Chapter 23 - Another Portal

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As they sat together in the fading twilight, the future stretched out before them, uncertain and filled with possibilities. But despite the challenges that lay ahead, they knew that their love was strong enough to endure whatever came their way.

'I'll cherish every moment with her,' Orion thought, his resolve strengthening. 'No matter how many women I love, I'll never forget the intensity of this moment, this connection.'

And with that thought, he leaned down and captured Tatsumaki's lips in another passionate, all-consuming kiss, sealing their promise to each other and embracing the complicated, beautiful journey that lay ahead.

Then it all happened all of a sudden. Tatsumaki found herself straddling Orion, her hand holding his neck, his hands on her back, both holding the other closer. Their lips connected in a searing, passionate kiss.

Then it all happened all of a sudden. Tatsumaki found herself straddling Orion, her hand holding his neck, his hands on her back, both holding the other closer. Their lips connected in a searing, passionate kiss.

Tatsumaki inadvertently started to grind on Orion's growing erection, her moans drowned in Orion's mouth, who was trying to devour Tatsumaki's tongue.

Tatsumaki moaned as Orion kissed his way down her neck, knowing this was her first time, but also knowing that she was enjoying it. She was glad that she was with Orion and that he would take care of her, even though she was a little nervous. Still, Orion had been looking at her with so much longing that it made her forget her nervousness.

Orion straddled Tatsumaki, his hands on her hips and his pelvis grinding against hers as he whispered, "I'm going to take care of you, Tatsumaki."

Tatsumaki gasped and nodded, her cheeks flushed with arousal. Orion continued to grind against her, building up the heat within her. His skilled hands made their way to her butt, caressing, squeezing them.

Tatsumaki's eyes were half-lidded, her vision becoming foggy as she struggled to breathe. Her hair was mussed, her face flushed, and her chest heaving as she struggled to contain her emotions.

Orion was about to continue, but he stopped abruptly, taking in the sight of Tatsumaki with a mixture of lust, desire, and love. She looked absolutely ravishing, and the sight of her excited him to no end.

"Kiss me." Tatsumaki whispered to his ear, her breath trickling his skin.

"You don't have to ask twice." He hissed, cupping her face, planting another searing kiss to her delicious lips.

As Orion and Tatsumaki sat together, her arms on his neck, his around her waist, she was on his lap, their faces only inches away from each other. The peaceful scene was disrupted as a portal appeared not far from them, and monsters began to pour out. These creatures were not particularly strong, but they were still a threat to the unprepared couple.

Orion recognized some of the monsters as Draugrs, Frostbite Spiders, and Sabre Cats from the world of Skyrim. Shocked by the sudden appearance of these creatures, both he and Tatsumaki instinctively moved to protect each other. Orion pulled Tatsumaki behind him, trying to shield her from danger, while she attempted to push forward, knowing that he had no abilities to battle and couldn't even defend himself.

"Orion, I can't let anything happen to you," Tatsumaki whispered, her eyes filled with concern. "I have to fight."

"No, stay back," Orion insisted, his voice laced with determination. "I'll protect you."

Tatsumaki hesitated, torn between her desire to protect Orion and her knowledge that doing so would hurt him. As they stood there, unsure of what to do, a series of incredibly lucky accidents began to occur, causing the monsters to fall to the ground one by one.

First, a loose pole toppled over, crushing a Frostbite Spider beneath its weight. Next, a swing in the park suddenly collapsed, trapping a Sabre Cat beneath the wreckage. Inexplicably, a bolt of lightning struck a Draugr in the midst of clear weather, leaving it smoldering and lifeless on the ground. The remaining creatures met similarly bizarre fates: a tree branch fell and impaled a Skeleton Archer, while another Sabre Cat tripped over a hidden rock and tumbled headfirst into a deep hole.

