[Congratulations!]

[‘Beginner Husband’s Warm Touch’ has been used correctly!]

[Quest rewards will be determined based on usage.]
“…”

Alec’s hand paused briefly at the state window that popped up as soon as he used the skill.

Now, he was certain about what “correct usage” meant in this context.

It seemed that the ‘Beginner Husband’s Tickle’ skill would also need to be used this way to successfully complete the quest.

He continued with his warm touch.

The noble body that felt too precious to even touch responded dizzyingly under his hand.

“…!”

She took a deep breath.

It was a warmth and touch she would never feel from an ordinary person’s body temperature.

His heat pressed against and caressed every part of her skin.

Would it feel too stimulating to be felt on bare skin? How would she feel?

“Is it too hot?”

At that moment, he asked, slightly concerned.

But Louise couldn’t answer right away.

Her eyelashes quivered, and the tension in her stiffened body was fully transmitted to him.

Her throat tightened as if she couldn’t continue speaking.

She clutched his arm, breathing heavily.

As if his heat was melting her mind, her gaze grew hazy.

At last, she struggled to speak.

“I’m fine. But…”

“…”

“I think it could be even hotter…”

Louise exhaled.

Fortunately, or maybe not, it seemed his heat wasn’t too overwhelming for her.

Alec gradually spread his warmth throughout his entire body.

Compared to his heat, Louise’s body felt so cold.

As if longing for his warmth, she drew closer to him, pressing her body against his.

He embraced her tightly with his strong arms.

His hand softly slid down her spine, passing the back of her neck.

Every time his heated touch moved, Louise’s body loosened.

She relaxed into him more completely than she ever had before, giving her entire body over to him.

Her strength began to drain away as if her mind was also surrendering.

Yet she clung to him, pressing against him as if she craved his heat.

Alec was surprised to find that, despite his worries that it might be too hot, she seemed to be responding just fine.

No, it was as if she had been longing for this warmth all along.

As her skin pressed fully against his, Alec’s heart began to burn hotly too.

If he held her with an even hotter heart, it felt as though they would both melt away.

His reason faded, leaving only sensation.

“I, though…”

“…”

Suddenly, Louise spoke, her words spilling out with difficulty.

Her rapid breathing was dizzying in his ears.

“I don’t know if it’s okay for me to be in your arms. I feel strange.”

“…”

Louise’s voice trembled slightly.

Why wouldn’t she feel strange?

Alec knew very well that she was holding onto all her trust just to stay with him.

Even so, his hand continued to move downward.

His eyes filled even more completely with the sight of Louise.

Suddenly, he felt that if he didn’t express his true feelings now—his genuine feelings, not as Alec but as himself—he might never have the chance.

“…I know you might find me suspicious.”

“……”

“But there’s one thing I want you to believe with certainty.”

“…What is it?”

Her neck tilted slightly back, as if all the strength had left her. In this moment, there was no one who could resist his heat.

Alec gazed deeper into Louise’s eyes.

“I have always been sincere with you. I’ve only ever wanted to treat you well. And even if you ever reject me… I’ll still only ever think of you.”

“……”

Louise’s gaze softened slightly. It felt as if time was flowing slowly just for her. Alec, filled with his genuine emotions—not as ‘Alec’—looked deeply into her eyes.

Would she recognize him?

If she did, the shock would be immense, knowing that he had deceived her. Yet, hoping for her to recognize him was a bit foolish.

Suddenly, Louise let out a soft breath.

“…Ha!”

*Ding!*

—

[Congratulations!]

[“Beginner Husband’s Tickle” has been used correctly!]

[Quest rewards will be determined based on usage!]

—

“……”

Louise’s body began to tremble as if struck by a powerful sensation. He could tell that a thrilling sensation had just swept through her body.

Did she dislike it?

While it seemed like the Wiltsbrook fortress wouldn’t fall just yet, he couldn’t help but worry about her reaction.

She must have been overwhelmed by the skill’s effect.

*Ding!*

—

[Congratulations!]

[You have successfully completed the quest.]

[~Try using your skill the right way!~]

—

[With the successful quest completion, the skill “Beginner Husband’s Tickle” has upgraded to “Intermediate Husband’s Tickle”!]

[The skill “Beginner Husband’s Warm Touch” has upgraded to “Intermediate Husband’s Warm Touch”!]

—

[Your title has changed!]

[From “Novice Husband Who Knows His Wife’s Desires” → “Intermediate Husband Who Satisfies His Wife”]

—

[As a reward for your promotion to Intermediate Husband, you gain an additional 20 levels!]

—

“……”

The system messages flashed before his eyes, quickly disappearing. His stats rapidly increased, with numbers and levels rising at a swift pace, but his gaze remained fixed on Louise.

Even though he had gained an additional 20 levels—something that was normally a huge feat—he barely had time to register it.

With a stunned expression, Louise finally opened her lips.

“What… just happened?”

“……”

“What did you do…?”

“……”

Thud, thud.

Louise’s heart was pounding so loudly, it felt like her entire body was on the verge of breaking apart. Despite the lingering trust issues, her affection meter was rising rapidly, likely due to the skill.

Was it even possible for her affection to increase while still not fully trusting him?

As she swallowed nervously, he stroked her inner side once more.

“……!”

She trembled, as if she had been electrified.

Alec continued his previous line of thought.

“And one more thing.”

“……”

“Please believe that I’m the only one who can truly satisfy you.”

“…Ha!”

Louise slightly tilted her head back.

Like fireworks exploding, a brief spark flashed across her eyes—triggered by his skill, which had stimulated her deeply.

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