Chapter 242: You are Sexy
After Shinobu dropped us off at the Butterfly Mansion, she quickly left, claiming she had some pressing matters to attend to. Her departure left me alone with Shalltear, Lupusregina, and Yuki.
While the two former were as composed as ever, I couldn't shake the feeling that Shalltear had something less professional on her mind. The subtle smirk on her lips and the way she kept glancing my way suggested she was ready to get "freaky" in the bed, as they say.
But now was not the time for that. There were more pressing matters to address, particularly with Yuki.
Yuki, my newly turned vampire bride, hadn't said much since her transformation. Her eyes lingered on me with a mixture of curiosity, awe, and confusion. I didn't need to use any spell or ability to sense what she was thinking. Our bond as master and bride gave me a direct link to her thoughts, and her mind was buzzing with questions.
Who are you really? Where are you from? What does it mean to be a vampire? What's my purpose now?
Her questions were valid, and I'd been putting off answering them long enough. This was as good a time as any to clear the air.
"Yuki," I said, turning to face her. "Let's sit down. I believe you have a lot of questions for me, and it's time I answer them."
Yuki hesitated, her wide eyes betraying both excitement and apprehension. She nodded and followed me to the wooden veranda overlooking the garden. Shalltear and Lupusregina remained behind, giving us some privacy. I could feel Shalltear's amused gaze on my back, but she didn't intervene. For now, at least.
Once seated, I leaned back slightly, resting my arms on the wooden rail. Yuki fidgeted beside me, unsure of where to start. Her emotions flitted through our bond like a whirlwind: confusion, fear, curiosity, and an undeniable pull toward me that she didn't yet fully understand.