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Finally they arrived back at their home, Kaede shivered from the cold, still drenched from their adventurous sprint through the rain. She turned to Mirei, her teeth chattering slightly as she managed a bright smile. "Thank you so much for today, Mirei. It was… amazing. Goodnight!" She moved to unlock her door, eager to dive into warm clothes and blankets.
But Mirei, looking somewhat shy and hesitant, lightly tugged at the edge of Kaede's shirt. Kaede turned back, confused. Before she could ask, Mirei softly murmured, "You know… you still owe me ten hours." Her voice had an unusually bashful tone, and a slight blush crept over her cheeks.
Kaede chuckled, glancing at her watch. It was only 10 p.m., and technically, Mirei was right. "Oh, that's true! We still have time left."
After a moment, Mirei looked up at her with a mix of embarrassment and excitement, "Then… um, do you… want to come over?" Her voice trailed off, barely above a whisper. She didn't outright say "sleepover," but the hint was unmistakable.
Kaede's face brightened at the invitation. She quickly messaged her mom about the plan, telling her she'd be having a sleepover at Mirei's place. Mirei led her toward the bathroom and handed her a towel and a fresh set of pajamas. "You can go first," she said, her voice slightly more confident. "I'll… wait in my room and get dried off."
Kaede took the towel and pajamas with a nod. "Thanks, Mirei." As she closed the bathroom door behind her, she felt a warm rush of happiness. Today had been perfect—fun, exciting, and full of little moments that made her heart skip. She couldn't believe how much closer they'd become. Kaede's giggling when she remember all the silly things they did today.
After a relaxing shower, Kaede wrapped herself in the towel, hugging the cozy warmth. She slipped on the soft pajamas Mirei had lent her and exited the bathroom, feeling a bit refreshed but aware of the quiet, empty stillness of the house. With Mirei always living alone, her home was usually silent—an odd contrast to her lively, playful personality.
Heading up to Mirei's room, Kaede forgot to knocked on the door. "I'm done with the shower!" she called, opening the door a crack. But as soon as she did, her eyes widened in shock. Mirei was in the middle of changing, her shirt lifted halfway over her head, her damp hair falling messily around her shoulders.
Kaede's face turned a deep red as she yanked the door closed. "S-sorry! I didn't mean to…" she stammered, barely able to form a coherent sentence. Her heart raced as she stood frozen in place, embarrassed beyond words.
Moments later, Mirei opened the door, her playful smile making Kaede's cheeks even redder. "You didn't sneak a peek, did you?" she teased, leaning in just close enough to fluster Kaede further.
"N-no! Of course not!" Kaede protested, hiding her face in her hands, hoping her embarrassment would melt away. Mirei just chuckled, enjoying Kaede's reaction.
"Relax, I'm just kidding," Mirei laughed, leaning back with a teasing smile. "I'm going to shower now. You can wait here." Kaede nodded, still too flustered to speak as she quickly stepped into Mirei's room, her heart still pounding.
As Kaede sat down on Mirei's bed to catch her breath, she noticed something at the corner—Mirei's bra and panties, left on the bed as if they were forgotten in her rush. Kaede felt her face go red again, realizing she was sitting next to Mirei's underwear.
Kaede looked around, unsure of what to do. Part of her wanted to just look away, but the other part couldn't help but feel a mix of shyness and curiosity. Gently, she picked up Mirei's bra and folded it neatly, her fingers lingering just a moment on the delicate lace. It felt so intimate, so close to a side of Mirei that she hadn't yet fully seen. She bit her lip, realizing her mind had wandered a bit too far into thoughts of Mirei.
As she set it aside, she glanced up—and froze. Standing in the doorway, Mirei watched her with a raised eyebrow and a playful, knowing smile.
"M-Mirei! I didn't mean to—" Kaede stammered, her cheeks turning an even brighter shade of red as she quickly tried to explain, but words seemed to fail her.
Mirei's mischievous grin grew wider as she stepped closer, the warmth of her presence filling the room. "Caught you in the act, huh?" she teased, her voice low and playful. "You know, if you wanted a souvenir, you could have just asked." Her gaze lingered, a little more intense than usual, making Kaede's heart skip a beat.
