Chapter 96
Chapter 96
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Translator: MadScientist
Chapter: 96
Chapter Title: First Date
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Mary and Emily. The conclusion of our lunch together and the confession strategy involving the three of us was a frontal assault.
So first, we decided to wait for the right time.
The exact moment Rapne's confinement in the tower would end.
The period Rapne had been confined to the tower after losing her memories and losing the bet was one month.
Although the contract stated that she would grant my wish.
The duration of her confinement in the tower was entirely at the academy's discretion.
Thus, citing the contract's validity and the fact that she had tormented me, the academy ordered Rapne to remain in the tower for one month.
Of course, once that decision was made, the contract's power ensured she couldn't leave the tower for that full month.
From my perspective, after Rapne regained her memories, there was no need for her to stay locked in the tower.
But with the contract's power already in effect, I had no choice but to wait out the remaining time.
And as the month of Rapne's confinement in the tower drew to a close...
"D-Date...?"
During our usual dinner time, I brought up the idea of a date with Rapne.
"Yeah, to celebrate you regaining your memories and the end of your tower confinement. What do you think?"
"I love it! Totally love it!"
As expected, Rapne blushed and flashed a wide smile.
Come to think of it, we'd spent the most time together, but I had no memory of just the two of us strolling through the streets alone.
This was a perfect chance to make some memories like that.
More importantly, the key words would be said in a special place at the perfect timing.
...To be honest, saying it in the tower risked her getting confined again immediately.
Anyway, let's think positively about everything.
"Ehehe, a date with Ken..."
Rapne paused mid-spoonful of soup, cupping her cheeks and wiggling her body.
She looked so elated, swaying side to side as if floating on air.
Seeing her like that brought a smile to my face too.
'Yeah, let's make this the best time possible and leave her with great memories.'
My ultimate plan was to get Rapne's permission for a threesome.
But for now, this was her monumental first date.
So even more than my plan, I wanted her to be happy.
Especially since she'd done so much for me all this time.
And a few days later, time flew by, bringing the end of her one-month confinement.
◇◇◇◆◇◇◇ "Wh-what do I do? What should I wear?"
"Any of those three would be fine. They all look great on you."
"But...! I want to look even prettier if possible!"
The date started with a one-hour delay because Rapne couldn't decide on an outfit in the tower.
She agonized over three dresses that were subtly different in color and design.
Finally picking one, we left the tower.
They looked the same to me, but apparently, there was a world of difference in her eyes.
"Hehe, I'm so excited."
The moment we stepped out, Rapne clung to my arm, pressing close with a childlike smile.
Of course, a date didn't mean doing anything special compared to usual.
Just heading out to the streets, eating at a nice restaurant, browsing shops and shopping.
Ending with a walk in a romantic spot.
There might be better options, but I thought this ordinary date was perfect.
After all, Rapne rarely got to leave the tower and wander the streets like this.
I wanted her to enjoy what others might see as a mundane date course, together with me.
"This is so good! Want some, Ken?"
"Huh?"
"Here, ahh~. Let me feed you."
"I-I can eat it myself. People are watching."
"Why? Worried about what the other girls might think?"
"I'll gladly accept."
We ordered different dishes and shared bites, feeding each other too.
Rapne blushing as she took the small bites of steak I offered was adorable.
And her playfully feeding me like a kid was cute in its own way.
Looking at it this way, it felt like a perfectly normal lovers' date, and my heart started to race a little.
Though Rapne's glare at the surrounding women eyeing me made it pound for a different reason.
"How's this? Does it suit me?"
"Y-Yeah. It suits you great."
"...You could look a little closer."
"......"
"Wanna touch it?"
"Don't say things people might misunderstand."
It was about the necklace.
Naturally, the necklace hung around Rapne's pale neck, the gem resting just above her collarbone.
She leaned forward to show it off, and her dress neckline dipped, giving a glimpse of her cleavage as she tempted me.
"Tch, on a date, it's fine to be a bit more aggressive."
"Rapne, this is a shop..."
But who am I?
A man tempered to resist desire even when falling asleep in bed alone with Rapne in the tower.
This level of temptation wouldn't shake me.
...Though my eyes were glued anyway. Man's instinct.
"But isn't a date between a guy and girl... supposed to be like that?"
"L-Like what?"
"More proactive, hotter than usual, somehow drawing closer..."
"Where'd you hear that?"
"From novels!"
Guess I need to cut down on her reading.
"...Fine."
Then, while walking, Rapne suddenly tugged me into an alley between buildings.
She pushed me against the wall toughly and looked up at me with seductive eyes and a smile.
"So, you could do whatever you want with me."
Today's Rapne was unusually aggressive.
Why? Even on the crowded streets instead of our secluded tower, she pressed against me without hesitation.
Of course, it wasn't right in the middle of the road but a shadowy alley, so no one was watching.
"R-Rapne..."
The date I thought would be ordinary turned out different from my expectations.
No, very different from my dates with Mary and Emily so far.
"I want to kiss you."
Theirs had been innocent, fluttering, ticklish dates.
Rapne was seducing me far more boldly.
Her touches more intense, almost testing my limits.
'Wh-what do I do...'
Rapne blushed and gently closed her eyes.
She pressed her body tight against me pinned to the wall, refusing to let go.
A kiss with Rapne.
Before challenging Tarros Tower, she'd often asked for them, so it wasn't impossible despite the embarrassment.
'Yeah, it's a date.'
If she wanted it, I'd do it.
"......"
No, saying it like that makes it sound like I don't want to.
Truth be told, my heart was pounding like it might burst, desire surging.
So I carefully brought my face to Rapne's closed eyes.
The familiar feel of her lips after so long.
And since we'd both brushed our teeth after lunch, a faint mint scent mixed with her fragrance.
"......"
"......"
When our lips parted moments later, the seductive smile was gone from Rapne.
She shyly bowed her head, clutching her cheeks.
Seems she'd mustered her courage and endured the embarrassment too.
She buried her face in my chest for a while, hugging me.
"I'm so happy today..."
She looked up with a soft smile.
Thus, our date with Rapne flowed in a very ordinary yet heart-pounding way.
But as time passed, my excitement turned to anxiety and worry.
Soon, I'd have to confess to her.
And then bring up the important, risky topic.
"Next time, I wanna go to a festival with you, Ken."
"Sure, let's go to the next one. Now you can come out whenever you want."
"...Hehe. You seem extra sweet today, Ken."
"H-Huh? I'm the same as always."
"You're always sweet, but today you're indulging me even more."
After browsing shops, we walked along the path by a nearby lake.
The cool breeze from the lake and the sweet scent from surrounding flowers created a perfect atmosphere.
In that moment, Rapne brought up something that made me flinch, as if she'd seen through my plan.
I thought I'd acted normally.
Did she sense subtle differences?
Women's intuition is scary.
"Hey, Rapne."
"Yeah?"
"Wanna sit for a bit?"
Sensing from her sharp intuition that the moment had come, I started setting the mood.
A bench near the path.
We sat, gazing at the lake.
"I... have something to tell you, Rapne."
I took her hand and carefully began the speech I'd prepared.