After taking a break to discuss various things about the ship party, we had some more fun in the sea before returning to our cottage. After showering and rinsing off the seawater, we gathered in the living room of the cottage in casual clothing.
[We played quite a bit, so I’m feeling rather fatigued. It feels like sleeping now would be nice.]
[That might be so, but it might be a little late for a nap.]
Just as Anima said, it’s about 3:00 in the afternoon, and I think it’s a little late to take a nap now. Moreover, since we intend to return home at night, I’m thinking of talking with Laguna-san for a bit before heading back, so I’d like to depart around evening. In that case, I guess we’d be leaving a few more hours?
[Is there anything Anima wants to do?][Let’s see……. I don’t have anything specific in mind, but I’d like to…… umm, relax with Master.]
[I see, relaxing would certainly be nice. The purpose of the trip was originally to thank you, so that would be just right.]
Well, we played quite a bit in the sea, so rather than being able to rest, we’d become somewhat tired from playing….. but still, at least for me, Anima doesn’t seem to be tired at all. Well, I guess that’s just due to the difference in basic stamina between us.
Putting that aside, Anima said she wanted to relax, but I’m somewhat concerned with that slight pause just now.
[Anima, you kinda seemed like you were hesitating to speak just now……]
[Uuuu, ah, no, that is…… p- please wait a moment. I understand what Master is trying to say, so please wait a moment…… and allow my emotions to calm down.]
Hmmm. From the way she acts, it feels like she probably wants to do something lover-like. At first, she was being reserved and didn’t say anything, but when I pointed this out to her, she must have sensed that I wanted her to tell me what she wanted without hesitation if possible.And although this is just my guess, I have a feeling that Anima is trying to be somewhat honest with her feelings during this overnight stay, so I guess she’s prepared to tell me what she wants.
As I wait while thinking this, Anima takes a few deep breaths, and after looking at me with a calm expression on her face, she speaks.
[……Master, would you allow me to give you a lap pillow?]
[Errr, you mean you don’t want to sleep on my lap like yesterday, but the other way around?]
[Yes. It may sound strange to say that I want to repay you for yesterday, but umm, I also really want to do something for Master…… Would that be alright?]
[I have no problem with that at all. That’s something I’m happy to do for you but…… I feel like I might fall asleep if I lay on your lap right now.]
[That isn’t a problem. I’ll wake you up in a little while…… In fact, I would be happy if you could rest comfortably for a while.]
That’s certainly just like Anima, asking such a cute and heartwarming request.
[Well then, while we’re at it, I’ll be having that lap pillow.]
[Yes!]
Responding to Anima, who smiled happily upon hearing my answer, with a smile, I laid down on her lap. At this moment, unlike her usual military-style outfit, Anima is dressed in a more casual outfit. Perhaps due to the use of lighter fabric for her trousers, I can feel the softness of her thighs, making it quite comfortable.
When I lay down, Anima looked genuinely delighted with a happy smile on her face, looking like a puppy with some phantom tail wagging behind her.
[How is it, Master? Does it feel comfortable?]
[Unnn. I mean, rather than just comfortable, I feel like I’m going to fall asleep soon.]
[Thank goodness. Please, feel free to rest without any worries. I’ll wake Master up when the time is right……]
[Thanks. I’ll take your word for it then.]
I was tired from playing at the beach, and combined with the comfortable and relaxing situation, I soon began to feel sleepy. Following Anima’s suggestion, I closed my eyes, and at that moment, Anima gently placed a hand over my eyes as if to cover them.
[Master, thank you for everything you did for me this time. I really should be reflecting on not taking better care of my physical health, but at the same time, I can’t help but feel happy that Master cares for me like this. I hope I can return even a little bit of my feelings for Master…… Good night, Master. I dearly love you.]
After I heard her gentle voice, I felt a soft touch on my lips. Anima’s kiss, filled with her heartfelt love for me, was incredibly comforting and made me truly happy.
It’s just, being like this also makes me feel embarrassed to open my eyes now, so I guess Anima covered my eyes because she’s also feeling embarrassed. And so, not answering her, savoring the feeling of happiness, I slowly drifted into sleep.
<Afterword>
? ? ? : [Oya, Serious-senpai is eating chocolate again……. Rather, what’s with the kotatsu?]
Makina : [I’ve already had my fill of chocolate, so I thought I’d just leave things here until next time, and I kinda put out the kotatsu on a whim. Kotatsu is great, you know~~ Ahh, we’ve also got mandarins, want some?]
? ? ? : [I’ll have some then.]
Makina : [I want to eat too, so peel one for me.]
? ? ? : [……Yeah, peeling them does feel troublesome. Well, as a reward for preparing the kotatsu and mandarins, I guess I’ll indulge that level of selfishness……]
Makina : [Ahh, can you, like, take off the white piths?]
? ? ? : [……You’re starting to give quite detailed requests huh. There you go, all peeled.]
Makina : [Ahhn.]
? ? ? : […………..]
Makina : [Ahhhhhhhhhhhn.]
? ? ? : [……Good grief.]
Makina : [Unnn. Delish!]
