・─Sena's POV
I am currently en route to my dormitory when I happened to spot my partner from a distance.
Accompanying her was her first friend, whom she introduced to me last week, riding on her back.
I maintained a neutral expression as I observed her, and she noticed me but chose to feign ignorance.
I crossed my arms, to which she responded with a sinister smirk.
This unexpected behavior left me feeling perplexed for reasons unknown.
Since that day, I have been closely monitoring her actions, which have exhibited a clear deviation from her previous demeanor.
I confided in my partner about my observations, but she assured me that this was simply her friend's true nature.
I found solace in the fact that my partner was unaware of her friend's peculiar actions, and eventually decided to let the matter rest.
On a separate occasion, I caught sight of her walking along the peripheral path of the academy, and I seized the opportunity to confront her.
"Eria, who has been exhibiting odd behavior around my partner, I presume?"
"How perceptive of you to have discovered my actions. I have also sensed a presence watching me lately, and it seems that presence is you."
"I have only ever witnessed you with my partner. Does that imply that you are an assassin yourself?"
"Yes, indeed. Although, to be precise, a former assassin."
"Would you care to elaborate?"
"You stole her from me," She uttered cryptically.
I was taken aback by her unexpected revelation, and a profound sense of despair washed over me.
"...You don't know anything."
"Yes, I don't know anything. However, I simply want to inform you."
"...When did your emotional attachment towards her begin?"
"It began since we established our friendship."
That long? How did she managed to suppress her feelings?
"Furthermore, I bear the responsibility for this situation. I was tardy in realizing that two individuals of the feminine gender could enter into a romantic relationship as long as love exists... Truly, it is too late now."
The manner in which she communicated was grave and caused me pain.
...It left me feeling sorrowful, but during times like these, I am unable to focus on you, Eria.
"─Do you feel sympathy towards me? If so, why don't you consider ending your relationship with that person? I would be grateful."
"...I refuse to give up."
"I anticipated that you would respond in that manner."
"Does she possess knowledge of your emotional attachment towards her?"
"No, she is unaware."
I'm relieved. ...If she were aware, I fear she might act in a way that disrupts everything, and I do not wish for us to be separated either.
"Don't worry, I will move forward, and don't push me away from her as her first friend, and do not distance yourself from me."
"...I am not the kind of person you perceive me to be. I have no desire to make the situation any more awkward."
"It is a pleasure to hear that."
I hope you find someone. In the meantime be the best person you can be.
It is currently morning. I paid a visit to her at Ueno Castle and observed her walking alone.
Yesterday, she informed me through a written correspondence that she intends to travel to the Orion Empire for an investigation.
"Rin."
Upon hearing my voice, she turned away and acknowledged my presence.
"Sena I didn't realize you were here," She said with a smile.
...If you were to encounter someone better, would you still choose me?
While thinking, I rushed towards her and she lifted me up, securing my back with one arm while the other embraced me.
"Since when did you arrive?" She responded with a chuckle.
"Just today, I came to see you."
The intensity of longing I felt for her was beyond what I had anticipated.
"...I want to see you too," She confessed.
Our faces turned red as we succumbed to the affectionate atmosphere.
I gently caressed her jawline with my hands.
...The memory of our previous kiss still lingers in my mind... It brought me immense joy at that time. Ever since that moment, I have been restlessly tossing and turning in my bed.
"Sena, I l─ Mn."
I abruptly cutting off her words with a surprise kiss.
The pressure imposed by external influences has now dissipated.
We engaged in a passionate exchange of kisses.
"Nn. ..Hgn."
Her tongue gently pressed against mine as we shared a slow, intimate kiss.
"Mnm.. Hn."
Our lips, warm and soft, melded together in a tender embrace.
"Haahh."
I unable to catch my breath.
"Ah.. Mmm."
She quickly kissed my closed right eye, the side of my nose, and my chin."
"Rin, it tickles."
I said as I let out a chuckle.
"Mmn."
She kissed me on the lips again, our eyes locked in a silent moment of connection.
"H-How are you?"
After a brief pause, she asked me, and we both feel embarrassed.
"E-Everything is fine."
I said, and relief evident in her voice, and she smiled, grateful for my wellbeing.
