Lost Sword story · Character episode
Nesha Episode
4 scenes, 184 lines
1. Reunion with a Dangerous Witch
46 linesThe golden hue spread across the fields catches my eye.
It was my first time in this town, but one look at the bountiful wheat was enough to tell the mood was good.
The place is lively. With music and dancing in full swing, even a stranger like me felt swept up in it.
A dancer who enthralls people in a place like this... sounds like bad intel.
I kept scanning the crowd while watching the dance, but I didn't spot anyone suspicious.
Thank you! That was Ms. Nesha's court dance performance!
Wooo!
...? Nesha?
A name I never expected popped up. So Nesha was the one dancing here?
Don't tell me the "dancer who enthralls people"... was you?
Enthralls? I didn't do anything.
People just got lost watching an attractive dance... you wouldn't call that "enthralling," would you?
Fair enough... it really was a great dance. But why are you here...?
Thanks for the compliment. I just... liked a place bursting with people's energy...
Is there any reason I shouldn't be?
Well... not really...
Why? Seeing me got you stuck? If you want to stay, I can keep you company.
W-What are you talking about... If there's no problem, that's that. I need to go back and prep for the next mission.
Hmm? You're going to be that stiff? Sometimes you should loosen up a bit, shouldn't you?
We should leave before the sun sets. We can't waste money on unnecessary lodging.
Nesha gave a sly smile and traced her lips once with the tip of her tongue.
If you're okay with it... you could rest in the room I'm staying in for the night.
In your room...?
Don't worry. I won't hurt you. I'm just interested in you...
Last time... we didn't get to talk properly, did we?
Faced with her sweetly whispered offer... "no" didn't come easily.
No, just meeting the eyes of a beauty pushing in with such seductive poise was hard enough.
Every word and gesture unsettles my heart.
If I let my guard down... I might get pulled in. I know it... I do...!
...Should I?
In the end, reason was swallowed by emotion.
It couldn't be helped. She was someone to watch, so I nodded, telling myself it was just to keep an eye on her...
You're adorable... It's a rare chance, so I should grab some good drinks on the way.
Hey, I...
I'll pass on the alcohol.
I'm on a mission, for one. If anything gets in the way, that's trouble.
Hmm. You're dodging me? Honestly, you're the kind of man that's fun to tempt...
Well, that's part of your charm. Then tonight... instead of alcohol, shall I get drunk on your warmth?
Gulp. The sound of me swallowing was strangely loud.
Make it something mild.
Don't be so childish. I could be a lot more forward, you know.
Weren't we just going to talk...?
Who knows... When grown adults talk, all kinds of things can happen, can't they?
Ah... I feel like I'm stepping onto a dangerous path.
2. Reason for the Invitation
48 linesThe room had nothing in it, yet it smelled sweet and alluring.
In the corner sat a bag packed like someone ready to leave at any moment, filled with all sorts of mirrors.
You have a lot of mirrors.
Beauty only lasts if you keep tending it, endlessly.
Hmm...
Since we're talking about it...
Nesha stepped close, warm breath brushing my ear as she whispered.
Want to get to know each other the adult way? Aren't you curious?
Because you see me as I am...
People adore me. They call me beautiful, breathtaking... They look at me like they're facing a goddess.
They say I'm prettier when I smile, and they even stop breathing at a flick of my hand.
But... once that gaze became familiar, at some point it started to scare me.
That if they found even a single flaw, those eyes would disappear forever.
Nesha's face drew even closer indicated it might kiss me at any moment...
That's... why I want to get closer to you, I guess...?
I get what you're saying... but I can't keep up when things move this fast.
You don't like it...?
It's not that. Like you said, what matters is how we really feel. I just think we need to get to know each other better.
Nesha's briefly downcast face brightened again. As light returned to a smile that wavered like candlelight, it felt like I couldn't look away...
It's not like I do this with just anyone.
In the past, I chased nothing but beauty and attention... but all it led to was despair...
Right now, the only person I truly want to reach is you...
Y-Yeah...
You saw the real me, what I never showed anyone... so you'll take responsibility, won't you?
So that incident made her think seriously about our relationship. I don't know if I should be happy or cry...!
Hmm... you came along without a fight, so I'll take that as a yes...
W-Wait! I just said it. We can't do that on impulse!
That? What exactly do you mean by "that"?
Y-You know, something... inappropriate...
To me, it wasn't just about keeping an eye on her, I wanted to know what she was thinking.
Her interest in me and that captivating presence were hard to resist... but if she ever came for me like last time...
Ask.
It's not just your feelings I want to confirm...
Then?
I want to know your plans. Whether you really won't harm us, whether you can be an ally... I need to be sure.
Honestly, you're always so stiff. You're so upright it's almost boring...
Nesha narrowed her eyes and whispered in a soft, lingering voice.
Maybe that's what makes it even better...
Brush it off.
T-That's not the point...!
Either way, we're only talking tonight. Save that kind of talk for after we've built some trust.
