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My mind had short-circuited.

A broken train of thought screeched in chaotic disharmony, spiraling out of control.

A kiss? Me, with Sirien?

I should refuse. But… am I even allowed to refuse in a situation like this?

No. I couldn’t do that. Sirien would undoubtedly be hurt.

The thin thread of rationality I clung to spared me from making the worst choice.

Then… should I accept it? But is that really okay?

Caught between a rock and a hard place, my indecisive heart bound my hands and feet.

Before I could do anything, Sirien moved first.

The girl—or rather, the woman—I had always known turned to face me.

For a moment, the world seemed to come to a halt.

Even the wind stilled, waiting for Sirien to speak.

Her eyes, crimson like jewels, stared up at me with unwavering determination.

Her cheeks, which always flushed red with embarrassment, were no different this time.

But something had changed. Normally, she would have avoided my gaze. Now, she was looking straight at me.

“S-Sirien?”

“Razen. Do you… not want this?”

“It’s not that I don’t want it. Not at all. What I mean is…”

“I see. That’s a relief.”

As the sun set, its amber hues danced across Sirien’s silver hair, her delicate face softening into a tender smile.

Huff. Haah.

I could hear her deep breaths, each inhale and exhale painfully vivid in this noisy festival.

Every part of Sirien etched itself into my mind.

She stepped closer.

Sirien took a single step toward me.

The meaning behind her action was clear.

Her hand gently cupped my chin, and my heart began to race wildly.

The pull of her hand left me powerless to resist.

That faint strength, fragile as a dream, bound me more tightly than any spell.

I must look like an utter fool right now. Perhaps my face is frozen solid.

I didn’t want this moment immortalized in a photo—Sirien would tease me about it for years to come.

One thing was certain: when Sirien leaned in, I responded in kind.

“Huff.”

And then, our lips met.

At first, there was a sweet fragrance. Then came her exhilarated breaths, blending into mine, and her yearning hands pressing firmly against my back.

Her lips, small, soft, and moist, explored mine.

Sirien’s hands gripped my hair, pulling me closer.

I encircled her back—and her flowing silver locks—in my arms.

Her flawless skin brushed against my lips, her gentle, pleasant scent unchanged.

Her tongue… No, I can’t.

Not yet. That would be crossing a line I couldn’t bear.

“Haah… Hah.”

“Mmh…”

As our brief kiss ended and we pulled back, I saw something unfamiliar in Sirien’s eyes.

Her crimson orbs held an emotion that resembled heartache, glistening like glass beads.

She was so beautiful, I couldn’t look away.

It felt as if everything had changed between us, as though our kiss had redrawn the boundaries of our relationship.

Sirien stared at me with trembling eyes, a face caught between tears and laughter.

“Razen.”

“Yes?”

“I… I can’t hold back anymore.”

Sirien’s lips descended upon mine once more.

****

[Sirien Eilencia]

It was all part of my plan.

“For this festival, I’ve brought something special: a camera. Do you know what that is? It’s a device that captures precious moments for eternity. It was no small feat to acquire it, let me tell you.”

“What are you getting at?”

“If you take a picture with Razen, that moment will be preserved forever on paper. Something you can always look back on. And since I’m hosting this festival, I’ve ensured everything is perfectly set up. After all, a festival should come with a memorable event, don’t you agree?”

“Explain yourself clearly!”

From sharing a stage with Razen to that kiss, none of it was left to chance.

Even yesterday, my detour to the village had been solely to prepare for this moment.

“So, in summary, here’s the plan: if there’s an event calling people to the stage, make sure to go up there with Sir Razen!”

“And if I do? What’s in it for me?”

“Hehe. Naturally, a kiss. I’ll create the perfect opportunity for you, so don’t miss your chance to make your move!”

“What about other arrangements? If this goes well, I’ll ensure the Count Eloran issue gets all the support it needs.”

“Of course, Saintess! I’ll do everything in my power to assist!”

I had already scouted the perfect spot.

A place where we could naturally watch the stage and dance together.

There was no room for coincidence in how I ended up here, next to Razen, watching the performance unfold.

And so, the first step bore fruit.

