Chapter 124 - Something romantic about making out in a haunted village

The only thing she ever did with that person was kiss. Even then, the kisses they shared never lasted this long. They never made her feel this way. They never made her feel this muddled headed, never made her feel so much desire.

Her entire body felt like it was burning. Akito, he's more passionate than he was the other night. She never thought she could feel this much desire for another person. It was a bit upsetting that she couldn't feel his skin against hers like she did the previous night.

The way their tongues enter winded with each other drove her crazy. Damn this man; he's so good with his tongue if he kissed her like this the previous night then she would be used to it by now! No, if he kissed her like this from the start then... Her thoughts broke off when she felt her knees go weak, 'this is bad.' She can't stand up any longer.

To her surprise, Akito lifted her legs up, realizing what he was doing. Setsura wrapped them around his waist, and Akito hummed in approval. Well, this wasn't bad either. It seems like Akito becomes a devil when it concerns intimacy. Mmm, it isn't bad. Being bribed by the devil, now she understood why he brought all the way out here. It was so nobody could disturb them. Indeed, in this place, there is no chance of interruption. They could do whatever they wanted, what a pleasing thought.

Setsura deepened the kiss, and the devil immediately became more passionate.

'The Devil.' Setsura nodded in approval; this is the perfect name for this beast-like man. Setsura ran her fingers down his back. Even through his clothes, Setsura could tell how muscular he was. When she first arrived here in the Meiji Era, it was hard to focus on such things. However, now that things have settled now. It was getting harder for her to ignore his charms.

One of the main reasons why she could avoid it before was Akito himself. He was broody and sulky for a while. A depressed and sulking man is nice and all. But Akito's level of sadness was too much. Anybody who met him then would neglect his looks and focus on his sadness. That's why she really didn't notice how handsome he was.

If she knew before, then she wouldn't have lived with him even if it was for her own safety. Living together with a handsome man with a good body has far too many temptations. If he only had a good face, then she could still resist. But his body is definitely to her liking.

Due to her initial nerves, Setsura didn't touch him and was very disappointed. She ought to have done something...

Kissing in a haunted village though was very romantic. Setsura always loved mysterious things. Heavy grunts and m.o.a.ns passed Akito's lips, drawing her attention back to him. His hands ran through her skirt, and she was caressing her upper thighs. In the process, Akito was deepening the kiss.

It was already hard for her to breathe, but with his next actions. Setsura felt like she was slowly losing whatever rationality she had. Damn this devil, this beast - who would have thought he was this skilled?

After a few more minutes, Setsura knew she was at her limit. So she parted their lips briefly, "Akito, wait. Time out."

The look on Akito's face resembled a beast; for a moment, she was frightened. But, Setsura flopped her head on his shoulders. "I just need a few minutes; your kissing technique is too good."

She was not one to give compliments, but when she does, she is genuine about it.

"..."

To her surprise, Akito didn't reply, she looked at his expression and saw that l.u.s.t still filled his eyes. She shifts about in his arms, uncomfortably. Why isn't he talking? If he doesn't speak, she ...even though the mood wasn't right. Setsura wrapped her arms around his neck, "Akito, you won't talk to me? I feel lonely."

In that second Akito's arms hands raked through her hair, "Sorry," Akito apologized. "For a moment, I lost it there."

"Lost it?"

"You're very pretty. I was about to take you right here."

Setsura is slightly surprised at Akito's words. While she did realize that something was wrong, Setsura didn't think it was something like this. Does Akito have such thoughts about her? Why does that surprise her so much, it's normal for a couple?

"This can wait until tonight," Setsura lifted her head from his shoulder so she could get a proper look at him. She traced his lips with her thumb. Her strong and handsome Akito, ever since she came here, he's done nothing but help her. For them to fall in love with each other, it's normal.

"Tonight?"

"Mm, after we finish up here."

"Didn't you say we were going on a date?"

Setsura laughed, "Well, I'm sure we can combine those things."

"Then, alright."

"There's something romantic about making out in a haunted village."

Akito stared at her like she said something ridiculous. "Are you kidding me?"

"No, I'm not. You don't find this romantic?"

"My dear, I have to question your tastes and your definition of romantic.."

Setsura proceeded to answer, but Akito covered his lips with his again. So impatient and needy. But, isn't she the same as him? Both of them are so helpless.

….

When Setsura suggested, they take a stroll around the village, instead of the assigned area. She didn't think Akito would agree. It was quiet. Naturally, it would be since it was well past midnight. But, even then, the silence of the village was peculiar to her. The two of them walked down the main path. The village was very small; there were barely any shops. However, it still fascinated her. So this is the difference between the suburbs and the main city in the Meiji era.

Her thoughts broke off when she spotted something familiar.

"Look, Akito! the aquarium has a night viewing!" There was a huge sign saying, '200 yen fee night viewing'.

"But, we have a mission."

Even though Akito brought her away, it seems like he still cares about the mission. Doesn't he realize that there really is nothing here? Or does Akito think she made a mistake?

"Ah, that's right. But the time limit is almost up, so by the time I meet him I can't see it. So come with me?"

"Alright."

Akito offers to pay both their entrance fee, but Setsura was one step ahead of him. She practically bouncing up and down due to happiness. There was something mysterious about going to the aquarium so late at night. Although the majority of the time, the inside of the buildings are actually quite dark, even during the day. The present darkness is real. It comes from the natural darkness from the night sky.

Once they were inside, it didn't take long before the familiar sight of the fish came to view.

"For as long as I can remember, I've loved aquariums and zoos. I used to sneak out of the house and come to these places. It wasn't easy let me tell you. However, when I was that person, I went often," she said the last line vaguely since she didn't want to upset him.

Akito wasn't angry and instead squeezed her hands, "I like animals too."

She smiled at his response.

"Did you know? There is this thing called an evolution tree. A tree showing the evolutionary relationsh.i.p.s of various biological species. Jellyfish are one of the earliest ones to appear in the tree."

Setsura stares at the tank filled with jellyfish in front of them; the entire area seemed to be covered in neon blue lights, the jellyfish emitting the same kind of light. Akito, too, followed her gaze.

"I can't imagine it at all. But they do seem to be quite carefree animals."

When he said the words carefree, Setsura noticed there was something wrong with his tone. She wonders what he is thinking. Is Akito thinking about his wife again? It's not like she is jealous; she understood that his wife will always be important to him.

"This time period, and even the future. Each generation is constantly evolving. All these things happened naturally. Even if the humans today didn't decide on change, it would happen naturally."