Chapter 1
"I don’t want to part today…"
After a day of fun at the amusement park and dining out, we returned home.
As soon as we stepped into the living room, Luna hugged me from behind.
Having just been on a date, I could understand her reluctance to part.
But… aren’t we almost always together anyway?
I couldn’t help but want to point that out.
This girl sticks to me except when we’re in the bath or using the restroom.
Even at school, we’re practically inseparable.
"Of course, that’s fine. Come on, let’s sit on the sofa."
There was no need to tease her, so I nodded at Luna’s words and guided her to the sofa.
She must be tired from all the playing, and I was exhausted too, so I wanted to rest slowly.
Tomorrow, after all, was Luna’s welcome party.
However—
"Shouldn’t you wash off your sweat in the bath first?"
Aira-chan stood in our way, blocking us from sitting on the sofa.
Her expression was blank, but I could feel an undeniable pressure.
"Ah, well, that’s true…"
I understood why Aira-chan stopped us.
It was early September, still hot, and we’d been sweating from playing outside all afternoon.
Resting after cleaning up would feel better and be more hygienic.
If I went to bathe, Luna would probably return to her room to do the same.
"Aira, you’re being mean…"
But Luna, clearly displeased with Aira-chan’s interference, puffed out her cheeks and glared at her.
She must know Aira-chan didn’t mean it maliciously, but having just said she didn’t want to part, Luna seemed reluctant to accept it.
Her clingy mode was fully activated, and she might not give in easily.
As I thought this, Aira-chan flashed a sly grin.
"If you don’t want to part with Seito-sama, why not bathe together? You are engaged, after all."
"Absolutely not!!"
Both Luna and I reflexively shouted in unison at Aira-chan’s outrageous suggestion.
Our faces were probably bright red.
This girl really seizes every chance to tease us…
Sometimes, I wonder if she forgets she’s a maid.
Though, Aira-chan likely knows exactly how far she can push without making Luna mad.
"You even appeared before Seito-sama in just a bath towel once, didn’t you?"
When we refused, Aira-chan tilted her head curiously, bringing up what Luna did the day we first met.
She’s unbelievable…
That innocent expression is definitely an act—she’s deliberately dragging up that day.
"Th-that was unavoidable, and I was covered by the towel…! But bathing together means we’d both—"
Luna’s already red face grew even redder as she countered, but her words trailed off.
She was probably too embarrassed to finish.
Though she now lives like a commoner, she was raised as a sheltered princess, so she’s naturally shy.
"You’ll see each other eventually."
"Not until after marriage…!"
Aira-chan sighed and shook her head as if exasperated, and Luna snapped back with a hint of anger in her voice.
She’s completely being toyed with.
Is there any other attendant who teases their master like Aira-chan does?
At the very least, I’ve never seen Luna’s other guards treat her this way.
"If you go too far, you’ll get scolded, you know?"
I gave Aira-chan a wry smile as I cautioned her against teasing Luna so relentlessly.
Judging by the slight edge in Luna’s voice earlier, she was starting to lose her composure.
No matter how kind she is, she’s still human—push too far, and she’ll get upset.
If Aira-chan keeps teasing, she’s the one who’ll end up in trouble.
"No worries, I know my limits."
But Aira-chan just smirked confidently.
Yeah, she’s got it all figured out.
As expected, Aira-chan knows exactly where Luna’s breaking point is.
It’s probably been like this since way back.
Luna’s reactions are so perfect that it just looks like playful banter.
At this point, all I could see was two close sisters messing around.
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"I wanted to stay with Seito-sama…"
In the changing room, as I helped Luna-sama undress, she looked at me with a resentful expression.
That’s how much she adores Kiriyama Seito.
The princess who has captured the hearts of so many and is beloved by her people has now had her heart stolen by a student from another country.
Naturally, to those who admire Luna-sama or expect her to act according to her status, this might seem unfavorable.
But this lady has resolved to dedicate everything to him, fully aware of the implications.
In that case, I will respect Luna-sama’s wishes and eliminate anything that stands in her way.
"If you’re dissatisfied, as I said earlier, why not join Seito-sama in the bath now?"
That way, she could stay with him.
Though, knowing how shy Luna-sama is, I’m well aware it’s impossible for her.
