Case 59: Himeko’s feelings.
In Moeka's eyes, Haruno Himeko was an endearing girl. Though the time they had spent together was short, Moeka's impression of her was nothing but positive. Himeko was innocent, cheerful, and she always followed her like a loyal puppy—exactly the type of person Moeka was comfortable around.
And... when Moeka discovered the girl's utmost love for her, it would be a lie to say she did not feel any flutter.
Objectively, Himeko was attractive. Her cool, refreshing ladylike vibe frequently stole hearts from her surroundings. If Moeka had not been with Fumiko first, she would have probably fallen hard for the golden retriever.
And yet, circumstances on top of circumstances... now, Moeka was in a position where she might be accepting Himeko as her second girlfriend.
''What's the matter, Moeka?''
''...''
Looking into the junior's naive blue eyes, like fresh morning ocean waves, Moeka lamented—how did a girl this pure get tangled in such a mess...?
Nonetheless, Moeka was determined to see this through to the end. She had always considered herself a clear-cut kind of woman, and if possible, she preferred to resolve matters directly and swiftly. With relationship problems, the answer could not be anything but communication.
Clearing her throat, Moeka approached Himeko. Perhaps a hint of nervousness could be read from the Omega's expression, but Himeko herself unconsciously tensed up, too.
Now face-to-face, with less than a foot of distance away from one another, Moeka spoke, ''Himeko... do you like me?'' She asked, seeming somewhat embarrassed.
The Alpha's whole body jolted. Both from those sudden words... and the faint, intoxicatingly sweet scent wafting over. As she chewed over the true intentions of Moeka's inquiry, her pheromones also shyly acted up. Both met and swirled inside the modest room, creating an unsettling yet candid mood.
While Moeka fidgeted, anticipating an answer she had already known, a million thoughts ran inside Himeko's head.
'Why did she suddenly ask me...?'
'Did she fall for me after yesterday's deed?!'
'No, maybe she's bringing it up to reject me...'
In the end, she could only grit her nerves and replied with another question, ''...Do you mean romantically?''
''Yes.'' Moeka nodded.
Not knowing the other side's true intentions, Himeko could only choose to charge straight ahead. After all, if she stepped back now, she might just lose her chance forever.
Grasping Moeka's hands, Himeko closed the distance further, gently nesting the Omega in her embrace, ''I... like you—no, I love you, Moeka.'' She admitted.
Himeko felt the person in her arms tremble lightly. Despite the Alpha's past bold attempts at expressing her love, it seemed hearing it directly still made quite an impact. Such a response also put Himeko under immense suspense, partly expecting a pleasant surprise, partly fearing a denial.
After a short while, Moeka lifted her gaze, meeting Himeko's, ''Then... I have a story to tell you.''
One by one, Moeka began telling Himeko what she had been wrestling over regarding their relationship and Fumiko's thoughts on the matter. Knowing how infatuated Himeko was with her and their continuing physical connection, Moeka did not want to leave the junior's feelings unanswered.
Hearing Moeka's explanation, Himeko's heart pounded wildly. On the one hand, she was overjoyed at the chance to finally let her love blossom. The heavy, almost possessive attachment to Moeka inside her, which had only grown as time passed, desperately needed to be satiated.
Yet, Himeko also knew what this transition might mean. Even though the two had just shared a bed hours earlier, and Moeka had become comfortable with her showing affection, if Himeko fumbled this chance, their romantic endeavor might just be thoroughly ruined.
And at last, the hurdles Himeko had been expecting came right from Moeka's mouth, ''So... here's what I'm thinking.'' The Omega said cautiously, ''I don't hate you either, Himeko. But I still love Miko with everything I have. I can't bear to leave her.''
Himeko's heart sank at her senior's words. As her body tensed up again, Moeka quickly continued, ''So... if Himeko is fine with being my ...second girlfriend, maybe we could make this work out.''
''Huh?'' The blonde let out a dumbfounded noise.
'Such a thing was actually possible...??' She thought.
Of course, Himeko knew about polyamory, and she knew from Moeka's own words that the senior was also considering those possibilities, though she could have never expected this devoted Omega to suggest it first.
''What's your answer?'' Moeka interrupted Himeko's train of thought, seeming quite nervous herself.
''...''
For the Alpha, swallowing her pride to claim Moeka's second place would greatly upset the possessive instincts inside her. Merely imagining it felt utterly humiliating and frustrating. Yet, Himeko also realized Moeka could never be hers alone. This Omega was a rare gem, captivating and enchanting, like a vibrant flower whose intoxicating nectar drew in all who ventured near. Before long, others would flock to her.
Beyond all of it... Himeko's love came out on top. From the inside out, she only wanted to hold Moeka and become someone special to her love.
So, her answer was set.
''Eh—''
Pushing Moeka down the bed, Himeko kissed the Omega on her lips. Pouring every ounce of her bottled feelings into the act, she clamped down on Moeka with force, soon putting her tongue in boldly. Reminiscent of yesterday's rendezvous, the two tangled intimately, sharing body heat through skin touching skin while they exchanged breaths.
After a drawn-out kiss that left both gasping, Himeko propped herself up, still cornering Moeka, still staring at the woman with an utmost gaze, ''This is my answer, Moeka,'' She whispered.
Before the Omega, whose face was thoroughly flushed, could form a word to reply, Himeko quickly closed in and kissed her again, this time just as passionately. Before long, Moeka was truly kissed breathless.
The change in the Alpha's mood was abrupt. Now, given another step or two, she would actually devour Moeka again without hesitation! No, in fact, her naughty hand was already prying under her shirt...!
''W-Wait!'' Moeka desperately pushed the girl back, ''There's a condition!''
''...What is it?'' A glint of displeasure flashed in Himeko's eyes.
Moeka felt her back a little cold receiving it, though she took a deep breath and firmly said, ''...I never said I would accept you right away. I... I don't want to do this behind Miko's back. I want you to convince her, Himeko.''
''...''
Having been rejected right before tasting the sweet fruit, and most of all, having her dignity as an Alpha scratched, Himeko frowned. The fire in her heart was burning hotter than ever. Now, not a shred of the innocent junior seemed to be present. Coupled with her naturally sharp features, it made for quite an intimidating impression.
Moeka, puncturing through her instinctual fear, added, ''Convince me as well, Himeko. Make me fall for you.'' She said, ''Then... I'll be yours.''
An admission that even with everything the two did, Moeka had not fallen for Himeko.
At this point, the Alpha's eyes were colder than ice, wet with viscous discontent and anger. Her pheromones moved accordingly, writhing around the woman who spewed arrogant words, coiling and trapping her in place.
Yet, in the end, only a radiant smile remained on Himeko's face, ''...Alright.'' She said, ''I'll do it. I'll make you mine.''
Despite reaching an agreement, Moeka was still quite tense. The main cause... Himeko.
'Her eyes aren't smiling...'
And, as if to answer her suspicion, the Alpha lunged at her the next second, as if a predator clamping on its prey.
''Mhmph...!''
Despite her pleas, Moeka was thoroughly ravished the whole afternoon.