"D-dis a good day we havin' l-little bro... ♡"

Sitting directly across the dining table was my demon lord big sister, speaking in a weird accent. She maintained gaze as I carefully set our breakfast down — two hearty bowls of chicken noodle soup. Delicious and absolutely perfect on any chilly day!

"Uhm... Yes. It's not too bad but I can't wait for it to stop snowing."

"Ah, you dislike Xue season?"

"It's nice to be comfy at home but I want to go back to Tai again. Maybe have Chef Mao try my food or explore the city... maybe even go another date."

"D-date...?" The corner of her lips twitched slightly, "I mean of course! A date. Yes. I shall notify my vassals and make immediate plans..." After sniffing my food like she always does, Amae's lips blossomed. "Your cooking smells delicious... and you're so cute..."

Immediately after, her eyes widened and averted gaze. Almost as if the last part slipped out on accident.

C-cute...?!

That was so out of the blue...

I tilted my head in confusion and focused on mixing my soup with a spoon.

"Drink it slowly, big sister. I used Magic Yew Logs today so it'll remain extra hot for a good fifteen minutes."

"I shall..."

Ever since last night, the mighty demon lord seemed... off. Her voice had a higher-pitched, filled with random pauses and stuttering. Compared to her usual body posture and confident personality, she seemed way more reclusive. Not to mention the feathery wings behind her waist would flap restlessly when we talk.

What is my sister doing...?

Why is she acting so flustered?

"S-Speaking of which, your outfit the other day was cute too..." Amae scratched her head and paused for a brief moment. "Ah... Of course... I think you also look great today..."

Wait, what...?

"Y-Your hair looks nice and fluffy..."

Feeling overwhelmingly self-conscious, I brushed the side of my head.

I should probably wash my hair...

"That doggo pajama makes you look like a king pupper."

My cheeks grew warmer and warmer.

I can't eat when she's complimenting me... it's so embarrassing.

What happened to her?

"This soup is also good soup..."

"..."

Suddenly, Amae stood up.

She grabbed the bowl and gulped the steaming hot soup down her throat. In mere seconds, the broth went from one hundred to zero. Amazing. I watched in utter shock as her face winced in discomfort while her majestic black-wings fluttered up and down rapidly.

After a few seconds, her facial expression returned to normal.

LOL, she pretended it didn't happen!

"Thank you for the breakfast..." With a graceful bow, she headed for the exit, "I need to discuss something important—"

—BAM-!

"Are you okay?!"

Amae giggled sheepishly as she rubbed her forehead. Slowly backing away from the wall, she brushed herself and this time, successfully stepped out of the kitchen. As soon she left, her elegant poise turned into scurrying away like a little puppy.

I glanced at her empty bowl while mine remained untouched, still piping hot after whatever that just happened.

Is it because of that kiss yesterday?

♦ ♦ ♦

Amae's bare breasts pressed onto my back as she let out a sound of satisfaction.

Wah~ they're so soft.

What is this magical feeling...?

Her massive bosoms felt like pillows. No, they were much more superior than pillows. These were the cushion of the Goddess! Although soft and slightly warm, there was an underlying erotic sensation as I felt the twin tips of her breasts grazing on my back.

Are we here for another skinship ritual...?

"B-Big sister... What's happening...?"

I tried to turn around but she locked on tight like a koala, refusing to let go. There was no way for me to escape.

"I-if you turn around now... I won't be able to tell you how I feel..."

Amae's voice sounded so pure and innocent, almost as if she was a maiden about to confess for the very first time. But underneath that cuteness, I knew she wanted to talk about something important. It sounded quite urgent when she invited me to the bathhouse.

"W-what did you want to tell me, b-big sister?"

Pressing her body even closer, these heavenly sensations shot thrills down my spine. Amae's front practically embraced my entire back. Resting her chin on my left shoulder, I felt the warmth of her breath as she panted repeatedly.

I can't think properly...

I never knew showering together could be this sexy.

"Gah~ I-I am unsure how to express this complex feeling."

"Maybe you can start by telling me how you feel right now?"

Pausing for a moment to collect her thoughts, Amae spoke in a soft voice.

"For some reason, my mind can't stop thinking about you..."

"W-What do you mean, big sister?"

"My heart... beats rapidly whenever I see you..."

Amae trailed off into a delicate whisper.

"Yet when I do... my mind becomes blank and my entire face becomes hot like the soup in the morning... and then I start being self-conscious. Earlier, I asked Neko about this strange phenomenon... and all she did was laugh and told me to ask you because you would know the answer."

"I would know eh?"

I could totally imagine Neko purring her lips right now like the smug maid she was.

"I never felt these set of emotions about anyone for the past centuries. What does it mean...?"

It was adorable to know that the supreme overlord of the Guardians and Commanders was, in fact, a hopeless romantic. But then again, Amae did mention she never had a partner for the past two-hundred forty years.

She's in love.

She's definitely in love.

And screw you, Neko.

Leaning closer into my ear, she whispered in a dulcet voice.

"Little brother, what should I do...? Please help me... These feelings became worse ever since that kiss. Am I dying...?"

I could not help but laugh — these little things were the highlights of our relationship.

"I am serious! I need to understand so I can decide whether to brew an antidote potion or perform a Debuff Ritual."

I continued laughing.

"What's so funny?" She forced herself on top of me and shook playfully.

Close.

So close.

They're moving up and down...

Those twin peaks of heaven glided downward as if giving me a surprise massage.

I managed to let out a whisper, "Y-You're too close..."

It could be a habit. But in the back of my mind, I expected Amae to say something along the lines of Ara~ then how about I lift you up and have you sit on my lap.

"I-I apologize..."

Her apology completely shattered the confident and dominant older sister image. It was hard to believe that Amae was acting this way. She seemed like a different person.

At the same time, it was freaking adorable to see someone who was typically a confident leader be so flustered and embarrassed about everything.

"Little brother... Can you teach me how to remove these feelings?"

There was a soft melancholy in her tone.

"I don't want whatever this is to interfere with our siblingship..."

I see.

Amae is actually very concerned right now.

While her behavior lived up to the pinnacle of moe, but if this persists, it would indeed affect our relationship.

If I don't do something, our everyday happy life would be gone.

It's my turn to comfort her — a little brother should always support his older sister!

Leaning back onto her chest, I looked up and smiled gently.

"You can't run away from love."

Her brows furrowed as she let out a frown that resembled slight confusion.

"Love is like when no matter what you try, you can't get that person out of your head. And you just want to know what they're thinking and you want to be with them. Through the good and the bad. You want them all to yourself so no one else can steal them away. And when they smile, it just makes you happy."

How did I know all this? I didn't.

I simply thought of how Amae made me feel every day and let those sentiments be known. Through our times together, I learned more about the magical concept called love. I never knew love was

"That's why you should embrace this feeling with everything you have" I could see her cheeks glowing a ripe tomato-red. "Falling in love is magical."

"Little brother...! I'm in love with you! " She widened her eyes as if reached an epiphany and hugged onto me tightly.

"Then you have to take responsibility for what you did — for the kiss last night."

I nodded, feeling my cheeks grew as redder as she was.

"我愛你."

She spoke softly in her ancient language.

"What does that mean?"

"Not tell you," Amae revealed a playful smirk, "Now then, will you help me scrub my back? ♡"