vieraofinaba | Open Post: Yua Narukami

[Yua was right about how the party in Slitherbough was going to go all night. It was almost to its embers when she had to get back from her fun night with Emet-Selch and she had to sneak in as to not disturb Minfilia, whom she was sharing sleeping quarters with. Y'shtola would have been there but apparently she stayed with Runar (and Yua's making a note to use that to embarrass the crap out of her when needed) and Thancred and Urianger took another area for themselves.

Once the party was rested up and quite possibly no longer hungover (looking at you Thancred), they made their way out of Rat'tika and back towards the Crystarium to give the Exarch the good news about the Lightwarden. Thankfully, no one knew about Yua's little time away with the ascian except for her ghostly companion and the conversation went as well as expected.

"So, how was your time with the ascian?"
"You were watching?!"
"Hey, I didn't have much of a choice!"

Yeah, it was awkward but not a deal breaker. Ardbert did warn her to be careful for her own sake but Yua kept reassuring him that it would be fine. After the group reached the gates of the crystal city, Yua was practically forced to go back to the Pendants to rest up while the rest would go on and give their report. It was not unwelcome and it would give time for her to try and think on everything so far.

Despite it being nighttime, Yua finds herself restless again like most nights. But at least the sunless sea is a welcome for her self. But it's quiet...like too quiet.]

[ Three Lightwardens still remained in power and that was enough to keep the plan on its course. And from what he had observed this far, none but the warrior had shown to be worth his time. Which could prove to be a complication in the end. And when the Warrior of Darkness and her companions set off on their way to the Crystarium Emet-Selch retreated to the shadows.

In the time it took between then and now, the Ascian had sought solitude in the familiar, hollow sanctuary that was tucked away in the depths of the Tempest. He lingered amongst the shades but said nothing to them. Instead, his eyes wandered and took in the sights of the reconstructed spires and buildings, all remnants of a time long since past.

A past that she was showing signs of remembering.

And he was torn between elation and frustration, each for their own respective reasons.

Arriving unannounced in her room sometime later, Emet-Selch's gaze fell upon her at once by the window. With a grin and a bow to mask his clashing thoughts, the ascian broke the silence. ]

Should you not be resting? The hour is late by your mortal standards after all.

[She is glad Ardbert has gone off somewhere else and the others were busy with their work to check in on her. When Emet greets her, Yua cannot help but smile as she walks towards him.]

Sleep and I have a weird relationship; sometimes for better or worse.

[Yep, she is happy to see him.]

[ He watched her approach and noted that she seemed pleased to see him. Admittedly, this was a not a notion he was used to. ]

Perhaps you should consider a more pleasant relationship with sleep. I find it to be one of the few perks in existence.

[ It was one of his preferred methods of passing time after all. Though now as he held his arms open to her, Emet-Selch was beginning to suspect he may have found another. ]

One where I can get it much more naturally would be wonderful.

[Well there's three ways she can but two are rather harsh; the third is a bit easier but depending on who. But seeing those arms out and open, Yua couldn't resist but go to them and return the embrace.]

Did anyone tell you how warm you feel? It's good.

[ An idea or two briefly came to mind but Emet-Selch set them aside, unable to help the low chuckle at her words. She felt small in his arms as he held her close, resting his chin upon her shoulder. ]

You are the first to say this, my dear. I cannot say I am in the habit of embracing others like this.

[ He was not to sort to let just anyone in. ]

[Hey, he only has like an inch or two over her when not slouching.]

There's always the first time.

[It must be something considering where he is and the company that is within the walls of the city that makes the risk greater and much more satisfying.]

Besides, you seem to want it even if it means going into the place where people may wanna kick the crap out of you. Excluding myself.

[ He smirked at this and pulled back enough to see her face now. His embrace loosened so that his arms were wrapped lightly around her waist but he was not inclined to release her entirely. ]

Now, now, here is a difference in 'wanting to' and 'being capable of'. A difference that is to my advantage and thus I find myself here.

I should ask why you're here but I figure the answer is right in front of me.

[And as she says it, Yua moves to give him a quick peck on the cheek. Clearly no alterior motives here.]

[ Remember how Emet-Selch is an ass? Well, even if she didn't need the reminder, here was one anyway. ]

I could very well leave if you prefer to go back to staring wistfully out the window.

[ Or so he says, before leaning forward to rest his forehead against hers. ]

You ass.

[But she is laughing instead.]

And this is why I like you.

[ He laughs quietly at this. ]

And you continue to fascinate me. [ Bringing a hand up to her face, he brushed his thumb against her cheek. ] How could Her chosen be such a peculiar being?

[Because of her otherworld experience? Because she's done the save the world job already? Or maybe because Yua herself is just odd, she believes as she leans into his touch.]

If I'm different then I'm doing it right I suppose.

