After knocking twice, I paused, waiting for a response from the other side of the door. My voice, echoing through the quiet hallway, carried with it a sense of urgency and apprehension.
"Louise, Ana, Aria, are you inside?" I called out again, my words a gentle reminder of my presence, a reassurance that I hadn't forgotten about them.
Even though a simple knock would have sufficed, I wanted to acknowledge the presence of all three girls, to ensure that none of them felt left out or neglected.
Unnecessary jealousy had no place in our relationship, especially considering that they were all practically confird as part of my harem.
As I waited for a response, my thoughts drifted to the ring that I had forgotten to give Aria.
'Even though I promised I completely forgot after all the busy plans back at Estelle Academy'
Should I propose to her tonight? Or perhaps I should propose to all three of them at once?
But as quickly as the thought crossed my mind, I shook my head, realizing the folly of my impulsive idea.
I hadn't even confird their feelings or their willingness to marry with all the other girls around, let alone their compatibility with each other.
'Louise and Ana are fine but….'
'Elena and Aria alone are proof that compatibility matters in a harem… those two just never gets along, always finding ways to annoy the other…'
Although I can tell that they don't exactly hate each other… but that doesn't an they didn't want monopolize my attention, Elena back then even punched straight in the face….
Proposing to all three of them simultaneously seed premature, lacking the romanticism and sincerity that such a montous occasion deserved.
Recalling my abrupt proposal to Elena, I couldn't help but feel a pang of guilt.
Had I rushed into things too quickly, without considering her feelings or the significance of such a gesture?
'But she seed so overjoyed back then… so I guess it's fine right?'
Besides I was truly being genuine back then, I really wanted to make Elena mine right then and there, not just calm her down from Aria's teasing.
With a sigh, I resolved to approach the situation with more thoughtfulness and consideration, with the other girls.
Marriage proposals were ant to be romantic and heartfelt, not rushed or haphazard.
And so, I vowed to take the ti to understand each girl's desires and aspirations before taking such a significant step forward.
The door then clicked and slightly opened.
"Young master good evening!"
As Ana opened the door with her customary gentle smile, I couldn't help but feel a rush of warmth and affection wash over .
Her presence was like a beacon of light in the dimly lit hallway, her smile radiating a sense of calm and tranquility that never failed to soothe my troubled mind.
"Good evening, Ana," I greeted her with a smile of my own, unable to tear my gaze away from her srizing golden eyes.
No matter how many tis I saw that smile, it never failed to captivate , leaving feeling as though a goddess was gracing with her presence.
Ana's touch was as gentle as ever as she took my jacket, her fingers lingering on the fabric for a mont longer than necessary.
My heart fluttered at the mory of our recent encounters, the passion and intensity of our monts together still fresh in my mind.
"Thank you," I murmured, my voice barely above a whisper as Ana bowed her head in acknowledgnt. The happiness that danced in her eyes was unmistakable, a reflection of the joy she found in serving .
"You're welco, young master," Ana replied, her voice soft and lodic as she brushed off a stray strand of my hair. "My dish is just about to be done. Please co join us, young master."
As she fixed my hair with a playful chuckle, I couldn't help but feel a surge of affection for her. In that mont, it was as though all of my worries and doubts lted away, replaced by a sense of contentnt and peace.
"Sure," I replied with a warm smile, feeling a sense of contentnt wash over as I prepared to join the others for dinner.
It dawned on that I hadn't had the opportunity to enjoy als together with the other girls like this since our last eting with the pope.
And with Aria by my side, the atmosphere felt even rrier than usual, though I couldn't shake the longing for Elena's presence to complete the gathering.
As I entered the room, Louise greeted awkwardly with a wave, her deanor betraying a hint of nervousness.
"Hello, Adrian!" she exclaid, her voice tinged with uncertainty.
Before I could respond, Aria rushed to in a sudden hug, her arms wrapping around with unabashed enthusiasm.
"Adrian~!" she exclaid, her embrace filled with a warmth that lted away any lingering tension.
Returning her hug with equal affection, I couldn't help but admire Aria's openness and fearlessness in expressing her feelings.
Despite the controversies that once surrounded our relationship, she remained unapologetically herself, her love for shining brightly in her eyes.
In the past, I might have been hesitant to reciprocate such displays of affection in public, but now, surrounded by understanding friends and loved ones, I felt no need to hold back.
Giving Aria a gentle pat on the head, I smiled warmly as she continued to hug , her joyful expression mirrored on my own face as we basked in the warmth of each other's embrace.
As the dinner progressed, I couldn't shake the feeling that both Louise and Ana were giving jealous glances, their eyes betraying a hint of envy.
But for now, I knew there was little I could do to address their feelings.
Besides, I reasoned, they likely understood and empathized with Aria's initial reaction, given the length of ti she had been apart from .
