Rover said coldly, "So you just watched him cozy up with others and didn't try to stop him?"
KU-Money was on the verge of tears, "Rover, I wanted to stop him, but I'm just a robot who deals with stocks and trade…"
KU-Money felt wronged. Had it flattered too hard and ended up kicked by the hoof?
Why was Rover focusing on its failure to intervene instead of Lucian's ambiguous behavior with Camellya?
It had planned to offer Rover advice once she got angry, but instead, it was the one being blamed.
Sigh, human emotions were so complicated. How did Rover's Speaker understand them so well?
Next time, it would have to beg Rover's Speaker to install a module for fully understanding human emotions…
"Fine, since you gave me the intel, I'll let it slide."
"Did you see where they went?"
KU-Money indicated they headed toward Misty Rock.
Rover nodded slightly, gripping her Emerald of Genesis and walking expressionlessly toward Misty Rock.
…
Meanwhile, in the Sonoro Sphere.
Inside a room created for Camellya.
Camellya's skin burned with a delicious heat, her body trembling as she melted into Lucian's arms, her breaths shallow and ragged. The air in the Sonoro Sphere hummed with their shared energy, a private cocoon of warmth and desire.
Her fingers dug into his shoulders, nails leaving faint crescents as she pressed herself closer, her thighs quivering from the intensity that still lingered. Lucian's hands roamed her back, strong and possessive, tracing the curve of her spine until they settled on her hips, pulling her flush against him.
Her lips parted, slick and swollen, as she tilted her head back, exposing the delicate line of her throat. His mouth found it instantly, teeth grazing the sensitive skin, sending sparks skittering through her nerves. She arched into him, her body alight, every touch igniting a pulse that throbbed deep in her core.
"Ahhhn~"
"Mmm~"
His tongue flicked out, teasing the hollow of her collarbone before trailing lower, slow and deliberate, savoring the salt of her skin. Camellya's fingers tangled in his hair, urging him on as her breaths grew sharper, each one catching in her throat.
He slid lower, lips brushing the soft swell of her chest, then detouring to the tender underside of her arm. She gasped as his tongue traced her armpit, a strange, electric sensation that made her squirm, her body clenching with unexpected pleasure. Her skin prickled, hypersensitive, as he lingered there, his warm breath fanning across her.
"Oh, Lucian, you're—ahhhn~—so bad…"
He chuckled against her skin, the vibration sending a shiver down her spine. Without warning, he guided her down, her knees sinking into the plush floor of the Sonoro Sphere. Her eyes locked onto his, dark and hungry, as she leaned forward, her lips brushing against him, teasing at first, then taking him in with a slow, deliberate motion.
Her tongue swirled, slick and warm, drawing a low groan from his throat. The sound spurred her on, her movements growing bolder, her hands gripping his thighs as she worked, the wet sounds filling the air.
"Slurp~"
"Mmm~"
Lucian's fingers tightened in her hair, his breaths uneven as she moved with a rhythm that made his muscles tense. Her own arousal surged, a slick heat pooling between her thighs, her body aching for more. She pulled back, lips glistening, and crawled up to straddle him, her hands pressing against his chest as she guided him down onto his back.
Their bodies aligned, her hips rocking against him, teasing, until she sank down, a sharp gasp escaping her as he filled her. The stretch was exquisite, her walls clenching around him, every movement sending waves of pleasure crashing through her.
"Ahhhn~ Oh, yes~"
Her hips moved, slow at first, then faster, her body trembling as she chased the building heat. Lucian's hands gripped her waist, guiding her, his own breaths ragged as he thrust up to meet her. The friction was maddening, each motion pushing her closer to the edge. Her fingers dug into his chest, her moans growing louder, more desperate, as the pressure coiled tighter inside her. Then it snapped—her body convulsed, a gush of warmth spilling from her, soaking them both as she cried out, her voice echoing in the sphere.
"Ahhhn~! Lucian~!"
He didn't stop, flipping her onto her back with a swift motion, her legs wrapping around him instinctively. He drove into her, deep and relentless, her body still pulsing from the aftershocks. Her thighs trembled, slick with her release, as his lips found the soft inner skin of her thigh, kissing and licking, the sensation making her arch off the floor. Her hands clawed at his back, urging him closer, deeper, her moans a constant stream as the pleasure built again, impossibly fast.
"Mmm~ More, please~"
His pace quickened, each thrust sending her spiraling, her body tightening around him again. She felt him tense, his breath hot against her neck, and then he pulled back, his release spilling across her chest, warm and slick, dripping over her breasts. She gasped, her fingers trailing through it, smearing it across her skin as she looked up at him, eyes hazy with want. He wasn't done—his lips found hers, hungry, before he guided her to turn, her body pliant under his touch. He pressed against her from behind, one hand cupping her breast, the other sliding between her thighs, teasing her sensitive core as he entered her again, slower this time, savoring every inch.
"Ahhhn~ Lucian, I can't—~"
"You can," he murmured, his voice rough with desire.
His fingers worked her in time with his thrusts, and she shattered again, her body shaking as another wave of pleasure tore through her, her release soaking the floor beneath them. He groaned, low and guttural, as he followed, his warmth filling her, spilling out as he pulled back. She turned, lips parted, and he guided himself to her mouth, her tongue eager as she took him in, tasting their mingled essence. His release came again, hot and sudden, coating her lips and chin, a few drops landing on her cheeks. She licked her lips, eyes locked on his, a playful smirk curling her mouth.
