The Guide Played Her Role as a Stand-in a Little Too Well - Chapter 28
While I was still reeling from shock, Hedonia swiftly drank the blood and wiped his mouth with a handkerchief.
Seeing his lips slightly stained with blood made him seem almost like a vampire.
After setting down the handkerchief, Hedonia strode towards me.
Despite the fact that his awakening pain hadn’t fully healed and pain was still present, his actions were bold.
‘I wonder if he’s really the same person I first met.’
It might be natural, as he’s overcoming the awakening pain and gradually forming plans for the future.
“The easiest thing is holding hands. Something you’ve been continuing to do.”
With those words, Hedonia grasped my wrist.
Even though there was hardly any flesh on it, just bones, his demeanor already seemed manly.
The thought of what he might look like in the future if he’s like this now made me curious.
‘If I don’t focus properly, Hedonia will get angry again.’
Remembering the time I was scolded by Hedonia for being distracted, I widened my eyes.
“Though it’s more effective than non-contact guiding, using hands is not really the best choice either.”
“Why is that?”
“Your guiding ability is deeply connected to the condition of your body and the space where you can release your energy, namely your lips. The body parts like hands touch through the skin, right?”
“So, the space on my body that can have the deepest contact with others is the most effective for guiding.”
As I repeated his words as if to digest them, Hedonia looked at me with a face that seemed to find me unexpectedly astute.
‘How stupid must I have looked to you?’
I asked, feeling wronged, but Hedonia continued as if uninterested.
“Right, the closer the contact between an Esper and a guide, the more the guiding ability is maximized.”
Hedonia’s golden eyes, as he spoke, felt as hot as the summer sun.
It wasn’t just because of Hedonia’s face.
It wasn’t that only kissing came to mind as the deepest method of contact with others.
“Intercourse is also possible.”
My face flushed not because I was ignorant about sexual relations but because it was a topic I hadn’t anticipated discussing with Hedonia.
“I can see exactly what you’re thinking. I can’t lie.”
At Hedonia’s words, I gasped and covered my face with my hands.
“This isn’t because I’m perverted. It just naturally came to mind.”
“I didn’t say anything.”
It’s like a thief getting cold feet, I unnecessarily spoke up first.
With a shrug, Hedonia perched on the front edge of the sofa where I was sitting.
The gentleman, elegantly crossing his legs, spoke in a clear, scholar-like voice.
“In fact, sexual activity is the best method. It allows the guide to use their abilities with minimal expenditure while providing an opportunity to heal the Esper.”
Hedonia’s gaze softly rested on me.
“But sleeping with every Esper would practically be difficult.”
“Why?”
I hadn’t even considered sleeping with all the Espers, but his statement suddenly made me curious about Hedonia’s conclusion.
Why did he come to such a conclusion?
Honestly, it’s a bit unfair.
“Why did you think I wouldn’t be able to sleep with all the Espers?”
Did he have a premonition that they wouldn’t agree to it?
Suddenly, a sense of rebellion surged within me.
Was it an unexpected question? Hedonia blinked.
Ha, chuckling, Hedonia crossed his arms and muttered.
“Because your stamina wouldn’t be able to handle it.”
“What?”
I hadn’t expected that response.
I was truly taken aback by the unexpected revelation.
“I may not know your sexual preferences, but Espers like Esban and Pheon, and even someone of the same gender like Shaelock, are recognized in the country for their physical prowess and strength.”
“……”
“Even among fellow Espers, it’s a well-known fact that this extends to the bedroom. I’ve heard it from nobles and the Duke.”
…I was mentally foggy from the unexpected TMI.
On top of rapidly blushing, my bewildered eyes wandered aimlessly, unable to properly focus on Hedonia and inadvertently shifting to the wall behind him.
I closed my eyes tightly in an effort to regain my focus.
“There’s also a saying that an Esper’s abilities are intertwined with their sexual desires.”
“I see, well…”
“An Esper with exceptional abilities could go on for days.”
Contrary to his usual dignified demeanor, continuing with such low-grade remarks must have been amusing for him, no doubt intended to tease me.
How did I know?
Even with my eyes closed, I could sense a hint of laughter mixed in with Hedonia’s voice.
“Understood…”
I responded, feeling distant and disconnected.
I dug my own grave. I should have just stayed quiet.
Exhaling a sigh, I opened my eyes.
Sure enough, Hedonia, with a faint smirk, brushed back his radiant platinum hair and stared at me.
“But kissing doesn’t require as much stamina as intercourse.”
Closing the distance in an instant, he lowered his head and locked eyes with me.
“So, give it a try.”
And with a tilt of his chin, he leaned in, pressing his lips against mine.
“Kiss,”
he murmured softly.