12. The Sevestar Prince Darker Version

Chapter 62

"I really shouldn't be letting you do this," Alice murmurs, her cheeks flushed as she and Ash stand under the shower together.

"I understand, but I want to, and I'm certain you do too," Ash asserts, gently caressing a sensitive area, eliciting a soft moan from Alice. "Are you not enjoying what we're doing?"

Lost in the sensations Ash is creating, Alice remains speechless, her mind consumed by pleasure. Ash admires her physique and remarks, "The scars on your skin are hardly noticeable, and you have a truly beautiful body."

"Thank you," Alice responds with desire, emboldened by the moment. "But you're not the only one who gets to have all the fun. It's only fair if I reciprocate."

"Feel free to do as you wish," Ash concedes as they continue their intimate shower together.

After their shower, Ash and Alice settle into their pajamas, ready to finally get some rest. However, their quiet moment is interrupted by a sharp knock on the door. Ash, a hint of curiosity in his voice, calls out, "Who's there?"

"It's me, Drandon," comes the reply as the door opens, revealing the concerned face of their friend.

Ash's brows furrow in concern. "Drandon, what's wrong?" he asks, sensing the urgency in Drandon's demeanor.

Drandon steps into the room, his expression serious yet composed. "Sorry to disturb your alone time, but we needed to inform you that another Turtonator went on a rampage near the volcano. Lucine and I managed to handle it," he explains, his voice tinged with a hint of exhaustion from the recent ordeal.

"I understand," Alice responds, her tone filled with understanding. "We're sorry we couldn't assist you as the Dragon Prince and Dragon Princess."

Drandon waves off their apologies with a reassuring smile. "No need to apologize. We know that dealing with the Violet Depression has been draining your strength," he says before taking his leave, leaving Ash and Alice to finally find solace in their room and drift off to sleep, grateful for the bond of friendship that continues to support them through challenging times.

As Ash and Alice enter the dining area the next day, they find Gary, Eve, Lillie, Mark, Paul, and Golly already gathered around the table. They join their friends, and Golly, with a concerned expression, asks, "Are you feeling well enough to go out today?"

Ash offers a reassuring smile. "Don't worry, we're doing fine," he assures them.

Gary, ever observant, comments, "We've heard about the Infinity Gems and the resolution regarding Alice's bullies. You two have certainly been keeping busy lately."

Ash nods, a sense of determination in his eyes. "Indeed, but that won't deter us from our mission to gather the Champions and their chosen trainers for the next gym challenge. We just wrapped up the Dark Gym at RPA Academy."

Paul, always straightforward, remarks, "A Dark Type Gym is quite rare in our world. It's a shame I didn't get to battle there instead of Trip..."

Alice interjects, "Nevertheless, we're still heading there because of my position as Vice Principal of the School. We have some school-related tasks to attend to, and Eve will be meeting us there."

Lillie adds with a smile, "Speaking of which, I've been able to assist you thanks to Ash."

As Ash remains in the office, focused on his tasks, Alice takes a solitary stroll through the schoolyard of RPA Academy. Her peaceful walk is interrupted by the unexpected presence of Serena, who was supposed to be back in Otem Town with the other Champions.

Serena's accusing tone cuts through the air. "You did something to Champion Red," she asserts, her eyes narrowing in suspicion.

Alice meets Serena's gaze with a calm yet firm expression. "And what exactly do you think I did?" she counters. "Ash and I have been together for four years. Our relationship isn't something superficial or fleeting. Besides, have you considered that maybe Champion Red discovered your true intentions for wanting to be with him? That he saw through your facade?"