The Shards of War: Ascension and Secrets

Chapter 50

The next morning, Matsu slowly stirred, his eyes blinking open to find himself sandwiched between Calie and Marie, their peaceful expressions revealing that they were still sound asleep. His neck felt a bit sore, and he knew why even before he checked in the mirror.

He moved to the bathroom and examined his neck, which was now riddled with hickeys. Matsu couldn't help but chuckle at the sight. It seemed that Calie and Marie had gone a bit overboard, leaving their marks of passion.

As he returned to the room, he gazed at the two sleeping beauties and realized that they had hickeys on their necks as well, though fewer than his. With a mischievous grin, Matsu leaned closer and placed his hands near his neck, gently channeling his healing aura to make the hickeys disappear.

He couldn't help but think that sometimes, a little overindulgence was just what the doctor ordered.

Then Calie and Marie slowly stirred awake, feeling a warm sensation on their necks. They opened their eyes to find Matsu leaning over them, a serene smile on his face.

"Good morning," they murmured sleepily, their voices soft and drowsy. They gazed at Matsu with curiosity, wondering what he was doing.

Matsu chuckled and explained, "I'm just healing those hickeys on your necks, so you don't have to worry about them when we're out in public." He continued to work his healing aura, making the marks slowly disappear.

As they watched the hickeys fade away, they exchanged smiles with Matsu, grateful for his thoughtfulness. But as soon as Matsu finished, Calie and Marie couldn't resist the temptation. They pulled him closer, their lips meeting his in a sweet, morning kiss.

Then, playfully, they both trailed their lips along his neck, leaving a trail of fresh hickeys in their wake. "These marks are a reminder," they said in unison, "that you belong to us."

Matsu couldn't help but laugh at their mischievous playfulness. "I can't argue with that," he agreed, "but you know I'll have to get rid of them again."

With shared laughter and affection, they continued their little morning ritual, creating and healing hickeys, all the while reveling in the unique bond they shared.

Matsu, Calie, and Marie then left Matsu's room after their playful morning rituals, feeling refreshed and content. They made their way to the kitchen to join the others for breakfast.

As they sat down and started to eat, Matsu couldn't help but tease, "You know, we probably shouldn't make those morning hickeys a recurring thing. We might never get anything done."

Calie and Marie exchanged mischievous glances before Calie chimed in, "No promises, Matsu. We can't resist your neck."

Laughter filled the room as the rest of their friends started shuffling out of their rooms, joining them for breakfast. The camaraderie and easy banter among the group made it clear that they were not just friends but a close-knit family, always ready to share their laughter and their lives.

The group shared breakfast, filling the room with lively chatter and laughter. Angelo and Orca, who had been caught making out the night before, couldn't stop teasing each other. Terry and Jackie sat close, still enjoying the warmth of each other's company. Opal and Marina swapped funny stories and secrets, their laughing infectious. Blaze, despite her earlier complaints about romance, couldn't help but smile as she watched her friends' antics.

Matsu, Calie, and Marie were in their own world, exchanging tender looks and the occasional affectionate touch. Their connection was undeniable, and it was clear to everyone that they were deeply in love.

As the morning sun streamed through the windows, Matsu raised his glass and proposed a toast. "To good friends, loving family, and unforgettable memories. This is a moment to cherish."