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[Truth be told, she was honestly not sure if she should have accepted his invitation to join «ALfheim Online», but it was worth a shot. She had never played a VRMMO before, yet she knew that it would be very different from the other games she played back in middle school when she was a hikkikomori. Character creation was the thing that probably took the most out of her. There were just so many choices to choose. . .

But if she was going to use this account as her main (she could always make another, for trolling purposes) it would be for the best to keep things simple -- which is why she decided that her avatar should look similarly enough to her actual self. It would probably help him find her easier when she logged in.

The only exception to the rule was the race— choosing a Cait Sith, which meant that she had an additional cat ears and tail that matched the color of her raven colored hair. And the name she chose for her avatar was also rather simple; she took the first character of her last name and switch to katakana to type out the two characters for her intended handle: Ine.

Now all she had to do was wait for the idiot to show up in the first town that she was spawned in. Just because she was familiar with games didn't necessarily mean that she didn't need help, especially in something that caused her to be fully immersed in the game like this. Letting out a self-deprecating sigh, fingers ran through her hair as she crossed her arms over her chest, taking quick glances around as the cat ears that rested atop her head twitched in anticipation.]

Geez. He better not take too long, or else I'll kick his ass into the next world!

[As if that were possible, considering that in this world, she would be considered a level one newbie and would barely be able to defeat him. He had experience, after all...]

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[She is getting full of herself. If he wasn't wary of actually being reported, he'd probably tell her. He still looks a little off-balance as his breath catches in his throat and he strokes his chin idly. What sort of favor could she even want? She better not ask for any of his rare items or for him to buy her something with his hard-earned money.

Finally, he eyes her a little more and then slumps some.]

... Well? I can't give a favor if I don't know what it is.

[She might be getting a little full of herself, but that's totally fine. Swinging her arms playfully, she takes a step closer to him, staring at him with a serious look in her eyes.]

Just stay there, Kirito.

[She furrows her brow in frustration, if only just a little as she narrows her eyes directly at him, taking a few more steps closer to him.]

Don't move an inch.

[Since she doesn't tell him what she wants, he has no clue what's on her mind. Then she starts to move closer, and he tenses up and straightens up at the same time, blinking as he goes rigid. He doesn't know what to think about that serious look in her eyes, and he doesn't know what to think about her getting closer and closer to him as well.]

Th-This... what sort of favor is this?

[He grits his teeth but stays very still.]

You'll find out once I do it. Just... stay still.

[She hitches a breath, her blush deepening. She can feel her heart hammering in her chest, and she's wondering if doing this is a good idea. Steeling herself, she takes yet another step before suddenly wrapping her arms around him suddenly.]

E-Ehhhh?

[That's definitely not what he's expecting. How is this even a favor? She wants a hug or something? Then again, maybe she's just trying to ruin his reputation. Anybody could walk by and see the Black Swordsman, the Demon Swordsman, the Duel-Wielding Warrior, Kuro-sensei, being hugged by a newbie as he turns red.

All he can do is stand there as she wraps her arms around him.]

Ine-san... hahh?

Sorry, sorry-- this is weird, isn't it?

[She wants to bury her face in his chest, completely embarrassed as the cat ears atop her ears droop somewhat, her tail flicking up and down as she clings onto him, a little greedily.]

Is it... bad, Kirito?

[It isn't bad, but it's unexpected. Combined with the fact that Kirito is a shy and awkward guy at his core, he really doesn't know how to react. Besides... she didn't know it, but he really considered her very cute. Relationships weren't really his thing, and even if they were, he'd be way too embarrassed to ask her out or try anything. Getting her to play ALO with him was the closest he got to asking her on a date.

Now she's hugging him.

He shifts uncomfortably back and forth as she clings to him. Then he reaches up behind her and rests his hand gently on her lower back.]

Nnnnnn-- it isn't. It's nice... but Ine-san is forward about this. Is a hug the favor you want?

Ah...

