In Chie's bedchamber, she sat upright on the edge of the bed.
Before opening the door, Shun's mind flashed with memories of Chie.
In the original story, she was a complete tragedy. To escape Kirigakure's Blood Mist policy, she married a civilian. Because her child, Haku, awakened Ice Release, he was discovered by his father. As a result, her husband, along with the villagers, beat Chie to death.
And Haku, in fear and despair, unleashed his Ice Release, killing his father and the attacking villagers, becoming an orphan.
'She would rather be beaten to death than think of resisting or retaliating.'
Shun's eyes darkened slightly, with a hint of pity.
He had married Chie for three reasons:
First, pity for her fate - she shouldn't have died so tragically.
Second, coveting her Kekkei Genkai - the power of Ice Release.
Third, liking her beauty - Haku's stunning, gender-ambiguous beauty was inherited from her.
He gently pushed open the door. Chie was like a startled deer, a flicker of panic in her eyes.
"Husband... Great Lord..." She hastily stood up, almost tripping over her wedding dress.
Shun smiled slightly, closing the doors and windows, shutting out the outside noise.
"Chie, are you hungry?"
His voice was gentle, unlike a ruthless lord, but rather as kind as a lovely neighbor.
He walked to the table and gently opened the food box. Inside were exquisite pastries and a steaming bowl of soup.
Chie stared at him, seemingly unable to believe that Shun would personally prepare food for her.
She whispered, "I... I'm not hungry."
But her stomach, at that moment, uncooperatively rumbled.
Shun chuckled softly, reached out and gently took her wrist, leading her to the table.
"You are my concubine now. In front of me, there's no need to be reserved. Eat, warm yourself up."
He personally served her a bowl of soup and handed it to her.
Chie cautiously took a bite, it was soft, smooth, and slightly sweet. Her eyes gradually welled up. In all her life, no one had ever treated her so gently.
Shun looked at her, gently wiping away the tears from the corners of her eyes. "From now on, I will protect you."
Chie nodded slightly, her heart full of gratitude.
After the meal, Shun poured two cups of warm wine and handed one to her.
"It's time for the nuptial cup. Your hands are a bit cold, drink a little more to warm yourself up."
Chie took the wine cup with both hands, her fingertips trembling slightly.
They crossed arms and drank the wine.
The warm wine flowed down her throat, and a blush crept onto her cheeks.
Shun took her hand and led her to the bed. Chie's heart pounded like a drum with nervousness. She kept her head down, not daring to look into his eyes.
Shun gently cupped her chin, making her look up, his gaze soft and affectionate.
"Chie, don't be afraid."
Chie took a deep breath and said, "I will strive to be a qualified wife and not let down my husband's affection."
Shun slowly leaned in and gently kissed her lips. Chie's body trembled, but she didn't pull away. She slowly closed her eyes, responding to the kiss.
When they separated, Chie's eyes were filled with shyness and affection.
Shun gently lifted her onto the bed, embracing her tenderly.
Outside the window, moonlight like water spilled into the room.
In this quiet night, Chie, amidst happiness and shyness, completed the marital rites with Shun.
[Ding, Host and Partner: Yuki Chie have completed an intimate act. You have gained Ice Release (Elementary), Chakra cap +5.]
[Ding, Partner: Yuki Chie's favorability has reached 100%. Congratulations, Host, you have gained Skill Fusion count +1.]
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Shun stood on the veranda, the moonlight stretching his shadow long.
He raised a hand to loosen his collar. The faint scent of Chie's hair still lingered at the neckline of his dark blue kimono.
"Your Highness, would you like some hangover tea prepared?" A servant on the veranda asked in a low voice.
Shun waved his hand. "No need."
As an experienced man, he was too familiar with this state of his body.
Thanks to Sage Body's boost, his vitality was many times more vigorous than that of an ordinary person.
Ami and Chie were both first-timers. Their delicate nature made him feel pity, but it also prevented him from fully enjoying himself.
Shun was a bit impatient, so he walked very quickly.
When the carved wooden door of Mikoto's bedchamber was pushed open, it brought with it a subtle gust of wind.
"Shun-sama, you… how…" Mikoto's voice was very soft, as if she was resisting something.
Shun closed the door behind him, the click of the wooden latch exceptionally clear in the silent room.
"Mikoto, were you thinking of me too?"
As the door closed, Mikoto unconsciously clutched the hem of her wedding dress, outlining her mature and graceful figure.