A sudden gust of wind sent a Harpy crashing into a wall, and a Chaurus Reaper was caught off guard by a burst water pipe, causing it to drown in the deluge. A poorly constructed fence collapsed, trapping the legs of a Wisp Mother, and a nest of angry bees swarmed a Spriggan, leaving it helplessly writhing on the ground. Finally, a loose manhole cover flipped up, catching a Falmer off guard and sending it tumbling into the darkness below.

The couple watched in awe as each of the monsters met their demise, unable to comprehend their incredible luck. As the last creature fell, a group of silhouettes appeared in the distance, led by Elara, Orion's mother and an A-Rank hero. With her Divine Light, Unyielding Resolve, and Master Combatant abilities, Elara and her team swiftly defeated the remaining monsters and sealed the portal.

As the dust settled, Elara approached her son and Tatsumaki, concern etched on her face. "Are you two alright?" she asked, her eyes scanning them for injuries.

"We're fine, thanks to you," Orion replied, relief evident in his voice. "I don't know what we would have done without your help."

Tatsumaki nodded, her heart still pounding from the sudden attack. "Thank you, Elara," she whispered, her eyes filled with gratitude. "We're lucky you arrived when you did."

Elara smiled, her maternal instincts kicking in as she pulled both Orion and Tatsumaki into a warm embrace. "I'm just glad you're both safe," she murmured, holding them close. "But you need to be more careful. The world is becoming increasingly dangerous."

The group then began to walk Tatsumaki home, Elara insisted on accompanying them, despite Orion's protests that he could handle it alone. Tatsumaki, while appreciative of Elara's concern, couldn't help but feel a little annoyed that she couldn't show her affection for Orion in front of his mother. Elara, however, seemed to be clearly amused by their 'secret' looks and gestures, trying her best to stifle her laughter.

Not one to shy away from interaction, Orion boldly took Tatsumaki's hand as they walked, showing his mother that he still had the upper hand. Tatsumaki's cheeks flushed with embarrassment, and she looked as though she might faint at any moment.

To tease her further, Orion began chatting casually with Tatsumaki about various topics, all the while gently caressing her hand with his thumb. Tatsumaki struggled to answer coherently, her voice coming out in a stutter as she tried to focus on the conversation.

"So, Tatsumaki, how was your day?" Orion asked casually, his thumb gently caressing her hand as he spoke.

"Um, it was… good," Tatsumaki stammered, struggling to focus on the conversation while Orion continued to tease her.

Seeing the fun Orion was having, Elara decided to join in on the teasing. "So, Tatsumaki," she began, a playful smile on her lips, "how are you enjoying the school play rehearsals? I heard you and Orion have been getting quite... involved in your roles."

Tatsumaki's face turned a deep shade of red as she stammered, "I-it's been, um, interesting. Very educational."

Elara chuckled, enjoying the young girl's discomfort. "Well, I'm sure it's a great bonding experience for you two."

Elara, sensing the opportunity for a little more fun, moved closer to the couple and continued the playful teasing. "You know, I've always found that there's a certain... chemistry that comes from working closely with someone in a play," she said, her eyes twinkling with mischief. "Especially when the characters are romantically involved."

Tatsumaki's blush deepened, and she mumbled something unintelligible, trying to escape the conversation. Orion, however, was determined to keep it going, sensing that Tatsumaki was both embarrassed and amused by the teasing.

"Oh, absolutely," he agreed, grinning broadly. "There's definitely been a certain... spark between us during rehearsals."

Tatsumaki shot him a warning glance, her face burning with embarrassment. "Orion, please," she whispered, her voice barely audible.

Elara laughed heartily, enjoying the young couple's discomfort. "Well, it's good to know that you two are so committed to your roles," she said, giving Tatsumaki a playful wink. "I'm sure your performance will be absolutely... electrifying."

As they finally reached Tatsumaki's house, she breathed a sigh of relief, glad to escape the relentless teasing. "Thank you for walking me home, Elara," she said, managing to find her voice at last. "And goodnight, Orion. I'll see you tomorrow."

With that, she dashed inside, leaving a chuckling Elara and Orion behind.

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