I awoke, fully rested, at around dawn. There was something soft and warm pressed at my side. What happened last night? I feel like something important happened, but for some reason, I can't remember. I turned my head to the side and my gaze landed on still sleeping Diana's face. She looked so peaceful, so vulnerable, my heart started beating faster. If she's lying next to me, then the soft and warm things that are pressing on my side are…
That's right, I spent the night with Diana. It was a night to remember. I don't know why, but I haven't felt this good with anyone else. She had zero technique or experience, she just gave in to me fully, but despite all that, the pleasure, the lust, my carnal desires were at their highest. I wanted her, I wanted her more than I wanted anything in the world. I was ready to abandon all just to be with her at the time. Is this what it feels to be with someone that you care about?
Diana moved a little and opened her eyes. With a face blush like the petals of a sakura she said. "G-good morning, Adam…"
I really am lucky, the universe has given me a second chance at life. Sure, I had to go through a lot of trials and tribulations to achieve it, but finally, After 11 years of solitude, I have someone by my side.
"Adam, i-is something wrong? Why aren't you answering? Did I mess up somehow yesterday? I-I'm sorry, this was my…" Diana started mumbling something while trying to cover her face that was blushing by the second.
I smile softly. "It's Isaac. My full name is Isaac Sygrim. You can just call me that or whatever."
Diana beamed with a bright smile. "Okay, Isaac, I'll call you that!" We spent some time together in bed just vibing until the whole inn began waking up and making a ruckus. "Could you… Turn around for a moment, it's already morning and I need to get dressed…"
"Oh, okay, sorry. I'll leave the room."
I left the room and, in around five minutes, Diana walked out as well. I didn't really know how I should act from now on. Should I hold her hand? That might feel forced, let's just try and act normal.
As usual, we went to the guild to meet up with others, but since it was still early, we were the first ones there. I had no idea what I was supposed to do while waiting with Diana for others. The mood between us was awkward, so, with a stroke of genius, I found an ideal way of ignoring the problem and buying time for the others to show up.
The adventurers guild was a place to pick up work, but it also doubled as a tavern to unwind after work and eat. If I spend the rest of the time eating, I won't have to… I won't be able to talk to anyone. Besides, I got paid big yesterday, so I might as well splurge a little.
"Waiter, I want two of everything! Bring it asap!"
"You got it, good sir. What about your lady?" Diana Blushed after being called that.
Right, I forgot about her. "Hey, Diana, you want something? It's my treat."
"Just… Just the traditional breakfast is fine…"
"Okay, you two, I'll bring it out as soon as it's done! It will take a while, so get cousy." The waiter said with a smile.
Fuck, I messed up, I forgot that making food takes time and the more you order the more time it takes. My ultimate plan was ruined at the first stage! I looked at Diana, she looked embarrassed, but had a smile on her face. What do I do now?
Half an hour of silence had passed before the food started flowing in. I was relieved that I finally had an escape from the awkwardness, so I started munching like there was no tomorrow. Soon after the ever smiling Sara barged into the guild hall and without a second thought went straight for us. "Well, how are our lovebirds doing this fine morning?" She looked at the table covered in food. "I see you wanted to throw us a banquet as a thank you, huh? Don't mind if I do!"
"Fuck off, Sara, this all is for me! Get some yourself." I said with a mouth full of omelette. I need this food as an excuse, you damn woman!
"Oh, c'mon, you act like this with your future sister in law after the free drinks last night? I even played cupid between you and my precious little sister and this is how you'll repay me?" She started drying imaginary tears. Diana turned redder than a tomato. "Shame on you! I guess that I'll just have to take her back then…" She looked at me with a villainous smile.
"Sister!!! I…" Diana tried interjecting.
I turned to Sara and with a threatening look Said. "Never… I'll never let go of her. Just try." This answer sent Diana outside the realm of red, she entered a color that couldn't be described in human language. What the hell am I saying?
Sara seemed to like my answer. "Good, let's hope so." She sat at the table and started eating my food. "Cupid fees."
Soon after, the guys joined us. They seemed oblivious of what happened between me and Diana last night. I was afraid that Sara would start making fun at our expense, but she stayed away from that topic, probably to preserve the fabric of space from collapsing by preventing Diana from turning any redder.
