[Disclaimer: I do not own any characters used in this story; Konosuba is property of Natsume Akatsuki and animated by studio Deen. The characters portrayed in this story are 18. Be warned: the following story is rated M for mature audience. Now, thanks for reading, and enjoy Chapter 8 of Konosuba: What the Heart Wants!]

-- 11:00A.M., The Next Day, The Hospital--

Tragedy had once again found them. It would come when they least expected it, it's presence profound once it peaks it's head. Despite everything seeming to be on track, Kazuma was once again in harm's way; though this time, the danger cane in the form of a woman. Enough was enough. Regardless of multiple people being involved, he was the one receiving the most when it came to "karma."

"He'll be fine," the doctor states. "Let's just be lucky that the ingredients that she gathered from Wiz weren't actually fresh. He'll feel lightheaded for a while, so just make sure he has plenty to drink."

The three females released a sigh of relief after hearing his words. Turns out the Yunyun had been given some defective ingredients; the poison she concocted was no more lethal than a bee sting. The only real damage that was done was to his leg, which they had to treat once more when they arrived.

"I still can't believe Yunyun really did what she did," Aqua says, still a bit angered. "I really didn't think she would go that far."

"I'm just glad she will be behind bars for a while," Darkness chimes in. "She was really trying to kill Kazuma, not to mention that she assaulted me, too. Hopefully she gets the help she deserves."

Megumin sat in silence. She couldn't comment on anything related to Yunyun due to how fresh it still was. Although, she couldn't but feel that this was all her fault. If she hadn't used Yunyun the way she did...if she hadn't been so selfish...none of this would've happened. To blame Yunyun for everything would be just her denying her part in it.

"Yunyun did what she did because of me," Megumin admits.

"If I hadn't gotten her involved, she wouldn't have had to do what she did..."

"Don't do that. Don't go making excuses for her!"

"Megumin, Aqua's right. She acted on her own accord and did what she did. That has nothing to do with you."

"Everything that happened--the fighting between us, Kazuma's sadness, Yunyun's heartache--I caused all of it! All because of how selfish I was! I was just so jealous over Aqua having Kazuma that I..."

Darkness stands and walks over towards Megumin. A normal friend would console others in a sense that was both warm and affectionate, but sometimes, in order for others to see things clearly, a bit of tough love is more of a necessity. A loud "smack!" fills the room after Darkness' palm slaps her cheek. The female shared the same shock expression as the Goddess did.

"I'm tired of hearing you put everything on yourself!" Darkness says aloud. "Yeah, as far as the drama and fighting in the group, everyone had their share in that. Kazuma and Aqua should've been more considerate of you, and you shouldn't have let your jealousy and envy get the best of you. However, at the end of the day, I won't stand by and let you take the blame for other people's actions."

Darkness sighs as she brings both Aqua and Megumin into her embrace.

"Kazuma is going to be okay. We live these issues and negative emotions here, because when we are at home, all that matters is that we have each other. This has to stop."

Both Aqua and Megumin were silent. It was probably the shock factor of witnessing the slapping, or it was probably due to how greatly felt her words her, but the two didn't bother to comment after she spoke. It was nice that they had a neutral party that could speak without being bias due to their feelings being invested. It was about time they grew up and started thinking about each other's wellness instead of their own.

Kazuma had awoken to the sight of the white ceiling looking back at him. Sitting up slightly, an acute pain was felt in his forehead. It was like somebody was poking his brain with a sharp object. He had also noticed the three hugging before him.

He didn't remember much after passing out, but whatever Yunyun injected him with didn't seem lethal. Had it been, he was sure he would've seen Eris again, yet he didn't. Aside from the splitting headache and thirst, he felt just fine.

"What happened?"

Upon hearing him speak, the three had their eyes light up. Without even a second thought, the three leapt on him, showering him with affection. Too bad he wasn't able to enjoy the moment of having their breasts pressing up against him.