"Ughhh! I-I told you that’s impossible…!"
As expected, Luna-sama’s face turned bright red, and after squirming in embarrassment, she puffed up adorably in anger.
That reaction—she probably imagined bathing with him.
Her position as a princess, her own sense of propriety, and above all, her desire not to be disliked by Seito-sama make her emphasize her chastity. But Luna-sama is of that age.
Of course, she has knowledge of intimacy and is likely curious about it.
Now that she has someone she loves, it wouldn’t be surprising if those feelings grew stronger.
Not that she’d ever admit it herself.
"Then you’ll have to endure it. Or would you rather cling to Seito-sama with a sweaty body and risk him noticing the smell?"
To be honest, even when Luna-sama sweats, her scent is quite pleasant.
Seito-sama would likely find it enjoyable rather than off-putting.
But Luna-sama believes sweating makes her smell bad, so—
"Ugh, fine… I don’t want Seito-sama to dislike me…"
—she gives in obediently.
She’s always been a kind and compliant person, so she’s never been difficult to handle. But ever since she fell for Seito-sama, persuading her has become even easier.
Everything in Luna-sama’s world now revolves around Seito-sama, so if I can show how something benefits him, she’ll usually agree.
After finishing undressing Luna-sama, I quickly undressed myself and followed her into the bathroom.
Normally, a master wouldn’t bathe with their attendant, but Luna-sama is a bit unique and insists on bathing with me.
While washing Luna-sama’s body—
"How was your first date?"
I asked for her thoughts on today’s date with Seito-sama.
"It was full of happiness."
With her eyes closed, Luna-sama placed a hand on her chest and smiled joyfully.
Despite an unexpected incident, she seemed fully satisfied with the date.
Well, I could tell just by watching.
She was radiating happiness from head to toe.
"You even talked about Rion-sama, didn’t you?"
"It’s no use hiding anything from you, Aira…"
In response to my question, Luna-sama gave a resigned smile, indirectly confirming it.
"Both you and Seito-sama looked relieved afterward."
Seito-sama’s anxiety was plain on his face, and while Luna-sama tried to hide it, I could sense her feelings of guilt.
But when they stepped off the Ferris wheel at the end, all I could feel from them was happiness, so I knew they’d talked it out properly.
…It was something they didn’t need to worry about, but their kindness caused those negative feelings to arise. I’m just glad they were fully resolved.
"Will Seito-sama forget about Rion-sama now?"
"I doubt it’ll be that easy… I told Seito-sama I want him to think only of me, but I don’t expect him to forget Rion-san right away."
Since Luna-sama was in a good mood, I asked something a bit delicate. But rather than being swept away by the joy of her first date, she seemed to assess the situation calmly.
As she said, it’s only the guilt toward Luna-sama that’s gone—Seito-sama’s feelings for Rion-sama haven’t vanished.
That will take time and Luna-sama’s own efforts.
"They don’t just see each other at school—they’re family. The best way to forget someone is to avoid contact, but that’s not realistic."
Even seeing someone can bring back memories, and being family makes them an important part of your consciousness.
More than just a childhood friend, it’s a bond that’s hard to forget.
And Seito-sama’s current situation of living alone is unusual—normally, family members see each other often.
We don’t know when his solo living will end, but we can’t tear them apart.
"I don’t wish for that either. I want to build a good relationship with Rion-san, and keeping her away wouldn’t be good for Seito-sama."
Luna-sama’s voice softened slightly as she shared her feelings.
Even though Rion-sama rejected Seito-sama, it doesn’t mean she dislikes him or pays him no mind.
Based on prior observations, the fact that she acted swiftly upon learning of Seito-sama’s engagement, and above all, her words and actions toward him, it’s clear she holds him as someone deeply important.
While he may be a troublesome presence in terms of romance, if something were to happen to Seito-sama, she would undoubtedly lend her aid without hesitation.
From Luna-sama’s perspective, it’s always better to be prepared.
Moreover, Rion-sama strikes me as an exceptionally capable individual, so there are countless ways she could prove useful.
In that sense, building a good relationship with her is undoubtedly the wisest course.
—What Luna-sama meant was likely that, having grown up together since childhood, Rion-sama has become someone who truly understands Seito-sama. She doesn’t want such a person to drift away from his side.