Kaede felt like she might melt on the spot. "I… I was just tidying up for you!" she protested weakly, trying to hide her embarrassment.
"Mm-hmm," Mirei hummed, unconvinced but clearly amused by Kaede's reaction. She took a step closer, leaning down until their faces were only inches apart, her eyes sparkling with that familiar mischievous glint. "You're not hiding anything from me, are you?"
Kaede shook her head "I'm n-not!", her breath catching as Mirei leaned even closer. Mirei looked over at Kaede, who was nervously glancing down, cheeks flushed and hands fidgeting in her lap. Smiling softly, Mirei gently placed her hand over Kaede's, stilling her fingers. Kaede glanced up, her wide, nervous eyes meeting Mirei's calm and reassuring gaze.
"You don't have to be so shy with me, you know," Mirei whispered, her voice warm and soothing, but with a hint of something deeper.
Kaede swallowed, nodding slightly, her gaze flickering between Mirei's eyes and lips. But words seemed to escape her. Her heart was beating so fast she was sure Mirei could hear it. Mirei's hand moved from Kaede's fingers up her arm, a slow and gentle motion that made Kaede shiver with anticipation.
Mirei leaned in, close enough that their noses almost brushed. "If you're okay with this, let me take the lead," she murmured, her breath warm against Kaede's cheek. Kaede could only nod, her mind whirling with excitement and nerves. She didn't trust herself to speak, so she let her eyes do the talking, looking at Mirei with a mixture of trust and yearning.
Slowly, carefully, Mirei closed the small gap between them, her lips finding Kaede's in a soft, lingering kiss. Her hand moved to cup Kaede's cheek, her thumb gently stroking in reassuring circles. Kaede melted into the touch, her initial nervousness fading into a feeling of warmth and safety.
The kiss deepened, and Mirei's fingers found their way to the back of Kaede's neck, pulling her in closer. Kaede's hands, initially tense, gradually found their way to Mirei's waist, her fingers brushing against the soft fabric of Mirei's shirt. She could feel her own hesitations slipping away, little by little, with every shared breath and gentle touch.
Mirei pulled back for a moment, just enough to look at Kaede, her gaze soft but intense. "You're beautiful, you know that?" she whispered, her voice laced with genuine admiration. Kaede's cheeks flushed again, but this time she didn't look away; she just smiled, her own eyes reflecting the depth of her emotions. "You too... You're the most beautiful girl in the world." Kaede whispered.
Mirei's hand traced Kaede's jawline, her fingers brushing lightly against her skin as she leaned back in, pressing another kiss to Kaede's lips-this one deeper, filled with all the feelings they'd both kept just under the surface for so long. Kaede let herself get lost in it, her hands tightening slightly around Mirei's waist as if afraid to let go.
They stayed close, sharing whispered words and gentle touches, both of them exploring the newness of being this close to someone for the first time. It was uncharted territory, but with Mirei guiding them, Kaede felt nothing but comfort and love. Each touch, each glance, felt like a promise-a new chapter they were both ready to start, together.
"Thank you for today, Kaede," Mirei whispered. "It was… perfect."
Kaede felt her heart swell with warmth, and she squeezed Mirei's hand, her voice barely more than a whisper. "It really was. I won't forget it."
They stayed like that for a while, wrapped in each other's warmth, the room filled with a quiet sense of happiness and contentment. Mirei's fingers traced gentle patterns on Kaede's hand, and they sat together, enjoying the closeness they'd both craved for so long.
"Well, looks like you're stuck with me," Mirei smiled, giving Kaede's hand a gentle squeeze. Kaede return her smile "You too."
As the night wore on, they settled into a cozy, comfortable rhythm. Mirei got a blanket and tossed it over them, and the two of them ended up talking about everything from their favorite songs to all the silly moments they'd shared. They even replayed the highlights of the concert they'd attended, giggling at their off-key singing and the moments they'd screamed together.
Somehow, nestled beside Mirei, Kaede felt a sense of warmth that filled her chest, like they were in their own little world. It was amazing how easily Mirei could make her feel this way—safe, happy, and at peace.
Kaede's eyes fluttered closed, the gentle rhythm of Mirei's breathing lulling her into a peaceful slumber. She couldn't imagine a more perfect end to the day.