Alexander's PoV
Solinus's declaration had sparked a misunderstanding between me and Diana. Even though we were not in a relationship, I don't want her to misunderstand me in any sense. And seeing her avoiding me during the dinner, I knew I had messed up. After a sleepless night, I got a solution to this problem. I am going to confess to Diana. With this, I got ready for the breakfast.
On arriving to the cafeteria, I saw everyone already sitting together except for Charlotte. The married couple had a different vibe around them while Diana was lost in her own world, pouting every now and then. I made my presence known to everyone by a polite greeting and sat beside Diana. I had no intention of talking to Solinus after the stunt he pulled and decided to actively avoid him.
Just when I had decided to ask Diana on a date, her dear brother interrupted us.
"Ale baby, are you still mad at me? I choked on my coffee. This bastard has no sense of shame at all. And what the heck is "Ale baby" huh? His way of taking revenge for last night is ruining my future romance.
I decided to ignore him, not before glaring at him, and asked Diana, "How are you-"
Before I could continue, she got up from her seat and left me without listening to what I was saying. Way to go, Alex.
With this, I had lost my appetite. But I was worried for Diana. She had not eaten much and we were going to the human realm in today's class. I hope she would be okay.
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Anguis's PoV
I had a peaceful sleep after a long time. Maybe it's due to the relief that things are beginning to change. Our relationship is improving. Yesterday night, we decided to face each other and sleep. Looking at her while sleeping had brought a comforting feeling in my heart. Looking in her eyes, I felt the reassurance that someone is actually willing to put efforts for me instead of trying to control me. With these thoughts I went into a deep slumber.
This morning when I woke up, I found Selene's petite body snuggled into my chest. I could feel her warm breath on my skin. One of my hands was being used as a pillow while the other was holding her waist. Her legs were between mine. I was basically spooning her. What a lovely morning it is! It feels like we have finally entered our newlywed phase. Maybe I can ask her to cuddle me tonight.
I was lost in my thoughts when I felt the drifting of her body. I pulled her back and snuggled into her more. I looked down to glance at her face. She was all blushing even in her sleepy state. She was looking so adorable that I couldn't hold back and pecked her lips.
Her lips felt soft against mine. Only a mere touch brought thousands of butterflies in my stomach. As if time had come to a stop, we were lost in each other's eyes, no one moving at all. Suddenly, as if she realised what had happened, she jerked away from me, taking the warmth with her. The impact that a peck had brought on me was unbelievable.
I tried to apologise for my sudden actions but she ran away to the bathroom before I could say it. Even though it was an accident, I couldn't help but grin. I went towards the bathroom and asked her to get ready quickly or else we would be late for the breakfast.
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At the breakfast table
We got ready soon after that incident. On arriving, we met Endius and Diana there.
"Where are the rest of the people?" Asked Selene to no one in particular.
"Well Charlotte is running late and I don't know about Solinus and Alexander."
Replied Endius.
While they started some random conversation, I noticed that Diana seemed gloomy. As if our thoughts were in sync, Selene asked, " What is wrong? Are you okay dear?"
How easily can she use "dear" with Diana but when it comes to me, her husband, she is lost as to what to say. She can call me "DEAR" too. Hmph. My mood had sullen seeing them together.
I placed my hands over her, under the table, bringing her attention where it should be, towards me. She looks at me, astounded by my sudden act. Diana was saying something to Selene, but all I could focus on was Selene. I went close to her ear and whispered, "Honey, have you decided on what would you like to call me? I had spared you last night from this question but now your time is up."
If she was just blushing before, now her face had completely turned red. Teasing her has now become my favourite thing. My little fox looks so cute while blushing.
She turned her attention towards her food, ignoring the question I had asked her.
"Are you okay, Selene? Your face has turned red. Do you have fever by chance?"
Asked Diana. Only if she knew the reason why she was blushing.
"Y-yes I am okay, just a little t-tired." She replied. Just then Solinus entered and not long after, Alex entered. Weren't they making their relationship a bit obvious?
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Somewhere in the academy
"Master, the cards are ready to be distributed. We have put the spell you had asked us to."
"Good. The cards will help us to reach our goals faster. The emotion we will be targeting this time is Jealousy and Competitiveness. We will turn them against each other and bring out the negative emotions from within them." An evil laugh was heard from the owner of the voice.
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