"Mmm~ You taste so good~"
He pulled her close, their bodies slick with sweat and desire, his lips brushing her ear as he whispered, guiding her to lie back once more. His hands roamed her body, lingering on her thighs, licking the sensitive skin there until she squirmed, her breaths hitching. He moved higher, his tongue teasing her armpit again, the sensation making her giggle and moan all at once. Her body was a live wire, every touch sending her reeling, her frequency humming in perfect sync with his.
"Ahhhn~ Don't stop~"
They collapsed together, her body limp and sated, her cheeks flushed as she nestled into his arms. The Sonoro Sphere pulsed around them, a cocoon of their shared heat, her frequency steady and calm, a stark contrast to its usual chaos.
Camellya's cheeks were flushed, her gaze hazy as she lay limply in Lucian's arms.
Even such intense activity, comparable to hunting Tacet Discords, didn't trigger her overclocking. Instead, her frequency felt gentle and comfortable.
This sensation was only comparable to the relief after medical pod treatment, though the treatment's start was excruciatingly painful.
Even when her frequency stabilized, the pod was a cold, bleak place, and Camellya hated it.
Her delicate toes curled slightly as she lazily hugged Lucian's head.
"From now on, you're my medical pod. If I overclock, you better treat me well…"
Lucian: "?"
Puzzled, Lucian felt her soft body and noticed her frequency was remarkably stable, unlike its usual restless state.
Lucian was stunned. Since when did this activity have such an effect?
Beep beep beep—
The terminal chimed at an inopportune moment, shattering the room's tranquility.
"Lucian, you're not at Misty Rock. Where are you?"
On the other end, Rover scanned the surroundings. Blake Blooms were everywhere, and the salty, humid sea breeze made it a perfect spot for a romantic date.
She had planned to catch Lucian off guard, hoping to expose their affair and leave them speechless.
But Lucian wasn't here. Had KU-Money lied to her?
Rover strongly suspected KU-Money was feeding her intel while secretly covering for Lucian.
What a secret maneuver!
Cold sweat ran down Lucian's back, "How did you know I was at Misty Rock?"
If he hadn't already entered the Sonoro Sphere, Rover might have caught him red-handed.
"Of course, KU-Money told me."
"Tell me! Did you put KU-Money up to covering for you?"
KU-Money?
Lucian shook his head. It had too much power.
Maybe it was time to hand financial management to another robot. KU-Key seemed like a good choice…
Thankfully, even with the Sonoro Pact, entering the Sonoro Sphere required his consent.
Otherwise, Rover might have caught him like a turtle in a jar.
"Are you in the Sonoro Sphere cozying up with Camellya right now?"
Lucian paused. Good grief, was this a woman's sixth sense?
Camellya's eyes flickered. Rover was clearly furious. If she provoked her now, with Rover's personality, she might drag Lucian away and leave the Black Shores.
She might even fight Camellya, which wouldn't do… Camellya wasn't done having fun yet…
With Lucian, she could never get enough fun…
Since she and Lucian had already done what they needed to, there was no rush. There'd be plenty of chances to steal him away later.
Even if Lucian had to fulfill his promise and travel to other regions, the Sonoro Sphere would let them meet often.
And Rover probably lived here too… Sneaking around behind Rover's back… The thought was thrilling!
Camellya decided she'd found a new way to chase excitement.
Lucian had the same idea. Rover and Camellya already didn't get along.
If Rover knew they'd already "cooked the rice," who knows what she'd do to Camellya.
Both were dear to him, and Lucian couldn't bear to see either hurt.
With this in mind, Lucian said seriously, "Rover, we are indeed in the Sonoro Sphere."
Rover's expression darkened, "Have you thought about how you want to die?"
Lucian shifted tone, "Rover, you've misunderstood. I know you're anxious, but please, don't be."
"We're in the Sonoro Sphere, but we're just looking at flowers."
Rover frowned, "Flowers?"
Lucian nodded slightly, "Exactly!"
"KU-Money wasn't wrong. We were at Misty Rock earlier, and you saw the Blake Blooms there, right?"
"You know Camellya loves flowers, but she's grown tired of Misty Rock's. So I thought of this way to show her different kinds."
Rover was skeptical. Shorekeeper had sent Lucian to deal with Lady Flora's matter. Was Camellya connected to Lady Flora?
Otherwise, why was Lucian with her now?
But she did know Camellya loved flowers, having seen the variety she planted in the greenhouse.
"Fine, let me in then."
Words over comms weren't enough. She needed to confront them in the Sonoro Sphere.
Plus, she wanted to talk to Lucian about Abby.
On the other end, Lucian hung up, and with a thought, the scene shifted to a greenhouse identical to the Black Shores'.
Camellya covered her mouth, snickering, "I'll have to come here often. This is too fun!"
The earlier you locked in a relationship, the more you lost!
Rover was probably the first to make her relationship with Lucian official, right?
But then came Changli, Jinhsi, Chixia, and others, posing a huge threat to Rover.
When a relationship was out in the open, all the fire was aimed at Rover.
But if Rover hadn't done that, the pressure would've been shared.
Sigh, Rover clearly didn't understand relationships as well as Camellya did. She'd won!
Camellya decided to secretly do naughty things with Lucian, slowly winning his heart completely.
She wanted to keep Lucian by her side all the time, but Rover was too dominant now. Camellya couldn't outmatch her strength yet and needed to take it slow…
In the Sonoro Sphere's greenhouse, after Lucian's approval, Rover entered.
As soon as she arrived, she saw Lucian and Camellya, fully dressed, laughing and chatting over a bright yellow flower.
Rover: "?"