Chapter 16: First Time in Warnath (1)(**)
Hiro and Tara stepped into the modestly sized room, its pale yellow candlelight casting a warm glow across the space. The door was merely a piece of cloth, lifted aside for anyone to enter.
Inside, a luxurious double bed fit for a noble rested against the right wall. The room was otherwise bare, with no other furniture in sight.
Hiro's current gold balance stood at 40. Less than a day had passed, and already more than half the gold he had begun with had been spent at the stone tablet shop.
After stepping inside, Tara spoke in a tone mixed with embarrassment and seriousness, "My Lord, can you please be more subtle about things like this in the futur—"
She didn't get the chance to finish her sentence, however.
Hiro grabbed her hand and pulled her firmly onto the bed. Her words died in her throat as she found herself seated on the edge, gazing at the extremely handsome Hiro standing before her.
Hiro's lips curved into a meaningful smirk.
Gulp.
Tara's nervousness and anticipation heightening with every passing moment.
Hiro stepped closer, placing his right knee on the bed.
He stroked her hair in one slow, deliberate motion, his hand sliding to the back of her head. Then, his hand settled on her nape, his thumb gently lifting her chin.