The Melting Snow Woman

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Sure, Yuto could wipe Kirisu Mafuyu's memories with magic. But with the world spiraling—three of the four great anomalies already loose, it was better she faced the truth now than stumble through it later.

"Master, I'm so sorry. If I hadn't lost the cursed ring, Miss Kirisu wouldn't be like this."

Yukino Mifuyu's voice rang in his head, heavy with guilt.

"It's over and done. No point dwelling on it," Yuto reassured her. "We've got to deal with what's here."

"Yuto-kun, do you have supernatural powers too?"

Kirisu Mafuyu frowned, piecing together how he'd handled the ring like it was nothing.

"Yeah, I do."

Yuto raised a finger, letting the cursed energy coil around it. She couldn't see it, but the weight in the air made her breath catch.

Gulp.

She swallowed hard, suddenly feeling a distance from this handsome student she'd once felt a faint bond with.

"Teacher Mafuyu, rest up for now. When you're back on your feet, I'll show you how to handle this supernatural stuff."

Seeing her still dazed, Yuto figured that was the best he could offer. From what he could tell, she didn't have sorcerer potential but might make a decent mage. 

'If she wants, why not let her become a magician?'

He shut the door and returned to his house, closing out a restless night.

..........

"Is this your home, Master?"

The moment they stepped inside, Yukino Mifuyu materialized, glancing around with wide-eyed curiosity. She'd left the monster clan because she craved the human world's buzz. Even now, tied to Yuto, that spark hadn't faded.

"Yes, now this is your home now too."

Yuto dropped his bag, slipped into slippers, and scooped up Mr. Pan as the kitten bolted from the corner. Boosted by a morning dose of magic, the little guy was full of energy.

"Oh, what a cute little thing!"

Yukino's eyes lit up as she reached to pat Mr. Pan's fluffy head. But the kitten shrank back into Yuto's arms, trembling at her chilly vibe.

Sigh… Ó╭╮Ò

Her face fell. "I…..what's wrong with me? Even a kitten doesn't want to get close to me, wuwu"

"Yukino…..uh, he is just little shy around strangers"

Yuto coughed..

"Anyway, since you're my maid, there's stuff you'll need to handle."

"First, you're on daily house cleaning duty."

The blue-haired beauty nodded, all obedience.

"Second, as the ring spirit, you've got physical needs. As your master, I'll take care of them."

"Thank you, Master..."

Her pale cheeks bloomed pink, her soft voice carrying a hint of charm. His bluntness warmed her like honey. 'What a stroke of luck, such a kind, thoughtful master~'

Time flew. After a quick dinner and tucking the clingy Mr. Pan into his bed, Yuto changed into a loose robe with Yukino Fuyumi's help and trailed her to the steamy bathroom.

"Master, let me help you undress."

In a simple white robe, Yukino Fuyumi had the air of an ancient European noble lady. Yuto let her cool, smooth fingers brush his chest. Soon, he was in the oversized tub—big enough for half a dozen people.

Swallowing her nerves, Yukino undressed and stepped in, her long, snowy legs catching his eye. In the hot tub Yukino's face looked more charming, her tall frame and flowing blue hair like something out of a dream. 

The warm water hugged her figure, her hair spilling over her hips in a quiet, graceful cascade. Yuto pulled her light, soft body close, delicate as a snowflake.

"Yukino, you ready?"

"Yes, Master. I'm yours, please do as you wish."

She bit her lip, shy but willing. In that moment, her icy heart seemed to melt into the heat. Funny thing was, even a snow woman could turn to warm water.

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