[Finding herself swallowing nervously as he speaks her intentions, she's unable to speak any longer. Maybe it's the lump in her throat that prevents her from saying anything more, her nervousness bubbling up onto the surface. It's difficult to put this in words, so she decided to let actions speak for her.

His hand on her lower back feels comfortable, and she leans against his touch, purring into it almost. But she soon realizes what she did and her face burns red, pressing her forehead against his chest, her voice a soft murmur.]

I'm usually not like this. It's... stupid. But yeah. [After a while, she reels, lifting her head as she stares at him. Her gaze is gentle and her expression is clearly embarrassed, yet at the same time, elated.] I mean, it's not like I can go further than this.

[It's her expression that makes his heart thump and causes him to consider more than just a hug. He turns red as he looks to the side, though his hand remains on her back. If anything he pulls her closer, enjoying the feel of her warmth against his own. It's really amazing how such a sensation can be replicated in a game like this. They're both virtual, but it feels so real.

He coughs into his free hand.]

W-Well... there are things like renting a room in the inn... and then there is the Ethics Code and such. And then more can be done, but that's just a reply to your statement is all, unless Ine-san wants to take it as a suggestion.

[He blurts it out and then feels like an idiot for saying so.]

Eh?

[A confused look washes across her features, blink not just once, but twice before he pulls her closer. It feels nice, having him so close to her. Even though pulling him into a hug was just a spur of the moment idea that flickered in her head, when he suggests that, she seriously takes it into consideration, looking directly into his eyes as she asks, shyly, her crude tone dropping.]

Really? Would it be okay if we did that right now... Kirito?

[Her response makes him blink several times. Was she being serious? The thought turns him crimson once more. He can't look her in the eyes anymore, especially since she's starting to seem even cuter than ever. It's not the real world, however, so he has at least a little bit of courage when it comes to matters with a girl like this.]

A-Ah. You're really going along with that?

[Shuffling some, he looks around and then reaches for one of her hands. He laces her fingers gently between hers and pulls away from her, turning around quickly so he doesn't have to look at her. Without another word, he tugs her gently and starts to walk towards the center of the city, towards the inn in which he has his home base. He's rented one of the biggest and most luxurious rooms there is, complete with a bar and everything else. That's where he has his little party meetups with other friends.

He doesn't even have to stop at the front desk. All he does is lead her up the stairs and to a door that has a tag above it: Suite: belonging to Kirito and then there's a time in hours and days after it to show how much longer he has it rented for. When the door closes behind them, he coughs into his free hand and lets her go.]

I guess this is rushed... ahhhahah. Mh, welcome to my home away from home. Do you... want another hug?

[She can hear her heart thumping loudly in her chest, and when she's about to say something, he soon grabs her hand and turns away from her. What does he plan on doing? Was he serious? His words make her more nervous than ever before as she finds himself teetering to where he drags her to, looking rather surprised, but at the same... not.

Now they're alone, away from the public eye. She swallows and shakes her head in response, smiling.]

No, it's fine. Kirito. I was the one who started this, so I guess... I was the one who rushed it to begin with. [To his question, however, she nods slowly, her voice soft.] Yeah. If it's okay with you.

[It's true she was the one to initiate the contact, but that doesn't make it easier on him. He didn't know she liked him in that way, but having her hug him makes it obvious, doesn't it? She's attracted to him. Of course, they always teased and trolled each other in school... but now they're doing this sort of thing together.

He swallows and looks around again as if expecting someone to be watching. It's stupid since nobody can come into his room, but he does it anyways.

Then he steps closer to her and reaches out. One hand lifts up behind her and cradles the back of her head, drawing her face close to his chest. The other rests on her lower back once more. Then he pulls her in close and hugs her tightly as his chin rests on top of her head between her large cat ears.]

... H~eh? Does this mean you're going to hug me in the real world from now on too?

[Her cat ears twitch happily in response to his touch, not wanting him to let go of her. A heavy sigh leaves her lips as she tries to think about what she should say.

It takes her a while, humming inquisitively to herself before she manages to speak, her voice even.]

