I Own A Brothel In Another World (Ch. 1-196)

Chapter 180 - Time to Expand

After taking in the shocking, quite unexpected sight, I take a look around to note any other changes that might have happened inside my mind during my brief absence. But, everything seems to be more or less as I remember it. The only other difference from the massive, not-so-family-friendly castle is the lack of the cosy cottage which served as Ailish's little home whenever she wanted to take a rest inside me.

"Maybe it's the result of your recent advancement?" Elea glances at me with a gentle smirk.

I scoff at her, with no ill intent, of course. "Yeah, right. We both know there's much more to that."

"This place responds to your mind, your imagination, does it not?" She chuckles lightly.

"With all due respect, perhaps I'm not exactly the holiest of saints inside my own head, but I'm not at the level where my brain constructs cock-castles as its most default structures." I roll my eyes. "Come on. Let's see what this is about before I change my mind."

My lovely Dark Elf companion slides her arm around mine, linking our elbows, and leads the way to the pink fortress of debauchery. Thankfully, it stands proud atop a pinkish, grassy hill, without any kind of defences like a moat or an additional wall, palisade, or whatever. It's pretty obvious that no one would expect any kind of trouble here.

But, just in case, perhaps I should ask Lumina about this too. I'm getting quite deep into the higher Tiers and the whole divine territory. If Lilith's soul echo can find a way in, even if only after bonding with me, there's a chance someone or something might try to do so forcefully. I'm not exactly sure what the consequence of such an event could be. I'd rather not turn stupid overnight without even realising.

We roam our gazes over the scenery, taking in the familiar sights. This entire pink world never fails at calming me down. Perhaps it has something to do with the fact that this is literally my soul, but I appreciate the feeling of being at peace. And while I could literally teleport the two of us to the front gate, or even inside the castle, walking side by side with Elea without the slightest hurry is more than simply enjoyable.

As we near the light pink structure, the circular gate of a much deeper shade of rosiness rumbles to life, opening before our eyes. I'm not even surprised that it recedes into the castle's walls as if revealing its opening to us while split in the middle. I can only shake my head at the unnecessary symbolism. Thank the Goddess there's no veil we have to push through.

Another thing we've been definitely expecting is the interior design and style. Everything is in various shades of pink, including the structure and the furniture. Round and oval windows decorate the walls interchangeably, with the latter adorned by bright rosy gems atop their arches. I swear the scarce window ledges underneath the circular openings resemble very specific tube-like appendages with thick tips at both ends.

I'm already getting dizzy from pure embarrassment.

Even though this whole place is new to me, it's not exactly unfamiliar. Since it's inside my Soul Realm, I naturally know it inside out. Therefore, I can easily lead Elea through the lewd corridors with perfect awareness of where we are heading. While moving towards what I imagine is the throne room, we pass by a hallway full of detailed statues and paintings. Obviously, they depict yours truly. And obviously, they lack any clothes.

Elea sends me a few amused smiles as I try not to glare at every single piece of art, hugging my arm closer. At least, a little bit further in, the choice of decoration stops being so monotonous and the depictions of my beloved wives, mates, and those I care about the most join my own. We pause by a few that show Elea and admire the fine works. Some do ring a bell and we realise that they almost copy Neira's masterpieces.