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After the arduous PE class, Orion's muscles felt like a bundle of coiled springs, yearning to relax. The male changing room was all his, which had its advantages. He turned on the shower, letting the cold water drum onto the tiles for a moment. The chilly droplets were a welcome contrast to his overheated skin.
"Nothing beats a cold shower," he muttered, stepping under the cascade. The water felt sharp but invigorating. Tension began to melt from his broad shoulders, and his racing heart gradually subsided.
In the midst of his relaxation, a thought crept into his mind, wondering how Morgiana felt about their win. He grinned to himself, replaying the unexpected synchronization they'd achieved at the last minute.
But his reverie was interrupted by the sensation of a soft, soapy hand on his back, gliding over his taut muscles. For a split second, his guard went up, but his instinctual recognition of a feminine touch quickly calmed him. Without opening his eyes, he smirked, assuming it was one of his girlfriends. This wasn't the first time one of them sneaked into the changing room.
The gentle touch moved in soothing circular patterns, clearly intending to relax him. Each movement made it harder for him to decipher who the intruder was, though.
Leaning into the touch, he decided to tease a bit. "You know, if you wanted to join me in the shower, you could've just asked." He chuckled softly, the sound echoing lightly off the tiled walls.
A faint giggle met his ears, feminine and playful. Yet it was a sound he couldn't immediately place.
His mind raced, trying to match the giggle to a face. Could it be Hinata? Or perhaps the assertive Tatsumaki, trying a more delicate approach? Maybe even Winry, who had always been so straightforward?
Orion let the warm touch travel down his back, his interest clearly piqued. As the hands ventured further, the trail they left felt like tiny sparks on his wet skin. "Who do you think you are? Seducing me in the shower?" He tried to sound stern, but the playful lilt in his voice betrayed him.
The water washed over them, making it harder for him to catch the familiar scent of the intruder. "You really think you can sneak up on me, and I wouldn't know?"
A soft whisper danced across his ear, the warmth of her breath contrasting with the cool shower. "I never said I was sneaking."
He grinned, feeling her body press gently against his back. "So, playing bold today? And here I thought I knew all my girlfriends."
The hands on his back froze momentarily, then continued their journey. "Maybe you don't know them as well as you think."
Orion turned, water streaming down his face, ready to see the mysterious intruder. But before he could, she pressed a hand over his eyes, leaving him in darkness. He felt her soft lips brush his cheek, causing his heart to race even faster.
"I think I like this game," he mumbled, a smirk forming on his lips. "Though I must admit, I didn't expect this when I walked into the changing room today."
Racking his brain, Orion tried to decipher her voice. He quickly eliminated a few names. It wasn't Hinata; she would be too shy for this. Mizore? No, her cold nature was a giveaway. Winry or Yuuki? They were direct but not this mysterious.
With every passing moment, the atmosphere grew more charged, the water's patter becoming the only sound echoing in the changing room.
"Just tell me one thing," he murmured, leaning closer. "Did you plan this?"
A low chuckle met his ears. "Would it change anything if I did?"
Reaching up, Orion gripped the hand that covered his eyes and slowly pulled it away, turning to face her. But she was quicker, evading his grasp. He caught a glimpse of long, raven-black hair before she was behind him again, pressing herself into his back. The touch sent shivers down his spine.
Akeno's voice was like a siren, enchanting and seductive, "Maybe you're not as in control as you like to think."
He grinned, remembering his principle of doubling back. "Two can play this game."
Suddenly, Orion pivoted, his arm snaking around her waist, pulling her close. He could feel her heart beating fast against his chest. "You might've started this game," he whispered huskily, "But I intend to finish it."
Their faces were inches apart, their breaths mingling, the tension palpable. It seemed like time had come to a standstill.
Akeno's deep purple eyes bore into his, a slight twinkle of mischief evident. "Since the pottery class yesterday, I feel the urge to get closer to you," she confessed, strands of her wet raven hair sticking to her flawless face. "You left a deep impression on me."
A moment of silence stretched between them. The steady rhythm of the shower was the only thing to break the quiet. Their breaths mingled, the mist around them thick with anticipation.
Orion's eyes traveled over Akeno's form, not hiding his admiration for the sultry beauty before him. She stood tall, regal, the water droplets making her skin gleam. "You know," he mumbled, his voice low, "I've never seen someone handle clay quite like you did."
Her laugh was melodic, even amidst the cascade of water. "You weren't too bad yourself. But tell me, Orion," she whispered, her gaze locking onto his, "was it the clay you were truly focused on, or the hands molding it?"
Orion leaned in closer, the gap between their lips narrowing. "Maybe a bit of both," he admitted, their breaths now mingling.