Nnn... I don't know. Do you want me to hug you in the real world, Kazuto?

[She switches to his actual name now that they're alone, but also because they're actually talking about they're talking about the reality. Being close to him like this gives her a strange sense of... comfort. It's something that she enjoys readily.]

[The question makes him pause and look away. Yes, he would like that, but he doesn't know if he can actually say it since it's embarrassing to admit. He really did think she was cute, and he liked being around her even if the two of them teased each other mercilessly. Now she's asking him straight up if he wants hugs in the real world. She's practically asking if he likes her, so his answer will make it obvious one way or another.]

U-Unfair question...

[He mumbles a little. Since she's using his real name, it makes it more real... even if she has cat ears and a tail.

Still... he debates for a second as he leans back. Then he takes a breath and quickly leans in, pressing his lips firmly to hers in a kiss.

... She should also have a window popping up asking if she wants to send Kirito to ALO's version of jail since he's violated rules by doing this.]

[When he says it's unfair, all she can do is throw him an indignant glare, her lips forming a clear pout. She wanted him to answer her question, so the one who was being unfair wasn't her, it was him, for not giving her a proper reply!

But he soon answers her with a gentle kiss, causing her eyes to widen. But at the same time, her gaze flickers towards the window that pops up and hastily brings her finger to the 'no' button. It's fine if he does this to her; it feels amazing -- even if this is just a simulation of what a kiss would feel like, it's not something repulsive and not something that she would send him to jail for.

Even if a scenario like that kind of amuses her. Maybe she should tell him about it later?

The flush of her cheeks deepen as she hums into the kiss, deepening it eagerly with a smile playing across her lips, relaxing her body as she brings her hands to his shoulders to bring him closer to her.]

[When it's too much, he pulls back. Even if this world isn't real, his burning lungs tell him that he needs air. That's why he stops the kiss and inhales deeply as he looks down at her. Once more he's struck by how cute she is. Then he realizes he just kissed her, and the blush on his face grows more intense as he grits his teeth some.]

Mh... Inaba-san tastes good in this world. Do you taste the same in the real world?

[He gives her a cheeky smile and then leans in to rest his forehead to hers. After a bit, he presses his lips to hers once more, but instinct has him going further, sliding his tongue out to try and tempt hers to join.]

I... I wouldn't know!

[Her voice is flustered when he calls her by her actual name, bringing her hands up as she waves them frantically in response. Of course, it's her last name, but it still gets her going, her stomach twisting in an insatiable need for more. There's a soft sound that leaves her lips as he places his forehead on hers.

It feels comfortable, warm. And she can't stop him from pressing his lips against her own; she wants it-- no, she needs it just as much as he does, and it's her carnal instincts that drive her forward, slipping her own tongue past her lips when she feels his own, giving into the temptation and urge that makes her want him this badly, reaching out to taste his tongue on her own.]

[Before he realizes it, he's rubbing his tongue against hers and making the kiss even deeper than before. He can't even remember how it got to this point, but he likes it. Inaba tastes very good, and he meant it when he was curious about how she tasted in the real world. Are they going to do this sort of thing outside of the game too? Will they meet up and kiss and hug like this in the real world?

He doesn't know. After a bit, he breaks the kiss again.]

... Inaba-san, open your menu and go to the main options. Then you can turn the Ethics Code off.

[Other than that, he doesn't explain more. He dips back in and presses his lips to her neck and begins kissing her there as his hands roam behind her more adventurously. One of them even ends up on her ass, pulling her closer.]

[The taste of his tongue on her own is enough for her to redden even more, but she instinctively goes along with the heated, deep kiss. This alone is enough for her mind to nearly go blank, her eyes growing watery before breaking the kiss and sending her back into reality -- or rather, as much of a reality that ALO can give her without being driven by this intense lust that's building up inside of her, ready to burst.]

Haa...

[A heavy sigh is released when he breaks the kiss, dipping her head into a nod as she hazily lifts her arm to open the menu, her gaze still fixated on Kirito and his actions as his lips touch her neck, causing her to jolt slightly in pleasure before she finds the option to turn off the Ethics Code.

