Ash's question hung in the air like a fragile bubble, small and trembling. Her golden eyes peeked at him from the corner of her vision, while a deep pink blush spread across her cheeks, down her neck, and disappeared beneath the collar of her oversized hoodie.
The courtyard was quiet during the noon lull, sunlight filtering through the leaves above the bench and casting warm patterns across her pale skin.
She sat at the far end, her body curled slightly inward. Her thick thighs were spread across the wooden seat, causing her hoodie to ride up just enough to reveal the soft, doughy curve where her legs met her hips, plush flesh squeezed beneath her tight denim shorts.
Alex leaned back casually, one arm draped over the back of the bench. He gave her enough space to breathe while remaining close enough for her to feel the heat radiating from him. His crimson eyes held hers steadily, a faint, knowing smile playing on his lips as he watched her squirm.
"Do I want something from you?" he repeated softly, his voice low and smooth, carrying that calm dominance that made her breath hitch. "Only if you want to give it, Ash."
Ash's blush deepened, her face turning scarlet as she looked down at her lap. Her fingers twisted the hem of her hoodie so tightly that her knuckles went white.
Her thighs pressed together, and she shifted slightly as the hoodie rode higher, exposing more of her pale skin.
"I... I don't know what you mean," she mumbled, her voice shaky and small, but her body betrayed her. Her large breasts heaved with quick, shallow breaths as she tried to calm the sudden heat pooling between her legs.
Alex chuckled softly. His tone was gentle, but there was still that teasing dominance that made her squirm. "Relax. I'm just playing with you."
She nodded quickly, keeping her eyes down. Her thighs remained pressed together, and the subtle movement of her hips betrayed the ache his words had awakened.
"I know... you're different. That's why it feels... strange when you look at me like that."
"Like what?" he asked calmly.
Ash's voice dropped to a whisper. "Like... you see me. Not just the crazy girl or the broken one. Like... something else."
Alex nodded slowly. "Because I do see you. The strong one who survived. A pretty girl hiding under that hoodie."
Ash's breath caught, her golden eyes flicking up briefly. "P-Pretty? Me?"
"Yes," he said simply, calm as always.
She looked away, her blush deepening, but a tiny smile tugged at her lips. "No one's said that before, except Mom..."
"Trust me," he replied. "You're charming."
Silence settled between them again, comfortable this time. Ash inched a fraction closer on the bench, cautious but deliberate.
"I guess... I don't mind if you look at me for hours," she whispered finally, her voice barely audible. "It doesn't feel bad. Just... unusual... for now."
Alex's smile widened slightly. "Unusual is good."
Ash nodded, biting her lip to hide her faint smile. "Yeah... the unusual is good."
The bell for lunch break rang in the distance, a soft chime that made Ash jump slightly.
Alex stood and offered his hand. "Hungry? There's a good snack shop nearby. My treat."
Ash hesitated for a moment, her eyes fixed on his hand. Then she stood without taking it and walked beside him, staying closer than before.
"If... it's not a bother."
Alex knew about the financial struggles she and her mother faced. Besides, the succubus was creating money for him from thin air.
They left the campus together, Ash a shy step behind but matching his pace. Her golden eyes flicked toward him every few seconds, as if checking that he was still there.
The snack shop was a short walk from campus, a cozy place popular with students. It was crowded at lunch, with the smell of fresh fries, grilled sandwiches, burgers, and coffee filling the air. The line was long, winding past display cases filled with pastries and drinks.
Alex and Ash joined the queue. Ash stayed close without touching him, her golden eyes flicking nervously toward the crowd, though she relaxed whenever she was near him.
That's when it happened. An unusual but pleasant sight for Alex, and even Liza.
'Woah, so yummy~'
In front of them, an orange-haired girl in an orange pleated skirt shifted her weight while looking up at the shop's display menu. Her skirt caught on her bag strap and flipped up completely in the back.
Her perfect peachy bubble ass was suddenly on full display. Her round, firm cheeks were pale and smooth, with a black thong wedged deep between them. The thin string disappeared into the crack as her plump flesh jiggled from the sudden exposure.
Alex's eyes widened, his cock twitching hard in his jeans at the sight. Thick, juicy cheeks that practically begged to be grabbed, spread, and spanked red.
'Do all college girls wear such sexy panties? Looks so good, I admit!'
Liza was happy and satisfied. Beautiful asses and tits made Alex more lustful, which meant more energy for her.
The girl felt his penetrating gaze and squeaked, yanking her skirt down with a mortified gasp before spinning around. Her face turned bright red when she realized who was standing behind her.
"You!" she stammered, orange hair falling over her flushed cheeks, her orange eyes wide with shock.
It was Lily, Erin's bold-but-shy library friend from before, the girl he had met after ravaging Erin's rear.
Last time, she had been more polite.
Lily's hands flew to cover her ass even through the skirt, her body trembling with embarrassment. "Pervert! Stop staring! You saw everything, didn't you?! Jerk!"
Her voice was mean and scolding, but shaky underneath. Her orange eyes avoided his as her small breasts heaved with panicked breaths beneath her white blouse, her nipples hard and pressing against the thin material from the adrenaline.
The man standing in front of her was no ordinary guy. He was tall, handsome, and charming, almost like a vampire. The first time she had seen him, her panties had soaked through.