In that moment, both of us felt a twinge of embarrassment, and I couldn't help but feel an overwhelming happiness whenever she kissed me.
"─I love you, Sena."
Lost in my thoughts, she mustered up the courage to tell it.
Tears welled up in my eyes, although they remained shallow.
"...Sena?"
"I'm just so happy."
I said, and she was still holding me close, she gently wiped away my tears with a handkerchief, and after, I embraced her tightly.
"I had been waiting for you to say those words."
"I'm sorry for causing you any anxiety."
She whispered, remorseful for any distress she may have caused.
Whenever she spoke in a low tone during our arguments, I couldn't help but feel a pang of guilt, and at this moment want to reassured her.
As the days went by, I discovered more about her true self.
"I'm not mad, please don't be sad."
I understood that sometimes actions speak louder than words.
"Rin, the manner in which you communicate exhibits sincerity and serves as a reflection of your personality. Therefore, I desire a greater sense of fulfillment."
"...I regret to inform you that I have been awaiting an appropriate moment to convey this feeling, as we have been preoccupied."
She stated, and I directed my gaze towards her.
She consistently shows consideration towards me, and I am aware that she holds great affection for me.
"Rin, I reciprocate your feelings of love for me, and I am genuinely pleased that our paths have crossed."
I said, and she tenderly kissed my forehead, and we hugged each other.
"When will you be returning?"
"I am uncertain at this time. ...I offer my apologies."
"I will always remain patient for your return."
"Yes, I'll return promptly. Please ensure to maintain your well-being."
"I will."
Your presence uplifts me during moments of vulnerability, and your embrace provides a sense of comfort.
It is a source of great contentment.
I appreciate the manner in which you hold me and the gentle caresses you bestow upon me.
...I will prioritize my own welfare in order to fulfill the aspirations you have regarding me. If any negative circumstances befall me, I am aware that it would greatly distress you.
...I desire to avoid harm and concerns unrelated to our relationship, and I experience increased happiness as I continue to improve myself.
By your side, is where I want to be always and I wanted us to be together forever.
– – I feel so safe when I'm with you.
・─Sena's POV
I am currently en route to my dormitory when I happened to spot my partner from a distance.
Accompanying her was her first friend, whom she introduced to me last week, riding on her back.
I maintained a neutral expression as I observed her, and she noticed me but chose to feign ignorance.
I crossed my arms, to which she responded with a sinister smirk.
This unexpected behavior left me feeling perplexed for reasons unknown.
Since that day, I have been closely monitoring her actions, which have exhibited a clear deviation from her previous demeanor.
I confided in my partner about my observations, but she assured me that this was simply her friend's true nature.
I found solace in the fact that my partner was unaware of her friend's peculiar actions, and eventually decided to let the matter rest.
On a separate occasion, I caught sight of her walking along the peripheral path of the academy, and I seized the opportunity to confront her.
"Eria, who has been exhibiting odd behavior around my partner, I presume?"
"How perceptive of you to have discovered my actions. I have also sensed a presence watching me lately, and it seems that presence is you."
"I have only ever witnessed you with my partner. Does that imply that you are an assassin yourself?"
"Yes, indeed. Although, to be precise, a former assassin."
"Would you care to elaborate?"
"You stole her from me," She uttered cryptically.
I was taken aback by her unexpected revelation, and a profound sense of despair washed over me.
"...You don't know anything."
"Yes, I don't know anything. However, I simply want to inform you."
"...When did your emotional attachment towards her begin?"
"It began since we established our friendship."
That long? How did she managed to suppress her feelings?
"Furthermore, I bear the responsibility for this situation. I was tardy in realizing that two individuals of the feminine gender could enter into a romantic relationship as long as love exists... Truly, it is too late now."
The manner in which she communicated was grave and caused me pain.
...It left me feeling sorrowful, but during times like these, I am unable to focus on you, Eria.
"─Do you feel sympathy towards me? If so, why don't you consider ending your relationship with that person? I would be grateful."
"...I refuse to give up."
"I anticipated that you would respond in that manner."
"Does she possess knowledge of your emotional attachment towards her?"
"No, she is unaware."
