After indulging in a delightful lunch, Louise and I continued our date, exploring the vibrant streets of the holy nation.
Our journey took us to various places, from iconic landmarks to hidden gems, and we reveled in the experiences each location offered.
We delighted in the spontaneity of entering unknown shops, discovering unique items, and even stumbled upon street performances that captivated our attention.
The bustling atmosphere, combined with the charm of the city, created an enchanting backdrop for our day.
We didn't miss a beat, savoring the mont as we indulged in street foods, engaged with random children, and imrsed ourselves in the lively energy of the streets.
We were even lucky enough to watch a play perford by a pretty famous troupe known for their grand productions.
Throughout these experiences, I discovered facets of Louise's personality that I hadn't fully appreciated before.
The way she laughed, the warmth of her smile, and her natural ability to connect with others all contributed to making her a truly fun and engaging person.
Spending this ti together allowed to see her in a different light, deepening our connection.
As the sun began its descent, casting a warm glow over the city, Louise and I found ourselves shopping for clothes.
It seems she wanted to buy so gifts for Ana and Elena before the day ends.
And as we continued to stroll along the shop
Among the array of options, sothing caught my eye—a delicate pink hairpin with a flowery and gentle design.
It seed to mirror the pure pink hue of Louise's eyes.
I carefully held the delicate pink hairpin in my hands.
anwhile, Louise was engrossed in a conversation with the store staff, inquiring about a specific type of clothing.
Sensing the perfect opportunity, I called out to her.
"Louise"
"Nn?"
"Excuse …" I said, gently pulling her closer to .
With a soft smile, I pushed back a section of her platinum blonde hair, creating a space to place the hairpin.
As it nestled into her hair, the flowery design blended seamlessly with her locks, accentuating the beauty of her face.
"There we go, it suits you well"
I remarked, admiring the reflection in the mirror that the staff was holding.
Louise's embarrassnt was evident in her shy smile, and she mumbled a quiet
"T-thank you" Even as she beca more proactive in expressing her feelings, it was reassuring to see that she was still the sa Louise I knew.
The female staff mbers, noticing Louise's endearing reaction, couldn't help but giggle.
Fiddling with her hair and adjusting the hairpin, Louise seed to genuinely enjoy the unexpected gift.
….
The atmosphere in the theater was filled with laughter as one of the actors on stage comically stumbled, and Adrian's laughter resonated right next to .
Witnessing him genuinely enjoy the play, seeing his eyes sparkle with amusent, made my heart skip a beat.
In that mont, surrounded by the vibrant energy of the performance, I couldn't help but feel an overwhelming happiness.
'This is the happiest mont of my life…'
The smile on my face wouldn't leave.
'I never thought I would experience sothing like this'
Savoring the joy of the shared experience.
I found myself wishing that this blissful mont would never end, that ti would stand still in the midst of our laughter and enjoynt.
"Haha" Adrian's laughter continued, a sound that felt like music to my ears.
His rare display of genuine emotion was a reassuring sight, a reminder that our date was going well.
'I'm being a good date right now, right?'
'Is he truly enjoying himself?'
As overthinking thoughts threatened to cloud my mind, I shook my head to dispel the unnecessary worries. It was essential not to let my own uncertainties overshadow the present joy.
While caution was warranted, excessive overthinking would only detract from the authentic connection we were building.
I reminded myself of the purpose of our date—to have fun together, to create shared mories, and to deepen the bond between us.
It wasn't solely about making him fall for ; it was about both of us enjoying the experience.
Returning my attention to the play, I found myself laughing at the perfectly tid codic monts, especially when one of the actors seemingly fell off the stage.
It turned out that the initial stumble was all part of the act.
The play seamlessly transitioned through genres, weaving cody, action, drama, and finally, romance into its narrative.
It was an unconventional mix, yet it sohow worked harmoniously with the unfolding story.
As the play approached its conclusion, I sensed a shift in the atmosphere.
Adrian's gaze was fixed on , and our eyes t.
"Adrian…?"
"…."
I called out but he stayed quiet.
There was an unspoken tension in the air, and I found myself holding my breath.
To my surprise, his focus seed directed at my lips.
Gulp…!
My heart quickened, anticipating a mont that could redefine our connection.
Slowly, he moved closer, our hands still entwined, leaving no ans for to escape.
'T-this is it right?'
Preparing for an imminent kiss, I closed my eyes, lips slightly quivering. I could feel the warmth of his presence nearing.
Touch...
Sothing soft and firm made contact with my cheek.
It wasn't my lips that were kissed but my cheek…?
Opening my eyes in confusion, I was t with a mischievous smirk on Adrian's face.
"Were you expecting sothing?" he teased, his hands now lightly resting on my cheeks.
"Y-you...!" I stamred, my embarrassnt flaring.
Reacting on impulse, I playfully punched him, but my attempts at retaliation seed futile as he laughed it off, seemingly unaffected by my punches.
This guy is just toying with , even though I thought I was prepared for anything! Fueled by a mixture of anger and embarrassnt, I forcefully grabbed his collar while he continued to laugh.
Our faces drew closer, and his warm breath tickled my nose.
Locked in that intense mont, our eyes t, and with newfound resolve, I pressed my lips onto his.
Closing my eyes to shield myself from the embarrassnt, I could feel the soft warmth of his lips against mine. The kiss lingered for about three seconds, but it felt like an eternity before I pulled away.
