“…That concludes the report on Liza. Regarding the liquid that erupted from her nipple, we have confirmed that it has the pheromone of Hunger Phase 4, which is equivalent to the pre-death emission with an aphrodisiac effect. It is puzzling that it has a strong aphrodisiac effect despite being in a state of satiety, and we are analyzing it as we believe it has other effects and benefits.”
The researcher continued his report in a calm tone. The director nodded silently, listening intently with a serious expression.
“Next, I have a report on the feed we introduced.”
“Ah, that feed.”
“Yes, I would like you to check it directly.”
With that, the researcher walked towards a door labeled “Feed Husbandry Room.” The director, with a suspicious expression, followed him. The husbandry room had cells lined up, each containing a man restrained on a platform. They all looked almost like skin and bones, devoid of vitality.
The researcher stopped at the innermost cell. Although no one was restrained on the platform in that cell, a massive body, bound with chains so tightly that its skin was barely visible, lay on the floor.
“What is this?”
The creature, about 2 meters tall with a muscular greenish-brown body, was sleeping soundly.
“During the last introduction, it suddenly underwent rapid muscle hypertrophy and color change. However, due to Liza’s excessive energy absorption, it atrophied and was on the verge of death, so we had no choice but to re-administer the orc factor. The treatment succeeded in maintaining its life. Since then, as it recovered, its body expanded, and its color changed, stabilizing in its current state. There are still no signs of collapse. We have confirmed some decline in intelligence and issues with emotional control. However, there is no sign of brain atrophy, and it seems that its judgment has declined due to excessive sexual desire. Communication through language is still possible. The amount of energy it holds is increasing, and depending on its recovery speed, it might be able to provide all the feed for the succubus we are raising. We are currently analyzing the components of its semen, and if no issues are detected, we are considering using it as feed immediately, pending your approval…”
Listening to the researcher’s explanation, the director stared intently at the massive body before him. His expression was a mix of surprise and interest.
“Is the change only in appearance and energy?”
“Uh, no, its physical abilities have also improved in proportion to its body expansion… However, as you can see, it can be restrained with chains.”
“You mean it requires this many chains to keep it restrained.”
“Th-that is…”
The researcher faltered, averting his gaze. The director’s stern gaze cornered him.
“You put the breeding specimen in danger. This is a serious violation of regulations.”
“No way…”
“Why didn’t you stop? You should have immediately euthanized it, judging it as imminent explosion rather than rapid muscle hypertrophy.”
“Do you know the valuation of L11? Even if we sold your entire body, it wouldn’t cover it.”
“I-I’m truly sorry. B-but, considering the progress so far, it’s clear that there are significant differences from past collapses! If necessary, I will clearly present the evidence, so please grant me a reprieve…”
“I will evaluate your appropriate judgment.”
“Huh?”
The researcher, confused, tried to understand the meaning of the director’s words. Meanwhile, a look of joy appeared on the director’s face.
“Heh, to think it would be realized from such ‘a side job.'”
“Sorry, I don’t understand…”
“We have succeeded in artificially transforming a male specimen into an ogre. A new species of supernatural entity. You understand the significance of this, don’t you?”
“It’s still too early to call it a successful transformation into an ogre…”
“From now on, you will be working on replicating this experiment at the headquarters. If the experiment succeeds, we will overlook the regulation violation.”
“I will be at the headquarters? Then what about the succubus here…”
“You don’t seem to understand. It’s a promotion. You won’t have to take care of the succubus anymore. Congratulations. Hahaha.”
The director, laughing excitedly, gave instructions to the researcher. His voice was filled with uncontrollable joy.
“I will have someone come to pick you up by noon tomorrow. Prepare Ogre Zero for transport.”
“But, the succu…”
“Hahaha, this is amazing, amazing!”
The director abruptly ended the conversation and left the husbandry room, muttering to himself excitedly.
—Oh no, what should I do? This wasn’t supposed to happen… I expected to be reprimanded, but to be sent to the headquarters… From now on, will I have to spend every day tinkering with the green monster’s body?
—What will happen to the succubus? If I let the ogre violate the succubus, we might see unprecedented expansion.
The researcher stopped and took a deep breath. He felt anger slowly rising within him.
“A side job…”
His fists clenched naturally, trembling. His artistic creation was something no one else could replicate. He couldn’t let it be taken away.
“I won’t go to the headquarters…”
The researcher made up his mind. Without thinking about the future, he was only focused on letting the ogre violate the succubus and witnessing the expansion.
He left the husbandry room, walking down the hallway, deep in thought. The succubus hate the ogre’s semen. If I let it violate them recklessly, they won’t expand.
“If this hypothesis is correct… no…”
The time left was too short. There was only one chance. The researcher, cornered, had a mind sharpened by madness.
