Noticing the situation, Meiling remained silent, allowing Kars to continue as he pleased. After all, she had just told him he could touch her however he liked, and this was something she genuinely desired.
Just as Meiling was enjoying the moment, Sakuya's voice came from behind them.
"Young Master Kars, breakfast is ready."
Sakuya's sudden appearance startled Meiling, who immediately became nervous due to their current position.
However, Sakuya glanced at the situation and didn't seem concerned, or rather, she didn't consider it important. Whatever Kars chose to do, her only choice was to support him, from beginning to end.
"Oh, I forgot it was time to eat." He had almost forgotten about breakfast because he was enjoying touching Meiling's buttocks too much.
"Well, Meiling, I'm going to eat now!"
"Mhm." Meiling watched Kars leave. Although the intimacy didn't last long, it was enough to satisfy her somewhat and keep her from being depressed anymore.
After a pleasant morning exercise session, Meiling returned to her usual routine of leaning against the wall and napping.
"This kind of life is truly enjoyable…"
Kars returned to the dining table and began eating his breakfast. Sakuya stood silently by, observing. When Kars finished and reached for the napkin to wipe his mouth, he found the usual spot empty. Kars looked at Sakuya, surprised. This was practically impossible in the mansion, given Sakuya's meticulousness; she wouldn't allow even a minor lapse in her duties.
"Sakuya, where is the napkin? Did we run out?"
"No. It's because there is now a better substitute for the napkin, so I decided it wasn't necessary to prepare one anymore."
"A better substitute?" Kars looked at the table. He couldn't see any better alternative.
"Pardon my presumption, Young Master Kars." Sakuya stepped forward, cupped Kars's face, and kissed his mouth, which had residual food juices. She used her tongue to clean his lips thoroughly.
"So… so that's the substitute?" Kars involuntarily licked the lips Sakuya had just cleaned, surprised by the method of substitution.
"Yes." Sakuya nodded. "Engaging in similar activities more often in daily life will allow me to practice and eventually allow for normal intimate contact with you, Young Master Kars, without relying on magic."
"Hmm, if you think you can manage it, then go ahead. Even though we have the magic, I won't stop you if you wish to continue overcoming this issue." Kars had no objection to Sakuya's idea and nodded in agreement.
Sakuya's lips curved into a smile. She bowed slightly to Kars, happy that this would give her many opportunities for interaction in her daily routine.
"But Meiling also seems to have something going on." While clearing the dishes, Sakuya couldn't help but think about Meiling's situation. Young Master Kars had slipped both hands inside Meiling's qipao skirt. Clearly, something was happening, and it seemed she, too, had changed a little without Sakuya's knowledge.
However, Sakuya didn't have any strong feelings about this. This matter was outside the scope of her responsibilities. In fact, she thought it was a good thing; if Meiling was also willing to bear a child for the Scarlet family, it would be a very happy development.
"Perhaps I should help her a little?" Considering Meiling's shy personality, Sakuya wondered about offering assistance, but then shook her head. She decided it wasn't necessary for her to worry. Based on what she had seen, Young Master Kars could handle Meiling entirely by himself.
Besides, instead of worrying about Meiling, she should focus on when she could start sharing Kars's bed. However, that wouldn't be easy, as both the Lady and the Second Lady slept with Young Master Kars every night, leaving no need for her services.
This frustrated Sakuya. She didn't know when the Lady would decide to allow it. Once decided, she would naturally be able to serve him in bed, and she would likely continue to do so until she became pregnant.
Fantasizing like this, Sakuya felt an internal excitement. That kind of life was truly desirable and longed for.
"It's probably time to talk to Remilia." In the Great Library, Patchouli closed the book she was holding. Given Kars's current level of development, and the frequency of his recent intimate activities with others, the time was ripe for him to officially graduate into adulthood. However, she needed to discuss this with Remilia. While it might not have been necessary before, under the current circumstances, she had to inform Remilia and see if she would allow Kars's "graduation examination" to take place with her.
If Remilia agreed, it would be the best outcome. If not, she could only reluctantly accept and wait for the next opportunity to initiate the activity with Kars.
"Is it finally time to begin, Lady Patchouli?" Koakuma was already excited. Enduring for so many days since the last time had been difficult for her. Hearing that it was finally time to begin, Koakuma licked her lips, her drool almost uncontrollable.
"Even if it is time, it won't be your turn immediately." Patchouli's words instantly froze Koakuma's expression. It was true. Even if Kars was ready, she wouldn't be the first to "taste" him. The choices would undoubtedly be between Lady Remilia and Lady Patchouli. Only after they were done would it potentially be her turn.
Koakuma sighed and lowered her head, utterly disheartened. It seemed she would have to continue waiting.
When Patchouli calculated that it was roughly Remilia's wake-up time, she left the Great Library and approached Remilia, who was already in the main hall.
"Remilia, I want to discuss Kars's coming-of-age and graduation."
Remilia, who was drinking tea, paused her movement. Sakuya also turned to look at Patchouli, clearly surprised to hear the long-awaited topic mentioned today.
"Alright. It is indeed about time we let Kars experience that."