That was my first kiss—with a man, and more importantly, with the actual boy I loved.
Opening my eyes again, I could see his cheeks turning red.
"T-that was your punishnt...!" I stamred, attempting to co up with an excuse. Unable to face him any longer, my head turned downward.
My face was probably as bright red as a tomato, and an inexplicable heat coursed through my body.
I couldn't take it.
My heart was pounding wildly, almost to the point of feeling like I might faint.
I felt like I was on the verge of losing my composure as my breathing beca heavier, but oddly, I didn't want this sensation to end.
Thump...!
Adrian pressed sothing onto my head, patting gently with his right hand.
He rubbed my head as if to console .
"Sorry, I guess I teased you a bit too much there…," he said soothingly, apparently noticing my difficulty in controlling myself.
Then, before I knew it, his hands gently grabbed my chin, forcing to look up.
Press...
Once again, our lips t.
I closed my eyes, shutting out the gazes of the people around us. In the beginning, I was uncertain and awkward, thinking that pressing lips was the extent of kissing.
However, a desire to explore this newfound intimacy took over, and I found myself wanting to suck on his lips.
I had heard that lovers often deepen their kisses, their tongues intertwining in a passionate dance.
'Mom and Cecilia said that it was the start to making children'
A first step per se.
It would be good to prepare for child making right?
Should I try that? I'm sure Adrian would enjoy it…!
Just as I was about to make a bold move with my tongue, he unexpectedly pulled away.
Opening my eyes and wondering what went wrong, I was t with his gentle smile as his hand caressed the tip of my lips.
"Let's not rush things," he said, calming down.
Whispering in my ear, he added, "We can do all of that and more later..." His words sent a shiver down my spine, and a mixture of anticipation and nervousness filled the air.
As my mind was still hazy, processing everything that had just happened, I simply nodded in response to Adrian's suggestion.
"Ahem...!"
A man sitting nearby coughed loudly, clearly annoyed by our public display of affection. Even those around us shot subtle glances in our direction.
Adrian chuckled a bit before refocusing his attention on the ongoing play, but my eyes lingered on him.
I didn't want this mont to end, and the connection between us felt stronger than ever.
After the play concluded, Adrian and I wandered around the city, enjoying so street food and playing with the local children engaged in a peculiar ga involving kicking a wooden ball into a net.
Despite its oddity, the ga turned out to be surprisingly enjoyable, even though I only managed to score one point – those kids were skilled!
"Did you have fun?" Adrian asked.
"Yes, although the ga they were playing was weird and new, it was surprisingly fun," I replied with a genuine smile.
"I didn't expect you to be good at interacting with children, Louise. They practically treated you like their big sister; they even listened to your every word," Adrian said, genuinely surprised
'Those annoying brats even took your hand away from ...' he mumbled at the end.
I chuckled at his cute reaction. It seed like he didn't want to let go of holding hands.
I was glad I wasn't the only one.
"Hehe, surprising, right? I may not look like it, but back in my hotown, all the kids practically liked . I was everyone's big sister," I said proudly.
After that, our date continued, and before we knew it, the sun was ready to rest.
Then, a peculiar clothing store caught my eyes.
This store was quite different from the others we had visited, as most of them only had white or black clothing on display. However, this one had different sets of colors showcased.
"Adrian, how about we buy so gifts for Elena and Ana before the day ends?" I suggested.
He looked at the store I was eyeing and nodded, "Sure," he said.
The store we entered was noticeably different from the others we had visited. While everything in the city exuded a sense of holiness and reserve, this shop had a distinct feel of the clothing stores you would find in the empire. A staff mber approached us.
"Hello, dear custors, what can I do for you today?" she greeted.
I wondered if she was the owner, but considering there were others around the store with the sa uniform, I assud she was just a worker.
"Hello, we're looking for sothing that's appropriate for a gift" I said.
She contemplated for a mont before suggesting sothing.
I looked at the three dresses in front of .
I clearly only asked for two dresses yet she brought three…. The blue and black dresses was for Elena and Ana but what about this red one?
It was a crimson dress with black details around it, complete with a half-mask veil and webbed black gloves as a set.
"This red dress was actually a recent import we had from the Yamara Kingdom, and it can reform and reshape its size depending on the wearer," she explained. Then, she walked closer to and whispered, "Young miss, it has quite the special effect of enticing a young man's eagerness and energy at night..." with a wink.
Even though I clearly stated that we were buying gifts, it seed that the red dress was picked especially for .
Did she think that sothing was up between and Adrian?
Well, she wasn't wrong, and I appreciated it, but the dress was a bit too provocative, reminding of the dresses Aria wore back at the academy.
Nevertheless, I decided to buy it. I had to take all my chances now that I had resolved to take on the role of the second wife for Adrian, and who knows, maybe the first spot might eventually be mine….
"Louise…" Adrian suddenly called out.
"Nn?" I turned around.
"Excuse ," he said before placing a hairpin on my hair. His gentle touch was as soothing as ever. Was it for ?
"Young miss," the staff called out and placed a mirror in front of . Looking at the beautiful hairpin on my hair, I felt like crying in happiness.
"It suits you well," Adrian said, and when he spoke those words, my heart beat once again. This was the first actual gift he gave , right? Excluding all the potions I've received from him.
"T-thank you"
I felt like falling for him once again.
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