[Definitely different if she's remembering things not what she normally does and consorting with the enemy and not giving a shit on it.]

[ That would be the definition of charming in his book, if he wrote the dictionary anyway.

Emet-Selch studied her face for a passing moment. Then his free hand waved away at the air while a grin appeared on his lips. ]

A possible answer indeed. However, I must impose an even greater quandary for you solve!

[ There was amusement in his eyes as he paused for theatrical effect-- ]

Whatever are you going to do this night if you aren't going to rest?

[Of course he'd be dramatic, remembering how she learned that as the emperor how he loved the arts and wanted the influence to spread all over. Then his grandson decided 'lol no'.]

Since you're here, I cannot think of any other way to spend my time. I will admit to being curious on what you can teach me.

Such curiosity must be tended to then.

[ It was the answer he had looked forward to hearing the most. As if it were a prize for answering correctly Emet-Selch took that moment to press a kiss to her lips with his hand cupping her other cheek now.

While it was brief his lips hovered over hers when he spoke again. ]

The subject is rather vast though, so you will need to be a touch specific on what it is you wish to learn.

[Given his kiss, her answer was correct. So what kind of information could she get out of him and be able to return in kind? Going all in without an idea on the how is something she refuses. Yua needs a start and then she recalls how a simple kiss to her hand make her go red.

And there is where she gets it. Finally breaking the kiss, she speaks up.]

Why not start with how touching can make someone feel more than expected? I believe they sometimes call it a 'sweet spot'?

[ Well that was certainly skipping a chapter or several now wasn't it? It certainly cemented the fact that she really was inexperienced with intimacy. A fact that earned her a quiet chuckle when he nudged his nose against hers. ]

Already looking to getting ahead of the lessons now are we?

[ It is what she requested though and he was not going to be the one to deny her. ]

[Well shit, she goofed on that didn't she? Whoops.]

Wow, I am really that far out there aren't I? And here I thought that was a small thing.

[She's red in the cheeks but able to chuckle at the thought. When someone can laugh off the awkwardness, does it mean they're alright? Possibly but it also means that this is one of those times where she has no damn clue. Can't know everything at once, gotta crawl before walking and all the other metaphors.]

I mean if you're willing. I'm usually a pretty good student.

It may seem like a small thing but it can take you very far when it comes satisfying your partner. Once you know what will offer them the most heightened feelings of pleasure then you can keep them satisfied over and over again.

[ Having lived countless of these lives, he had since learned how to be an exceptional lover. Knowledge that, over time, he would use to explore with the warrior standing before him. And with one more caress of her cheeks Emet-Selch allowed himself a smile, one unlike his usual Cheshire like grin. ]

And since you are willing to learn, then we will see just how perceptive you are to my directions. But first...

[ It was going to be difficult to find out what makes her tick when he himself was layered in so much cloth. He had no qualms with his attire, the heavy coat would certainly get in the way. Thus the benefits of his abilities came into play as with a snap of his fingers, the fur-lined coat simply melted into black mist, revealing the much simpler buttoned down dress shirt and pants that had been hidden beneath. ]

Much better.

[All she can do is nod as he explains, willing to listen and learn. She's ready to take direction and then he snaps his fingers and off comes that coat. She'd whistle at the sight but the fact that she is staring at the appearance underneath speaks volumes.]

Oh my.

[As much as he seems to be defined by that coat, Yua has to believe that the simple look suits Emet-Selch a bit better. Or maybe that's her own personal taste; simple and elegant and confidence can go a long way and bless the kami for this sight before her.]

[ If he wasn't a snug enough ass already, her reaction just then was like adding fuel to the fire. ]

Flattery will get you anywhere, my dear.

[ If he was going to show her how to take care of a partner he was going to take it slow to start. There was no need to rush things. And so he held out a hand for her to take, a silence question to if she was ready to begin. ]

[Such a smug man. Yua can't help but grin as she sees that hand held out to her. She's ready for this and takes his hand without a word, letting her body movements do it for her.

'Show me.'.]

[ Words would only be in the way now. Once he felt the comfortable weight of her hand in his own, he drew her in close, his free one taking its place on the small of her back. His lips found hers in a slow kiss that gradually deepened.

All thoughts of the rejoining and the plans ahead were pushed aside in this moment. He had said he would teach her and he planned on doing so. For now, for this one night, all of his focus and attention was all on seeing just what would make the warrior in his arms succumb to pleasure. ]

[There will be no duties from either one of them tonight it seems, just focus on the only two in the room. As if they were in their own little world, closed off from the rest of it.

His kisses feel sensual to the unexperienced warrior as she allows him to explore her mouth, letting her free hand feel the body his coat had hidden. Yua was always a curious one and this is something that has her intrigued.]

Part 2, ShB Spoilers likely [Closed]

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