"Sigh..."
On this bright morning, as sunlight streamed through the window, Zeke opened his eyes and let out a silent sigh.
He gently pulled back the blanket, revealing a girl with lovely short hair, half-purple and half-pink, curled up beside him like a contented kitten after a satisfying meal—adorable, serene, and endearing.
Most strikingly, her snow-white figure lay exposed without any cover.
Zeke's hand trembled slightly before carefully replacing the blanket.
His failure to firmly deter Sin's stubbornness led to this overwhelming sense of guilt now. Although she had reached a suitable age, due likely to Honkai Energy exposure, both Sin and Bronya shared similar physical traits. Despite possessing alluring qualities, their overall appearance still made Zeke feel culpable.
It wasn't regretful entirely, given that eventually, he would have to respond appropriately to this persistent girl. However, according to Zeke's original plan, it should have been postponed for several more years.
Zeke could only blame himself for overlooking Bronya's subtle influence and failing to correct Sin's mindset promptly. As a result, her possessiveness spiraled out of control. Ultimately, it was his own mismanagement that led to this situation.
"Rustle, rustle!"
Amidst Zeke's mixed emotions, Sin stirred beneath the blankets.
After a moment of shifting under the covers, an adorable face with short, fluffy hair emerged, displaying a drowsy yet charming expression.
"Zeke?"
"Good morning."
With a complex gaze, Zeke watched as the girl affectionately embraced him. Eventually, his eyes softened, allowing her to hold onto him tightly before she leaned in, seeking a kiss.
Having already experienced so much, Zeke no longer felt the need to limit intimate gestures like kisses, which he previously would have restrained.
Satisfied, Sin clung to Zeke's neck, unwilling to let go. With a sweet smile, her eyelids grew heavy again, fighting sleepiness.
She was utterly relentless, her fervent demands surpassing even those of Kiana and Bronya most of the time, resulting in a heavier emotional toll on herself. Clearly, she needed more rest.
"Go back to sleep for a bit; I'll wait just outside, you little mischief-maker." Zeke chuckled helplessly but lovingly, his heart melting at the sight of her sleepy demeanor.
Sin nodded drowsily and murmured,
"Mm-hmm, Zeke... Love you?..."
"I love you too."
"Wh...wh...wh..."
The girl drifted back to sleep.
Zeke waited patiently until he was certain Sin had fallen deeply asleep before gently disentangling himself from her embrace. He got off the bed, tucked the blanket around her securely, then dressed and left the room.
When Zeke entered the living room of his suite, Bronya was already seated upright on the sofa, with a cane resting straight across her snow-white thighs, accentuated by white stockings.
Seeing Zeke emerge from the bedroom, Bronya approached him gravely, holding out the cane with both hands. Then she turned around, bent over, and prepared a white towel to bite down on.
Zeke's eye twitched slightly.
"You...are you admitting guilt and accepting punishment?"
"That's right. Bronya knew it would upset Zeke, but Sin has been enduring these feelings for too long, and I couldn't bear to reject her. In any case, Zeke can now administer the punishment so we can move past this sooner."
"Crack!"
"Ahh!"
Zeke decisively struck, using precise force—enough to cause discomfort without inflicting serious harm. It would leave Bronya sore all day, making sitting nearly impossible. He understood well that Sin's bold confrontation, even employing "Underwater White Fang" as a provocation tactic, must have stemmed from Bronya's effective guidance.
In any case, this audacious and unruly little brat deserved that lash!
Bronya's face flushed red from pain as she writhed on the ground with her rear sticking up, trying not to disturb the exhausted Sin. She bit down on a towel, stifling most of her groans.
However, amidst the discomfort, her movements carried an unmistakable allure. Each gesture showcased her soft, captivating nature, displaying remarkable skill and training.
Zeke watched her squirm at his feet, his expression unflappable. After a moment, a hint of exasperation finally crept into his calm gaze. He knelt down, gently stroking Bronya's buttocks to alleviate her pain.
Sweating profusely, Bronya looked up at Zeke, caught her breath, and gave him a tender kiss on the lips before weakly saying,
"Thank you, Zeke."
"If you truly want to thank me, refrain from such antics in the future. With Sin, it's understandable—fulfilling my promise to her is only right. But for others...you know what I mean."
"But Seele is truly adorable too!"
"She may be, but she won't belong to me, do you understand?" Zeke spoke earnestly, gazing straight into Bronya's gray eyes.
Bronya met his gaze without backing down, clearly having her own intentions on this matter.
After a long moment, Zeke broke the standoff first and headed to the washroom. With Sin's recent incident still fresh, he lacked the mood to continue lecturing Bronya.
Relieved, Bronya rubbed her sore backside as she climbed up. She knew that once Zeke finished imparting his wisdom, he wouldn't remain angry. The covert support and nudging of Sin's actions were now water under the bridge. Being as astute as she was, Bronya always understood how to perfectly mend their relationship after challenging Zeke's patience, sometimes even strengthening their bond further—a unique combat style of Bruiser Wolf Fang, precisely gauging his sentiments!
