Book 4: Chapter 56: Captured

Lily leaned her numb body against the cabin wall, conflicting thoughts gradually echoing within her blank mind.

Having the soul of a boy, she naturally didnt dislike the feeling of intimacy with a woman as beautiful as s.h.i.+mizu. However, this was only at an instinctual level; not a true reflection of Lilys purest desires and will.

The body her soul occupied also had its protests the unconscious resistance from being forcefully kissed by another girl and having her most sensitive areas explored.

So was the nature of women, especially girls like Lily who tread the path of samurai and tempered their strength. They not only had to protect the world, but also themselves; not only take risks to obtain treasures, but also take precautions to ensure they themselves dont become the treasure being taken by others.

Lily was self-aware about her body, to be precise, her Senior Sisters body. Having experienced the charm, warmth, and intoxicating smell of her Senior Sister firsthand, Lily knew that in the Heian Dynasty, she might be the most beautiful jewel in terms of beauty.

How could such a treasure be casually taken and toyed with by others?

But wasnt she currently being played with by a girl named s.h.i.+mizu?

It was common practice for pract.i.tioners to seize treasures, but wouldnt they themselves be captured if they were just as appealing?

Contradicting thoughts rattled Lilys mind.

The process of seizing treasures was arduous and fraught with dangers, but after success, it was a joyful and thrilling feeling1.

As for being the one taken away

Lily didnt have an opinion on that, nor did she want to think about it.

Perhaps other women didnt face such contradictions, especially ordinary women. But among women who enjoyed affection from the same gender, there were hunters and those that relished being hunted.

Lily, a girl with the soul of a boy, fell into her own special category which betrayed the natural order of the world, representing a seemingly simple but philosophical issue.

Now that she had grown accustomed to her female body, such contradictions were clearer to her.

But the current problem revolves around Sister s.h.i.+mizu. How can I reject her without hurting her feelings? If things continue on like this

The sweet kiss, however nice, eventually ended. The bridge of transparent saliva connecting their tongues soon broke, leaving Lily to support her weak body against the damp wall. Her slightly messy hair spilled across her heaving, delicate shoulders as she tried to control her ragged breath.

s.h.i.+mizu, who was still lost in her desires, buried her face between Lilys ample bosom and got drunk on her fragrance. Subconsciously, her hand snakily traced Lilys kimono, tugging and ready to pull it open.

Lily furrowed her brows and issued a m.u.f.fled snort.

No, no!

At this critical juncture, Lily recalled the last moments with her Senior Sister at the end of twilight the rea.s.suring care and warmth in her eyes.

With renewed strength, she recklessly shoved s.h.i.+mizu aside and stumbled to her feet. She then ran to the sliding door, opened it, and escaped.

A single person was left in the cabin. Her long hair was scattered and her eyes were misty, still lingering on the open door.

s.h.i.+mizu wasnt angry with Lily. On the contrary, she was quite happy with her current gains. Today, she succeeded in breaking a line of defense. Though she had many layers to go, she didnt mind and rather liked the idea of making Lily surrender one step at a time.

She smiled, Escape? Can you really escape from me? Lil Sis, youre stronger than me, but you still wont be able to escape. Not because Ill incessantly force you, but because you like when I do this to you, right? Why not admit it honestly? Is it because you know itll please my interest, sister?

Lily fled to the deck. The surrounding lake was covered by drifting clouds and fog, barely allowing the faint silhouettes of distant mountains to be visible.

There were also a few samurai and merchants lounging about the deck. They cast her strange looks upon seeing her disheveled figure.

Lily blushed in embarra.s.sment,

Is there nowhere quiet on this boat?

Get lost!2

What? The worriers and merchants were taken aback.

I said all of you get lost! Lily angrily repeated. She waved her long sleeves, triggering a gust of wind that blasted the surrounding people to the ground and almost caused one of them to fall into the lake.

Most of these people had long heard that there were two strong female warriors on the boat. They had beat up Fujiwaras young master and powerful bodyguards before throwing them into the lake. Recalling this story, several people quickly fled into their respective cabins.

Lily lay on the railings of the s.h.i.+p, allowing the wind to caress her body and cool her heated emotions.

Senior sisterits so hard Its so hard for me to endure

At this moment, a young girl stared at Lilys pet.i.te back from a side building of the s.h.i.+p. She wore a short kimono and her braided twin-tail sported a pair of copper bells. Because of Lilys bent position, her wide hips and plump b.u.t.tocks were accentuated by the kimono and presented the young girl with a favorable view.

Kagami Lily, kimonos suit you really well, Ui said to herself, Although big brother doesnt allow me to take action, it would be a shame to miss such a good opportunity to play with her.

Just as she was about to approach Lily from behind, s.h.i.+mizu came out of the cabin.

Cheh! Ui grunted unhappily and retreated to the shadowy area of the side building.

Lilys sadness evoked pain in s.h.i.+mizus own heart.

She went over and hugged Lily from behind, pressing her soft abdomen against Lilys protruding b.u.t.t.

Alright, I wont tease you anymore so dont cry, dear sister. Big sister is sorry for what she did, okay? Come, lets go back inside before it starts raining.

Lily didnt cry because she was taken advantage of, but because of her confusion and brittle resistance. She blamed herself for her weakness and grieved for her Senior Sister.

It was otherwise inevitable to face difficulties in this foreign world, but the betrayal of ones own heart and body was still unforgivable.

No, for the sake of this tragic love, I cant cry. I still dont have any clues about Senior Sisters situation. The only lead I have is this Fujiwara no Ayaka. Sister Uesugi said she was headed for Mt. Ooe, but I also have no clues about her. I shouldnt mull over these disappointing thoughts too much. Even if Im ashamed, I cant allow it to continue disturbing my mind.

Sister s.h.i.+mizu doesnt owe me anything. She saved me despite the danger and accompanied me in my seemingly suicidal journey to the West. Even if Im reluctant, a few kisses and touches arent anything compared to what Sister s.h.i.+mizu has done for me. Why should I lose my temper and upset my sister over this?

Maybe because of the cool wind, Lily felt a little relieved. She turned around with an aggrieved nod and allowed s.h.i.+mizu to pull her away. During their short walk, s.h.i.+mizu took the chance to hug Lilys waist. Although Lily didnt know what she wanted to do, she didnt push her away anymore.

Ui hid by the side and looked at the duo, What is the relations.h.i.+p between these two women? Arent Kanto samurai said to be more conservative? Is the Kanto Regions style becoming similar to the n.o.ble ladies circle of Heian-kyo?

Robinxen: This just in; Women=s.h.i.+nies in Lilys mind.

Robinxen: Oh no shes becoming a tyrant.