Each time our lips intertwined, an electrifying thrill coursed through my body, carried by my blood.

My fingers and toes tingled. I knew I’d never forget the joy of this moment.

I once said, didn’t I?

That I had claimed you as my knight. So taking all of you, completely, wouldn’t be that hard.

See? Even now, I’ve taken your lips.

It won’t be long until I claim your heart as well.

“I… I can’t hold back anymore.”

Though, truth be told, I hadn’t planned for this much.

Originally, I was content with just a light kiss.

I thought even that would bring me immense happiness, and that I wasn’t yet ready for something deeper.

But as soon as my lips met Razen’s, a fiery heat surged through me.

A blazing sensation roared within my chest, almost unbearable.

Preparedness? It turned out I didn’t need that at all.

When our lips parted, Razen was looking at me—as a woman.

His expression mirrored my own, his chest rising and falling with rapid, nervous breaths.

How could I stay still after seeing that?

So I dove in again, capturing his lips once more.

“Mm—haah, hmph.”

This time, it was more passionate. Far more fervent.

I let go of all restraint and followed my heart’s desires.

The dam of patience I’d built up over years finally collapsed.

Everything that had held me back—my pride, my reason—crumbled into nothing.

An uncontrollable torrent of emotion drove my body. I couldn’t stop myself anymore.

I slipped my tongue into Razen’s mouth first.

Caught off guard, his stiff tongue hesitated before tangling shyly with mine.

It was sweet. So sweet, no dessert I’d ever tasted could compare to this moment.

How unfair of you, hiding something this soft inside that firm, muscular body.

As our saliva mingled, it became impossible to tell whose was whose.

It felt like rain in a drought, and my chest swelled with overwhelming contentment.

“Sirien—mmph, mmph!”

“Just a little… just a little longer.”

This hadn’t been a short wait.

I had waited for today far longer than Razen could ever imagine.

When did I start waiting for you?

Was it when I realized my feelings in the sanctuary of Hibras? No, that wasn’t it.

Was it when I felt possessive of you in the cave? Still no.

It wasn’t during our aimless wanderings through the forest or the days spent locked in that shabby hut.

No, I’d been waiting for this moment far earlier than that.

Perhaps it was from the day I first met you.

When the adults introduced you as a friend I would one day grow close to.

My first friend. My first knight. And my first love.

You have no idea, do you?

Even at the castle, my eyes were always on you.

After boring lessons, I would wait for your training to end. And when I couldn’t bear waiting anymore, my feet would instinctively lead me to you.

Every moment spent walking through the gardens with you was pure bliss for me.

Knowing you were looking at me too filled me with a joy so boundless it felt like flying.

‘How could I not fall in love with you?’

Everything I have ultimately revolves around you.

You were the beginning of all my experiences, and you risked your life for me countless times.

I want to give you everything—my life, my past, my future, my heart, and my body.

So no, this wasn’t just four years of waiting.

I’ve waited more than ten years for this moment. Perhaps, I’ve been waiting for my entire life.

I pressed against Razen’s lips for as long as my heart refused to calm down.

Our kiss grew so prolonged that even the people around us seemed to hold their breath, watching.

I didn’t care. My mind was consumed with satisfaction, and only when I felt truly content did I pull away.

A clear, glistening thread of saliva stretched between us before falling to the ground.

Wiping the corners of my mouth with my hand, I couldn’t help but laugh.

“Ahaha! Haha, ahaha!”

I did it. In front of so many people, I actually did it.

I was so embarrassed I wanted to die, but I couldn’t stop laughing.

“So? How was it? It was my first kiss.”

“Me too… Of course, it was my first. You know that.”

“Good. That makes me so happy. So, so happy.”

Get ready, my love.

For now, I’ve only taken your lips, but the rest won’t be far behind.

I’ve waited long enough.

“Hey, Razen. Don’t make me wait any longer.”

“...”

“Your wish. If you don’t choose carefully, you’ll regret it for the rest of your life.”

Because I’m going to become the most valuable woman in the world.

And you’ve just been given an incredibly rare chance to claim me so easily.

You’re smart, my knight. I trust you’ll understand exactly what I mean.

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