After a brief nap, Sin awakened refreshed.
Although her endurance might not surpass that of Kiana, the Twin-Core Herrscher, Sin's resilience was nearly comparable to Zeke's flawless physique.
Quickly regaining full consciousness, she clutched the blanket, took a deep breath, and savored the lingering scent of Zeke, breaking into a goofy grin.
"Heh heh, Zeke...Zeke?" Following her usual momentary infatuation phase, Sin decisively got out of bed, neatly folded the quilt, smoothed the bedsheets, then slipped into an adorable pink dress before cheerfully opening the door.
"Zeke~?"
Without hesitation, she dove into Zeke's arms as he relaxed in the living room.
Immediately after, she assertively sought a kiss.
Zeke willingly complied, enjoying her affection while a hint of exasperation flickered in his eyes—until Sin's hand began exploring downward.
"It's still daytime, and you need rest," Zeke gently but firmly grasped Sin's hand, with a touch of sternness in his voice.
This child always acted impulsively, necessitating extra care; at times like these, firmness must prevail over soft-heartedness.
Pouting, Sin leaned softly against Zeke's chest, but upon hearing his heartbeat, a sweet smile returned to her face.
"Zeke, Sin feels so incredibly happy right now!"
"You... Alright, I can't really scold you this time either. By the way, Kiana and Bronya have received these already, so here's one for you too. So, will you marry me?"
With one arm around Sin's waist, Zeke held up a golden twisted ring with his other hand, smiling as he asked.
Sin's response was unsurprising; she vigorously nodded, her eyes glistening with tears of joy finally fulfilled. Slowly, she extended her hand, allowing Zeke to slide the ring onto her ring finger. The golden band perfectly complemented her fair skin.
"Oh Zeke, I'm overjoyed!"
Tears streamed down Sin's face as she passionately sought another kiss.
Zeke, unable to resist yet enjoying her uninhibited ardor, obliged.
Their moment was interrupted when a small gray-haired, gray-eyed girl climbed beside them, observing them with her pale gaze.
Bronya stared intently—stare.
Zeke and Sin parted reluctantly.
Blushing, Sin nestled closer to Zeke, batting her eyelashes at Bronya.
Bronya rolled her eyes, gently pulling away one of Zeke's arms, then crawled forward, slightly nudging Sin aside to claim her own spot in Zeke's embrace.
Both Sin and Bronya had petite figures, perfectly fitting within Zeke's strong, tall frame as they nestled close.
Bronya lazily asked, "So, Zeke, are you satisfied?"
Zeke hesitated, unable to respond directly. Saying he wasn't satisfied would be a lie; Sin's body was incredibly soft, and her passion was intense—how could it not be satisfying? But admitting satisfaction...would further compromise his integrity.
The corners of Bronya's lips curled up slightly.
"It seems you're quite content then. So our efforts weren't wasted after all."
"Stop teasing me. I can't seem to handle your mischievousness anymore."
"Sin must be thrilled too! Bronya thinks this is a win-win situation!"
"Are you itching for trouble again?"
Zeke sighed helplessly but couldn't do much other than gently embrace both of them. It appeared that even he had become an old lecher, though whether this change came with age or if he always harbored such desires beneath his principled facade remained unclear.
The three quietly cuddled together, savoring the rare moment of warmth and tranquility.
Then, Bronya spoke up:
"By the way, we've missed breakfast already. Zeke, any plans for the day ahead? Bronya is getting a bit bored."
"I've taken some time off for myself, but don't you have work?"
"Mom Cocolia and Miss Rita agreed to cover my shifts. Besides, most critical tasks are already completed; now it's just about supervising implementation. As commander, Bronya won't be as busy anymore."
"Oh, I see... That's good," Zeke mused, gently caressing Bronya's soft and smooth waistline.
With less workload, could they finally spend more quality time together?
Bronya, clearly understanding Zeke's thoughts, blushed shyly yet remained still, allowing him to enjoy the sensation of her skin.
"Knock! Knock!"
"Zeke-san, Raiden Mei reporting for duty!" Outside, gentle knocks were accompanied by Raiden Mei's soft voice, reminiscent of flowing water.
Zeke casually invited her in.
Raiden Mei entered carrying breakfast, only to witness Bronya and Sin affectionately nestled close to Zeke. Her face flushed slightly at this intimate sight. She wasn't surprised by their relationship, given that Zeke had openly declared it before, but the tender and amorous scene made her, a pure-hearted maiden, feel flustered.
On another note...
"Kiana, she..."
Hmm, while Kiana was occupied with Cecilia, perhaps leaving her out of this honeymoon-like atmosphere between the three might not be fair?
Feeling awkward and somewhat empathizing with her friend's predicament, Raiden Mei struggled internally.