Compared to him, she was short and petite.
Alex raised his hands innocently, a smile playing on his lips. "Accident. But... nice peach."
Lily's blush deepened to nuclear levels. Her mouth opened and closed, her pretty orange eyes filled with embarrassment. "Ah! S-Shut up! Don't say that! You... you weren't supposed to see!"
Ash, standing beside him, hid a tiny smile behind her sleeve. Her golden eyes were wide with amusement.
The line moved forward, trapping Lily with them.
Lily crossed her arms over her small breasts, trying to look mean but failing. Her voice remained shaky. "This is your fault for standing behind me! Gosh, this is so embarrassing now..."
Alex chuckled behind her. "Call it a happy accident."
Lily huffed, but her orange eyes flicked back toward him curiously. She was still shy beneath her bold scolding. "D-Don't think this means I forgive you! Pervert!"
"What are you even doing here?" Lily demanded, her voice bold despite her still-burning cheeks. "I don't usually see you here."
Alex remained calm. "Lunch."
Lily rolled her eyes, then glanced at Ash. "And you brought a girl? What's her name?"
"You can ask her," Alex said, looking at Ash beside him.
She had been quiet for the most part, but she seemed to like Lily's daring nature.
Lily turned toward Ash, deliberately avoiding Alex's charming gaze. Her curiosity quickly took over. "Hi. I'm sorry for the fuss and the... Forget about it! I'm Lily. Are you this pervert's new victim? I heard rumors that he's a womanizer... I guess I can believe that now!"
Ash mumbled hesitantly, "No... he's... nice. I'm... Ashlyn, but you can call me Ash."
Lily laughed, her bold-but-shy eyes turning toward Alex. "Nice? He just called my butt a peach! He's a pervert. Stay away from him!"
Ash gave a small smile. "I agree. It... is nice."
Lily squeaked, her eyes widening as her cheeks flushed. Now even Ash was teasing her about her ass.
"H-Hey! Don't agree with him!"
They reached the counter. Alex ordered burgers, fries, and soda for himself and Ash. Lily placed her order while still flustered, her voice unusually high. She ended up ordering the same thing as them.
The shop was crowded, and there were no free tables with only one or two seats. Alex spotted one with three seats.
"Lily, join us?"
Lily hesitated, her mean facade cracking. "Not because I want to! Just... there are no other seats."
They sat down, with Alex and Ash shyly taking one side and Lily sitting opposite them, trying to maintain her usual bold attitude.
Lily talked more as they ate, her voice trying to sound bold while her shy expression betrayed her. "Do you know Erin well? She seems very absent-minded these days."
Alex mumbled softly, "I know her well."
Lily glanced at Ash curiously, then back at Alex. Her expression was bold, but her eyes remained shy.
"She did talk a lot about you lately...! And now you're with another girl here? What, hunting girls or something?"
Alex smiled calmly. "Something like that."
Lily's orange eyes widened, her blush returning. "What?! You're serious? That's... bold."
To Lily, Alex seemed like a quiet nerd, so she was baffled by his answer. He wasn't even smiling. He had admitted it completely seriously.
Ash mumbled shyly, "He's... protective." She nodded in confirmation as she took a sip of her soda.
Lily turned toward Ash, her curiosity growing. "Protective? Like a knight in shining armor? Spill! H-He can't be a magnet for girls for no reason!"
Ash hesitated, cautious about how much she should say. "He... helped me. With someone bad. He saved me."
Lily leaned closer, her boldness softening. "Bad how? You okay now?"
Ash nodded shyly. "Better... because of him."
Lily looked at Alex with a bold teasing expression, though there was a frown on her face. "Hero type, huh? I guess that gets you lots of girls? I-I mean, you're handsome, but still, beauty alone isn't enough!"
Alex said calmly, "Gets me the right ones."
He had already eaten half of his burger while the girls were still talking.
The lunch chitchat continued. Lily was bold and teasing. "So, quiet Ash, how'd he save you? Cape and everything? Hahahaha~"
But she became shy and stuttered whenever Alex teased her back.
"Your peach deserves compliments."
Ash remained quiet but gradually warmed up, adding occasional small comments.
"He... scared some bad guys away for me..."
She defended Alex shyly whenever Lily teased him too hard.
"He's... good, I swear!"
Ash added shyly, "He's... good at listening too."
Lily raised an eyebrow. "Listening? That's code for something naughty, right? I can tell his eyes are filthy!"
Ash blushed. "No... just... talks."
Lily laughed. "Fine, keep your secrets! But I will definitely get the absolute truth out of this pervert. I can't believe he saw my bare butt..."
Ash's lips moved into a small smile. "It was an accident..."
Lily admitted with reddened cheeks, all while avoiding Alex's charming eyes. "Yeah, I admit it's my fault, but he looked so perverted!"
Alex smirked again. "Yeah, a beautiful peach."
Lily squeaked. "Stop it! You're awful!"
Ash's small laugh echoed, and Alex was happy to hear it. Lily's unwavering energy had managed to draw Ash out of her depression. The two even began talking with each other.
They spent the rest of the lunch break talking, the shop quiet around them. Lily boldly drew stories out of Ash little by little, while Ash slowly opened up, her shy smiles growing more frequent.