-June 15.
In the inner court of the Royal Palace in the Kingdom of Amazon Lily.
On the large divan that served as a throne.
Hancock lay on her side amid silk and brocade. With the passage of time, her belly had taken on a rounded curve, only adding to her allure.
"Say, Sephi~"
She rested her head on Sephiroth's chest, her long black hair cascading down like a waterfall.
"Hmm?"
Feeling Hancock move, Sephiroth looked down.
Her loose, deep-purple gauze robe had slipped a little to one side, revealing half of what lay beneath.
As she breathed, gentle folds formed in the fabric over the upper curve of her belly.
From his vantage point, this was decidedly dangerous.
"Are you happy that you met me?"
Hancock's eyelids were half lowered, her lashes casting languid shadows as her fingertips unconsciously twirled the ends of her hair.
But when she heard the sound in Sephiroth's throat, she chuckled softly and shifted her head.
"Yes, very happy."
Sephiroth leaned down.
Their foreheads touched, their eyes meeting upside down.
The most beautiful woman in the world indulged his every wish. That really was happiness.
She gave a soft hum, an indulgent smile curling her lips.
Her fingers traced the curve of her belly in a gesture that seemed both soothing and showing off.
"But, Sephi~ You've seemed very busy this past week."
-You've visited less often this past week, and stayed for less time each visit. I feel so neglected... and a little anxious.
...That was what she meant.
After all, with Teleportation, Sephiroth still came to see her quite frequently.
"Sorry, I really have had some things to take care of."
Leaning against Sephiroth, Hancock adjusted her position and sat up.
From behind, he wrapped both arms around her, gently rocking her