Celebration (18+)

The city of Pyroc was full of life once again, the joyous laughter of the citizens filling the air. Everyone decided to resume the Great Flame Festival as a celebration to not only celebrate Claire's evolution and the appearance of Pyroc, but also celebrate the valiant efforts that kept the kingdom safe.

While the festival was going on, Claire and I sat in her lounge area, listening to the muffled sounds of the fireworks, watching the sky illuminate with colorful explosions through the window. Claire began focusing on wrapping my body with healing bandages, a soft smile curling on her lips.

Claire finished bandaging my wounds then positioned her body on the couch to face me. "Thank you for everything you've done so far, Ryoma...I can't possibly thank you enough for saving my kingdom.."

"I didn't do it alone...Inoka helped me greatly along with my retainer, who you briefly met... Tsuhori," I replied, giving her a warm smile.

Claire giggled softly, nodding her head. "She's such a gentle soul...and I knew Inoka wouldn't have allowed me to suffer alone in such a manner, but inside you were the only one who could've really stopped Alastor...and I want to thank you for it.."

"In fact words can not express how grateful I am...you truly have done more than enough for me and I want to give you a proper thanks..~" Claire whispered, scooting closer to me.

In that moment, we gave each other intimate stares, our eyes locking and the world around us slowly vanishing. I caressed her cheek, gently tucking her hair behind her ear. My thumb gently brushed across her lips.

A breathless sound escaped Claire's lips as I traced my thumb over them, leaving behind a trail of tingles in its wake. Her eyes slowly closed, allowing her to savor the lingering moment of our growing intimacy and the tantalizing heat his touch evoked.

Claire's eyes drifted shut as our lips met, this time with a newfound intensity that stole the remaining oxygen from the room. Without conscious thought, her arms snaked around my neck, pulling me closer until our bodies pressed against one another. A quiet moan escaped her lips as she melted into the kiss, losing herself to the thrill of the unknown territory we ventured into together. For a brief, fleeting moment, the responsibilities of royal life faded into oblivion, replaced entirely by the intoxicating warmth that radiated between us.

A soft whimper slipped past Claire's lips as my hand slowly glid down to her thigh, setting a spark to the smoldering heat building within her core. Responding instinctively, she ground her hips ever so slightly against mine, seeking friction to quench the growing fire. Her pulse raced like wild horses through her veins, drowning out all other thoughts save for the undeniable pull drawing her deeper into this forbidden abyss.

As our tongues entwined in an age-old dance, she felt her inhibitions dissolving like morning mist beneath the relentless sun, revealing desires she had never known lay dormant within her soul.

Pulling away gently from the kiss, I pressed my forehead against hers, our breaths intermingling. "Do you wish to...do this before our wedding..?"

"Although I know it's wrong... I'm sure the Goddesses will excuse it as our actions don't harbor Lust," Claire whispered, her voice husky with want and desire. Her gaze lingering onto mine as she shifted even closer. "Plus...you deserve to know my true thanks, my love.."

I smiled at her gently, planting one last soft kiss upon her lips. "Alright, my love..~ Let us truly intertwine for tonight..~"

"Yes...and this way, Inoka can have you all to herself on your commemoration," Claire said softly, her arms gliding down to my shoulders.

With a soft press of my lips upon her exposed skin, Claire felt her resolve weakening, melting away like snow under the midsummer sun. A soft moan escaped her parted lips as she arched her neck in silent encouragement, inviting me to explore even further. The sensation of my hands encirccling her waist anchored her to the present moment, heightening her senses and awakening a hunger she hadn't realized resided within her.

Draping her arms loosely around my shoulders, she surrendered to the moment, trusting me implicitly to guide her through these unfamiliar depths of pleasure and discovery. "Mmm...yes, Ryoma...don't stop..."

I slowly moved her hair to gain access to the back of her dress, slowly untying the strings of her dress to remove it. Claire watched me with hooded eyes as I skillfully removed her dress, her cheeks flushing a becoming shade of crimson. Each inch of revealed skin made her breasts feel heavier, her nipples achingly tight beneath the thin fabric of her revealed bra. Heat pooled in her lower belly, her body preparing for what she knew was to follow. Her heart rate quickened with anticipation, matching the rhythmic cadence of our labored breaths intertwining in the intimacy of the library alcove.