I'm relieved. ...If she were aware, I fear she might act in a way that disrupts everything, and I do not wish for us to be separated either.
"Don't worry, I will move forward, and don't push me away from her as her first friend, and do not distance yourself from me."
"...I am not the kind of person you perceive me to be. I have no desire to make the situation any more awkward."
"It is a pleasure to hear that."
I hope you find someone. In the meantime be the best person you can be.
It is currently morning. I paid a visit to her at Ueno Castle and observed her walking alone.
Yesterday, she informed me through a written correspondence that she intends to travel to the Orion Empire for an investigation.
"Rin."
Upon hearing my voice, she turned away and acknowledged my presence.
"Sena I didn't realize you were here," She said with a smile.
...If you were to encounter someone better, would you still choose me?
While thinking, I rushed towards her and she lifted me up, securing my back with one arm while the other embraced me.
"Since when did you arrive?" She responded with a chuckle.
"Just today, I came to see you."
The intensity of longing I felt for her was beyond what I had anticipated.
"...I want to see you too," She confessed.
Our faces turned red as we succumbed to the affectionate atmosphere.
I gently caressed her jawline with my hands.
...The memory of our previous kiss still lingers in my mind... It brought me immense joy at that time. Ever since that moment, I have been restlessly tossing and turning in my bed.
"Sena, I l─ Mn."
I abruptly cutting off her words with a surprise kiss.
The pressure imposed by external influences has now dissipated.
We engaged in a passionate exchange of kisses.
"Nn. ..Hgn."
Her tongue gently pressed against mine as we shared a slow, intimate kiss.
"Mnm.. Hn."
Our lips, warm and soft, melded together in a tender embrace.
"Haahh."
I unable to catch my breath.
"Ah.. Mmm."
She quickly kissed my closed right eye, the side of my nose, and my chin."
"Rin, it tickles."
I said as I let out a chuckle.
"Mmn."
She kissed me on the lips again, our eyes locked in a silent moment of connection.
"H-How are you?"
After a brief pause, she asked me, and we both feel embarrassed.
"E-Everything is fine."
I said, and relief evident in her voice, and she smiled, grateful for my wellbeing.
In that moment, both of us felt a twinge of embarrassment, and I couldn't help but feel an overwhelming happiness whenever she kissed me.
"─I love you, Sena."
Lost in my thoughts, she mustered up the courage to tell it.
Tears welled up in my eyes, although they remained shallow.
"...Sena?"
"I'm just so happy."
I said, and she was still holding me close, she gently wiped away my tears with a handkerchief, and after, I embraced her tightly.
"I had been waiting for you to say those words."
"I'm sorry for causing you any anxiety."
She whispered, remorseful for any distress she may have caused.
Whenever she spoke in a low tone during our arguments, I couldn't help but feel a pang of guilt, and at this moment want to reassured her.
As the days went by, I discovered more about her true self.
"I'm not mad, please don't be sad."
I understood that sometimes actions speak louder than words.
"Rin, the manner in which you communicate exhibits sincerity and serves as a reflection of your personality. Therefore, I desire a greater sense of fulfillment."
"...I regret to inform you that I have been awaiting an appropriate moment to convey this feeling, as we have been preoccupied."
She stated, and I directed my gaze towards her.
She consistently shows consideration towards me, and I am aware that she holds great affection for me.
"Rin, I reciprocate your feelings of love for me, and I am genuinely pleased that our paths have crossed."
I said, and she tenderly kissed my forehead, and we hugged each other.
"When will you be returning?"
"I am uncertain at this time. ...I offer my apologies."
"I will always remain patient for your return."
"Yes, I'll return promptly. Please ensure to maintain your well-being."
"I will."
Your presence uplifts me during moments of vulnerability, and your embrace provides a sense of comfort.
It is a source of great contentment.
I appreciate the manner in which you hold me and the gentle caresses you bestow upon me.
...I will prioritize my own welfare in order to fulfill the aspirations you have regarding me. If any negative circumstances befall me, I am aware that it would greatly distress you.
...I desire to avoid harm and concerns unrelated to our relationship, and I experience increased happiness as I continue to improve myself.
By your side, is where I want to be always and I wanted us to be together forever.
– – I feel so safe when I'm with you.
