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- Notice: May contain spoilers. Original characters may be added. Storyline may deviate from original video game. Contains fantasy violence, mild language, alcohol reference, and suggested themes.
I'm standing by the bed as my cheeks are completely flushed. 'What exactly did I get myself into?' I mean sure, flirting and going on a date with a girl was perfectly fine, but sleeping in the same room with one was a different story.
My heart is racing as I try to calm myself. It's no good. My eyes drift to Anna's slender frame, her crimson hair scattered along the mattress. While she's asleep she looks harmless, an entirely different person from the battlefield. She's also vulnerable, lost in her own world of dreams. I frown as I realize that it might involve a lot of money.
I'm ready to head back when she releases a little moan. I stop and freeze in my tracks. 'What was that just now?' The heat runs across my body as I swallow hard. I turn around to find herself sitting upright and rubbing her eyes. 'Oh, she's just awake.'
"Inigo?" She asks drowsily.
"Yes?" I take a seat by the edge of the bed to converse with her.
"Mmm...where are we?" Her eyes are half lid as she addresses me. There's the distinct smell of alcohol in her breath as she speaks.
"At an inn..." I say easily, but realize how suspicious it sounds.
"Hmm..." She takes her time looking around. I'm quite sure she's not sober yet. A grin forms along her lips as she moves closer to me. "And you conveniently booked only one room?"
Now she's definitely teasing me. "I-It was too pricey for two. Besides I don't have that much gold on me." I'm telling the truth as my head turns to the side. My cheeks burn brighter than before.
"Oh..." She's still grinning. Did she think I was lying? Anna moves closer than before, her body closing the gap between the two of us. I can feel her hot breath lingering on my skin as she whispers into my ear. "Are you sure that's the only reason?"
The words are stuck in my throat. 'She's too close!'
"Inigo..." Her lips brush against my ear as the hairs on my back rise up. I attempt to move away, but my body fails to comply.
"Y-You're drunk" I manage to say something to bide the time.
"So?" She starts to nibble on my ear as I close my eyes.
"Umm...what did you say earlier?" I slowly push her aside. "You don't mix business with pleasure." I remind her, hoping that she stops her advances.
"I said that?" She tilts her head to the side before releasing her ponytail. Her crimson hair falls to her sides. "I don't remember..." She places the strands of hair behind her ear. "You know Inigo, traveling alone can be quite lonely."
I look down as her fingers trace my arm.
"And sometimes...I just want to be..." Her nose brushes against my neck. I instinctively tense up as she finishes her sentence. "Close to someone."
My eyes drop as she utters those words. I knew exactly what she was feeling. The future I came from was grim and bleak, when I sought comfort from my parents, they were no where to be found. Traveling alone to protect the other villages and citizens was all that I could do to mend the emptiness in my heart.
She lowers her head on my chest as I hear her breathing quietly. My hands move to wrap them around her body. It takes all my courage to stroke her hair carefully.
Anna lifted her head slowly. I found a look in her eyes that seemed all too familiar - longing. I hold my breath as she meets my face.
She was drunk and things were bound to go wrong. I just never imagined it to happen to me so soon. Everything occurred to quickly for me to react. Anna pulled me into a kiss as my eyes widened in surprise. Fazed by shock and the unexpected turn of events, I sat still and lacked the ability to reciprocate her kiss.
This seemed to disappoint her as my face turned as red as a tomato. I should really get going now, before I fail to get out of this predicament. My body gets up from the bed, but the crimson merchant pulls me down onto the mattress. We're in a position where she pins me down as I struggle to break free.
"Relax Inigo..." She whispers into my ear. "I'll be gentle..."
Those words are more than enough to freak me out. Sure I'm a big flirt and getting girls was pretty simple if you spoke the right words, but getting physical with one...this would be my first. "Anna, I don't think this is a good idea."
"What?" She puts on a pout before me. "You're kidding right?"
"No?..." Did I just question myself?
She let out a hearty laugh. "You're so modest! Honestly..." Anna brushed her lips against my ear. "Most boys would jump at a chance like this..."
"T-Then I guess I'm not like most boys..." I turn to the side. Her grip on me tightens.
"Hmm...You're right, I guess that's why I find you so intriguing." She starts nibbling on my ear as I do my best to keep my mouth shut.
My eyes drift to the door, if I can just get out of here. Think Inigo, think. I close my eyes as a cold sweat trickles down my face.
"Inigo, don't even think about it..." Anna reminds me coldly. She traces her finger onto my face, capturing my undivided attention.
I must have a silly look on my face since she stifles a content laugh. There's no other choice but to turn my head from the embarrassment. 'Gods, her grip doesn't seem to loosen up at all...'
After a minute, she releases my hands and straddles herself onto my body. There's not change with the color of my face, this position makes things even worse. I look down and feel her hand trace my clothing, she starts taking it off without my permission. "Umm...Anna?"