As the final layer of clothing fell away, she bared herself to me completely, both physically and emotionally, her vulnerability mirrored in the honesty of her eyes. A shudder ran through her as cool air caressed her exposed flesh, heightening every sensation tenfold.

"You're so beautiful, Claire.." I whispered, gently brushing her hair from her face.

Blushing deeply at the compliment, Claire ducked her head shyly, her fingers trembling slightly as they worked to release the knot of my kimono tie. Once freed, the garment slid away, pooling on the floor beside us. Her eyes roamed over my toned form, appreciation and desire warring in her gaze.

Reaching up, she brushed her fingertips along the curve of my jawline before letting her palms rest against my chest, feeling the steady drumbeat of my heart echoing her own erratic tempo. "My Emperor..."

Whimpers escaped Claire's lips as my mouth blazed a scorching trail down her throat. Arching her back slightly, she pressed herself impossibly closer to me, craving the sweet burn of my touch like oxygen. Her hands tangled in my hair, urging me onward, deeper into this forbidden paradise. Surrendering to the tidal wave of sensation crashing over her, she abandoned herself to the experience, trusting me to lead her through this erotic odyssey.

Slowly I unclasped her bra, a soft gasp escaping Claire's lips as her breasts were finally freed from their confines. They rose proudly, rosy nipples puckered in anticipation. Her nipples ached for the comfort of my touch, sending a hot thread of need spiraling downwards, settling in her core. With a shaky breath, she leaned back slightly, offering her exposed breasts to my hungry gaze. Her eyes locked onto mine, challenging me wordlessly to quench the fire she knew I had ignited within her.

A breathless moan escaped Claire's lips as I took her breast into my talented mouth. Her eyes drifted shut involuntarily, overcome by the delicious assault on her senses. Her fingers tightened their hold on my dark hair, gently guiding me closer as she reveled in the erotic sensation of my skilled tongue and lips lavishing attention on her sensitive peak. A soft squirming motion betrayed her mounting arousal as she succumbed to the rising tide of pleasure I expertly coaxed from her willing body.

Feeling it was time to progress, I pulled away from her breast. "Are you ready..?~" I whispered, gazing into her lovestruck eyes.

Between ragged breaths, Claire met my gaze, her eyes glazed over with desire. She nodded almost imperceptibly, unable to find the words needed to express the maelstrom of feelings swirling inside her. Instead, she answered me with her body, rocking her hips forward, grinding her aching core against my arousal.

A soft whine left her lips as she sought relief from the building ache, desperate for more of the exquisite pleasure I seemed capable of extracting from her so effortlessly. "Yes...Please, take me, Ryoma..~"

I gently stopped her hips, sliding her panties down her legs, letting them hit the floor. I rose her hips and began to slide down my underwear, allowing my length to stand at attention. Her eyes widened marginally as my aroused state became fully apparent, causing her own arousal to spike even higher. Involuntary wetness bloomed between her thighs at the sight of my impressive length, confirming her readiness for what was about to transpire.

Despite the heat burning brightly within her, a trace amount of trepidation lingered, a vestige of her sheltered upbringing. Swallowing her nerves, she lifted her gaze to meet mine, silently imploring me to guide her through this final threshold into true womanhood and the depths of passion beyond it.

A soft moan escaped Claire's lips as she felt the tip of my hardness penetrating her delicate folds. Her muscles clenched instinctively around me, the combination of pleasure and slight discomfort making her breath catch in her throat. Clutching my shoulders, she buried her face in the crook of my neck, inhaling my masculine scent as she adjusted to the foreign invasion of her body. Whispering my name like a prayer, she gave herself over to me completely, trusting me to guide her through this ultimate act of surrender and devotion.

I gently rubbed her back, making sure she's comfortable before continuing this ultimate act of becoming one. "Are you okay, my love..?" I asked, my tone no louder than a hushed whisper.

Tremors rippled through Claire's body as she acclimated to the fullness within her. Nuzzling closer to me, she found solace in the familiar safety of my embrace. Her voice barely audible above the sound of our labored breaths, she responded to me question with equal tenderness.

