The following days felt like a dream.
Sophie and I spent every free moment together. Between classes, during meals, studying in the library.
But "studying" had taken on a very different meaning.
Wednesday afternoon. Campus library, third floor, the Law section that was always empty.
We were supposedly reviewing for a quiz. But our books had been forgotten twenty minutes ago.
Sophie was sitting next to me in the private cubicle. Her hand on my leg. My arm around her waist.
We were kissing as if the world didn't exist.
"We should…" she began between kisses, "study…"
"We should," I agreed, kissing her neck.
She let out a small sound that made my heart race.
"Gino…"
"Yes?"
"If you keep doing that, I won't be able to focus on anything."
"That's the plan."
She laughed and gently pushed me. "You're terrible."
"You started it."
"Lies. You put your hand here." She pointed to where my hand had been on her waist.
"Technical details."
Sophie smiled and kissed me again. Deeper this time. Her fingers tangling in my hair.
[Progression of intimacy: 45%] [Sophie is becoming more comfortable] [Sexual tension increasing]
Eventually we had to stop when we heard voices approaching.
We quickly pulled apart, fixing our clothes and hair, trying to look like we had been studying the whole time.
A group of students walked by without noticing anything.
Sophie looked at me and we both started laughing quietly.
"We're terrible students," she said.
"The worst."
"But the best couple."
"Definitely."
Thursday night. We were walking back to the dorms after dinner.
"You know what?" Sophie said, hesitating.
"What?"
"My roommate is going to her family's house this weekend."
My heart skipped a beat. "Seriously?"
"She's leaving tomorrow after classes. She won't be back until Sunday night."
There was a heavy moment of silence.
"Do you want to come over?" Sophie asked, her voice a little nervous. "On Saturday, I mean. We can watch movies, talk, spend time together without… without being surrounded by people all the time."
[CRITICAL SIGNAL DETECTED] [Invitation to private space] [Roommate absent = full privacy] [Opportunity for greater intimacy]
"I'd love to," I said, trying to sound casual even though my pulse had sped up.
"Really?" She sounded relieved. "Great. Saturday at 7?"
"Perfect."
Sophie gave me a quick kiss. "It's a date, then."
When I got back to my room, Marco was in front of his computer as always.
"How was your day with the girlfriend?" he asked without turning around.
"Good. Very good."
"Why do you sound nervous?"
"I don't sound nervous."
"Yes, you do." Now he turned around. "What happened?"
I sighed. "Sophie invited me to her room on Saturday. Her roommate won't be there."
Marco stared at me for a long moment. Then a slow smile appeared on his face.
"Ohhhh."
"It's not… it's not necessarily…"
"Bro. Her roommate won't be there. She invited you specifically. You know what that means."
"What does it mean?"
"It means you should be ready for… you know."
My face grew hot. "I don't know if…"
"Look," Marco got serious, "I'm not saying it's definitely going to happen. But if it does, are you prepared?"
"I don't know. I've never…"
"I know. That's why I'm asking." Marco stood up and went to his drawer. He pulled something out and tossed it to me.
A box of condoms.
"Marco, what…?"
"Better to have them and not need them than to need them and not have them." He shrugged. "I'm a virgin, but I'm not an idiot. I always keep some just in case."
"Thanks, I guess."
"You're welcome. And Gino…"
"Yeah?"
"Just… be yourself. Don't try to be someone you're not. If it happens, let it be because you both want it. Okay?"
I nodded, putting the box in my drawer.
Marco was right. But that didn't make my nerves disappear.
Friday was the longest day of my life.
Every class felt like it lasted forever. Every conversation with Sophie was charged with a different kind of tension.
She was nervous too. I could tell by how she played with her hair more than usual. By how she looked at me when she thought I wasn't watching.
"You're still good for tomorrow?" she asked after Civil Law class.
"Definitely."
"Good." She smiled. "I'm also… I'm excited."
"Excited?"
"To spend time with you. Without interruptions."
[Sexual tension: 67%] [Both are aware of the possibilities] [She is ready] [Are you?]
That night I could barely sleep.
My phone vibrated at midnight.
[System Update]
[NEW MISSION DETECTED] [Automatic activation based on context]
[MISSION #004] [RANK: C - SIGNIFICANT] [TITLE: "The Next Level"]
[SITUATION ANALYSIS:] Sophie has invited you to her room. Roommate absent = full privacy. High probability of physical progression. This could be your first time.
[OBJECTIVE:] If the opportunity presents itself:
Ensure clear mutual consent
Respect her boundaries and yours
Make the experience memorable (in a good way)
Emotional connection > Physical technique
[REQUIREMENTS:] ✓ Clear communication ✓ Proper protection ✓ Absolute respect ✓ Emotional connection present
[REWARDS IF COMPLETED:] +20 Physical Attractiveness +25 Confidence +30 Seduction +100 Sin Points Intimate skills unlocked
[IMPORTANT WARNING:] This is NOT just a "System mission." It is a meaningful moment for both of you. Don't treat it like an achievement to unlock. Treat it for what it is: your girlfriend. If it doesn't feel right, DO NOT do it. The System can wait. Some things are more important.
[Do you understand?]
I stared at the screen for a long moment.
The System had never been so… serious. So direct.
"I understand," I whispered.