Welcome to the Innocent World

"They all disappeared after going to the same place." 

I leaned in, intrigued. "And where's that?" 

Lily looked me dead in the eyes and said, "The Sorority House." 

I stood there, on the rooftop, facing Lily as the wind gently ruffled her hair. Her expression was serious—more serious than I'd ever seen her. She was always calm and collected, but now there was something weighing heavily on her mind. 

As soon as I heard that word I remembered the two girls who also invited me to that place. The way they practically threw themselves at me. I had a pretty good idea of what kind of event this would be. 

Lily, however, didn't waste any time getting to the point. "Austin...about the Sorority House." 

I raised an eyebrow, trying to look as cold and in control as possible. "Yeah, what about it?" 

"There's going to be an event. A—" 

"A huge party with tons of girls, and a heaven for boys right?" I interrupted her, my smirk betraying the confidence I didn't actually have.

"It's an event where they all gather for... fun. Dancing. Drinking. Whatever." I shrugged as if I knew everything already. 

Lily blinked, taken aback. Her eyes widened in surprise. "Yes, Master Zero! As expected from you! You already know what's happening, don't you? You truly are incredible." 

I cleared my throat, maintaining my cool, stoic exterior while mentally screaming, Oh crap, I had no idea! Still, I smirked, leaning against the rooftop railing with as much swagger as I could muster. "Of course, I know. It's my job to stay ahead of things, after all." 

She clapped her hands in awe, her expression practically glowing with admiration. "To think you've already figured it all out. And not only that, you're actually planning to attend. How brave of you, knowing the dangers involved!" 

Wait, dangers? My mind hit the brakes as her words sank in. But I couldn't falter now. I had to keep this charade going. I crossed my arms, nodding coolly. "Obviously. I had ask my informants to check it out in person. Who knows what could be happening there?" 

Oh God, what have I gotten myself into? I thought, trying to suppress the sweat forming on my forehead. I had imagined a night filled with fun, maybe some wild parties, but this was starting to sound way more complicated. What kind of danger were we talking about? 

Lily's face grew more serious as she explained. "It's much worse than it seems, Austin. The Sorority House... it's not just an ordinary party. It's a place where boys... vanish. They're invited in, have sex with the girls, and then—poof—they disappear without a trace." 

I felt my stomach drop. Vanish? I gulped, but my face remained as cold and detached as ever. "I see. So... after having sex, they disappear?" 

Lily nodded gravely, her voice hushed. "Exactly. It's like they're being lured in, used, and then... something happens. We don't know where they go, but it's clear that whatever is happening there is tied to some dark forces who always threaten to create chaos in our world." 

So much for a casual night of fun... My thoughts raced, but I kept a straight face. "I expected as much. That's why I'll be there. I need to protect people, stop whatever's going on." 

Lily looked at me like I was some sort of savior. "You're truly incredible, Austin. Most men would run at the thought of vanishing after sex, but you... you're walking into the lion's den without hesitation. To protect the world from chaos..." 

Oh God, I was just here for the fun... I thought, but outwardly I nodded solemnly. "Yeah... someone's got to do it." 

She continued, not noticing my internal panic. "The event itself is heavily sexually motivated. It starts off as a party, with girls dancing... provocatively. Some of them even dance naked on poles, luring the men in with their movements. The whole place becomes a... well, an orgy, for lack of a better word." 

I felt my eyebrow twitch. Naked pole dancing? Orgy? My brain was caught in a strange mix of excitement and horror. What kind of messed-up mission is this?

Lily leaned in closer, her voice almost a whisper. "That's when the boys are most vulnerable. After the intimate activities, they go missing. It's like the moment they give in, they're taken away." 

I swallowed hard, trying to keep my expression composed. "I see. That's when I'll strike." 

Lily's eyes sparkled with admiration. "To think you're willing to sacrifice yourself for the mission. Even knowing the risks, you'll still go there. You'll blend in with them, pretending to be interested, but in reality you're saving the world." 

Yeah... totally... saving the world. I nodded slowly. "Exactly." 

In truth, I was now freaking out on the inside. Vanish after sex? What kind of twisted world is this? I had just been thinking about how much fun this party was going to be, but now... it sounded like a death trap. 

"You're so courageous," Lily said, clapping her hands again. "Knowing all of this, yet you still plan to go. How do you do it?" 

I forced a smile. "Well, someone has to. Plus, I need to see what's happening with my own eyes. I can't just rely on secondhand information." 

"Of course!" Lily nodded fervently. "Your intelligence, your bravery... you're the only one capable of stopping this. And don't worry, Gamma will be there to guide you." 

I blinked. "Ohh,she has already once been there on your command right?"

"Yes." 

"That will save me much time." I said to her. 

"Gamma," Lily repeated, her face serious. "She'll be attending the event as well. She's going undercover, blending in with the girls. She'll provide you with all the necessary information while you're inside."

"Alright. Thank you for the heads up." 

My heart felt little at ease. Oh, great. Now I'm not going alone. My shadow mystic will be there as well.

"I can come along with you as well." Says Lily holding her hands on her chest, feeling little worried.

I walked towards her and gave her a warm hug.

"There's no need for you to get involved. That place is dangerous. I'll go on my own." 

Lily's eyes widened and got teary. She held my shoulders, feeling the warmth of my chest. "You're so thoughtful Master, thinking of my safety first. But I insist—Gamma will be there to assist. She's been gathering intel on the sorority house for a while now. You'll need her to succeed in this mission." 

I sighed internally. "Fine. I'll talk to Gamma. We'll figure out how to proceed." 

Lily beamed at me, her eyes practically glowing with admiration. "Thank you for being so considerate. We're lucky to have you leading us." 

I stood up straight, pulling my jacket tighter around me. "Of course. It's my duty." 

How did I get into this mess? I thought as I walked past her, my mind racing with a mix of anxiety and confusion. I wasn't prepared for this. Sure, I wanted to be the cool hero, but the idea of walking into an orgy that could result in my disappearance wasn't exactly what I had in mind. 

Still, I had to keep up appearances. I couldn't let anyone know how much of a mess I was internally. I needed to talk to Gamma. Maybe she'd have some more details on this whole "disappearing after sex" thing. Because, honestly, I wasn't planning on vanishing anytime soon. I had way too much to figure out. 

As I walked toward the stairs, I could feel Lily's gaze on my back. She was probably still amazed at how "brave" I was. If only she knew what a chaotic mess my brain was right now. Calm down, Austin. You've got this. You're Zero, the reincarnated hero. You can't look like a fool. 

With that thought in mind, I descended the stairs, preparing myself for the inevitable conversation with Gamma. I had to get more details about this sorority house. Because if I was going to walk into that place, I at least needed to know what I was dealing with. And if I was really going to be a hero... well, I'd have to play it cool.