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As they walked back home, Elara continued to giggle, her mood light and playful. She swung her arm around Orion and pulled him close, pressing his head against her bosom as she teased him. "My, my, you've grown up so much, haven't you, Orion?" she said, ruffling his hair affectionately.
Orion let out a laugh, enjoying the banter with his mother. "Well, I guess I have you to thank for that, Mom," he replied, smirking. "You've always been there for me."
They continued to chat and tease each other as they strolled home, their laughter filling the night air. "So," Elara began, a sly grin on her face, "how are you really feeling about Tatsumaki? You two seem to have grown quite close lately."
Orion's expression softened, and he let out a sigh. "Honestly, Mom, I didn't expect to feel this way about her. It started as just a bit of teasing, but now... I really care for her."
Elara smiled warmly at her son, her eyes filled with love and understanding. "Sometimes, love surprises us, Orion. It sneaks up on us when we least expect it. The important thing is to be open to it and to nurture it when it arrives."
As they walked, Orion wrestled with his thoughts, trying to make sense of his feelings. Finally, he decided to share his confusion with his mother. "Mom, what if I love more than one person? Today, I kissed Hinata, and I felt the same feelings towards her as I do for Tatsumaki. I don't know if I'm a bastard, but I don't want to hurt either of them."
Elara looked at her son, her expression a mixture of surprise and concern. "Orion, love can be a complicated thing. It's important to be honest with your feelings and not to hurt anyone."
He nodded, taking a deep breath before continuing. "I came clean to Tatsumaki, and I plan to do the same with Hinata before we progress any further. I don't want to hurt anyone, but I can't help how I feel."
Elara put a reassuring hand on her son's shoulder, her expression softening. "As long as you're honest with them and truly love them, I think it's okay - but only if the girls are okay with it too. Love is a delicate thing, and everyone involved should be aware and understanding of the situation."
As they continued to walk and talk, Orion's thoughts turned inward, mulling over his mother's words. He knew that his feelings were genuine, but he also understood the potential consequences of his actions. Despite having knowledge of various fictions from Earth in his head, he had no memories of his past life and was unsure of how love should feel. In the silence of his mind, he questioned himself and his emotions, searching for the right way to navigate the complexities of love.
"Mom," he began, his voice hesitant, "as long as both sides are okay, is the love worth nurturing, even if society deems it immoral?"
Elara looked at her son, her eyes filled with empathy. "Love isn't something that can be easily defined, Orion. It's a deep connection, a feeling of trust, and a desire to care for and protect those you love. It's not always easy to understand or explain, but when you feel it, you'll know and won't care what others say about it. What matters is that both sides are on board with it."
Orion nodded, trying to absorb his mother's wisdom. "I just don't want to hurt them, Mom. I want them to be happy."
Elara squeezed his shoulder gently. "I understand, Orion. Just remember that love is about being honest, open, and caring. If you can do that, then you're on the right path."
They continued to walk in silence, the night air wrapping around them like a comforting blanket. As they approached their home, Orion found himself deep in thought, contemplating his feelings for both Tatsumaki and Hinata and others. He knew that he had a difficult road ahead, filled with honesty and difficult conversations, but he also knew that he owed it to both of them to face it head-on.
As they entered their home, Elara turned to her son, her eyes filled with love and understanding. "No matter what happens, Orion, remember that you're not alone. I'm here for you, and I'll support you through this."
Orion smiled, grateful for his mother's unwavering support. "Thanks, Mom. I don't know what I'd do without you."
With a warm embrace, the two said goodnight, each retreating to their own rooms to find solace in sleep. When Orion walked to his room, he was surprised to find his sisters already in his bed, their eyes glistening with unshed tears. He realized that they must have heard the commotion caused by the portal and had been worried about him while he was wallowing in self-pity over his complicated love life. The sight of their distressed faces filled him with guilt, and he knew that he needed to reassure them.
Quietly, he changed into his night clothes and slid into bed between his sisters, wrapping his arms around them and pressing a gentle kiss to each of their foreheads. As he held them close, he could feel the tension slowly draining from their bodies, replaced by a sense of calm and security.
"Hey, it's okay," he whispered, his voice soft and soothing. "I'm alright, and I'm here with you now. You don't need to worry."
His sisters sniffled, their eyes meeting his as they tried to blink back their tears. "We were just so scared, Orion," one of them murmured, her voice trembling. "We didn't know what was happening, and we didn't know if you were okay."
"Yeah," the other sister added, her voice equally shaky. "We didn't want to lose you."
Orion's heart ached at their words, and he tightened his embrace, pulling them closer to him. "I'm not going anywhere," he promised, his voice filled with conviction. "I'll always be here for you, no matter what."
As the sisters felt Orion's presence and his reassuring words, their frowns slowly turned into small, grateful smiles. They hugged him back, snuggling closer to his chest as they sought comfort in his warmth. The room was filled with the sound of their soft, steady breathing as they drifted off to sleep, finally at peace in their brother's arms.
As Orion lay there, holding his sisters close, he couldn't help but think about the tumultuous events of the day. His mind was a whirlwind of emotions, filled with confusion, guilt, and concern for both Tatsumaki and Hinata. As he stared at the ceiling, he tried to make sense of his feelings, hoping that he could find a way to navigate the complexities of love without causing anyone pain.
His thoughts turned to his mother's words, remembering her advice about honesty, openness, and caring. He knew that she was right, but he also knew that the road ahead would be filled with challenges and difficult conversations. He couldn't help but worry about how Tatsumaki and Hinata would react to his feelings, fearing that he might end up losing them both.
As he lay there, lost in thought, he found himself absently stroking his sisters' hair, their soft, even breaths a comforting reminder of the love and support that he had from his family. It was this love that gave him the strength to face the uncertainty of his romantic life, and he knew that he could rely on them to help him through whatever difficulties lay ahead.
With a deep, steadying breath, Orion made a silent promise to himself and to his loved ones. "I'll do whatever it takes to make this work," he vowed, his voice filled with determination. "I won't let anyone down."
As the night wore on, Orion continued to wrestle with his thoughts, his mind racing with questions and doubts. But as he held his sisters close, their warm, comforting presence eventually lulled him into a fitful sleep, filled with dreams of love, hope, and the promise of a better tomorrow.
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