My eyes shot wide open as I felt a sharp, unexpected pain surge through my leg. Beta''s small, fierce teeth were latched onto my calf, her gaze blazing up at me with a look of pure jealousy.

    I managed to control the surprised that nearly escaped my lips, glancing over at Athlea, who looked at me, concerned.

    "Is everything okay, Austin?" she asked, eyebrows knit in worry.

    I forced a calm, reassuring smile, trying to ignore the sting radiating from my leg.

    "Yes, it''s all okay. Don''t worry," I whispered, my voice steady despite the mischievous cat-girl sinking her teeth deeper.

    I subtly nudged Beta with my leg, making a slight gesture for her to calm down, promising with a small motion that I''d handle her in private later.

    Beta pouted, her ears twitching, but, reluctantly, she released my leg, crossing her arms with a defiant silence. But she held her ground, allowing me a momentary peace.

    "Come here baby," I turned my full attention back to Athlea. Her lips curved into a soft, slightly shy smile as she gazed at me.@@@@

    I leaned in, catching her lips in a gentle, lingering kiss. She responded warmly, wrapping her arms around my neck, pulling me closer. The kiss deepened, and a sweet warmth filled my chest, my hands that was groping her boobs all the way, now tracing the curve of her waist as I pressed her against the counter.

    Just as I was ready to take things to the next level, she broke the kiss, her lips barely brushing mine as she whispered,

    "I... I can''t stay for the night. My brother''s coming early tomorrow to visit me, and I need to be there when he arrives."

    I smirked, tracing a finger along her jaw. "Then I guess I should make this quick, shouldn''t I?"

    Her cheeks flushed, and I noticed her breath hitch as I slipped a hand beneath her half open wrap, letting my fingers press between her legs, rubbing over her smooth wetty panties.

    "Ahh- huhh.."

    Her eyes fluttered shut, her lips parting as I began to rub her labia softly, my touch slow and teasing. I leaned close, whispering words of sweet seduction in her ear, feeling her body tremble against mine.

    "Do you like that?" I murmured, my fingers pressing in a little more firmly. She could only manage a nod, too caught up in the sensation to form any words. I smirked, enjoying the effect I was having on her, feeling her tension melting away with each touch.

    With the gentle twist, I slide my finger inside her panties, rubbing over her wet pussy directlty.

    "Austin..." she breathed, her voice barely above a whisper, her fingers clutching at my shoulders as her body tightened. I continued my slow, rhythmic movements, savoring the way she reacted to each little tease, each gentle caress.

    "Yeah..baby..you are leaking hard there.."

    Her juices started dripping down her thighs, inside tightening around my fingers.

    "Ahhh-Yeahh..."

    "How does it feel?" I asked gently rubbing over her clit.

    "G-goooodd..aaaahhh.." and before she could answer I pushed my fingers hard inside her tilting her up.

    "Goodbye, Beta," I said, looking towards Beta.

    Half-asleep, she mumbled, "Have a nice day... Come back home early, Master."

    I chuckled softly, brushing a hand over her cheek. "I will," I promised, watching her snuggle back into the pillows as I quietly slipped out.

    As I walked outside, I spotted Athlea in the garden, watering her plants. She looked up, a shy smile gracing her lips as she caught sight of me.

    "Good morning," she greeted, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear.

    I felt a warmth spread through me as I returned her smile.

    "Good morning. You''re looking beautiful today," I thought to myself, though I kept the words hidden behind a small smile.

    "So, heading to college?" she asked, tilting her head slightly.

    "Yeah," I replied, glancing at her hands as she tended to the flowers. "And you''re out here watering your plants as usual?"

    She chuckled, "It''s like a daily routine now. I find it... calming."

    "True," I replied, watching as her fingers brushed over a delicate leaf.

    —Suddenly, a deep voice interrupted the peaceful moment.

    "Who is it, Sister?"

    A tall figure appeared behind her, a man with striking orange hair and dark, piercing eyes. His muscles were lean but well-defined, his gaze sharp and assessing. He looked at me with a mixture of curiosity and something else, something almost challenging.

    "Oh!" Athlea turned to him, her face lighting up with a fond smile.

    "Austin, this is my younger brother, Arno. He''s about the same age as you and just arrived this morning." She turned back to him, gesturing in my direction. "Arno, this is Austin, my neighbor. He goes to the nearby university."

    Arno''s eyes lingered on me, his gaze cold and calculating.

    "I see," he replied, his voice deep and slightly flat, carrying an edge.

    I extended a hand, offering a polite smile. "Hello, nice to meet you. I''m Austin."

    He looked at my hand, hesitating for a brief moment before slowly reaching out. As his hand approached mine, something in my throat caught, a faint chill running down my spine.

    Carved into his hand was a familiar symbol, etched in a deep, sinister red—a mark I recognized all too well.

    Our hands met, and he gave me a firm shake, his gaze unwavering.

    "I''m Arno," he said, his voice steady. "Brother of my idiot elder sister."

    Our eyes locked, and I kept my expression casual, though his stare was uncomfortably intense, as if he were trying to gauge something about me.