Seeing her small action, Shun's throat bobbed. That suppressed heat was instantly ignited, becoming even more intense.
Mikoto was once Fugaku's wife, this special status made his blood boil even more. She used to be someone else's wife. And now, she was his wife.
"Your Highness…" Mikoto lowered her head slightly, her voice soft and restrained.
"Mikoto, call me husband." He slowly approached her, his voice deep, carrying an irresistible command.
Mikoto's eyelashes trembled slightly. She had seen the same light in Fugaku's eyes, that was a man's most primal desire.
Seeing that look, her heart felt a little nervous, hesitant, shy, and even a hint of vague anticipation.
Shun took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing the surging desire within him, and sat down in front of her. He picked up the nuptial wine on the table and handed her a cup.
"According to tradition, we should drink the cross-cup wine."
Mikoto nodded, her slender fingers taking the wine cup, intertwining her arm with his, and tilting her head back to drink it all. The wine slid down her throat, warm and spicy. It brought a faint blush to her fair cheeks.
As soon as the wine cup was put down, Shun could no longer hold back and pulled her into his embrace.
"Ah… husband…" She cried out, her body forced against his firm chest, already held tightly in his arms.
Mikoto could clearly feel his body heat radiating through his clothes, almost scorching.
Mikoto's scream stimulated Shun's nerves, making him even more excited.
With a long-suppressed desire that was almost bursting, he said, "Mikoto, I can't wait, I love you."
Mikoto's heart raced, she could feel his scorching body temperature.
"Husband… let go of me first…" She tried to struggle, but he held her even tighter.
His lips pressed close to her ear, his hot breath brushing against her sensitive skin. "No. Mikoto, you can't escape."
Before he finished speaking, he had already lowered his head and kissed her lips, forceful and domineering, allowing no refusal.
"Husband… you…"
Mikoto was a little flustered, her hands against his chest, but he embraced her even more tightly.
He lowered his head, his hot breath spraying at her ear. "Mikoto, do you know? I've waited a long time for this day."
Mikoto's heart raced, and her ears felt hot. Shun's fingers stroked her cheek, sliding down her neck.
He kissed her again, and his hands also began to wander.
Mikoto subconsciously tried to cover herself, but he seized her wrists and pinned them above her head.
Shun's voice was hoarse. "Mikoto, tonight, you are mine."
This kiss was even more domineering, even more irresistible.
Mikoto's breathing gradually became erratic, her fingertips digging deep into his back. This was a feeling she had never experienced before.
"Shun…!" She finally couldn't help but call out his name, her voice trembling with a hint of a sob.
[Ding, the Host and Partner: Mikoto have completed an intimate act. Mangekyo Sharingan experience +50, Chakra cap +3.]
[Ding, Partner: Mikoto's favorability has reached 100%. Congratulations, you have gained Skill Fusion count +1.]
Hearing the system's prompt, Shun smiled triumphantly, then kissed away the tears at the corner of her eye.
"This is just the beginning. Tonight is destined to be long."
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A while later, within the bedchamber, a faint scent of intertwined passion permeated the air.
Mikoto was panting softly, her fair skin glowing with a rosy hue, and the wisps of hair on her forehead were damp with sweat.
Shun lay on his side beside her, propped on his arm, his fingertips twirling a strand of her dark purple hair. He leaned down and gently kissed her flushed earlobe, his deep voice carrying an unfulfilled desire.
"Mikoto, I want more."
"Husband…"
Mikoto subconsciously clutched the brocade quilt, her voice tinged with a hint of panic.
The recent experience had already left her completely weak.
She looked up into her husband's burning eyes, the desire swirling within them made her heart suddenly race.
Shun took her wrist and kissed the back of her hand. "This time, I will let you experience something different."
Mikoto's breathing became a little rapid. She had received strict training since childhood, and her physical fitness was naturally excellent. But in front of this man, she found herself extremely vulnerable.
The atmosphere in the room grew increasingly ambiguous, making one blush a little.
A while later, Mikoto was exhausted again and collapsed in Shun's arms.
[Ding, the Host and Partner: Mikoto have completed an intimate act. Mangekyo Sharingan experience +50, Chakra cap +3.]
Shun gently kissed away the tears at the corner of her eye.
Outside the bedchamber, the morning star had just risen.
Mikoto buried her face in his neck, her every breath filled with his scent. A new fervent emotion was taking root in her heart.
When she looked up again, her eyes reflected Shun's face, without an ounce of hesitation or uncertainty.