“Seito-sama may seem that way, but I believe he’s the type to hold fast to his convictions. Even if he has feelings for Rion-sama, I don’t think Luna-sama has cause for concern.”
At the very least, he’s not the sort to act dishonorably.
Though our acquaintance has been brief, I’ve already seen enough to know that much.
That’s precisely why Luna-sama has opened her heart to him.
“I’m not worried, and I agree that he’s a man of conviction. But was it necessary to say ‘seem that way’?”
It seems a part of what I said caught her attention, as Luna-sama cast me a pointed look, as though she had something to say.
I mean, he does have that indecisive, herbivore-like face.
That’s what I thought, but I swallowed my words, knowing that speaking ill of Seito-sama would genuinely upset Luna-sama.
“My apologies. To put it another way, Seito-sama has a kind face, doesn’t he?”
“You can’t just gloss over it like that! But you’re right—Seito-sama does have a truly kind face. And his personality is just as gentle as his appearance.”
As expected, the moment I praised Seito-sama, Luna-sama’s expression softened into one of adoration.
She’s not usually so easily swayed, but when it comes to Seito-sama, she becomes remarkably easy to handle.
That’s how much she’s smitten with him.
And it’s no wonder.
To Luna-sama, he’s the white knight who rescued her from a cruel fate.
“He spoils you quite a lot, doesn’t he?”
“—! D-Don’t tease me like that…!”
I only stated the truth, but Luna-sama squirmed in embarrassment once again.
Perhaps it’s only natural, given how much she indulges in Seito-sama’s affection—far more than she’d ever show to her family or those who serve the royal house.
Having known Luna-sama since she was a child, I’m aware of her secretly clingy nature, so it doesn’t surprise me. But if her subordinates or family saw her like this, they’d be utterly shocked.
In fact, I’m tempted to let them see it.
—But I won’t, since it would trouble Luna-sama and could even jeopardize her position.
Maintaining a proper public image is always for the best.
“There’s no need to be shy. It’s perfectly normal to be affectionate with your lover.”
If you look around, there are countless girls who dote on their boyfriends.
Even with her royal status, no one would fault her for being affectionate with her fiancé in private.
That said, I do hope she exercises restraint in public.
“And it seems Seito-sama loves spoiling you as well.”
Luna-sama adores both being spoiled and spoiling others, but she especially loves being on the receiving end.
And Seito-sama, too, wears such a gentle, warm expression when he’s pampering her—it’s clear he loves it just as much.
Though they differ in nationality, status, appearance, and abilities, their compatibility seems remarkably good.
“He doesn’t… dislike it, does he?”
Having finished washing, I turned off the shower, and Luna-sama’s face took on a worried expression.
What a thing to ask now—of all times. But perhaps when she’s caught up in being spoiled, she’s too absorbed to think, only to worry later that she might have gone too far.
She’s never voiced such concerns before or even seemed to feel this way. Perhaps, after the conversation on the Ferris wheel, they’ve grown closer as true lovers, and that’s why she’s starting to worry?
“From what I can see, he’s delighted. Many men enjoy being relied on, and Seito-sama is undoubtedly the type who loves to pamper. The more you lean on him, the more he’ll adore you, I’d wager.”
That last part might be a bit of an exaggeration, but it’s not entirely wrong.
Someone who loves to pamper surely finds joy in being needed.
Above all, there’s no one in this world who could dislike being relied on by Luna-sama.
In terms of both beauty and character, she’s among the finest in the world.
“The more I lean on him…”
When it comes to Seito-sama, Luna-sama tends to take things at face value, and it seems she’s swallowed my words whole.
She’s someone who occasionally surpasses even my wildest expectations, so for a moment, I worried she might overdo it—but then I reconsidered. When it comes to being affectionate, there’s hardly any risk of failure.
Seito-sama may seem like an ordinary high school boy, but he’s surprisingly broad-minded and seems capable of accepting anything when it comes to Luna-sama.
Above all, it’s more entertaining to let things unfold, so I decided to simply watch.
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“Seito-sama, I’m back.”
Having finished my bath and waiting for Luna’s return, I was greeted by her, fresh from her own bath, with a radiant smile.
