Chapter 4 – Confession and Curse
She looked like sin draped in silk. And I was the curse her system tried to forget.
I didn't sleep.
Not after what happened in the bath. Not after her lips brushed my cheek and the system gave me Intimate status like it was a reward for surviving a war.
I paced the chamber until sunrise, trying to breathe through the chaos in my chest.
[New Quest Active: Survive the Royal Court]
(Reminder: Charm overload imminent. Avoid public erections.)
I nearly threw a pillow at the system screen.
The door opened.
No knock. No guards.
Queen Celestia walked in alone.
This time in full regalia—tight corset, flowing dark crimson gown with golden embroidery that curved like flames up her thighs and over her hips. Her cloak hugged her like a royal second skin. Every step she took made the air smell of roses and regret.