Revelry in Blood ( 396 )

"Now, Kenjirou."

"Yes, my love?" he replied, turning to her with eager eyes, still filled with a sense of power.

But Zephyra didn't say anything.

She just raised her hand and made a small, graceful gesture with her fingers.

That was all.

Kenjirou blinked, momentarily confused.

Then, his body moved on its own.

Without thinking. Without resisting. His knees went weak.

He dropped to the ground, kneeling before her.

His eyes were wide, and his breathing was uneven.

He looked up, startled. "Why did I—?"

Zephyra stepped closer, her smile calm. She reached out and gently touched his cheek.

"You don't need to understand," she whispered.

She leaned in and softly brushed her lips against his forehead.

Kenjirou stared at her, heart racing. He felt confused, enchanted, and trapped.

Zephyra's smile grew even wider.

"You love me, don't you, Kenjirou?" Her voice was soft, like silk against his skin.