Seeing how Kyle was agreeing, Sayuri pressed on, "So what's wrong with it?"

"Everything," Kyle said, "And nothing."

Kyle sat up on the bed, resting his back on the headrest, "Sayuri, I do not deny that I am extremely attracted to you physically. And that was the best sex I've had - even taking into account my past life. Heck, in this life, you're my first as well."

Sayuri blinked.

"I was?" she asked in shock.

Then she felt all warm inside.

She had stated to herself that she wanted his heart, so would abstain from having any sort of physical intimacy with him despite the growing attraction (physically) between them.

However, when he had kissed her, she had thought, 'Fuck that. I want him.'

It didn't matter then about his heart or whatever.

If he was offering himself on a platter, she was going to take it and have seconds.

In fact, she wasn't even sure if she could capture his heart in the future.

So why should she not take this step while pursuing him?

If she failed, at least .. she had this for her memories. If she held herself back and failed in getting his heart, she knew she would have regretted not taking this step.

Giving her first time to him was her special gift for him. He may not know it, but she had already vowed to give her first time only to the person she was in love with.

To know that she was his first time as well, made it seem like she would have a special place in his heart later on - even if they never got together.

"Look," Sayuri said with a sigh as she stared at him, "Nothing changes between us. I am well aware that this entire thing was physical."

Kyle looked at her, "Seriously? You're fine to just go back to how things were after all of that?"

"Er, no," Sayuri admitted.

"See?" Kyle said in exasperation.

"After all, I want to continue to be able to fuck you," Sayuri said with a straight face.

Kyle's shocked face made Sayuri laugh like crazy.

"I mean, other than that, things remain the same. I know you don't love me but you can't deny this thing between us," Sayuri said, "We're young, grown adults. Or maybe it's just me that is weird to propose this."

"No, you're not," Kyle said, "Actually, I was already thinking of finding a bed partner, no strings attached."

"You were what?!" Sayuri gasped.

"Don't judge me," Kyle said with a slight laugh, "I'm no saint, Sayuri. I have the memories of my past life as a sexually active person. You can't expect me to be a monk in this life now, do you?"

"No, but you would be getting married …"

Kyle shook his head, "No, I am not."

"You're really not even considering that at all?" Sayuri asked in a whisper.

"So now do you see why this is not a good idea? For you and me, that is," Kyle said, "The last thing I want to do is hurt a good friend when this is over."

Sayuri smiled wistfully.

Little did Kyle know, whether they continued this or not, she would still leave him if she failed to get his heart. At least, she could enjoy her time to the fullest while trying so.

She went up to him, kissed him on the lips and said, "Believe me, I know where I stand. I won't have fancy ideas or blame you in the future. All I want, for now, is this."

She kissed him deeply.

"Fine," Kyle said when she broke the kiss, "The moment you find someone you're interested in, tell me. We will stop immediately."

Sayuri nodded.

"I promise that while we are together, I won't be with anyone else," Kyle said.

"Same for me," Sayuri said, "But one thing. If you find someone else you want to fuck, tell me and I will step aside."

"Of course," Kyle said, kissing her, "But I doubt I'll find anyone."

"I'll also warn you," Sayuri said breathlessly as they continued kissing, "I am very territorial. Even if we're not a couple, I do not share the man I sleep with. Any woman that dares to tempt you, will get it from me."

"Ditto," Kyle replied, flipping her over and going on top of her, "No strings attached but no one can come near."

"You got it," Sayuri agreed as she arched her back in pleasure as Kyle entered her again.

After that, only the sounds of flesh hitting each other and moans were heard in the room.

Yet again.

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In the morning, Kyle and Sayuri entered Kyle's apartment through the door.

Kay was in the kitchen, washing the dishes. Without lifting her head, she said, "Breakfast on the table. I've already eaten."

Then she looked at them, shrugged and said, "Though I don't know if you wanted breakfast since you've obviously eaten."

Sayuri coughed in embarrassment, obviously knowing what Kay was referring to.

Kyle sat down and took the plate of scrambled eggs, toast, baked beans and sausages that were obviously for him (due to the number of servings).

"That one doesn't really fill up the stomach, you know," Kyle said, shoveling the food in his mouth, "And thanks for this."

"When did you get in, Kay?" Sayuri asked as she sat down.

"Last night," Kay replied, "The funeral is at 8am, so we should make a move soon."

Kay walked over to Kyle, seeing him eat and then made him look at her. She studied his face intently, kissed his forehead then turned towards Sayuri.

"Thank you," she said before leaving to change.

"What was she thanking me for?" she asked Kyle in puzzlement.

"For making me feel better," Kyle replied, "Are you going to eat that?"

Sayuri stared at his empty plate, shocked.

"Sex makes me hungry, I suppose," Kyle said.