Side Story – First Experience (14) End

“Ugh….”

I stretched lightly under the sunlight streaming through the window.

“…Ghk.”

A throbbing pain surged from my lower back and below.

“Why does it still feel sore down there?”

My physical fatigue should have completely recovered by now. Maybe mental fatigue remained.

‘Well, we did it about twice as much as usual.’

Perhaps stimulating Teo with some lingering resentment during training worked too well – this sex session was more passionate than any night we’d shared in recent months.

He’d even acted mercilessly due to the crisis of nearly losing our initial bet.

Of course, I never intended to win that bet from the start.

‘But it’s no fun just letting him win every time.’

Hoho, seeing Teo flustered by unexpected attacks was quite entertaining.

At first, I tried not to completely collapse from pleasure.

Sex was merely a useful tool to erase unwanted memories. As a former “Hero,” I believed I couldn’t possibly succumb to mere sexual pleasure.

‘Well, that didn’t take long to crumble.’

But even after starting to enjoy sex, I maintained that attitude.

‘Because I knew it would bring greater pleasure that way.’

Men get excited by women who show fighting spirit and want to break them down completely.

Having once been male myself, I understand their psychology.

As I tried to leave the bed, my eyes fell on Teo sleeping soundly beside me.

-Rustle.

I gently played with Teo’s black hair.

“You look like such a baby like this.”

Though he becomes a beast relentlessly devouring me at night, traces of his innocent self remain when asleep.

‘He used to be cute back then.’

Of course… I bear most responsibility for how things turned out.

After that absurd incident where a former Hero got kidnapped by a back alley organization, Teo completely transformed into a beast-like man.

I naturally expected our relationship would change dramatically.

The problem was it far exceeded my expectations of “something vaguely resembling lovers.”

‘I think I couldn’t even leave the house for the first week.’

Though his actions crossed lines, knowing it was my fault, I accommodated Teo’s demands as much as possible. This became a greater catalyst, making Teo unleash all his pent-up desires on me.

-Pl-please, just let me rest a little. At least let me eat lunch, no, just some water…
-You still seem unsatisfied. I’ll make sure you’re no longer hungry.
-Stop talking nonsensㅡAhhk!

Hmm… I suppose neither of us was in our right minds.

Honestly, had we stopped immediately after leaving the brothel, there might have been hope for normalcy.

But with our relationship like this, there’s no turning back now.

A Hero. Someone who saved countless people and nations, ultimately succeeding in killing the Demon King.

Now that person gets fucked by her disciple every night while moaning “Master.”

“Haha…”

A strange feeling overcame me, drawing a hollow laugh.

‘I wonder how those who knew me would react seeing me now.’

Turning into a woman was shocking enough, but seeing what I’ve done in this body might make them faint.

If this was what that damn Demon King wanted when he self-destructed, I’d tell him it’s a grand success.

“Huu… Alright. Time to prepare.”

Setting aside distracting thoughts, I needed to get ready.

Regrettably, it was time to part ways with Teo for now. Life has meetings and partings.

I carefully rose from bed trying not to wake Teo.

-Thud.

“Nuna.”

“…You were awake?”

“I suspected… but you really were leaving.”

“You knew.”

Of course Teo had noticed. Seeing me pack yesterday must have tipped him off.

“You suddenly packed your bags. And I’ve seen you going out frequently lately.”

“Right. I finally found crucial clues. Need to leave immediately.”

“You’ve said for months you might have to leave soon. But this sudden…”

Teo looked like his mind was suddenly overwhelmed.

‘…Sorry.’

Guilt washed over me about this situation.

I didn’t want to leave abruptly either.

But I couldn’t let this hard-won lead slip away.

‘I meant to explain everything after packing last night.’

But Teo unexpectedly came to my room demanding that.

Ultimately, rather than disrupting the mood, I chose to spend the night as he wanted.

“Sorry. But we discussed this before.”

“I wondered what it was about but never asked. Thought you’d tell me when the time came. Can’t you tell me now?”

“Sorry I can’t explain details. This… concerns world peace.”

Truthfully, this plan stems more from personal desire.

But since world peace lies at its conclusion, it’s not entirely false.

“World peace…?”

Teo frowned, clearly not understanding.

“World peace. Fine. But why must you handle such an enormous matter? The Demon King was slain by the Hero, and demons retreated to the demon realm.”

“I’m deeply involved. And it’s something only I can finish.”

Well… maybe not anymore. Having lost the Hero’s power, I likely have no obligation.

“Ha…”

My attitude seemed to frustrate him as silence fell between us.

“Then I’ll come with you.”

“No.”

“…Hah.”

My immediate refusal made Teo look slightly angry.

“Why? Because I’m weak?”

“Yes. You’ll die if you follow.”

For travel, monster hunting, or dungeon exploration, I’d naturally bring Teo.

But this involves “demons.” Any matter concerning them is dangerous regardless of strength.

I couldn’t guarantee Teo’s safety executing this plan where even my own success is uncertain.

Moreover… Teo’s presence would derail the plan from the start.

“…You’re cruel.”

Teo got up and strode toward me.

“I knew you’d leave someday. Knew I wasn’t enough to keep you forever.”

