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Romance

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January 4. The royal capital had returned to its usual activities.

The market, which had been closed for several days, was open, so Madame Therese and Leah-san went shopping together. It was not as if she had taken advantage of their absence, but Adele-san had come to my room.

“Cheers.” (Adele)

“Cheers.” (Leon)

“Congratulations on becoming an adult, Leon-chan.” (Adele)

“Thank you.” (Leon)

A short while ago, I was told that honorific speech was prohibited, so we spoke as equals.

We were not at a table. Today, we faced each other on the sofa or rather on the leather chairs. It felt as if the distance between us had closed. I was on the long chair, so it was a bit awkward. Adele-san wore a neat and elegant coat, but after entering the room and removing it, she revealed a blouse that accentuated her figure.

She was so beautiful that I could only sigh.

“But, even though you have become an adult, I cannot call you by your given name.” (Adele)

“No, it is fine… really fine, though.” (Leon)

“I see. Then, for a while I will call you Leon-chan. Still, this wine is delicious.” (Adele)

“Yes, it is.” (Leon)

The materials from the scaled armor rhinoceros Fatagrino were extremely valuable, and even half of the proceeds amounted to a considerable sum. That is why I had indulged in buying it along with some food for breakfast.

Both our glasses were empty, so I poured more wine.

“But…” (Adele)

“Hm?” (Leon)

“I did not expect Leon-chan to drink so much.” (Adele)

Her gaze fell upon the six bottles of wine we had bought. She must have noticed them in the sink.

“Ah. Tomorrow some classmates are coming over, so it is for that. But if I drink, I will have to buy more again.” (Leon)

Huh?

Adele-san’s smile faded.

“The classmates are girls, right?” (Adele)

“Y-Yes, but…” (Leon)

Why would she think that? Um…

Adele-san suddenly drained the glass that was still full.

“You know, Leon-chan, you are so cute, I cannot leave you aside.” (Adele)

Cute?

She set the glass down and stood up. Then, she moved around the small table.

“Ah.” (Leon)

She wedged her unexpectedly large hips between me and the armrest. The long chair could accommodate her easily.

When I tried to shift aside slightly to give some distance, she hugged me.

“Leon-chan. Are you close to those classmates? It is fine, since they are coming to play.” (Adele)

“Hm. We only eat lunch together at the university.” (Leon)

“Oh no. That is frustrating.” (Adele)

Frustrating?

“Eh, Adele-san, are you drunk already?” (Leon)

Her face was flushed.

“I am not drunk!” (Adele)

People who are drunk almost always say that.

“Also, not Adele-san, A-de-le.” (Adele)

She was drunk. It could not be an act. She pressed her body tightly against mine.

“Hey, pour some.” (Adele)

She took the glass I had set down and thrust it toward me.

“Are you alright, Adele?” (Leon)

“Hm, I am fine.” (Adele)

I doubted it, but poured about half.

“Thank you.” (Adele)

Somehow, she was cute.

After taking a sip, she set the glass down.

“But, if I leave it like this, Leon-chan will attract bad insects.” (Adele)

“You are mistaken. Tomorrow, it will not be only one but two coming.” (Leon)

This should clear up her misunderstanding.

“Eh! Two!? That is even more dangerous.” (Adele)

Dangerous?

“Eh.” (Leon)

She pressed herself down on me.

“You unfaithful Leon-chan, I will do this to you.” (Adele)

She climbed over me, pressing upward. She was beautiful. Adele’s face was close. Her eyes were closed. Her breath touched my face. The world went dark.

No, I cannot

I pushed Adele’s upper body away. She opened her eyes and looked at me, asking why. Bending my elbows, I repositioned myself and pinned her to the long chair.

“I love you, Adele. I wanted to do this.” (Leon)

Until now, I had not realized this desire, this longing. Adele nodded with a smile and closed her eyes again. She surrendered to gravity and pressed her lips against mine.

 

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Why does winter dusk arrive so early?

I could not help but think so.

We helped each other put on our coats and left the room.

At the entrance, Leah-san was waiting.

“So, you came.” (Leon)

“Yes. I will come again. I have the spare key.” (Leah)

“I-I see…” (Leon)

Leah-san stepped aside as if intimidated by Adele’s charming smile.

Outside, the wind was strong. We linked arms. So, it was warm with two. We walked to the street and hailed a carriage.

“How are you? Are you alright now?” (Leon)

“I am fine. I can walk properly. Ah, but my heart will not settle.” (Adele)

“Fufu.” (Leon)

“I think I like Leon-chan even more now. And I feel relieved.” (Adele)

“Relieved about what?” (Leon)

“That… it was… properly there.” (Adele)

“Huh?” (Leon)

“Of course, I trusted you… but I wondered if it was alright. When you caught a cold, you did not show me.” (Adele)

Ah, it was properly there. I see.

“No one shows it normally.” (Leon)

“Fufufu. Yes, this is fun. I want to go somewhere far with you like this.” (Adele)

“I would like that too.” (Leon)

My chest felt as if it were being squeezed.

“Tomorrow, two girls are coming to visit.” (Adele)

“Not that.” (Leon)

“Fufufu. Sorry.” (Adele)

“Oba-san and Oji-san will be worried.” (Leon)

“I know. For an actress, to show her true self…” (Adele)

Ugh.

She pressed her neck against mine.

“A charm so Leon-chan will not look elsewhere.” (Adele)

The usually long walk ended quickly, and we approached Oji-san’s house. A few days ago, I had not imagined this would happen.

We disembarked one block away, paid the fare, and walked together.

“Then, I will visit after school again.” (Adele)

“Okay.” (Leon)

She happily showed the key. Well, I had given it to her.

The crimson sunset hid her face, and she disappeared into the property.

I should return home.

After a short walk, I rode the carriage. The elation gradually subsided.

I wonder if what had happened a few hours ago was a dream. My feelings for Adele were certain. But… had I ever experienced such an impulse before, just before we hugged on the long chair?

I have been ignorant in this regard. Moreover, I have not realized I had such desires. Hein-nii had said most boys did, but this impulse had never arisen in me. Perhaps because I was still a child? Or a side effect of the brain system? I thought so.

*Bam, bam.*

Oh.

An elderly lady was startled. She looked suspiciously at me as I tapped my own cheeks.

I must be firm. I am an adult now. I am no longer someone who must be protected. I must take true responsibility for what I do and what I have done. Including matters concerning Adele. Including matters concerning magic.

 

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