After going over the day's plans and having breakfast, we separated into the four winds. Clive and Zen could fuck of in all honesty, I was interested in what the girls were up to. I thought about spending some more time with Diana, but she was taken by Sara somewhere. On second thought, it's good that I'm not with her, I don't know what to do or how to act. I'll spend this time getting advice. I need someone smart for that, I need Clive.
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"So, as you know, me and Diana are in a relationship…" I said to Clive, while we were sitting in a tavern late at night, drinking ale.
"Yes, what about it?"
"HELP."
"... I see, it's that bad, huh?"
"The relationship itself isn't bad, at least I don't think that it is, but…"
"Let me guess, it's your first relationship and you don't know what to do right?"
"Yeah, that sums it up nicely. Any advice?"
Clive thought for a minute. "Do you love her?"
"I… Don't know what it means… What is love, and how do I know that I love someone?"
"You're hopeless."
"You want to die?"
"Even if you kill me, it won't change the fact that you're hopeless. You will only lose a friend that is cheering you on and is willing to help you in this endeavor."
This put a smile on my face. "We're not friends though. You're just leaching of my power in order to rank up."
"And you're just leaching everything else, you idiot. That's what friends do."
"There's still no way that I'd become friends with someone as weak and pathetic as you. Do I need to remind you just who I am?"
"Oh, then what about Diana? Are you too good for her too?"
"Diana is… She's different. I'm okay with her…"
"Oh, just okay?"
"I… Want to be with her… A lot. For some reason she's the only thing that I think about as of late. I want to be with her, I wish to protect her, I want her to have all that she wants. I just want her to smile for me…"
Clive smiled. "Then, my friend, you two will be alright!"
"What makes you say that?"
"It's obvious, you love her."
So, this is love then? "OK, I might love her, but you still haven't told me what to do? At this point I'm more confused than ever."
"Oh, that's simple…" Clive smiled. "Be honest with her and just tell her how you feel. You did tell me so it shouldn't be any more difficult to tell her."
"And what then?"
"And then, just go with the flow."
I sighed. "Thanks for nothing, jackass." I stood up to leave.
"Hey, you forgot your side of the bill!"
"You take care of it! Since you wasted my time and all…"
It was already late, so I went back to my inn. I climbed to the second floor where my room was located and saw Diana sitting by the door. "I've been waiting for you, Isaac." She said while blushing. "L-let's head inside." I nodded and opened the door.
Diana stepped in and looked around. "So this is a guy's room? It's not so different from mine. Can I have a seat?" I nodded again and she sat on the bed. "I just wanted…"
"Diana, I love you! I want to be with you forever!" Diana blushed. Step one completed.
Now, just go with the flow. I pushed her down on the bed and kissed her. "Jeez, Isaac, is this really the only thing that you think about?" She smiled and kissed me back. "Fine, but just for tonight."
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I once again awoke in bed with a beauty. It seems that relationships are easier than I thought. And it's very fun as well.
This kind of thing became the new norm between us, almost routine. That was how we spent our time together, but I did feel like something was missing. And while I thought that I was doing well, a week later, a very angry Sara physically dragged me out to 'talk'. "What the hell did you do to Diana, you piece of 'Troll' dick?"
"What do you mean? I haven't done anything outside the norm."
"Then why is she so sad all of a sudden?"
"What do you mean? She seemed fine last night."
"You might not see it, but she's unhappy and if it's your doing, I swear to god…"
I was getting scared at this point. "I swear, all we do is hang out and adventure with you guys and fuck. But it's all vanilla, so you don't have to worry about it."
"Wait, that's all? You're joking right?" Sara looked confused.
"Yeah, that's all. Is there something wrong with it?"
Sara slapped her face, took a deep breath and sighed. "Do you do anything other than sex with her?"
"Like what?"
She seemed irritated. "You really are hopeless. You know, unlike guys, girls have other needs. When was the last time you had a heart to heart conversation alone with her? Or when was your last date?"
"Never." She looked like she was gonna kill me…
"Sigh, OK, newbie, tomorrow the two of you are going on a date! And since you know nothing about dating, tonight I'm giving you a crash course. Pay attention and don't you dare slack off, because if, after tomorrow's date, my sister still looks unhappy, you're a dead man!"
"Can we skip the crash course please, I promise that I'll do my best."
"Do you WANT Diana to be unhappy then?"
I thought about Diana and how bad she must have felt because of my incompetence. "Very well, please teach me."