-Thud.

He stopped one step away.

“Nuna Rena has the lewdest body of any woman I’ve met. You come from one finger thrust, and though you act proud, you collapse instantly when sex starts.”

“Uh… *cough*…”

Basically calling me a sex-crazed woman…

Hearing this outright is embarrassing.

“Yet I know you feel no love for me. You indulge my requests out of ‘guilt’ or ‘pity’ for a pathetic kid. Of course you’ll whisper love when I ask at night, but that’s meaningless.”

“…”

I couldn’t refute anything. Teo was right.

“Still, I hoped physical love would naturally bring emotional connection. Seems that hope was vain.”

“That’s truly unavoidable. I’m incapable of proper ‘love’ with anyone.”

I knew how Teo felt about me. That’s why I couldn’t accept him.

Though laughable coming from someone who’s slept with countless men in a woman’s body, I’ve never felt romantic love for any man.

Nor can I reveal my past as male.

I might have told him before crossing this line. But after doing every unspeakable thing beyond mere physical relations…

‘…Absolutely can’t tell.’

I can’t even imagine the reaction.

“Ha… I won’t pry about the reason. You must have past secrets you can’t share.”

I waited quietly as Teo massaged his temples, deep in thought.

“…Will you return here when it’s over?”

“Yes. But can’t promise. Don’t know how long it’ll take or how things will end.”

If all goes according to plan, no major issues. But things rarely go perfectly in life.

Can only pray for a good outcome.

“Well, fine. It’s okay if you don’t return.”

“Okay… if I don’t?”

I understood him not stopping me, but saying it’s okay if I never return was unexpected.

Was he cutting ties completely…

“Rena.”

“Huhk?!”

Sudden hands pulled my face toward Teo. He held my cheeks, locking eyes.

Teo’s black pupils stared at me intently.

“I have a simple solution. I’ll become someone worthy of you and find you.

“Teo, sorry but I told you. It’s really dangerouㅡ Mph!”

Teo’s palm covered my mouth.

“Just proceed with your plan. I’ll find you myself. Kingdom, battlefield, demon realm – anywhere in this world.”

“…”

…That’s slightly terrifying.

The declaration to find me anywhere is touching, yet the underlying obsession gives me chills.

I worry if Teo’s feelings have twisted dangerously.

“Truthfully, I might not understand my own feelings. Whether I truly love you or just crave physical pleasure. Still… wanting to be with you remains.”

“Teo. Just as there are meetings, partings must come someday.”

Teo is a good disciple – no, an exceptional man exceeding expectations. But I can’t spend my life bound to him. Unfinished business remains.

Moreover, my sexual preferences are completely ruined.

Having discovered new happiness and become addicted, I’m fated to keep pursuing fresh, different pleasures.

“Disciple relationship, guardian, or sex partner. All possible. But… expecting more will only disappoint you.”

“We’ll see about that.”

“…Fine. If that’s your will, I won’t stop you further.”

If Teo feels this strongly, there’s no point in dissuading him.

The last thing I could do wasㅡ

-Grab.

“Teo.”

I hugged Teo tightly. Close enough to feel each other’s warmth.

“…Rena Nuna.”

“Yeah.”

“Thank you… for everything until now.”

“Me too. Let’s just stay like thisㅡ Mph?!”

Sudden softness on my lips.

Not stopping there, a tender tongue pushed into my mouth.

“Smooch… Mmm…”

Gratitude. Yearning. Love.

Countless emotions carried on Teo’s tongue pierced my heart.

I couldn’t accept this. That would be deception.

But I didn’t push him away.

I wrapped my arms around Teo’s neck.

“Hahm… Smooch…”

Tongues met and entwined. A strange sweetness different from usual.

We savored each other like this for a long time. To remember this sensation forever.

**

The house where two people lived together.

Once filled with laughter and conversation.

But.

After one departed, the house became terrifyingly silent.

-Tap. Tap. Tap.

Teo absently stared at the firmly shut door while tapping the table.

Knowing no one would open it and enter anymore.

“…Alone again.”

Teo wiped his face with both palms.

The hollow emptiness and loneliness felt as intense as when his parents left.

He resented fate for making him endure this againㅡ

-Slap.

Teo slapped both cheeks hard.

“Get a grip.”

He couldn’t afford to wallow in sorrow. He’d made a promise.

-Shing.

Drawing the dagger from his waist, he ran fingers along the blade.

“I must become stronger.”

Merely growing stronger wasn’t enough.

In his kingdom, at least within Raven City, he needed to become the strongest.

Teo knew this wouldn’t be easy.

‘Maybe even impossible.’

Rena assessed his talent as merely gifted at best. Only her transcendent teaching allowed him to surpass that.

But another method existed.

“Impossible alone… Then don’t be alone.”

If he could create and wield an organization rivaling powerful individuals.

At least then he could stand by Rena’s side.

-Thud.

Resolved, Teo left without hesitation.

‘Start small.’

Mustn’t rush. Proceed step by step.

And conveniently, this city had the perfect place to plant seeds.

-Thud, thud.

His determined footsteps headed toward the city’s dark back alleys.

Side Story – First Experience End