--6:00P.M., The House--

After entering the home, Kazuma was escorted to his room by Darkness and Aqua. Since his leg had been further damaged by Yunyun, his daily activities would be hindered; though the others wouldn't mind helping out, seeing he couldn't do much on his own. They were able to reduce the bruising and swelling dramatically with some herbs they used, and he still pain while standing on it. Having the three aid him for a bit was worth it.

Kazuma was lying in the tub. As he was submerged in the steaming water, the tension melted away. He wanted to forget about everything that happened, and after taking a look at his hoisted leg, the memory was too lucid in detail. He heard that Yunyun had been taken into custody. And although she hurt him, Kazuma knew exactly what she did it for. If there was anything that he learned, it was that there were consequences for every action--even if it was good intentions behind them.

"You okay?"

Kazuma was snapped out of his tranced look only to notice Aqua standing there. She had a concerned look as she held the towel in her arm. She was here to help him in any way she could.

"I'm fine, just...still thinking..."

Aqua knelt beside the tub before reaching inside, startling Kazuma a little. The blue-haired Goddess couldn't help but shoot him a glance with her eyebrow being raised.

"You nervous?" She teases him. "It isn't like I'm doing anything dirty, right?"

A hint of red struck Kazuma's cheeks as she wiped him down with the smaller towel she had. He was rather cute when he was like this. Teasing him like this would be fun since they needed something to help them forget what had been going on lately. With a mischievous grin upon her face, she ran the towel much lower than needed, Kazuma only watching as she did.

He could feel her hand scrubbing around his lower area, brushing past his manhood. She did this intentionally, as if to further tease him, something he was already aware of but didn't stop. Her hold on the towel was released, only for her to stop pussyfooting around and do what she set forth to; grabbing his member in her hand, a rush of air parts Kazuma's lips. If he wanted her to stop, he would have done so the moment she started, yet she continues with no delay.

"Aqua..."

"Don't stop me, Kazuma. I know you screwed Megumin. And even though we made amends, I'm not letting her have you all to herself..."

She knew that they did it!? Kazuma did admit that they had left the door what during their session, but he didn't realize that someone was actually watching them! Was she doing this to get even? Stopping her hand, they share a glance at each other.

"I just don't you to have to keep fighting over me anymore," He states. "If there's anything I've learned, it's that eventually someone will be hurt. I just want you two to be happy..."

Aqua brings her lips close to connect his own, this confirming her feelings for him. She wasn't going to let him go that easily, and even Megumin was aware of that. She may have stated that she was aware of her feelings for him, but she wasn't going to let him get away. After a moment or two, she separated their lips, with Kazuma eager to continue. She smiles at his failed attempt.

"It's time you left the tub. You don't want to be like a prune, do you?"

Helping out of the tub, she takes him back to his room, laying him upon his bed. Motioning towards the door, she leaves him standing there with a full-blown erection. Talk about being a tease. Unaware if she was coming back, he decides to go to sleep.

Kazuma was still asleep as someone crept into his room. After closing the door behind them, the person moved in stealth towards his bed. They move with no sound emanating from each step.

Kazuma was stirred awake by what seemed to be someone climbing in bed with him. He noticed the figure in his room, their forms pitch black due to the lack of light. Before he could panic, a hand was clasp over his lips.

"It's me, Kazuma."

"Darkness?!" He was glad she had clasped her hand over his face, else he would have probably woken Aqua or Megumin.

He expected the other two would do this. He didn't think Darkness was type of women.

"I'm only here because I'm making sure the other two don't come and do anything strange to you," she explains. "Just act as if I'm not here."

With the two now in his bed, there was just enough space for them. And while he assumes she had gone to sleep, Kazuma was still awake. Upon turning on his right side, he was met with the backside of Darkness, her blonde hair in his face. By them lying underneath the window, the ghastly light from the moon was enough to illuminate the bed through the curtain. He could see the pink night gown she wore, her round bottom just inches from his crotch.

Kazuma didn't know how Darkness would react, but rubbing against her from behind, he felt a satisfaction coursing through him. He only heightened the sensation more by pressing his bare erection against her rear, rubbing against it slowly.