"I...I am fine...just...never..." she trailed off, unable to find the appropriate words to describe the indescribable emotions swirling within her. Instead, she settled for wrapping her arms around my neck, conveying her trust and surrender through the simple act of submission.

"We'll start off slow then," I cooed softly, my soft whispers echoing in her mind.

I slightly adjusted myself on the couch, getting more comfortable then began to slowly guide her hips back and forth. Claire's eyelids fluttered closed as I began to establish a gentle pace. The deliciously torturous friction between our joined bodies ignited a blaze of heat deep within her core.

Unconsciously, her hips followed my lead, finding a natural rhythm that amplified the exquisite sensations building with each measured thrust. A soft moan escaped her lips, soon transforming into a series of breathless gasps as she yielded to the primal ecstasy consuming her. Her nails scratched lightly at my back, leaving behind faint pink lines in their wake as she surrendered to the whirlwind of sensations enveloping her entire being.

I gently held the back of her head, slightly gripping her hair as she rode me slowly. "You feel...so good..." I whispered softly, my soft breaths hitting against her ear.

Moans escaping her parted lips, Claire couldn't form coherent words to respond. Instead, she communicated her pleasure through her body language alone, her hips rocking in tandem with mine as she embraced the growing intensity between us. Her fingertips danced across my chest, tracing patterns on my sweat-dampened skin while her head rolled back in ecstatic abandon.

The world around us melted away, replaced by the hypnotizing rhythm of our joined bodies and the crescendo of impending climax that threatened to consume her both whole.

Claire's gasps turned into quiet moans as she felt my gentle kiss on her lips, coupled with the sensation of my firm hand on her derriere. My loving guidance caused her hips to move faster, driving her closer to the edge of ecstasy. Her breasts swayed gently with each movement, the tips of her nipples aching for the same attention I had shown them earlier. Eyes half-lidded with desire, she looked at me with a mixture of love and adoration, reveling in the intense connection we shared in that intimate moment.

"You want me to touch them again..?~" I whispered, my hands slowly gliding up her body.

Breathless, Claire nodded eagerly at my suggestion. Her hands moved to cover mine, guiding them to cup her breasts gently yet possessively. She let out a low moan as my callused fingers grazed her sensitive peaks once more, sending shockwaves of pleasure straight to her core.

Her hips bucked harder against mine, seeking relief from the relentless build-up of desire threatening to consume her entirely. "Yes...please...touch me...touch me all over..."

A throaty moan escaped Claire's lips as she felt my lips and tongue teasing her sensitive breasts once more. Her hips rocked faster, driven by the escalating hunger pulsing through her veins. One hand remained entangled in my dark locks, holding me close to her heaving chest, while the other drifted southward, trailing featherlight touches down my sculpted abdomen until reaching her destination.

With a newfound boldness, she wrapped her slender digits around my rigid length, stroking me in time with our passionate rhythm. Her breath came in short pants now, the intensity between us nearing its boiling point.

I pulled away from her soft breasts, gently laying her down on the couch and held the armrest. I began to gently thrust my member inside of her, my soft pants intermingling with hers. Gazing up at me with drunken brown eyes, Claire could feel the waves of orgasm lapping at her inner walls. She arched her back slightly, welcoming the full force of my determined thrusts.

Her legs wrapped themselves around my waist, drawing me impossibly closer as our bodies melded together in perfect harmony. Moans of pleasure filled the air between us, punctuating each fervent stroke as we raced toward the precipice of pure ecstasy.

"Oh, Goddesses...Ryoma...I...nngh...haah.." Claire moaned, her nails gently digging into my skin.

Claire cried out in pleasure as my skilled finger found her most sensitive spot, eliciting a surge of sensation that sent shivers racing down her spine. Her hips bucked wildly against mine, meeting each powerful thrust with a desperate moan. Her fingers twisted in the fabric of the couch cushion below her, trying to ground herself amidst the swelling storm of pleasure.

Her climax was imminent; she could taste it on the edges of consciousness, just out of reach—but oh, so tantalizingly close. "Ryoma...oh, Goddesses...I'm...going to…"

A broken cry fell from Claire's lips as I continued my relentless thrusts, my gradual intensity pushing her past the edge she'd been precariously balancing on. Her body convulsed violently beneath mine, every fiber of her being consumed by the white-hot flames of orgasm. She clung to me desperately, her nails digging into my back as she experienced the euphoric climax she'd been craving since I entered her chamber. Her eyes remained closed, savoring the explosive bursts of pleasure coursing through her trembling limbs.