Once it's done, she lowers her arms, resting it around his neck to pull him forward. When one of his hands rests on her ass, however, Inaba's tail flicks upward in surprise, her blush reaching the tips of her ears as a cry leaves the raven haired girl's lips.]

Nya—?!

[And at that strange mewl, Inaba's face reddens an even darker crimson, immediately burying her head into Kirito's shoulder as her ears droop in shame.]

[The cute noise makes Kirito break the kiss and lean back. He stares for a bit as she buries her face in close to his shoulder, and then he smiles a little. His hand continues to gently stroke through her hair as if he really is petting an animal. She sounded like an actual cat there! Maybe choosing her race as Cait Sith had more effects than even he knew. Could the programming alter stuff like that in a person's personality?

After a moment of silence, he leads her from the spot over to the large bed. Then he makes her sit on the edge as he crouches down on his knees in front of her and looks up into her eyes. His hands move to her sides and he tilts his head a little, smiling yet again.]

Mh, well... do you want to stop for today and talk more about the game?

[Her face was seriously burning at the sound she made, embarrassed. She had done it out of instinct, honestly as she felt her heart race nervously. And the touch of his hand caressing her hair makes her purr into his touch. She felt comfortable around him, comfortable enough to be this open with him. She wouldn't be like this around anyone else, but that alone made her want to apologize profusely.

She was acting so strange around him. . .]

Mm-?

[Raising her head as she's led to the bed, sitting down on the edge as they look into each other's eyes, he asks a question. It's a question that makes her even more nervous, fingers twisting the hem of her skirt uncomfortably.

While it was true that she didn't want to stop, she didn't want to inconvenience him if he didn't want to go further, so she kept quiet. It made her feel uneasy, but she couldn't just ask him... for something like that. As a hollow laugh left her lips, she forced a smile before heavily sighing against his touch.]

Well... if you want to talk about the game, we can talk about the game.

[Placing her hands behind her, palms down on the bed, she leaned back slightly, trying to get herself more comfortable from where she sat.]

By the way, why is there an option to turn the Ethics Code off?

H~eh? Asking something like that is sort of embarrassing...

[He turns a little red but stays in his spot for the moment. When she leans back on her palms, he sits up some more and stays in front of her. His hands move from her sides to drop down and rest on the bed, though he honestly wants to place them on her thighs or knees. Even if he's really never been the type to be perverted or something, he can't help but admit to himself that he thinks Inaba is cute and wants to kiss her even more.]

The best answer I have is that someone wanted to program the game to be as realistic as possible while also giving people the option to opt out if they want this to just be a game and not a second life.

[That explanation probably needs a little more behind it to be understandable. He leans closer, hovering over her lap as he looks up into her face even more.]

With that option turned off... couples in the game could even do that.

[She tries to retain her composure as she blinks at him curiously, her gaze wandering as he moves his hands, instinctively pressing her thighs together as she listens to his explanation with open ears -- literally. Her ears twitched at his explanation, almost as if telling him that she was actually paying attention.]

Huh... so that's why it's there. That makes sense.

[And then she freezes up slightly, her face turning redder and redder. Boy, she kept on blushing today, and she could feel it bubbling up, her feelings rising to the surface. She knew what he meant when he said that.

Gulping down the nervousness, she blurted out:]

Does that mean you could even do that if you were by yourself?

[Her question makes him pause and then nod. The truth was he's never tried, but it should work in theory. He's never done any of it, really. The only reason he has the Ethics Code off is because this world is as real to him as the other world is. Kirito was the type of person that actually lives more in the virtual world than the other one because he feels like he can be more like himself here. He's the kind in danger of becoming completely obsessed with the VRMMO.]

W-Well, it would only make sense that something like that can be done as well.

[Leaning back, he sits on his knees in the floor in front of her and rubs his chin in though.]

Mmh, but then again, you could just log out and do something like that anyways.

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