So, with a resigned smile, the two girls returned to their conversations, albeit with a hint of defeat lingering in their expressions.
With dinner served, the four of us settled into a comfortable rhythm, enjoying each other's company as we shared stories and laughter.
Louise, Ana, and Aria reminisced about their ti at the academy, their voices filling the room with warmth and camaraderie.
anwhile, I listened attentively, content to bask in the joy of their shared mories.
Though my initial intention had been to discuss Aria's staff, I found myself appreciating the simple pleasure of being surrounded by loved ones.
It occurred to that monts like these were essential for fostering strong and healthy relationships. While planning for the future was important, I realized the significance of cherishing the present.
Suddenly, Aria's voice cut through the chatter, drawing my attention away from my thoughts.
"By the way, Adrian, I heard you made Louise fall for you?" she remarked casually, her warm smile hinting at a deeper curiosity.
I paused, caught off guard by the directness of her question. Had Louise already confided in Aria about her feelings? Glancing at Louise, I noticed a subtle nod accompanied by a blush creeping onto her cheeks, confirming Aria's assumption.
Feeling a mixture of surprise and intrigue, I smiled in response, acknowledging the unspoken conversation that had unfolded between them.
It was monts like these, filled with honesty and vulnerability, that reminded of the depth of the bond we shared
'They really have gotten close'
Judging from Aria's words tone and reaction she wasn't qu8ite against it which was a good sign.
"Yes," I admitted truthfully, deciding there was no use in hiding things from Aria.
While I had initially planned to explain things slowly, I realized that addressing the matter directly had its rits. Besides, I preferred to avoid unnecessary drama whenever possible.
Aria regarded seriously, the glint of intensity in her ruby eyes betraying the gravity of her question.
"Do you love her?" she asked, her tone conveying a genuine desire to understand my feelings.
It was clear she wasn't rely seeking reassurance or a flippant response; she wanted to hear the truth straight from my heart.
As I pondered her question, a realization dawned on .
Perhaps this was Aria's way of approving my relationship with Louise—by ensuring that my feelings were genuine and sincere.
It was a subtle yet unmistakable gesture of acceptance, one that spoke volus about the depth of our bond.
"Yes, from the bottom of my heart, I love Louise Obelia," I replied earnestly, the words carrying the weight of my true feelings.
It might have sounded cliché to say, but it was a sentint I had co to understand and embrace since the mont I realized my love for her.
Louise imdiately blushed hearing my answer and even Ana was smiling and giggling to herself as she watched the events unfold.
Hearing my answer, Aria fell into contemplation, her expression unreadable as she processed my words. After a mont, she nodded, a small smile playing at the corners of her lips.
"Good," she said simply, her tone firm yet reassuring.
"If you ever hurt her, you're dead, okay?" Her words were accompanied by a gentle threat, a reminder of the fierce loyalty she held for those she cared about.
"And of course, that includes and Elena as well," she added, her tone softening slightly.
Despite the seriousness of her warning, there was an underlying warmth in her voice, a testant to the unwavering bond that united us as a group.
With a chuckle, I nodded in agreent, grateful for Aria's protective instincts and the depth of her friendship.
In that mont, I realized just how fortunate I was to have her by my side, supporting and guiding through the complexities of love and relationships. .
"Adrian..." Aria's voice interrupted my thoughts, drawing my attention back to her. "Hmm?" I responded, curious as to what she wanted to say.
"I love you," she confessed, her words carrying a sincerity that ward my heart.
A blush crept onto my cheeks at her unexpected declaration, her smile adding to the fluttering sensation in my chest.
"I love you too, Aria," I replied, returning her sentint with equal fervor.
Louise, sensing the mont, chid in nervously, her voice tinged with excitent.
"I-I love you as well, Adrian!" she exclaid, her cheeks turning a bright shade of red as smoke seed to puff out from her head. Her reaction was undeniably adorable, eliciting a soft chuckle from all of us.
"I love you too, Louise," I reassured her, my words filled with genuine affection.
Her reaction was priceless, her eyes widening in disbelief before she seed on the verge of fainting from sheer happiness.
The sight of her overwheld with emotion only made love her more.
Turning to Ana, I noticed her watching us with a quiet understanding in her eyes.
Though she didn't speak, her nod conveyed her acceptance of our affectionate exchange.
It was clear that she wasn't quite ready to reveal my relationship with her to the other girls yet, and that was perfectly alright. I knew she was just trying to be respectful to all of them.
I was willing to wait for her, to respect her pace and give her the ti she needed to co to terms with her feelings.
As we continued to enjoy our al together, the air was filled with a sense of warmth and understanding.
In that mont, surrounded by the ones I loved, I realized just how fortunate I was to have such incredible girls in my life.
I never thought I'd say this but.
'Thank you bitchy goddess….'
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