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In the cramped space, the air seemed to have congealed, leaving only the sound of their intertwined breaths.

Hoshino Kanade could clearly feel the warmth and softness of Kiyona's body in his arms. That full, supple sensation passed through their clothes, making him want to draw even closer to her.

Kiyona probably did not want to be expelled. Besides, she did not know Chabashira Sae's true authority, nor could she tell whether the teacher's words just now had been a threat or merely an attempt to frighten her...

"Kiyona, you don't want to get expelled for making a sound either, do you?" Hoshino Kanade lowered his head slightly and whispered beside her ear.

"..." That phrasing felt strangely familiar.

The warm breath brushing against her ear made her shiver involuntarily.

"Why aren't you being mischievous anymore? Hmm?" Hoshino Kanade gently stroked the back of her neck, waiting for her response.

"Are you trying to do something improper?" Kiyona asked softly.

She could feel how intimate she and Hoshino Kanade were at that moment. Combined with his familiar words from earlier, she instantly understood what he intended.

After all, she was not completely ignorant about such matters.

If it was Hoshino Kanade, intimate contact did not seem unacceptable.

But... would they really not be expelled for this?

"Is it okay?" She did not resist Hoshino Kanade's touch, and her words directly pierced through the thin veil of ambiguity between them.

It was practically an invitation.

"...Something will happen. Outside... Chabashira seems to have come back again. Listen, there are voices too."

She tried to push against Hoshino Kanade's chest, but her limp body had no strength.

"They can't hear us outside. You made a sound just now, and nothing happened."

She had not refused. That meant it was fine.

"But we'll get expelled..." Kiyona unconsciously shifted her body, only to discover that the friction brought them even closer together.

She could feel her Body Temperature rising as well, her body gradually slipping beyond her control.

Especially at this moment...

"Mm!" A low groan escaped Hoshino Kanade before Kiyona immediately covered his mouth.

He had been quite eager already, and Kiyona had struck a critical spot directly. The effect was outstanding.

Of course, it was not an injury.

Kiyona reacted quickly. She had noticed that something was wrong too, and while forcing herself not to make a sound, she also had to help Hoshino Kanade restrain himself. It was truly unbearable.

She felt something soft and moist against her palm—it was Hoshino Kanade's lips.

What should she do?

Powerful, unfamiliar emotions crashed over her, leaving her at a loss.

This could not go on forever. She feared both that Hoshino Kanade would push his luck and that he would be unable to hold back a sound, leading to their expulsion.

In a flash, she thought of a brilliant idea.

It was inspired by the knowledge she had accumulated in her daily life.

She released her hand, then quickly rose onto her tiptoes and gently kissed his lips.

In the darkness, all she could see were his bright eyes widening slightly.

The touch of their lips was simple and pure, yet it sent a wave of joy and satisfaction surging through her from within.

Hoshino Kanade had never expected that although Kiyona said no, her actions would be so proactive.

Could this feeling be described as sweet?

He unconsciously wanted more, applying a little pressure with the hand supporting the back of her head.

The arm around her waist tightened as well.

Kiyona was inexperienced. How could she have endured such stimulation before? Moreover, she had always been emotionally detached. The surging feelings at that moment left her both helpless and immersed.

"Mm... mm..." Kiyona struggled lightly, and only then did Hoshino Kanade stop.

Even in the darkness, he could sense the heat in her cheeks and the watery, gentle softness of her eyes.

Kiyona panted rapidly.

By all rights, she should not have been like this. She had no precise understanding of her physical condition, but she was certainly stronger than an ordinary person.

Yet before Hoshino Kanade, it was as though she had lost all her strength and defenses, utterly unable to resist in his embrace.

Still... she did not dislike this feeling.

"Are you okay?" Hoshino Kanade asked in a low voice. They were both inexperienced, relying entirely on instinct for their intimacy. He had not expected her to be so clumsy.

"I'm fine." Her tone was no longer as calm as it had been before.

As though she had discovered a new continent, she rose onto her tiptoes again and lightly pressed her lips to his cheek, as if expressing her affection. Then she moved close to his lips and softly said, "Continue."

Looking at the lips so close before him, he knew Kiyona was waiting for him to take the initiative.

Although he did not understand why Kiyona had suddenly become so proactive, or why the distance between them had suddenly closed, he had no time to think about it. He could only crave her kisses.

Their lips and tongues met once more. This time, Kiyona tentatively slipped in the tip of her tongue, soon receiving an inexperienced yet fervent response.

The kiss temporarily soothed one kind of thirst, yet ignited another, deeper desire.

An indescribable impulse tested his self-control.

All he could do was hold the person in his arms tighter.

Kiyona noticed his change, but she knew it was a normal male reaction. Instead, it only showed that Hoshino Kanade felt a strong affection for her.

She simply had no experience and did not know how to respond.

"You're like this...?" she asked softly, instinctively feeling that he would be uncomfortable if this continued, because she was somewhat uncomfortable too.

"I'll be fine after holding you a little longer..." In a place like this, they could not do anything after all. Perhaps he would calm down soon.

"Mm." Kiyona gently adjusted her position, allowing them to lean against each other more comfortably.

Hoshino Kanade found Kiyona's unusually calm reaction... well, only natural. As expected of Kiyona.