Shoi slowly walked out of his room, his mind set on one thing—it was time to talk to Hinata.
Arriving at her room, he knocked softly on the door, waiting for her to answer. When the door slid open, Hinata stood there with her warm smile, a familiar comfort washing over him.
"Shoi, is something wrong?" she asked, noticing the seriousness in his expression.
"Nothing's wrong," he replied, stepping inside and closing the door gently behind him. "But I do need to talk to you about something important."
Hinata's brow furrowed slightly in concern. "What is it?"
"I spoke with Hanabi," Shoi began, his voice steady. "She's okay with everything. She doesn't have any objections."
Hinata blinked, confusion crossing her face. "What do you mean?"
Shoi took a deep breath. "I also talked with your father about the idea of marrying both you and Hanabi. He gave his blessing."
Hinata's eyes widened, and she took a step back. "Wait… both me and Hanabi?"
Shoi noticed her unease and stepped closer, gently taking her hand in his. "What's troubling you, Princess?"
"I... I've never really thought about sharing my husband," Hinata stammered, her voice barely a whisper. She was visibly overwhelmed by the sudden proposition.
Shoi squeezed her hand reassuringly, his tone softening. "I understand. This is a lot to take in, and I don't want you to feel pressured. I'm just letting you know where things stand. I value your feelings above all else."
Hinata looked down at their intertwined hands, her mind swirling with a mix of emotions. She trusted Shoi deeply, and she knew he cared for her and Hanabi.
But the idea of sharing him with her sister was new and difficult to process.
As she pondered, Shoi moved closer, his hand reaching up to gently brush a strand of hair from her face. The touch was tender, comforting, yet there was an undeniable intensity between them. Hinata's heart raced as she met his gaze, his dark eyes filled with an emotion she couldn't ignore.
"I don't want to rush you," Shoi said quietly, his voice barely a murmur as he leaned in, their faces only inches apart. "But I need you to know... I'll always protect you, both of you."
Hinata's breath hitched. She could feel the warmth of his body so close to hers, his presence both calming and exhilarating. Her reservations were still there, but her trust in Shoi was unwavering.
As if sensing her inner conflict, Shoi gently cupped her cheek, his thumb brushing against her skin. He leaned in, his lips hovering near hers. "If you're not ready, I'll stop," he whispered, searching her eyes for any sign of hesitation.
For a moment, Hinata was silent, her lips slightly parted. Then, slowly, she leaned forward, closing the distance between them. Their lips met in a tender but passionate kiss, one that spoke of shared trust and unspoken feelings.
Hinata felt herself melt into the moment, her arms wrapping around Shoi as she pulled him closer. Whatever fears or doubts lingered, they were momentarily drowned out by the intensity of the connection between them.
As they broke the kiss, Shoi rested his forehead against hers. "I'm with you, Hinata," he whispered. "Always."
Hinata smiled softly, still catching her breath. "I know."
he slowly lifted her head and kissed on her lips
Their kisses grew more intense as their bodies pressed together in a frenzy of desire. Shoi's hands ran down Hinata's body before resting on her hips as he trailed kisses down her neck.
Hinata moaned softly as she arched her back, her skin tingling under Shoi's touch. For a moment, all her worries, doubts, and insecurities faded away. She was lost in the intensity of the moment, feeling Shoi's warmth against her.
But as the heat built between them, Hinata suddenly pressed her hands against his chest, gently but firmly pushing him back. "Wait!" she gasped, her voice breathless but resolute.
Shoi froze, his lips hovering just above her neck as he pulled back slightly, his brows furrowing in confusion. "Hinata?" His voice held a mix of surprise and concern. "I thought... I thought you wanted this."
Hinata bit her lower lip, her cheeks flushed as she tried to gather her thoughts. "I do," she admitted softly, her eyes flickering with emotion. "But... we're not married yet. We can't... we shouldn't before we're officially husband and wife."
Shoi exhaled slowly, realizing. He nodded, understanding her hesitation. "You're right," he murmured, the intensity in his eyes softening.
"I got carried away." He leaned down and pressed a gentle kiss on her forehead, a gesture of affection and respect. "I'll wait until our wedding night."
Hinata smiled, her heart warming at his words. She wrapped her arms around him, hugging him tightly, grateful for his understanding.
Shoi had always respected her boundaries, and in this moment, she felt lucky to have him as her future husband.
As they lay side by side, their breathing calming down, Hinata's mind wandered back to the conversation they had about Hanabi.
The thought of sharing Shoi with her younger sister weighed heavily on her heart, stirring feelings of uncertainty and confusion.
Shoi sensed her unease and brushed a strand of hair from her face, his voice gentle. "Tomorrow, you'll come with me to talk to Hanabi about this," he said, his tone steady and reassuring. "Alright?"
Hinata hesitated for a moment, then nodded slowly. "Alright," she whispered.
Shoi kissed her hand lightly before sitting up. "For now, I should return to my room," he said softly, helping her to her feet.
Hinata nodded again, feeling a sense of relief that the moment had passed but also an underlying tension about the conversation ahead. She left the room with a small smile, her heart still racing from the emotions of the night.
... Next Day
Hinata sat silently beside Shoi, her thoughts swirling. She didn't know how to face her little sister now that the moment had come. Her hands fidgeted in her lap as she struggled to compose herself.
Soon enough, Hanabi entered the room, her face bright and energetic. "Good morning," she greeted them warmly before taking a seat across from them. The room suddenly felt smaller.
"Sister…" Hanabi began, her tone curious. "Did Shoi tell you about it?"
Hinata glanced at Shoi, unsure of what Hanabi meant at first. But when she saw her sister's earnest expression, she realized. Feeling her heart race, she nodded.
Hanabi leaned forward slightly, her voice lower, almost conspiratorial. "Sister, you know Father wants to marry both you and me to this bad guy," she said, teasing lightly, though there was sincerity in her tone. "I wanted to know if you have any problem with it?"
Hinata's face turned bright red, and she dipped her head, embarrassed by the directness of the question. She nodded again, giving her sister confirmation. Hanabi's eyes widened in amazement as she turned her gaze toward Shoi, almost asking without words, How did you convince her?
Shoi met her gaze calmly, the corners of his lips turning up in a small smile. He cleared his throat and finally spoke.
"I know this isn't exactly what either of you expected, but I want to make sure both of you are happy with this decision. That's what matters most to me."
Hanabi let out a small sigh, her expression softening as she looked back at her sister.