequently, the mana pools within her body will not grow at this stage." Sora nodded in understanding.
"I want to understand why her mana was so disrupted that her body was torn between two genders, which should never happen to anyone," Sora stated while looking at the display. Lyssa shook her head and responded, "I am not sure why or how it happened, but I have repaired the damage and assigned her the proper gender. We might need to take a natural approach to grow her mana." Sora giggled at her guard's suggestion and replied, "So we will expose her to the crystals from the slime grottos and begin the ceremony to infuse her as a slime girl, thereby increasing her natural mana pool and creating a loyal guard." Lyssa smirked and nodded, acknowledging the idea.
"Perfect," Sora said as she spoke. "Proceed with the final adjustments and place her in her new room," Sora instructed, turning to leave the lab. "What do you want to call her now?" Lyssa asked, looking back at Sora. "Let's call her Miya," Sora responded. Lyssa smiled as she looked at Miya in the chamber. "Welcome to your new home, Miya," she said as Sora exited the room.