Chapter 108: Ch 101: Helen's busy~
As Helen stood by the pool in the garden dome, staring at her tear-streaked reflection, a gentle tap on her shoulder made her heart skip.
The situation felt strangely familiar, like when she had reached out to Erik on the balcony just a little while ago.
She turned around quickly, her eyes widening in surprise as she saw Erik standing behind her, his face softer, more open.
Embarrassed, she quickly wiped away her tears, a half-hearted smile on her face. "I'm sorry I ran away, Erik, it wasn't your fault. I just—"
Erik raised a finger to her lips, gently silencing her. "Hush...first, let me talk, okay?" His voice was soft but firm, and Helen's heart pounded as she nodded.
He took a small breath as if carefully considering his next words. "Helen, I know it wasn't my joke that hurt you, it was my ignorance, denseness, or whatever you call it..." he began, his gaze steady. "I didn't mean to make you cry, and I'm really sorry for that."
"Hm," Helen smiled.
"The truth is... on that day when I confessed to you and told me to ask you out again I took it as a rejection. I was insecure of my body, and got afraid to approach anyone again."
Helen's heart squeezed at his words, but she just nodded, holding her breath as he continued.
"But now I know you didn't mean it that way. I didn't realize how much I've been making you feel like you're on the outside, or that I'd been pushing you away."
"Erik," she whispered, barely holding back fresh tears. She couldn't find the words, but she didn't have to.
"I want to make up for it," he said, looking directly into her eyes, his gaze intense. "And I know I'm quite late… but if you'd let me, Helen, I'd like to date you. No jokes, no running away."
Her breath hitched, and she felt her heart leap. "Are you… sure?" she asked, her voice almost a whisper.
Erik's lips curved into a small smile. "Yes, Helen. I am. If you'll have me while knowing I'll share my love to Wanda and Cindy as well."
Helen's face lit up, and she nodded eagerly. "Yes…yes, I will!"
A look of relief formed on his face as well, he really wasn't sure if she'd accept his terms, being a part of a harem, and he let out a small chuckle. "Good… becaus--"
Before he could finish his sentence, she leaped into his arms, wrapping hers around his neck, and pressed her lips to his, a tear rolling down her cheek as she felt a wave of pure happiness wash over her.
The weight of all those feelings, fears, and hopes she'd been holding onto melted away in that single, heartfelt kiss.
Erik's arms tightened around her slim waist, pulling her close as he returned the kiss with the same passion. He felt the warmth of her embrace, the softness of her touch, and he held her as if he'd never let her go.
She was his first friend in this universe, she was the first person whom he could normally talk with in this universe, she was the first person who laughed at his silly jokes, she was the first person he came to genuinely like in this world.
Sinking into the moment he'd wanted for so long but never allowed himself to believe could be real, he hugged her tighter and kissed her lips.
They broke the kiss only briefly, just enough for Helen to gaze up at him, her eyes shining with emotion. "You don't know how long I've waited for this, Erik," she whispered, a soft smile lighting up her face.
He brushed a stray tear from her cheek, his own smile gentle yet full of relief. "Then I'll make sure it was worth the wait," he murmured, leaning down to capture her lips once more.
As Erik and Helen held each other, Helen suddenly heard footsteps behind Erik.
Glancing over Erik's shoulder, she noticed Wanda and Cindy standing there, arms crossed, watching with matching, intimidating auras.
Wanda clapped her hands slowly, her tone dripping with sarcasm. "Wow, Erik, can't leave you alone for a second, huh? And now you've gone and seduced Helen?"
Cindy raised an eyebrow, smirking. "Or was it the other way around? I've been seeing those hot glances for a while now."
Erik cleared his throat and, gently separating from Helen, turned to face his girlfriends. "Oh…hey, you two. Well…uh, how do I start? This is Helen…my new girlfriend," he stammered, glancing nervously between them. "I hope you won't…um…mind?"
Wanda and Cindy looked at him coldly for a beat, then shifted their gaze to Helen, who suddenly felt the weight of their scrutiny.
"Helen," Wanda stepped forward, "you were my first female friend, and... you..."
Helen readied to apologize and beg on her knees for their acceptance into the harem.
Wanda raised her arm and Helen closed her eyes to brace herself for a slap or two. She had already braced herself for this, for harsh treatment and harsh words.
But... instead, Wanda wrapped her arms around Helen in a warm hug.
"I'm glad your feelings finally got answered," Wanda said as she hugged her friend.
Helen, for a moment couldn't even process but then... she felt a tear slip down her cheek as she returned the hug, overwhelmed with relief and joy. Cindy joined the hug with a grin, squeezing them both.
"Welcome to the club, Helen," Cindy said warmly, pulling back and giving her a playful nudge. "But be warned, it's not all smooth sailing, especially during nights," she teased, gesturing toward Erik with a smirk.
Erik scratched the back of his neck, grinning sheepishly.
What could he say? It was a dream come true seeing his girlfriends get along.
"Hey, Erik?" Wanda called out, "So, when are we leaving to kill that planet?"
"As I said, we'll rest today and probably leave once the army is done with the preparations."
Wanda smirked and turned to Helen to whisper something in her ear.
Helen nodded, slightly blushing.
Cindy smirked as lightly tapped Helen's butt and whispered something in her ear as well.
"What!?" Helen exclaimed loudly.
And that's how a few hours later... Erik found himself on top of Helen, completely naked, "Is it alright if I put it in?"
However, in this large bedroom, they were not alone. Wanda and Cindy were beside them watching Erik and Helen 'get busyy~~' for the first time.
Helen's face was bright red, her heart pounding wildly as she looked up at Erik... but she nodded, silently giving him the consent to deflower her pussy.
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