After entering the hotel, we decided to shower first.

  "Si-hyun, you go first."

  "Are you sure?"

  "Yeah. I take long showers."

  While Si-hyun showered, I removed my makeup at the sink outside the bathroom.

  I also found the white bathrobe provided by the hotel.

  I planned to surprise him by suddenly opening it later.

  "Ah, much better."

  Just then, Si-hyun finished his shower and stepped out.

  I froze at the sight of him.

  Though he wore shorts, his upper body was completely bare.

  Si-hyun walked over while drying his hair, his skin glistening with moisture.

  Water droplets caught the light as they traced paths down his defined chest muscles, rivulets from his hair following the contours of his torso.

  What is this situation?

  Why did he come out like this today?

  He usually dresses properly!

  Suddenly showing off his bare chest!!

  This is lethal. The impact is too strong!

  His sculpted physique was so breathtaking it short-circuited my brain.

  "Haa... mmm..."

  Just looking at that body made my blood race.

  Is this because I'm a woman now?

  I was too stunned to speak.

  I'm completely done for.

  "Why are you spacing out? Go shower."

  "Uh, ah, okay..."

  Si-hyun's striking image lingered in my mind.

  I knew he had a good body, but seeing it through clothes versus seeing it bare were completely different experiences.

  I wanted to throw myself against that solid chest.

  I never expected his abs and pecs to be this perfect.

  Entering the bathroom, I couldn't calm down at all.

  How am I supposed to resist after being shown that!

  All I could think about was pinning Si-hyun down, completely unprepared for that kind of visual treat.

  After several deep breaths, I finally started washing.

  The entire time, I kept recalling Si-hyun's body, my cheeks burning hot.

  My face felt warmer than the shower water.

  "Ahh..."

  This completely ruined my plans.

  I intended to be the seducer, but ended up getting seduced instead!

  Why did he have to do this today when he's usually so covered up!

  While drying off after my shower, I started having doubts.

  Should I give up?

  Just treat today as bad timing?

  Though I'd regret not advancing our relationship, there would be other chances...

  I patted my cheeks.

  "No. I've made my decision. Today has to be the day."

  First, I applied the scented balm I'd prepared earlier.

  My body gradually emitted a light rose fragrance.

  Then I took out the lace lingerie I bought yesterday.

  "Do I... have to wear this...?"

  I swallowed hard without realizing.

  Honestly, this required considerable courage.

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  Even regular underwear would be embarrassing enough, but this was next level.

  "You picked it yourself."

  It's fine. This will work!

  I slowly put on the panties first.

  The super soft material felt unusually distinct against my skin.

  My reflection in the mirror looked downright provocative.

  The sheer fabric made my nipples faintly visible.

  Even judging by my former male standards, I couldn't describe it any other way.

  Finally, I took out my secret weapons, the garter belt and stockings.

  Though it was my first time using them, I'd already researched how to wear them online.

  When I looked in the mirror after putting everything on, the vibe was completely different.

  The atmosphere was entirely distinct from just wearing regular underwear.

  This will definitely work!

  I finished by wrapping the white bathrobe over my equipment.

  Now I just needed to step out of the bathroom.

  You can do this, Jeong Si-yeon!

  Fully prepared, I pushed open the bathroom door.

  I found Si-hyun watching TV outside.

  I called out in a coquettish voice:

  "Si-hyun~"

  "Hmm? Finished showering?"

  "Hmm."

  "Why are you standing there?"

  I walked toward him step by step.

  My heart pounded with nerves, but I didn't stop.

  When I reached Si-hyun, I abruptly opened my bathrobe.

  "Ta-da!"

  I fought through my shame to show off my lingerie.

  Si-hyun's pupils sharply contracted as he stared intently.

  Then he blushed slightly and strode closer.

  "Si-yeon, do you know what this means?"

  "Huh? What?"

  "This makes it hard for me to control myself."

  Si-hyun picked up the fallen bathrobe and draped it over my shoulders again.

  "So stop testing me."

  "I-I wasn't!"

  "Sorry... but don't rush. Because I really love you."

  After saying this, he directly left the room.

  Why?

  How did things turn out this way?

  He could have just pushed me down!

  What did Si-hyun really think of my actions?

  Shame burned hot across my cheeks.

  "Argh!!"

  I'd rather he had just pushed me down.

  I put on a loose T-shirt over my lingerie and waited for Si-hyun.

  We clearly needed to talk.

  He returned after a full thirty minutes.

  "Si-yeon?"

  I was actually angry.

  He said what he wanted and ran off without understanding my feelings.

  "Si-hyun, let's talk."

  "Okay."

  Seeing Si-hyun obediently sitting before me as I knelt by the bed, my anger instantly faded.

  Sigh. How could I ever win against someone I love.

  "What did you mean earlier?"