Akeno's hand found its way to his chest, fingers tracing patterns on his wet skin, causing his heart rate to accelerate. "You're intriguing, you know? Most men would shy away, but you? You lean in, embracing the challenge."
"That's how I live my life," he replied, his voice barely above a whisper. He remembered his philosophy of doubling back, and it made him bold. Drawing her close, he added, "If someone takes a step toward me, I take two toward them."
A smirk played on Akeno's lips. "So, if I were to step closer now?"
Orion responded by pulling her flush against him. "You do the math."
Their faces were inches apart, the electric tension palpable. Akeno's eyes darkened, her breathing shallow. "This is uncharted territory for me, Orion. This... boldness."
Orion's smirk turned devilish. "Well, isn't that a surprise? A girl like you, not used to being on the back foot?"
Akeno hummed, her fingers tracing the curve of his jaw. "There's always a first time for everything."
There was a pause as they both took in the gravity of their shared attraction. The air was thick with heat and anticipation.
Akeno's voice dropped to a sultry whisper, "I think I'm ready to explore that territory, Orion."
His response was cut short as their lips met, an electrifying jolt passing between them. The kiss was passionate and demanding, as they both sought to claim and be claimed.
The sensation of Akeno's lips on his was all-consuming. The water continued to cascade over them, but the world outside seemed to have faded away, leaving only the two of them in this heated moment. Every touch, every whispered word heightened the connection they felt.
Akeno pulled away slightly, her eyes searching his. "Are you sure about this?" she asked in a hushed voice, though the uncertainty in her eyes contrasted with the boldness of her actions just moments ago.
Orion simply chuckled, his thumb grazing her cheek. "You're asking me? After sneaking into my shower and initiating this?" His voice dripped with playful teasing.
She blinked, looking momentarily lost. "It's just... I don't usually do things like this. You... You make me act out of character."
"And you're irresistible," he countered, pulling her closer, relishing in the heat they shared. Her fingers traced patterns on his chest, causing a shiver to run down his spine.
"Orion," she began, her voice unsteady, "What are we doing? Here, in this place, with all these people just outside."
He smirked. "Making memories. The kind you look back on and can't help but smile."
She hesitated for a moment, looking deep into his eyes. "What if someone sees us?"
"They won't," he reassured her, pulling her closer. "Besides, even if they did, it wouldn't matter to me. What matters is how I feel when I'm with you."
Orion could feel Akeno's heart race against his chest, her every breath more shallow and erratic. The water's patter on the tiles became white noise, as all other sounds drowned beneath the pounding of their shared heartbeats.
Pulling her closer, his fingers traced her face, lingering on the curves of her lips, which parted in a silent gasp. "You make everything so electric," he murmured, drawing her closer.
Akeno's response was a whispered confession, her voice thick with passion, "With you, Orion, everything feels different. More intense."
He felt her fingers tangle in his hair, pulling him closer. The sensation sent a jolt of electricity down his spine, and he responded by deepening the kiss. As their lips met with increasing urgency, their hands began a passionate exploration of each other's forms.
The cascade of water made their movements slick and tantalizing. Orion's hands trailed down Akeno's sides, causing her to gasp against his lips. Every touch, every caress seemed to heighten their shared sensation.
Akeno's hands found their way down his back, nails scraping lightly against his wet skin. "Orion," she gasped, her voice trembling with need.
He pulled back just slightly, looking deep into her violet eyes, which were clouded with passion. "Akeno," he whispered, his voice thick with desire. "Do you have any idea what you're doing to me?"
She smirked, her fingers tracing his jawline. "I think I have a pretty good idea." She leaned in, her lips brushing his ear. "But I think you can show me just how much."
Orion's philosophy of doubling back was never more relevant. Taking her challenge head-on, he pulled her even closer, his hands finding new places to explore, his lips claiming her with even more fervor.
As they lost themselves in the heated moment, their surroundings became insignificant. They were locked in their own world, a place where only their feelings for one another mattered.
Akeno's breathy moans were music to Orion's ears. Her fingers dug into his back as if trying to anchor herself to him. "Orion," she whispered, her voice filled with urgency.
His only response was to claim her lips once more, silencing any further words. They were beyond the realm of thought, consumed by the fire of their passion.
Akeno's fingers moved to the nape of his neck, sending shivers down his spine. He responded in kind, his hands moving to more intimate places, making her gasp against his lips. "Orion," she whispered once more, her voice filled with a mix of desperation and anticipation.
Their fervor grew, the water's cascade heightening the sensation. Every touch, every caress intensified their shared connection.
However, the moment reached its crescendo.
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