Darkness was aware of what Kazuma was doing. She could feel him rubbing against her from behind, a blush appearing on her cheeks. She didn't think he was going to jump at an opportunity so fast, yet here he was. Truth be told, this was all going according to plan. It was only a matter of time before he gives in and penetrates her.

Kazuma was starting to crave more of Darkness the longer he grinded. He was full-on grinding against her and there was no response. Was she anticipating such from him? Was she truly here to protect him from Aqua and Megumin?

Seeing as she didn't seemed bothered, he decided to ante up the excitement by rolling up the back of her nightgown. She was was wearing a black thong underneath, though her cheeks had swallowed the thin string of fabric, giving the impression she wasn't nothing at all.

Darkness' blush intensified upon feeling him rolling up her dress. He was really going to do it? Was he really going to be that bold? Having his member rubbed between her cheeks, Darkness found herself getting more aroused by the second. She could feel just how hot his member was against her.

"Damn, Darkness... Your ass feels so good..." Kazuma compliments her as he continued rubbing against her. He was aware that she must've been privy to what he was doing and was feigning like she was asleep. With his hand reaching around to grasp her breast, a low, sharp inhale was heard.

"K-Kazuma...!" She exhales. She didn't expect him to make such a bold on her. She was mistaken to have thought that he wouldn't make any advances on her. Still, after all the trauma they endured, could one night really be that bad?

Darkness felt his fingers against her sex, rubbing the outer labia. She was already wet from the frottage, so there wasn't much more he could do to get her more excited. Removing his fingers from herself, she turns to face him, revealing her flustered expression. The time of foreplay was over.

Being considerate of his condition, she was the one that was on top. Removing her nightgown, her curvaceous form was on display. Kazuma drunk in her body, his hands gravitating towards her breasts, cupping and squeezing them as they were still in black bra. Discarding the pink gown, she then grasps his member, elevating her waist until she was just inches from over it.

Kazuma's eyes rolled when she descended back upon him. As expected, she was just as tight as Megumin and Aqua. It was a good thing he was able to force down the urge to climax right then and there. It had been a while since he felt like he was in the mood, so he was quite backed up. Resting her hand upon his chest, Darkness started off slow, her hips gyrating like the waves of the sea.

Aqua was tip-toeing as she made her way out of her room. She was wearing her pajama top--and only that. It didn't take much to figure out her motives. She was going to continue where they left off earlier. Though, she wasn't the only one with naughty intentions: also creeping down the hall was Megumin, who was just as close to the door as she was. She was also in just her red pajama top with nothing underneath. Meeting at his door, the two shared the surprise of the other appearing at this time.

"I guess I wasn't the only one thinking about having a night with him," Megumin figures.

"I guess so..." Aqua replies.

There was awkward silence between them as they stood there, only for the mixture of muffled sounds to be heard. Realizing what they were hearing, the two both looked at the door, wondering if their hearing was playing tricks on them. Placing their ears against the door, they got a better quality of audio, which was of Darkness moaning. It was clearly her since they were the only ones in the house.

"Looks like she was the one to get to him first," Aqua groans out, pouting somewhat.

"I wouldn't have thought she was bold enough to make a move on--"

The two paused in conversation upon hearing Darkness getting louder. They were really going at it, even though Kazuma was still not at a hundred percent. Placing their ears against the door once more, the sounds were much louder, Darkness' voice much more clear. Aqua couldn't deny that she was quite turned on,her hand snaking over to her own womanhood. Megumin's actions mimicked hers, her own hand rubbing at her own lower region.

Inside the room, the two were engaged in heated copulation. Kazuma was now on top while Darkness was on her back. With her legs wrapped around her waist, the sweat dripping down their forms, Darkness didn't hold back her voice, which resounded throughout the room.

