Asmodeus held Yumiko tight while stroking her back. Her warm tears dripped down his chest as she nuzzled against him. He could only keep quiet, watching her with a faint smile as the surroundings celebrated their marriage.
"Are you alright?"
"Mm, it's just that you took me by surprised."
She glanced up at him, with wet eyes and messy makeup. Asmodeus cupped her cheek, brushing the remaining tears with his thumb. "Were you that happy, about it?" He curled his lips while leaning his forehead against hers.
"Very!"
The music lowered, awaiting the next piece as Asmodeus lifted his hand as if to delay it. He gazed into Yumiko's eyes, images of their time together flashing through his mind. Asmodeus first learned about love with Yumiko and Erika. Of all the people he owed for his current state, it was those two, followed by Serena.
"I love you, Sakurai Yumiko."
His expression faded as he leaned closer, pressing his lips against hers. His tongue slipped inside, pushing them apart.
