Chapter 108

MC POV

Yuki woke up first, her fiery red hair cascading over her shoulders as she leaned closer. The soft light of morning illuminated her face as she gazed at me with a warm smile, her eyes sparkling. Without a word, she softly kissed me on the lips, her lips warm and gentle.

"Happy birthday~" she whispered, her voice a melody as she tenderly caressed my cheek, her fingers tracing the lines of my face with such affection that I couldn't help but smile.

"Is it really my birthday?" I murmured, a little surprised, still not fully awake. "I didn't even notice..."

I smiled lazily at her, still adjusting to the softness of the morning. The next moment, Eleanor, with her ethereal white hair and piercing eyes, leaned down and cupped my cheeks. Her lips pressed firmly against mine, the kiss much hotter and more passionate than Yuki's gentle one.

"Happy birthday, love~" Eleanor said in a melodic tone, her voice both soothing and intense as she pulled away slightly to look into my eyes.

I smiled back, a bit of amusement in my voice. "How old am I now?"

Eleanor's expression softened as she gazed down at me with a teasing look. "I don't know. How old are you really? You always seem so wise and mature."

I chuckled at her comment. "Sixteen," I said, my eyes lighting up as I looked at her, hoping she'd react.

At first, she just stared, her lips trembling as she processed the words. Then, suddenly, Eleanor's expression flickered, and her lips twitched, a little shock in her green eyes.

"S-six... T-teen?" Eleanor stammered, clearly caught off guard. "Are you serious?"

She blushed as if she'd just learned something she didn't expect.

Yuki, always the playful one, giggled at Eleanor's reaction, clearly finding it amusing. Her laughter was like a soft chime in the quiet morning.

"Yes?" I said, raising an eyebrow and caressing her hair gently. "How old did you think I was?"

Eleanor seemed flustered now, her face flushed crimson. "Well... You're a vampire, and you look so... mature. I just assumed you were much older! This is so embarrassing..." she trailed off, clearly trying to hide her face in the crook of my shoulder, her shyness evident.

Yuki and I couldn't help but laugh together. It was one of those moments where the two of us just couldn't stop giggling at the awkwardness of it all.

"D-don't laugh!" Eleanor protested, pulling back slightly as she huffed, though her cheeks were still bright red. "I'll give you something to laugh about! I'm forty-six! Happy?".

I looked at her, my smile softening as I saw her vulnerable side. "And?" I asked, gently holding her chin so she had to look at me. I searched her eyes with a deep, knowing gaze. "Why would I care?".

Eleanor's expression softened, and she gazed at me with a mixture of affection and embarrassment. Her lips trembled, and she leaned forward to give me another kiss, this time slow and full of tenderness.

"You know, sis," Yuki interjected, her voice playful but warm as she laid her head on my chest, drawing small circles with her finger over my heart. "Anna's the oldest here. Fifty-three, actually. And she acts like a little girl in love whenever she's around Jason. It's adorable, really. She only shows that side to her lover. It's... cute if you ask me~".

I chuckled softly, the thought of Anna acting all bashful and embarrassed brough a small, fond smile to my face.

"Yeah, she's adorable..." I murmured.

"Especially when she scowls at me, all jealous, because you come to my room a day before hers." Eleanor pouted a little, a slight pout tugging at her lips. It made her look even cuter, and I chuckled again.

"Please, don't blame her," I said, my tone soft but sincere. "She needs me... More than you think. My little ice doll..." I muttered with a smile, thinking of Anna's quiet, reserved nature.

Yuki's playful smile only grew wider as she leaned up to tease me more. "Ooooh~ someone's getting excited!" she teased. "Just the mention of her, and you're all like this, huh?" Yuki then gently gripped my already erect cock, her touch mischievous.

I laughed nervously, trying to ease the tension. "Hahaha! Yeah... I guess so..." I sighed, leaning back against the pillow, my body heavy with exhaustion. "Stop it for now. I'm not in the mood..."

Yuki and Eleanor exchanged a glance, their expressions changing from playful to serious as they sensed the shift in my mood.

"Is there something you want to tell us?" Eleanor asked, squinting her eyes at me, her tone no longer teasing. I could tell she was beginning to understand there was something deeper going on. "Something about Anna?".

I hesitated for a moment, feeling the weight of the emotions I hadn't fully processed. They could always tell when something was bothering me. With a deep sigh, I decided to open up to them.

"Yeah..." I began slowly. "I'll tell you both..."

I took a deep breath, my mind drifting back to that first night with Anna. I remembered how I was initially charmed by her physique, but how I didn't care about her physical allure as much as I should have. I had seen something more in her, something deeper, a vulnerability hidden beneath her icy exterior.

"Anna," I continued, my voice growing softer. "She let me in... She allowed me to get close. It wasn't just physical. It was more than that. She opened up to me, in a way she never had before. And I... I didn't want to hurt her."

Yuki listened intently, her usual playful demeanor fading as she became more serious. "Is that so..." she said quietly, processing my words.

Eleanor, too, was deep in thought, her hand still lightly resting on my chest, her fingers tracing soothing patterns along my skin. "Hmm..." she murmured softly, her voice filled with contemplation.

I just lay there, feeling the weight of everything pressing down on me. It felt like a mix of guilt, confusion, and love all tangled together.

"I think it's for the best," Yuki finally spoke up, breaking the silence. "You two... you've got something special, even if it's hard for you to see it right now."

"I think so too," Eleanor agreed, her voice tender. "You love her, don't you? I can see it in your eyes, every time she's near."

"Elaborate," I asked, wanting to hear more of what they really thought about the situation.

Yuki looked at me with a gentle, knowing smile. "Well... Anna has always been a loner. She's always kept to herself, rarely saying anything. She's the type who avoids confrontation, always trying to keep things simple. Do you really think someone like her would find love easily? I think her physique might have been a blessing in disguise, but she's still the lucky one to have you. You're the one who sees her, truly sees her."

Eleanor nodded in agreement. "Exactly. And besides, a young master desiring one of his maids? It happens. Some cultures even support it. But more importantly, we all know you love her. I can see it in your eyes every time you look at her. Those gentle, caring eyes that speak volumes."

Eleanor gently ran her fingers through my hair, her voice soft and comforting. "You know you'd give her the world now that she's yours. Stop doubting yourself, love. You're not just her protector. You're her world."

"Move on," Yuki said bluntly, but her voice was softer than usual. "She's yours now, and she's all the better for it."