  "Exactly what I said. You seem anxious, like you're running from something."

  Well... that might be true.

  I always felt I had no advantages over other girls.

  "It's not that I dislike your feelings."

  "That's good!"

  Si-hyun unconsciously moved closer and gently embraced me.

  "You're too important to me right now."

  "Si-hyun?"

  "I could do it if you want. But could you wait a little longer?"

  His words overflowed with love and tenderness.

  So I couldn't argue.

  "But... but!"

  In that moment, my lips were sealed.

  "Mmph."

  Si-hyun's mouth pressed against mine.

  Not just that - his tongue began slipping between my lips.

  I couldn't breathe.

  Our tongues tangled, mixing saliva in a suffocating, sticky, endless kiss.

  When we separated, a thin silver thread of saliva connected us.

  "Endure with this for now."

  My head spun.

  My blank mind felt like celebration fireworks had exploded inside it.

  My first kiss arrived so suddenly and profoundly.

  "Mmm."

  Unable to stay upright, I fell backward.

  Kissing. So this was kissing?

  Intense satisfaction and happiness began filling my heart.

  "Si-yeon, I'm sorry."

  "It's fine."

  I was too dazed to form proper responses.

  A single kiss reduced me to this?

  Suddenly I felt scared.

  I needed to get used to this.

  "Si-hyun."

  "Yes?"

  "Kiss me every time we meet from now on."

  "That's all you want?"

  "Yes, that's enough."

  I realized I might have been too hasty.

  I'd just experienced my first kiss but already wanted more.

  I also understood Si-hyun had already given me plenty of love.

  "So how was I just now?"

  The moment I spoke, Si-hyun flicked my forehead.

  It didn't really hurt.

  "I almost couldn't stop myself from pouncing on you."

  "Hmph, I wish you had."

  "Haha."

  Si-hyun laughed awkwardly.

  He continued stroking my hair before lying down beside me.

  "You seem uneasy because of me."

  "That's not it at all."

  "Then what is it?"

  "I just... wanted this for myself."

  I saw Si-hyun shudder at my words.

  "What! Girls have lust too, you know!?"

  "Is that so?"

  "Of course!"

  Si-hyun fell silent for a moment.

  "Then shall we do it?"

  Ugh, such a sudden proposal.

  How can we do anything when the mood is completely ruined?

  "The atmosphere is gone now?"

  "Sorry."

  "Forget it. But why did you say we should wait?"

  "Men need mental preparation too, you know?"

  "What? That's your reason?"

  "What do you mean 'that's it'! I'm serious. This isn't just about releasing lust but about two people in love coming together, right?"

  Ah, his words left me speechless.

  Though I had thought about it too, it seemed my lust had indeed taken over.

  Plus, novels always depict daily intimacy as taken for granted, with male characters casually sleeping with girls, making me think that was normal.

  But reality seemed different.

  If it were a one-night stand, that would be another matter.

  In a serious relationship, worrying like Si-hyun might actually be normal.

  "Understood. I'll wait."

  "I should be the one apologizing. You gathered your courage too."

  We looked at each other and laughed.

  What foolish things we were saying.

  Though it was a small argument, the atmosphere grew warmer, and we felt closer.

  -

  When I woke, Si-hyun's solid chest filled my vision.

  "Huh?"

  I realized I was lying in Si-hyun's arms.

  I vaguely remembered this happening before - when was it?

  Though slightly embarrassed, we're lovers now so it should be fine, right?

  Si-hyun was still asleep, so I took the opportunity to burrow deeper into his embrace.

  Our bodies pressed completely together, his warmth transferring to me.

  I could faintly smell Si-hyun's Gathering scent.

  As I twitched my nose to sniff, a subtle feeling washed over me.

  "I love you most!"

  I wrapped my free left arm tightly around Si-hyun.

  The feeling of skin against skin made me drowsy and lightheaded.

  While lost in the sensation, I felt Si-hyun wake up.

  Should I shyly pull away or stay like this? Though I debated, it seemed I'd already made my choice.

  "Sleep well?"

  I asked while maintaining our embrace.

  "Mmm... Si-yeon?"

  "What?"

  "Could you loosen your grip a bit?"

  "No~"

  I instead buried my face deeper into his chest, rubbing against him.

  "Si-Si-yeon?"

  "Hehe."

  "Sorry!"

  Si-hyun used the arm I was pillowed on to lift me up and escape.

  "Tch."

  I pouted and glared at him.

  "My apologies."

  As Si-hyun turned away, he deliberately covered his lower body.

  Though brief, I saw it clearly.

  I saw the prominent tent pitched there.

  Having been male before, I understood the situation.

  Just a healthy morning erection, right?

  Even as lovers, it's probably not something he wants seen.

  Having once been male myself, I understood this feeling perfectly and pretended not to notice.

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