Incoherent sounds of pleasure continued to escape Claire's lips as she rode the waves of her climax. Even though her own orgasm subsided, her desire for me burned stronger than ever. Feeling the change in my rhythm, she opened her eyes, hazy with pleasure, and gazed up at me.

With a weak smile, she uttered three breathless words that spoke volumes of her growing affections for me. "Make me yours...~"

Feeling the telltale signs of my approaching climax, Claire wrapped her legs around my waist, locking me to her as best as she could. Her hands roamed my sweat-streaked back, urging me onwards with silent encouragement. Each erratic thrust brought her closer to the precipice of another mind-shattering climax, and she knew she wouldn't last much longer before plunging over the edge once more. Surrendering herself to the irresistible pull of pleasure, she let out a keening moan, her body tensing in anticipation of the impending release.

As the hot flood of my release filled her, Claire's body arched involuntarily, her head thrown back in a wordless cry of ecstasy. Her second orgasm crashed over her like a tidal wave, even more intense than the first due to our shared experience. Tears of pleasure stung her eyes as she clung to me, unwilling to break our intimate connection even for a single breath.

Spent, she finally collapsed against me, her rapid breaths mimicking my own as our hearts beat in sync. With a contented sigh, she nestled deeper into my embrace, her exhausted limbs heavy with satisfaction.

I relaxed finally, letting out a soft, satisfied sigh. I slowly pulled out of her and laid back on the couch, gently pulling her on top of me so she could rest upon me. I felt her chest burning with passion, her Soulblaze growing even stronger and offering a warm embrace around the two of us.

Resting her head on my chest, Claire listened to the steady beat of my heart and marveled at the comforting warmth encircling us both. A soft smile ghosted across her lips as she realized the source of the warmth - her own Soulblaze, intensifying in response to our intimate encounter. Exhausted but content, she snuggled closer to me, enjoying the feeling of my strong arms around her.

For once, she knew the true feeling of the love of a man, her heart dancing within her chest. In that moment, with nothing separating us save for our dwindling breaths, she felt truly alive, and cherished. Sleep threatened to claim her tired body, but she fought it valiantly, wanting to savor this precious moment with me for as long as possible.

"That was amazing..." Claire whispered tiredly, her eyes reflecting the gentle flame within the fireplace.

"It was..." I echoed, my hand gently tracing her back.

Claire slowly closed her eyes, the sleepiness finally calling upon her name. "I...love you.."

I glanced at Claire, noticing her drifting off to sleep and smiled at her. "I love you too...sleep well.."

With that, Claire drifted off to sleep, unable to fight back the calls of her drowsiness any longer. Soon I drifted off to sleep with her, holding her closely.

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The next day rolled around and Inoka searched around the castle for us. She yawned as she traversed the halls, finally reaching the last place she hadn't checked. She walked inside the lounge room, noticing me and Claire resting peacefully on the couch together.

Inoka covered her mouth as she gazed upon our naked bodies resting together, a soft knowing smile playing on her lips. She giggled softly and closed the door quietly, hurrying down the hall.

"Have you found Queen Claire and Lord Ryoma?" Milcham asked, approaching Inoka.

Inoka shrugged her shoulders and smiled at Milcham. "I guess they went out this morning. Can't find them anywhere in the castle."

"Right...that's makes sense I suppose. We'll, I guess I should tell Elisa so she can stop worrying," Milcham said then walked away in the opposite direction.

Inoka held her arms and closed her eyes, letting out a soft giggle. She walked to the lounge door then turned the sign on the door to show the message, "Do not enter" and walked off, noticing Cyra traversing the halls.

"Hey! Wanna help me at the ranch?" Inoka asked, smiling at Cyra as she hurried toward her.

Cyra stretched and smiled at Inoka. "Mmm!~ Yeah, I'll help out...~"

The two made their way down the halls, the corridor finally growing quiet to allow Claire and I to continue our gentle slumber.