She slowly tilted her head, smiled, and touched a finger to the corner of her mouth.
Then, with a suggestive look, she traced her lips lightly with her tongue.
It stole my breath. Even when I tried to pull myself together, my eyes kept getting drawn back.
3. Secret and Sultry
43 linesNight fell into deep darkness. My conversation with Nesha went on without end.
As if bewitched, I listened blankly and kept sipping sweet fruit drink, one after another.
I was... tricked by that person. My greed went too far, and I paid the price.
The one who tricked you is the one to blame.
There's no result without a cause... Either way, I moved as their pawn.
But you trusted me even when I was after you, and you spared me. Honestly... I've never seen anyone seem that... larger than life.
Getting praised to my face is kind of embarrassing...
It's fine, you've earned it... Enough that I want to give you... everything.
Nesha's coy smile made my throat dry. I could see why she'd been so intoxicated with her own beauty.
(If I keep staring, I might do something stupid...)
I couldn't withstand the sensual air she gave off, so I changed the subject.
Hmm... sorry, but I can't tell you. I have my reasons...
Of course. I hadn't expected to get information like that anyway.
Of course.
...?
If you really want to know... it's not like there's no way. Heh.
Huh? What way?
Isn't it obvious...
You'd hold me in that warm way of yours... deep and hot... until it's etched into me!
How does it always end up going there...?
A woman will offer everything to the man who truly understands her.
If it's you, the one who reached out to me... anything is fine. I want you to explore every inch... and savor it all.
Refusing was getting harder. Nesha's sensual words and actions kept provoking my instincts.
But... if I were to spend the night with someone, that first time...
Accept.
(It's different from that. I have the right to enjoy this on my own terms, too!)
Fine... I can't hold back anymore...!
Bring it on!
Oh dear... when did you drink this much?
So the "fruit drink" I thought I was sipping was actually alcohol Nesha bought for herself.
Worked up like that, the booze hit me all at once, and I ended up completely passed out.
Refuse.
...No. I can't.
Is that so? You're surprisingly patient. I wanted to make a secret just for the two of us... Heh.
I don't want to live swept along by feelings. Besides, we barely know each other.
This is as far as we go. Keep this up and I'm really leaving...!
I tried to put an end to it with a firm voice. But contrary to my will, my eyelids kept getting heavier.
Why am I so sleepy? Don't tell me it's because of what I've been drinking...?
Remembering that even sweet, mild alcohol isn't something to underestimate, I fell fast asleep.
4. A Promise for the Future
47 linesMorning came, and my head was pounding. It felt like my skull was being cinched and squeezed with a leather strap.
Ugh...
Heh. You overdid it. Drink this and settle your stomach.
Sigh... I guess that means your story was just that interesting. I got so wrapped up in it, I didn't even realize how much I drank.
I reached for the drink Nesha offered, but I froze with the glass in hand.
...Wait! You didn't put anything weird in this, did you?
What do you take me for? It's just honey water, so relax.
Drink up and head back once you clear your head. I'm packing up soon, too...
You're leaving for somewhere else?
My hideout's been found. I can't stay put...
Hmm...
No need to be sad... I don't know where, but we'll meet again.
Nesha felt far calmer than she did last night.
When you're sitting still like this, you look like an elegant noble lady...
I figured now wasn't the time... Besides, you're already mine. No need to rush... soon enough, you'll be. Heh...
You're confident.
Once I've spotted my prey, I don't let it get away.
Anyway, thanks. I got some rest. I'll go back and report it was nothing.
You won't mention me?
No. You didn't cause trouble, so there's no reason to leak anything.
And it looks like you're keeping yourself hidden...
That's kind of you.
Just as I'd expect from the man I had my eye on... If you want to ask for payment, go ahead. Anything.
I don't need payment right now, but if you can later, tell me then.
What are you curious about...?
Adult matters.
It's not like I hate the idea. If it's you... I feel like you'd lead me through it.
I spoke as calmly as I could, afraid my pounding heart would give me away. Nesha laughed as if she found it amusing, tongue briefly brushing her lips.
Cute provocation... Next time, I'll make sure to savor you properly.
I-I didn't mean it like that...
Even if I tried to avoid it, I couldn't avoid it forever.
I'd rather part with a bit of fondness, and hope we can work together when we meet again someday.
So I tried to match what she wanted...
Heh...♥
...It feels like I poked a beehive.
The mastermind behind you.
Since the moment you raised a blade against us... you haven't been separate from my journey.
Maybe I'll learn it naturally someday... but if possible, I'd like you to help.
Heh. You're getting serious again?
Well... no reason to refuse. I'd like to, if I can.
But... you shouldn't expect it right now... you told me yourself, didn't you?
With a playful gaze, she smiled and tilted her head slightly.
That we're not quite that close yet.
Now that you mention it, yeah. We should get closer from here on out.
So... I'll be counting on you from here on out, Nesha.
You're a good person.
Nesha wore a lonely smile, turned, and walked outside.