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"The nearest would be the Sorcerer Kingdom. But about that..." The maid seemingly had doubts on their requests, as she would then take a good look at them. "I don't think you're around these plains now, are you?"

"Ah... But neither can I, if I have to witness you being lost to me first, Ainz... Human's life span is short compared to mine but if it's a price to be with you, I don't mind..."

"Ainz..." What's this? Is she... blushing? How can this be? Does being with him truly melts away her race's own limitations? "You shouldn't leave Albedo out of this, you know..."

What if I directly gave you a new head.

Turns out, even the wildest canine can be tamed with a little bit of affection. Or in this case, showers of them.

Well now, if this is all that is needed to keep her obedient and in check, she would've done this a long time ago. As long as Beta continues to be obedient and in check of course.

"Well, aren't you proper today? For that, I'll give you more than just pets, Lupusregina." She's giving her both head pats and rubs, along with the chin scratches too.

She knows what she likes. It's not hard to make her be embarrased while also asking for more.

Sighs in disbelief. "You didn't account for this, did you?"

"Would those vampires also include Lady Shalltear, who is present the most around the third floor, Lupusregina?" She remarked, clearly already seeing this how this kettle could explode.

"That would depend on what you consider as a 'tiny prank', Lupusregina. When Skul is no longer a toddler, then you can teach him whatever tricks you know." Yuri is serious about taking care of Skul. Guess it's her motherhood kicking in.

"And no pranks on my watch, Lupusregina." Already knowing that she'll teach Skul how to be a troublemaker, Yuri might as well would highlight her point.

Seems like Yuri is in a good mood today, as she merely gives a faint smile towards Beta's presence. "Why thank you, Lupusregina. I suppose it has been a rather eventful time lately, with me suddenly becoming a mother now. Of course, you're free to watch Skul over while I'm busy

“I suppose that’s true, though being Lord Ainz’s spouse should have its own significance as well.”