The Eminence in Shadow: The Dark Swordsman

Chapter 9: An Interrupted Date

Zeta couldn't help but roll her eyes at Delta's antics. She muttered to herself, "Typical Dumb Dog, always letting her wolf instincts take over. She can't resist the scent of meat, even in the middle of an important mission."

Delta's eyes widened with hunger, and she let out a loud, echoing howl from the rooftop, followed by an enthusiastic shout, "Delta wants to devour something delicious! Meat, meat, meat!" Her voice carried through the night, drawing surprised looks from people nearby, and even a few chuckles from the patrons in the restaurant below.

Kirito strained his ears, trying to catch the distant howl, and asked Yukime, "Did you hear that, Yukime? It sounded like a howl."

Yukime tilted her head, listening for a moment before responding, "Hmm, I did hear something, but it's probably just some wild dog or stray animal. Nothing to worry about, Kirito-kun."

Yukime leaned closer to Kirito, her sly grin turning into a mischievous smirk. She lowered her voice as if sharing a secret and said, "Kirito-kun, I think it's time we move things into the next gear."

Kirito looked a bit confused but intrigued by her suggestion. "What do you mean, Yukime?"

Yukime's eyes twinkled as she leaned in even closer, her lips almost brushing against Kirito's ear. She whispered, "I'm feeling a bit hungry, Kirito-kun. How about you... feed me?" Her playful tone and seductive manner left no room for misunderstanding.

Kirito's cheeks flushed as he realized her intent, and he stammered, "Y-Yukime, you're quite bold tonight." Nevertheless, he couldn't help but be drawn into the allure of the moment.

Kirito, feeling a surge of confidence, gently grabbed Yukime's chin, his eyes locked onto hers. It was a surprising move that caught Yukime off guard, and her cheeks flushed with a mix of surprise and excitement.

With a teasing yet confident smile, Kirito whispered, "Well, if that's what you desire, Yukime, I'm more than happy to oblige." He then fed her a delicious bite from their shared dish, his gaze never leaving hers.

Yukime's heart raced as she accepted the bite, her eyes locked with Kirito's. The playful banter of their date had taken on a new level of intensity.

After Kirito fed Yukime a bite, he leaned back, a hint of curiosity in his eyes. He asked, "So, Yukime, how was it?"

Yukime's heart was still racing, and she found herself momentarily at a loss for words. Her cheeks flushed, and she struggled to find the right response. Finally, with a soft, dreamy tone, she managed to say, "It was... perfect, Kirito-kun."

Delta's nose twitched intensely as the irresistible scent of boar meat wafted to the rooftop where she was perched. Her stomach growled, and she couldn't resist any longer. In a moment of weakness, she blurted out, "Delta loves boar meat!" Her voice was filled with longing and struggle.

Without another thought, Delta leapt off the rooftop and landed in the restaurant with a thud, causing a commotion among the startled patrons. She immediately spotted the source of the mouthwatering aroma, a beautifully roasted boar on a table.

Delta's keen senses zeroed in on the table where Kirito and Yukime were enjoying their meal. The tantalizing scent of meat was unmistakable, and her eyes lit up with a mischievous smirk. With a sly glint in her eyes, she couldn't resist exclaiming, "Ah, Delta smells a delicious feast!"

The patrons in the restaurant turned to look at the unexpected intruder, and Delta, with her wolf-like instincts fully awakened, declared, "It's time for a hunt!"

As Delta prepared to lunge toward Kirito and Yukime, her wolf-like instincts took over, and she crouched low, ready to pounce. However, just as she was about to make her move, she suddenly felt a presence behind her. Her instincts warned her of impending danger.