Darkness was impressed that he could still move despite the leg issue. He was so rough, slamming into her with all he had. This type of roughness was something that she was into being the person she was, so she didn't bother to tell him to slow down in the slightest. Gripping his wrist, she continued to provide him with stimulation with both her body and voice.

Aside from the stinging in his leg, Kazuma felt awesome, otherwise. Darkness felt incredible, and her voice was similar to an angel's. Kazuma was a bit nervous that the others could hear him, but after a while, he didn't seem to think about nothing other than Darkness. She was gripping him from below with a great grip, each thrust providing a heavy dose of pleasure.

Aqua had already stuck two fingers into herself. Sliding into her vaginal opening, she was pressed against the door. She used the voices to paint a mental picture, using the visuals to help stimulate herself. Using her left hand to fondle her mammory, she teased the stout nipple, twisting and squeezing it. She didn't even show a bit of embarrassment in doing so infront of Megumin, who was doing the same. Kazuma was all she wanted, nothing else.

Megumin had her eyes closed as played with herself. Mimicking the actions of the other, her left hand stimulated her breasts while the right was busy down below. She envisioned herself in Darkness' place, being the one to receive Kazuma's heavenly Excalibur. Her body craved him so much that it drove her crazy.

"Turn around!" Kazuma demands.

Before Darkness could even say anything, Kazuma had flipped her, her waist being elevated while her torso remained against the sheets. Feeling him enter back into her, her mind was once again in a fog, the pleasure being too much for her handle. The sounds of their skin smacking violently filled her ears, her breasts flapping about madly. It only got better from there: with his palm striking her cheek, the Blonde's eyes widened. Their was something about what he did that made her tense up, as well as make her very aroused.

"Do it again! Spank me!"

Aqua was taken aback when she was suddenly brought to the ground. Now looking up at a Megumin, who was now nestled between her parted legs, Aqua was curious as to what she was doing. What did she even plan on doing?

"M-Megumin! What are you doing?"

Megumin said nothing. Using her legs to hoist up Aqua's, their outer labia being stacked over each other. Megumin then began to move, sending Aqua reeling back. There was friction when she did this, the liquids they were exuding allowing for a slicer motion. Aqua felt conflicted about what was going on, not knowing whether to stop her or let her continue. This was the first time doing this with another girl.

Megumin had employed what she learned from Yunyun. It worked in both their favor, giving them both the opportunity to feel pleasure. Megumin had never seen Aqua's face while having sex, and she didn't plan on letting her due to her covering her face with her hands. Though, she couldn't hide her moans, which she could still hear. As their heavy breathes filled the hall, Megumin didn't stop her hips in the slightest, their sexes continuing to rub against each other roughly.

"Fuck, I think I'm about to...!"

Gripping her hips with all his might, his hips move in a quicker fashion. He could feel himself growing turbid inside of Darkness, the pressure within him swelling up like a balloon. There was no turning back now, his hips being driven by the promise of a satisfying climax. Just as he was reaching the apex of built tension, Darkness pulls away from him, strings of white liquid being plastered over her slightly red bottom.

Darkness was able to sense his orgasm before it came. She may have been immersed in the sex, but she had enough awareness to not let him shoot inside her. She wasn't that infatuated with Kazuma to an extent that she would risk getting pregnant by him. It would've been a different case if he wore protection.

She could feel his seeds that coated her backside. He shot a heavy amount. He must've been quite backed up. She was also quite satiated, now quite tired after such a session.

Megumin and Aqua both hit their climax simultaneously, their liquids shooting out from behind them. Aqua had to admit that Megumin was quite good at what she did, assuming that Yunyun must've taught her about that. And even though she wouldn't admit it, it felt quite amazing. She never imagined Megumin was so good on top. However, not wanting to be caught in the hall, Aqua and Megumin both get over the afterglow and make their way back to their rooms.

After a while, Darkness had left his bed, gathering her clothing soon after. Seeing as she had exhausted him for the night, there was no point in her sticking around any longer. Closing the door behind herself, she enters her own room, where she would remain for the rest of the night.

[Chapter Finished.]