On the bed, a flawless, fair jade-like body lay stretched out, those heart-stirring curves making it impossible to look away.
Ryuya moved closer, took off his shoes, climbed onto the bed, and straddled Rias directly.
Magic power coiled around his palms as he began massaging the muscles along Rias's back and waist.
Her back was smooth and pristine, skin white like condensed cream—so perfect it would make other women die of envy. When Ryuya's hands pressed down, he could feel the warmth and softness beneath his palms.
Guiding his hands upward from her tailbone with magic, Rias couldn't help letting out a comfortable, soft hum.
She bent her arms and buried her face in the crook of them, her long crimson hair spilling over one shoulder as she enjoyed Ryuya's attentive care.
"Hehe, why are you being so considerate today?"
She smiled at him as she spoke.
"Hm? Am I usually not to your liking?"
Ryuya didn't stop moving his hands. Sitting on Rias's thighs, he looked down at the fair body beneath him while continuing to knead and press.
To be honest, his technique was remarkably proper. He knew exactly where to press to achieve the best relaxation.
Those books he'd read before hadn't been for nothing.
Rias felt his hands strong yet perfectly controlled. The pressure—neither too heavy nor too light—combined with the stimulation of magic made her so comfortable her bones almost felt like they were melting.
A soft whimper slipped from her throat, catlike and tender.
"I always like you, of course… but today you're so gentle it makes me like you even more."
"I know you're under a lot of pressure," Ryuya said softly. "I just wanted to do something for you."
Rias froze slightly at his words.
She fell silent for a moment, then smiled helplessly.
"Good grief… so you noticed after all."
"It's about your family, right?"
"…Yeah." Rias sighed lightly. "But it's fine. I can still handle it for now."
Ryuya pressed his lips together, then suddenly spoke in a low voice.
"If you don't want to endure it anymore, then just lay everything on the table. I'll help you."
"Eh? How would you help…"
She was momentarily stunned, then shook her head.
"With your current strength… it's still not quite enough."
"…That's not necessarily true."
After a brief pause, Ryuya replied calmly.
With her back turned, Rias didn't see it—but the boy lowered his head, and a faint glimmer of gold flashed through his eyes before vanishing.
Sensing the change in his presence, Rias couldn't help feeling surprised.
She propped herself up on her elbows and looked back, meeting the sight of the boy's composed and tranquil expression—calm as ever, yet filled with confidence.
"What are you staring at? Lie back down."
Ryuya gave her a light smack on the hips.
Rias let out a soft cry, her eyes growing even more alluring. She obediently lay back down and laughed lightly.
"This is unexpected… I actually feel a sense of security from you. You're way too charming today."
"Isn't that what a man should do?" Ryuya said coolly, then emphasized once more, "Rias, I wasn't joking just now."
As he gently eased the tension from her body, Rias's eyes narrowed in bliss.
"I understand. You must have your own trump card or plan… but I don't want you to take risks. This bit of pressure—I can still bear it."
Ryuya fell silent for two seconds, then spoke softly.
"Don't force yourself."
"Hehe, I won't. After all, I am the next head of the Gremory family."
To that, Ryuya could only respond with a dry chuckle.
If this position of inheriting the headship were actually useful, Rias wouldn't be suffering like this in the first place.
After saying that, Rias suddenly grabbed Ryuya's hand, stopping him.
"Alright, let me turn over."
As she said that, Ryuya rose to his knees, and Rias turned around, changing to a lying position.
With a slightly teasing smile, the girl looked at Ryuya, her eyes shimmering.
"I want you to massage the front too."
"…Alright."
Ryuya wasn't shy at all. After answering, he went straight to it.
After all, it wasn't the first time.
Wave after wave of stimulating sensations overlapped, and Rias's breathing gradually grew heavier.
She opened her arms toward Ryuya, her voice tinged with heat.
"Hold me…"
Seeing the desire in Rias's eyes, Ryuya leaned down and pressed himself against her. Rias wrapped her arms around the boy's shoulders, and Ryuya lowered his head, kissing her.
They shared an inseparable kiss for over a minute before finally parting, both already a little lost in the moment.
Rias rested her hands on Ryuya's shoulders, stared straight at him for two seconds, then suddenly whispered:
"Take me."
Overcome by emotion, it was as if flames burned within her eyes.
At such close range, Ryuya looked at Rias—but softly refused.
"…Not yet."
"Why?" Rias froze for a moment, then hurriedly said, "I'm still a virgin, you know!"
"That has nothing to do with it."
Ryuya explained calmly, "If we act on impulse now, it'll be very hard for you later. You're the future head of the Gremory family. Being willful comes with consequences. At the very least, this could very easily trigger a war between two families."
He wasn't exaggerating.
Rias still had an engagement, after all—one she had accepted out of necessity for the continuation of her race.
If Rias acted recklessly now, the pureblood devil she was engaged to would definitely not let it go, and he would have every justification.
After all, it would be Rias and Ryuya who were at fault first. Not only would it invite gossip, it would practically be handing others a perfect excuse to cause trouble.
Ryuya wasn't afraid of such things, but he didn't want Rias to be put in a difficult position in the future. That was why he had to think for her now.
After being reminded by Ryuya, Rias could only let out a helpless sigh.
In truth, how could she not understand all of this?
It was just that, in that moment, she desperately wanted to break free from those shackles, and so she had let herself say those words on impulse.
Fortunately, Ryuya remained calm to the end. At a time like this, it really wasn't the moment to drown in desire.
Only by cancelling that engagement could she freely do whatever she wanted, and openly, properly be with the person she loved.
She couldn't help but hug Ryuya tightly, murmuring softly:
"Ryuya… I like you the most."
Seeing how moved she was, Ryuya smiled faintly, then removed the gear on his body and pressed down on her.
"Ah—hey, didn't you say we couldn't do it?"
"I only said we can't go all the way. Anything else is still fine. Your family can't detect this kind of thing anyway…"
As he spoke, Ryuya showed no restraint, lowering his head and planting a deep mark on Rias's neck.
"Hehehe…"
At last, Rias let out a joyful laugh, entangling herself with Ryuya as they continued to please one another.
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