Behind her stood Aira-chan, who gave me a small bow.
She seemed to be keeping her distance so as not to intrude on her lady.
“Welcome back, both of you. Want to watch some anime?”
From how Luna was acting before her bath, I could tell she was in a clingy mood, but we could still enjoy some pampering while watching anime.
She loves anime, and I wanted to relax together while watching.
But suddenly, Luna pressed her index fingers together and began to fidget.
“What’s wrong?”
She seemed to have something to say, so I prompted her gently.
Her cheeks, still faintly flushed from the bath, turned a shade redder as she looked up at me hesitantly and spoke softly.
“Um… after I change, would you like to relax in the bedroom…?”
It seems Luna didn’t want to watch anime but rather cuddle in bed.
By “change,” she likely meant slipping into one of my shirts, as she often does, and was asking for time to do so.
“I see. We played a lot today and must be tired, so that sounds good.”
To keep her from worrying, I nodded with a smile, offering an excuse.
But that was a mistake.
In an instant, Luna’s expression fell into one of disappointment.
“Oh… you’re right… You must be tired…”
She probably thought that if I was tired, she shouldn’t burden me with her affection.
She’s so considerate and kind that she tends to prioritize my feelings over her own, so I’m certain that’s what happened.
That’s why she looked so crestfallen.
After all, she’d been so eager to be close.
“N-No, wait! I’m sorry, I only said that so you wouldn’t worry! Look, I’m full of energy, so it’s totally fine!”
Realizing my blunder, I waved my hands frantically up and down, desperate to bring back her smile.
At that, Luna let out a relieved sigh.
“I’m glad… That’s a relief…”
Phew, the misunderstanding was cleared up.
And thank goodness—I narrowly escaped disaster.
After all, the intense pressure emanating from the petite girl earlier, triggered by my careless words, had vanished with Luna’s relief.
Making Luna sad is one of the few things Aira-chan can’t forgive…
If I’d messed up any worse, I’d probably be facing some unimaginable punishment.
“Let me know when you’re done changing.”
With that, I watched as the two of them headed to the bedroom.
I couldn’t exactly stay while a girl was changing, and since I’d already brushed my teeth right after my bath, there was nothing left for me to do.
—A few minutes later, Aira-chan came to let me know Luna had finished changing, so I followed her to the bedroom.
“I’ve been waiting for you…”
Inside, Luna stood wearing my school shirt, with no pants or skirt—just as I’d expected.
She’s always eager to slip into bed with me, so she must have been waiting for me instead of getting in first.
To be honest, her blissful expression and suggestive appearance still take my breath away.
My heart was pounding so hard it felt like it might burst.
“Should we get into bed now, right?”
I asked, just to be sure.
Then, Luna slowly approached, wrapping her arms around mine.
With a small nod, she confirmed.
Huh, what’s this?
It was our first date, so maybe she’s feeling even clingier than usual?
I suddenly got the sense that Luna was acting a bit differently than usual, and that thought crossed my mind.
That said, I had no proof—just a vague feeling that something was off compared to normal.
“Ehehe…”
Once we slipped into bed, Luna let go of my arm and pressed her face against my chest.
Her arms wrapped around me, squeezing me tightly.
Maybe it’s the same as always after all?
That’s what I was thinking—until Luna’s face moved up to my neck.
“—!? L-Luna…?”
A shiver ran through me, and I couldn’t help but call her name, startled by her unexpected action.
That’s how surprising her behavior was.
“Today… I’m in the mood for this…”
Luna let out a warm, breathy sigh as she nuzzled her face against my neck.
The sensation sent ticklish shivers coursing through me.
She’s often pressed her face against my chest before, but that was over my clothes, so it wasn’t this ticklish.
Having her skin directly against mine like this… it’s so much more intense.
Though, I suppose it’s partly because it’s my neck…
“…”
Suddenly, I noticed a gaze fixed on us.
Since it was still early, Aira-chan hadn’t lain down yet. She stood in the corner of the room, watching us intently.
Was she keeping an eye on us, or just amused by the sight? Her usual blank expression made it hard to tell.
But when our eyes met—
“Endure it.”
—that’s what it felt like she was saying.