"..." She continues as if I never spoke. I can feel her warm hands on my skin as she pulls up my top.
It takes a few seconds for me to turn the tables. With my hands free, I hold her hands and roll her to the side. Anna's back is on the mattress while I remain on top of her. I watch her expression change from confusion to amusement with a blink of an eye.
"Hmm..." She forms a grin, she's obviously enjoying this. "Inigo, who knew you could be this sexy?"
"W-What?" I release her hands and start to get up. "Do you hear yourself?"
"If course I do..." Anna moves up to support herself with her elbows. Her crimson hair is scattered freely, I admit that she looks fairly attractive.
"But seriously, what's one night with me?" She leans on my back awaiting my answer.
"..." I remain quiet.
"Wait..." I can imagine her smile resurfacing. "Don't tell me you haven't..." Her words falter as I comprehend the rest.
I don't know how to respond so I scoot away from the bed.
"Oh Inigo!" She takes my hand and presses her chest against my back. "You don't have to be embarrassed!"
At this rate, I'm more than ready to sleep outside or by the street.
"You know...if you want...I can be your first." She offers nonchalantly.
'Huh?' I turn around and notice her eyes softening at me. 'Is she serious?'
"I'm serious..." She embraces me tighter, I can feel her heart beat if I concentrate hard enough. "I just want your company." Her hands moves to my abdomen, then to my legs.
I swallow hard, she's not going to let me leave unless... "Fine." I knit my brows together.
"Oh?" She tilts her head to get a better view of my face.
I remove her hands and turn my body to face hers. 'Relax', I remind myself before looking her in the eye. Anna snakes her fingers into my hair, drawing me close for a kiss. This time I don't hesitate to return it. She seems pleased and pulls me downward until her head reaches the pillow. If I can just lower her guard for the slightest second, I'm sure I can escape. But doing so would require myself to get a little intimate. Like my performances, I must give it my all.
Her hand runs down my chest, and I notice it as she reaches down my waistline.
I freeze and start to panic. 'Snap out of it...' I tell myself.
Anna grins deviously and watches my face fluster.
'Think Inigo...' I turn to the side. There's only one idea that pops up to mind. "Look, gold!" I point to the side as Anna lifts her head momentarily. This is a golden opportunity, she bought it! I scramble off the mattress and land on the floor. My hands reaches for my belt and scabbard before I bolt for the door.
"Inigo!" Anna yells as I successfully manage to escape.
I stop running to catch my breath. That was way to close! I'm surprised I actually got out of there in one piece. Hopefully she won't remember any of it in the morning. I start forward when a silhouette manifests in the shadows before me.
It's pretty late, past midnight. I prepare for the worst, is it a brigand? A thief? I'm not certain. My hand draws the steel sword.
The wind blows ominously as the figure takes a step forward. It doesn't take long for me to realize that it's a girl. Her hair flows in the air freely, but her face remains concealed. She takes several paces before revealing herself.
My eyes widen when I realize exactly who it is. "Severa?"
"Oh, it's you..." She shoots me a disappointed look.
I can't help but smile, I'm glad to know she's safe. "What brings you out here and in the middle of the night?"
"I should be asking you the same..." She scowls at me, she hasn't changed at all.
"Well...I..." I can't bring myself to tell her the truth. Why would I anyways?
"Whatever." She starts walking away, leaving me alone on the grassy plains.
"Hey, wait a moment." I accidentally hold her hand.
She turns around and I swear she's blushing. "...L-Let go of me!" Severa breaks off our skin contact and continues down the hill.
"Severa! Wait, I'm sorry!" I catch up to her, but eventually lose my balance and fall onto her.
She yells out as we tumble down the hill. I do everything in my power to protect her head from the impact. In the end, we weren't injured badly. My hands are wrapped around her in a tight embrace, her voice pulls me back to reality.
"H-Hey! What do you think you're doing?" She attempts to push me away.
"Hehe," A nervous laugh escapes my lips as I back away from her.
She pats off the rubble on her mercenary outfit. I get up quickly and offer her my hand. As expected, she stands on her own, her face completely flustered.
"Hey, I'm short a few gold..." I start out and scratch my head. "Do you think you can lend me some? Just for the night." I finish quickly. There was no way I was going back to the inn with Anna. "I'll pay you back."
"What's wrong? Did you spend all of it courting all the girls in this town?" Her expression remains unamused.
"No..." I respond sheepishly. In truth, I left my bag of coins in Anna's room. What an unfortunate turn of events.
Severa stops to think about it for a while. "Fine..." She starts walking ahead as I stand my ground. When she notices that I'm not beside her, she turns around. "Are you coming?" Her eyes narrow at me.
My grin reappears before I rush to her side.
...To be continued
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