Lying side by side with Viviana, face-to-face, the atmosphere on the bed was stiflingly awkward.
After I told her to feel my hips, Viviana stared at me silently for a long time. The longer the silence persisted, the heavier the air between us grew.
In the end, it was Viviana who broke the silence first.
“…Are you really saying I can touch you?”
“W-Well, only if you want to, Viviana…”
“No, I’m going to do it.”
Her answer came without hesitation, her tone firm.
Feeling embarrassed, I turned away to look out the window, feeling her sharp gaze as if it could pierce through me.
As the uncomfortable atmosphere lingered, a cold hand rested on my shoulder.
“Ack…”
The unexpected coldness made me flinch reflexively. Starting with my shoulder, Viviana didn’t hesitate to continue touching my body.
Slowly, and softly. Her hand moved over my shoulder, flowing down along my skin.
It felt like a gentle massage, and the unexpected pleasantness helped me relax a bit.
But the pleasantness only lasted for a moment. Her hand moved past my shoulder, down my back, and slid firmly over my hips.
“Ngh…!”
An unintended sound escaped me. I could feel her touch clearly through my thin pajamas.
“Tina.”
Viviana called my name softly as she moved her hand.
Her touch was… mischievous.
She would caress lightly, then suddenly squeeze, as if exploring me like a curious child with a new toy.
“Ack…”
Her touch made my body twitch again.
Honestly, to say I didn’t dislike the situation would be a lie. But I was much more comfortable being touched by Viviana than by a creepy person like Mardian.
And if I could capture Viviana’s heart with just this small sacrifice, it would be more than worth it.
Imagining a future where Viviana was completely captivated by me, unable to live without me, I started envisioning days filled with glittering jewels, lavish dresses, and all the treasures of the duke’s household.
Just thinking about it made me drool.
So, this was nothing.
After enduring for a while with my eyes closed, I thought it would end after a few more touches. But her hand showed no sign of stopping.
Viviana’s hand moved deeper, slower, exploring my skin in a way that made me tense unconsciously.
Flinch—
She wasn’t satisfied with just a light touch. She gripped my hips tightly, releasing only to squeeze again.
The bolder her touch became, the more I reacted by shrinking back.
“Ngh…”
Each time her hand explored, a small moan slipped out. Enjoying my reaction, Viviana leaned close to my ear with a grin.
“Tina, this feels really good. You should feel this too.”
“Th-Thank you…?”
I wasn’t sure if I should be grateful, but I decided to go along with Viviana’s mood.
But…
When is this going to end…?
Viviana seemed to have no intention of stopping anytime soon. Just as I was tiring of the repeated situation, she suddenly lifted my pajamas slightly.
“Ngh?!”
Her hand paused for a moment on my underwear. Feeling her cold palm even more clearly, I shuddered.
But Viviana didn’t stop there. One of her fingers trailed along the edge of my underwear and slipped inside.
“Eek?!”
The touch on my bare skin made goosebumps rise all over.
Eventually, overwhelmed, I instinctively pushed Viviana away.
Her purple eyes widened in surprise, and I quickly grabbed her hand, fearing I had hurt her feelings.
After all the effort I had put into winning her over, I couldn’t let it all collapse now.
Calming my trembling heart, I carefully spoke to Viviana, who was gazing at me silently.
“Th-The bare skin is a bit…”
“…”
Viviana looked at me silently, and another uncomfortable silence settled between us. I worried she might be hurt, but thankfully, her eyes still held affection.
“Sorry, Tina. It’s just that your skin is so addictive that I couldn’t help myself.”
Viviana sighed softly, running a hand through her hair. I found myself staring blankly at her face, which her forehead now fully exposed.
She really looks like the main character. That face isn’t from this world.
How could someone be both beautiful and handsome at the same time?
Sure, I’m pretty too… but Viviana really has that main character aura.
Maybe because I was staring too openly, Viviana stroked my head with a faint smile.
“Thanks to you, all my stress for the week is gone. Is there anything you want?”
“Something I want?”
“Yes, I told you I’d reward you if I was satisfied.”
I recalled a line from the contract about being rewarded for satisfying Viviana. Even though it was sudden, there was no need to refuse, so I propped my chin and thought.
Hmm, something I want…
A dazzling gem, or even cash would be nice… Or even one of those artworks hanging in the hallway wouldn’t be bad.
But I couldn’t ask so openly. If I came across as too materialistic, it could ruin the good impression I had worked so hard to build.
Since we were still getting to know each other, unlike with other ladies, it was too early to ask for material things. Instead, it would be better to use this chance to deepen my relationship with Viviana.
I looked down slightly, putting on a slightly dejected expression, and shyly looked up at her with sparkling eyes.
“Then… would you be able to visit me more often?”
“…What?”
“Not just in the evening… I’d like to see you more, Viviana…”
“…”
Viviana’s purple eyes started to waver unexpectedly. I tried hard to suppress a smile at her reaction.
How about it, Viviana?
Can you keep your composure after seeing this expression?
I’ve charmed so many ladies with this look, and it’s sure to work on Viviana as well. Her affection for me would definitely—
*Smack!*
“Yah?!”
The sudden sting on my forehead brought tears to my eyes.
My voice escaped involuntarily. Holding my stinging forehead, I looked up to see Viviana gazing at me with a calm expression.
“Stop pretending and tell me what you really want.”
“Ugh…”
…How did she see through it so easily?
I had thought that showing a bit of shyness would appeal to her, but Viviana saw right through it instantly. Any other lady would have already been melting at the sight of me, but not Viviana.
Does she have some kind of radar for insincerity?
“Now that I think about it, I noticed you seemed interested in the paintings around the house. Would you like me to take one down for you?”
“Huh?”
Caught off guard, I blinked in surprise, then quickly gathered myself.
This is an opportunity I can’t let slip.
If I were to ask for wealth first, I’d seem materialistic, but since Viviana suggested it, it’s different. I can’t let this golden opportunity go to waste.
“B-But only if that’s okay with you… I’d be happy, yes…!”
With an ambiguous expression, somewhere between joy and reluctance, I cautiously responded.
“Yes. I’ll have it sent to your residence.”
My heart raced with unexpected excitement. I had wanted one, but I hadn’t expected to get one so easily.
All the paintings I saw were extraordinary. Since they’re popular art pieces, I could sell them for a decent amount.
See, I knew it.
Viviana was easy to fool.
“But Tina, can I keep touching your hips?”
“O-Of course!”
In my excitement over receiving an expensive piece of art, I had agreed without thinking.
I worried I might seem too eager, but luckily Viviana didn’t seem to notice.
It felt like I was selling my body for money, but who cares? I got a valuable treasure and raised Viviana’s affection level, so it was a win-win.
Being pretty really is the best.
Hehe