It probably wasn’t my imagination. Her eyes were likely telling me that since Luna was being affectionate, I should bear it and let her do as she pleased.
I want to pamper Luna, so I’d like to endure it, but… this shivery sensation is something I don’t usually feel, and I’m not used to it.
It’s intense enough that I might let out a sound if I’m not careful.
As I tried to hold it together, Luna, for some reason, reached for my hand.
She intertwined her fingers with mine—locking them in a lover’s clasp.
“Squeeze, squeeze…♪”
As I let her have her way, she gently gripped my hand, released it, then gripped it again, playing with it affectionately.
It’s something she does sometimes when we hold hands, but I don’t think she’s ever done it in bed before.
Her breath grazed my neck, and she continued nuzzling against it, all while teasing me with her hands. The excitement was so overwhelming I thought my head might explode.
“No leg intertwining, huh… That’s a shame. That would probably have the biggest impact…”
I caught Aira-chan muttering something under her breath as she watched us, and I’m sure it was nothing good.
How can that girl watch this scene with a straight face?
If I saw a couple being this lovey-dovey, I’d have to look away…
—Trying to distract myself with thoughts of Aira-chan, I attempted to withstand Luna’s onslaught.
But the distraction lasted only a moment.
“Seito-sama…”
“W-What…?”
“Would it be alright… if I climbed on top of you a little…?”
“Uh, sure…”
My mind, scrambled by Luna’s relentless affection, nodded without thinking it through.
But almost immediately, I snapped back to reality, a thought flashing through my head: This might be bad.
If Luna straddled me, sitting on top like that, I wasn’t sure I could hold myself together.
But—what Luna did next was far more intense than I’d imagined.
“Thank you… Could you lie on your back, please…?”
She thanked me with a delighted smile, and I couldn’t bring myself to refuse at this point, so I did as she asked and lay flat.
Then, she draped herself over me, pressing her body against mine.
Not completely, of course.
It was more like she rested just her upper body on me.
I could feel her warmth, the comforting weight of her presence, and—most of all—the undeniable pressure of a certain prominent, feminine part of her pressed firmly against me. For an inexperienced teenager like me, the sensation was utterly devastating.
I might seriously get a nosebleed from this…
“Ooh, now that’s bold.”
From a short distance away, I heard a voice tinged with admiration.
When I glanced over, Aira-chan’s usual blank expression had melted away, replaced by a gleeful smile.
She’s totally enjoying this.
Damn it, acting like it’s none of her business…!
“This… it’s so calming, isn’t it…?”
Perhaps unaware of my plight, Luna’s cheeks flushed faintly as she gazed at me with misty eyes.
Calming?
You’ve got to be kidding.
My heartbeat’s going crazy right now…!
I couldn’t help but retort in my head.
I felt bad for Luna, but this position was anything but calming.
If anything, it felt like it was putting an enormous strain on my heart.
I mean, with us pressed this close together, she has to notice, right…?
Though, to be honest, my own heartbeat is so loud I can’t even tell if I’d hear hers…
“Y-Yeah…?”
Worried that seeming less composed than Luna might make me look pathetic, I forced a smile to cover it up.
But I regretted it almost instantly.
“Seito-sama… with your free hand, could you… stroke my head…?”
As if she hadn’t had enough, Luna lifted her face from my neck and pressed her cheek against my chest, looking up at me with a pleading gaze.
The hint of embarrassment in her expression only amplified her adorableness, and my brain was practically boiling.
No, scratch that—it was already overheating.
This girl is way too cute…!
“…Maybe I egged her on a bit too much…?”
Faced with a princess in full clingy mode, Aira-chan muttered under her breath again.
She’s probably smirking and enjoying this, as usual.
Luna’s acting this affectionate not just because we finished our first date—I’m starting to suspect Aira-chan put some ideas in her head.
Luna being so clingy is adorable and makes me incredibly happy, but for a guy with barely any romantic experience, this is just too much stimulation.
Especially since she’s a world-class, breathtaking beauty.
But then—
“Ehehe… I’m so happy…”
As I stroked her head, Luna pressed her face against my chest, her expression radiating pure bliss. There was no way—no matter how overwhelmed I was—that I could tell her to stop because I’d reached my limit.
Yeah… this is basically a trial, isn’t it…?
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