After reaching level 70, Ryoka’s level-up pace began to slow down. Naturally, as levels increase, the amount of experience points required for the next level also rises.
Just brushing fingertips together wouldn’t even yield a single level in a day.
Well, Ryoka’s mother still has about ten months left. If she continues leveling up gradually without pushing herself too hard, it should be fine.
But such optimistic thoughts were shattered cruelly by reality.
One day, as the summer heat started to subside, Ryoka showed up after her part-time job, as usual—but her expression was different from usual.
“Welcome back, Ryoka. …Ryoka?”
Ryoka stood in the doorway, gazing at me with a serious expression. Her eyes were steady, unwavering.
“My mom has fallen into a coma.”
“…That’s sudden.”
“The petrification disease seems to have spread near her brain. The doctor says she probably has less than a month.”
“That’s… not much time.”
“So… I want to level up today. As much as I can in one night. Then I’ll head into the dungeon starting tomorrow.”
“Can you handle it? At worst, you could die.”
“I don’t care. If I don’t, my mom will die.”
With eyes full of determination, Ryoka stated her intentions. No matter what I said, she wouldn’t change her mind.
“If I die, I’m sorry. It’ll cause trouble for you, Tatsuya. I know it’s a selfish request. But this is the only way. There’s no other option. So, please.”
For once, Ryoka, usually so carefree, bowed her head seriously.
“It’s fine. I want your mom to survive too. Let’s do our best together.”
“Yeah. Thanks, Tatsuya.”
I welcomed Ryoka inside, and we sat facing each other on the bed.
“Experience points transfer in proportion to the area of contact. So tonight, let’s stay wrapped in each other’s arms until morning.”
I said this while taking off my jacket. Ryoka seemed somewhat dissatisfied.
“We’re not going all the way?”
“If we did, you’d definitely die. But if you think you can handle it, I’ll consider it.”
“You said it.”
Smirking slightly, Ryoka also removed her uniform, leaving her in her underwear. Her slender, long limbs were fully revealed.
Noticing my eyes glued to her, Ryoka grinned mischievously.
“You’re staring so hard.”
“…This is my first time doing something like this. Of course, I’d stare. By the way, the amount of experience transferred depends on my level of excitement too, so don’t provoke me too much.”
“I’d like to see you try.”
Ryoka leaned closer to me, pushing her chest upward. The soft curves strained against the fabric, looking as though they might spill out.
“Alright, get ready.”
I gently touched Ryoka’s shoulder with my right hand. Her smooth, slender, yet soft shoulder. Then her neck, then her cheek.
Soon, Ryoka’s body flushed red. She squirmed slightly, sitting upright, but didn’t let out a single sound.
“You’re amazing.”
“I-I’m fine… something like this is ea—ah!♡”
Ryoka tried to act tough, but she was clearly struggling against the pleasure. I reached out with my left hand and touched her thigh.
“Ahh♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡”
Her body wavered momentarily, but she managed to hold herself steady.
“You’re holding up well.”
“L-like it’s nothing♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡”
Though it was obvious she was far from okay, Ryoka kept putting on a brave face. Honestly, I respected her a bit.
“How’s your level? Is it going up?”
“E-eighty… three♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡…”
“It’s going up, but not fast enough to surpass 100 by morning.”
Given her mother’s condition, Ryoka wouldn’t hesitate to dive into the dungeon no matter the risks. For that, her level needed to reach at least 150 to ensure a margin of safety. Without proper gear, she would need to endure up to the 100th floor of the dungeon bare-handed.
“Ryoka, brace yourself.”
“What… are you…”
I pulled her close and embraced her fully. Her warm, soft body fit perfectly in my arms. The sweet scent of her hair mixed with a faint milky fragrance of her skin.
Ryoka writhed in my arms, her body trembling.
“How are you, Ryoka?”
“Fu… ninety… two♡♡♡♡♡…”
“You’re improving.”
The pace was good. If she could endure this, we’d make it. While I couldn’t imagine the intensity of her pleasure or her pain, I was sure Ryoka would endure it for her mother’s sake.
After some time, Ryoka squirmed, so I loosened my grip and looked at her face.
“Are you okay?”
“Haa… haa…♡♡♡…”
Ryoka wrapped her arms around my neck and climbed onto my lap, gazing at me with eyes that had completely melted.
“Ryoka, do you want to stop for a while?”
“…Don’t stop♡♡♡♡…”
Before I could react, Ryoka pressed her lips against mine.
This sudden gesture left me in a daze. Despite trying to pull away, her arms locked me in place. There was no way I could overpower someone with a higher level.
After about an hour of this, Ryoka, drenched in sweat, finally lost consciousness.
