I'll use force

"I-is that so?" My voice cracked.

I broke away from him, averting my gaze.

Embarrassment overtook my whole body. That creature had just told me what kind of person I really was. I may have known about it and I may have just kept denying it.

Did I really want Sein to do those things to me? No, it could have been merely a trick that cultivated little wishes, turning them into even more tempting things so I would fall into its claws. But still, the fact that it happened was just shameful.

After what happened with the Puca, I might not be able to look Sein in the eyes the next time we meet.

"Hey," Lavi bent a little to take a better look at my face. "Don't tell me it actually did something to you?"

I cocked my head back, breathing hitched. I wasn't so sure if I can bear with anyone leaning close to me ever again.