Hero of Harmony (Continued)

Chapter 282: Friends!?

"I think we may have spent a bit too much time making love." Said Lazuli softly as she glanced at Alexander, who was leaning against her for support while they walked through the forest.

"H-How long did we waste?" "33 hours. Excluding the short breaks." Remarked Alexander and Lazuli, respectively, as the latter raised her head and glanced at the former, who shrugged his shoulder.

"I-I don't know. I enjoyed every second. It was also a good chance to eliminate some of our built-up lust." Stated Alexander lightly as he glanced at Lazuli in exhaustion, causing her to raise an eyebrow before eventually nodding in agreement.

"I suppose that is correct, though you still seem more than raring to continue where we left off, Alex. Were those 33 hours not enough for you?" Asked Lazuli softly as she stealthily moved her hand to Alexander's erection, only to grasp it through his clothes, causing him to gulp.

"Ah, what can I say? I've always had a strong libido. Besides, you should expect me to be like this when I'm so close to you; do you know how much I'd love to push you against that tree and plow you from behind?" Remarked Alexander with a wry smile as he glanced at Lazuli, only to lean down, kissing her cheek while his hand firmly grasped her petite butt, causing her to faintly smile.

"Though speaking of my libido, if it weren't at least this strong, Yuki and Michelle would've drained me to death. I think Michelle has hit that middle-age point where women receive a sudden burst of libido; as for Yuki, well, it seems to be a sudden switch; it's really weird. One second, she could be looking at me naked without a care in the world, and then two hours later, she would be ripping my clothes. I kind of like it, though." Added Alexander, his words causing Lazuli to constantly nod in agreement, only for her suspiciously raise an eyebrow, though she opted not to elaborate.

"I need to apologize to Yuki and Michelle." Said Lazuli indifferently, her words slightly surprising Alexander as he looked at her in confusion.

"Hmm, for what?" "For how I treated you all those years ago." Remarked Alexander and Lazuli, respectively, as the former raised an eyebrow while the latter lowered her head in shame.

"During this journey, I've learned exactly how Yuki was feeling back then, and I realize that my apologies from back then were completely inadequate." Added Lazuli softly as she gazed down at her feet, thinking back to how Vanye treated Alexander, causing her blue eyes to flash red.

Having recovered enough mana to walk on my own, I stopped leaning on Lazuli and scooped her into my arms as I passionately kissed her, getting a little bit of tongue action as well.

"You've really grown, Lazuli, you know that?" Said Alexander proudly with a smile as he gazed down at Lazuli, who flashed a smile before averting her gaze while slightly blushing.

"I would've never made it this far if it weren't for everyone." Muttered Lazuli softly, words causing Alexander to silently nod before kissing her once more while playfully groping her butt.

"I'm sure Soom would be even prouder than me to see how far his daughter has grown." Said Alexander with a faint smirk, causing Lazuli's smile to vanish while she softly nodded in agreement.

"You know, if you want revenge, I'll be more than happy to assist you." Added Alexander solemnly, his words causing Lazuli to silently gaze at him before shaking his head.

"I appreciate it, Alex, but I can't further impact your family... Besides, revenge is something personal–" Replied Lazuli with a sweet smile as she looked at Alexander, only for her to be interrupted as flesh hit against itself and resounded throughout the forest.

"Why did you hit me?" Asked Lazuli in confusion as she rubbed her butt, causing Alexander to snort in annoyance.

"Don't say that again, 'Your family'. It's OUR family. You're a part of it as well; you're just as important as Yuki, Michelle, Chloe, and Talis. If I hear those words leave your mouth again, it'll be a different cheek I hit." Declared Alexander sternly in slight anger as he eyed Lazuli, who softly smiled before nodding while lowering her head.