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The moment Sekke put the blanket back on him, Mimosa flung it off and sat upright — practically in her birthday suit.
"S-S-Sekke-san, I-I-I…" she stammered, face burning red, unable to form words because of the situation.
Seeing her like that, Sekke sighed and gently picked Secre off him — who was in a similar state — before picking up the blanket and draping it over Mimosa.
"Calm down," said Sekke in a reassuring tone, trying to ease the embarrassed royal. He was internally panicking too, but seeing the girl like that, he decided to calm her first.
Mimosa clutched the blanket tightly around herself, heart pounding like a war drum. She stole a quick glance at Sekke's bare upper body, then quickly looked away and gave a tiny nod.
Sekke smiled softly, gave her a gentle head pat, and stood up to grab his clothes.
Once he was dressed, he picked up Mimosa's clothes from the floor and handed them to her. "Get dressed. I'll look the other way," he said, turning around.
Mimosa nodded quickly and dressed in silence. "I-I'm done, Sekke-san," she said after a moment, stepping closer. Her legs wobbled slightly, the soreness reminding her that what happened last night was real — which only made her blush harder.
"You okay? Are you hurt anywhere?" asked Sekke, steadying her and creating a chair for her with his magic.
Her face went crimson again the moment Sekke's hands touched her. Memories of last night's domination flashed before her eyes. But when she looked up, all she saw was concern.
'He's worried about me…' thought Mimosa softly.
"Just a bit sore…" she muttered.
"Want me to get you something? I'll go downst—" Sekke started, but Mimosa squeezed his hand and shook her head.
"Don't go…" she whispered.
Sekke froze, utterly unprepared for the sudden cuteness. "...Alright," he said, and sat beside her, holding her hand.
After a long silence, he finally spoke. "...I'll come clean first, Mimosa. I don't remember anything from last night after I started drinking with Yami-san and Mereoleona-san. I don't know how we got here. But if I made you uncomfortable or hurt you in any way, I'm really sorry. I know it's not enough, but—" said Sekke. This was the thing he was most worried about. He didn't know how things led to this but he felt absolutely disgusted of himself if he would have done something to these girls when they were unwilling.
Before he could finish, Mimosa leaned forward and kissed him.
She trembled slightly, her legs still weak, but Sekke caught her before she could fall.
"You don't need to say that, Sekke-san," Mimosa said shyly. "Things went forward a little too fast… but you didn't make me feel bad or angry. I'm partially to blame too. I followed you and Secre here out of curiosity, and with the alcohol, my judgment was… messed up."
"Oh… okay," Sekke said blankly.
The two stared at each other for a moment, silence thick between them. Mimosa slowly leaned forward again, closing her eyes, lips softly pouted.
Sekke gulped, and was about to move forward.
"Ahem. Ahem."
Both froze.
Turning toward the bed, they saw three women glaring daggers at them.
"...Want to explain something?" asked Secre flatly.
"A royal and such shamelessness…" muttered Anna.
"What the hell did you do to make me this sore?" asked Mereoleona with a teasing smirk.
"I-I-I—" Mimosa stammered, too embarrassed to function.
"First, get off my boyfriend," Secre said coldly.
Not needing to be told twice, Mimosa scrambled off Sekke's lap and back into her chair.
Sekke stood up too, picked up the rest of their clothes, and handed them over. "I'll look the other way," he said quickly, turning around — right into Mimosa's panicked gaze. He smiled reassuringly. She managed a small nod in return.
Once everyone was dressed, Sekke found himself sitting on the floor, surrounded by the women seated on magical chairs.
"Anything you want to say before the trial begins?" asked Secre.
"I told Mimosa earlier, but I'll repeat it. I don't remember anything after I started drinking with Yami-san and Mereoleona-san. If I did something inappropriate or hurt any of you, I sincerely apologize. I'll accept any punishment," Sekke said, bowing his head deeply.
Even the fiery Mereoleona blinked in surprise at his seriousness.
Anna smiled faintly. "No need to apologize, Sekke-kun. I don't remember much either, but I do remember enjoying myself thoroughly."
"Me too, Sekke-san. I already told you, I share the blame," Mimosa added softly.
Mereoleona smirked. "How old are you again?"
"Twenty-two… considering the six years I spent there," Sekke replied.
"Hm. Nine years gap. Acceptable," muttered Mereoleona.
Secre narrowed her eyes. "You just got back, we started dating, and you managed to pull off a fivesome the same week…"
Sekke flinched. "I—I swear I didn't plan it!"
Secre stared into his eyes for a moment, then cupped his face. "Do you not like me anymore?"
"I absolutely do!" Sekke blurted. "I was only going to… you know… with you last night. I don't remember what happened after the drinks, but Mimosa told me she followed us."
Secre turned toward Mimosa, who nodded shyly. Anna raised her hand. "I followed them too."
"How did you get here?" Sekke asked Mereoleona.
"I don't remember much. Just… riding you while you grabbed my breasts from behind," Mereoleona said casually, smirking.
Sekke gulped hard.
"I remember you doing me from behind," stated Anna, not wanting to be outshined.
Gulp.
"We… um… did it normally," Mimosa stammered, face glowing red. "But you kept… sucking on my… n-n-nipples…"
Sekke stared at the three of them in disbelief. Was he a s*x maniac. He then looked back at Secre who looked annoyed by the revelations she just heard, but noticing his gaze she stared back at him.
"What?" she asked, brows raised.
"Did I… do something with you too?" Sekke asked weakly.
Secre smiled seductively. "All those things. And then some."
That was the final blow, he was now officially a s*x maniac.
"I really, really apologize, Secre. Please forgive me," Sekke said quickly.
"What should I do? My boyfriend's such a bad man," Secre said in mock sadness.
"I mean, if you don't want him, I'll gladly take him," offered Anna like a seasoned merchant.
"Hands off. He's mine," Secre snapped, hugging Sekke possessively.
"Thank you for not throwing me away!" Sekke said, tearing up and hugging her back.
"Be glad I'm such a benevolent girlfriend," Secre said smugly. "You're only forgiven because these hussies barged in when we were so drunk to make any sense."
"Thank you, my benevolent angel," Sekke said dramatically.
"Don't think you'll get away with it next time," Secre warned, patting his head.
"Unfortunately, he won't be getting away so easily," Mereoleona said, crossing her arms.
Everyone turned toward her.
"What do you mean by that?" asked Sekke warily.
"There's no way you walk away scot-free after sleeping with two royals," she said, pulling Mimosa closer.
"...F*ck."
"What? Are you not gonna take responsibilty? I thought you were better than that?" asked Mereoleona frowing slightly.
"It's not like that. I take responsibilty for my actions. But what you are saying...is that even possible? I mean I am a commoner afterall. Plus I also have a girlfriend that I love dearly." said Sekke.
"You just became a Grand Magic Knight. Your status as a commoner is already left in the ashes. Sooner or later you will be given a title as well. Not to mention all those feats you did to save the kingdom. The nobles will come running to tie you down to the kingdom. As for her....Secre was it. Who is telling you to leave her?" said Mereoleona.
"...You are not suggesting..." started Secre.
"...dating all of us?" finished Mimosa.
"...I want in on this as well." added Anna.
Mereoleona smirked. "It's not unheard of."
All eyes turned to Sekke.
"..."
Sekke didn't know what to do. He wanted to take responsibility for his actions but if he agreed then it would be unfair to Secre.
"Sigh, go ahead and agree. It's better to take responsibility for you actions. Not to mention, I have a feeling that they'll just keep trying until you give in." said Secre, she knew that Mimosa and Anna liked Sekke but never expected things to go this way. She wanted to deny this proposal, but Mimosa who looked a lot like Tetia for whom she had a soft spot for came to her mind. She couldn't bear to see the girl sad knowing full well if the roles were reversed the Tetia look alike would have done the same.
"Don't force yourself, Secre. I promise I'll find a way to fix this," Sekke said, guilt heavy in his voice.
She smiled at him seeing him try to prioritize her. She held his hands and kissed his cheek.
"Don't worry. Just promise me one thing. For the rest of our lives, stay by my side… and don't bring any new women home." said Secre.
"I promise that but..."
"Dummy. It's fine, I know you feel guilty but being the elder out of all of us I will compromise a bit. Not like they can beat me in getting your affection." said Secre.
"...That's a dangerous comment you just passed birdy." said Anna.
"Yeah! You think I lack charm?!" asked Mereoleona in a threatening tone.
"I-I won't lose at all!" declared Mimosa.
Secre looked back with a challenging gaze. Like they knew Sekke better than her. What could these hussies possibly have that can make Sekke more attracted to them.
But then her gaze fell on their chests.
Overwhelming defeat.
"…Maybe I do reject this arrangement," Secre muttered.
"Too late. You are now part of the family. Sister." said Mereoleona as she picked Secre with a flaming paw.
As Secre struggled, Sekke stood frozen.
'Did… did I just get saved because of their infighting?' he thought. Bless whoever rewrote fate for me.
"What are you thinking, lucky bastard?" asked Mereoleona, still smirking.
"Why'd you make this situation even crazier?"
"We did mess up but we still need to take responsibility for our actions. I could have just let it get brushed under the rug but then I thought that I could get my parents off my case to get married and I get to have a strong prey to fight anytime. Two birds with one stone." said Mereoleona, grinning like a predator. "Plus your face is to my liking."
"Uh… thanks?" Sekke said uncertainly.
"Good. Let's go."
"Go? Where?"
"To the Vermillion castle. You're meeting my parents."
"…You're serious."
"Better get it done early. That way, I can spar with you whenever I want."
"Let me at least bathe and wear something decent first," said Sekke.
"Hmm...Good Idea. I'll inform Mimosa's parents in the meantime. Mimosa, tell them to meet me this afternoon. Sekke, come to the Vermillion estate in the evening."
"..."
Everyone was speechless by how fast things were moving. But Mimosa smiled shyly and nodded.
Secre sighed, already regretting her life decisions.
Anna, however, was practically glowing — already picturing her wedding dress.