Chapter 8: Resolution
Petra silently cursed herself as she readied the elegant vases for display in the royal garden. A hot summer sun cast a golden hue over the verdant foliage, casting long shadows and creating a tranquil haven from the hustle and bustle of the palace. It was a stark contrast to the chaos that raged inside her heart.
Her feelings for Subaru were a tumultuous whirlpool of conflicting emotions. Initially, she had resigned herself to the fact that Subaru was irrevocably lost to her. Yet fate had intervened, presenting her with an unexpected opportunity.
Inexplicably, Subaru had come clean, confessing his transgressions with Frederica. Now, as she gazed upon the exquisite vases adorned with intricate floral patterns, Petra felt a wave of bitterness wash over her. How could she have believed that Subaru could truly belong to her when he had chosen someone else?
"I can't cope with this," she muttered under her breath, her heartache radiating from her like a tangible force.
The vases, previously beautiful specimens of craftsmanship, now appeared as nothing more than symbols of her futile longing.
Meili passed by and looked at her girlfriend.
"Are you okay?" She asked gently, noticing the visible distress on Petra's face.
Petra tried to muster a smile. "Oh, just some work-related stress," she lied, her voice wavering with emotion. "I'll be fine."
Meili arched an eyebrow, her gaze piercing the veil of lies like a knife through butter. "Work-related stress?" she repeated, her voice laced with skepticism. "Since when did you start caring about your job?"
Petra faltered, her cheeks reddening in embarrassment.
Meili narrowed her eyes, her gaze boring into Petra like a laser beam. "Come on, babe," she coaxed patiently, placing a comforting hand on Petra's shoulder. "You can tell me what's bothering you."
Petra glanced down at the vases, their polished surfaces gleaming in the sunlight. "It's just... I thought I could move past it," she whispered, her voice trembling with emotion. "But seeing Subaru with Frederica...
I still can't believe it."
Petra sniffled, wiping away a tear that trickled down her cheek. "I don't know what to do," she whimpered, her voice quivering with emotion. "I can't stop thinking about it."
Meili wrapped her arms around Petra, consoling her with a tender embrace. "Hey, it's okay," she murmured into Petra's ear, her voice soothing like a gentle breeze.
"I'm here for you."
Petra nestled closer to Meili, seeking solace in her warmth. "Thanks," she whispered gratefully, her voice catching in her throat. "I appreciate it."
Meili stroked Petra's hair softly, her touch comforting like a ray of sunshine breaking through the clouds. "You know, sweetheart," she said, her voice laced with reassurance, "life is full of surprises and disappointments. It's part of being human."
Petra sniffled, nodding weakly.
"I know," she whispered, her voice cracking with emotion. "Life throws curveballs at us, and we have to learn to adapt."
Meili squeezed her hand sympathetically. "I'm sorry things didn't work out the way you wanted," she offered, her voice laced with empathy. "But maybe it wasn't meant to be."
Petra nodded, her gaze drifting aimlessly across the manicured lawns of the royal garden. "Maybe," she murmured, her voice trailing off like a distant memory.
''Plus I may not be my dad, but you have me.''
Meili whispered into Petra's ear, her voice heavy with conviction. She saw Petra flinch, her grip tightening on the vase she held.
"I don't know what to say," Petra stammered, her voice trembling with emotion. "This feels too good to be true."
Meili smiled, her eyes twinkling with warmth. "That's the beauty of life," she murmured, her voice soft and soothing.
''Shouldn't you hate me for still loving him?''
Petra whispered, her voice quivering with emotion.
"Not at all," Meili replied, her voice warm and comforting. "I understand that you're drawn to him, despite everything. I won't hold it against you."
Petra's eyes widened, her heart soaring. she gasped, her voice cracking with hope. "I mean, I know I shouldn't, but--"
Meili placed a finger on Petra's lips, silencing her with a gesture of affection.
"No, don't apologize," she urged, her voice soft and understanding. "I wouldn't blame you for feeling that way. I've been there myself."
Petra blinked, her eyes brimming with surprise. "Seriously?" she gasped, her voice laced with astonishment. "I thought I was alone in this."
Meili nodded, her gaze locked on Petra's face. "You're not alone," she assured, her voice vibrating with sincerity.
"I've experienced those feelings."
"Thank you," Petra responded, her voice trembling with gratitude. "It means a lot coming from you."
Their conversation led them deeper into the palace grounds, until they arrived at a secluded spot near the rose bushes. Meili pulled Petra close, their bodies swaying in unison. Their laughter echoed through the quiet afternoon, filling the spaces between them with warmth and familiarity.
''If you were in Queen's place and Subaru was sleeping with me what would you do?''
Petra asked, her voice wobbling slightly.
Meili sighed, her heart aching for her girlfriend. She knew Petra was torn between her feelings for Subaru and her commitment to their relationship. The question lingered in the air, the silence stretching uncomfortably between them.
"To be honest," Meili finally replied, her voice hushed but resolute, "I'd probably be devastated."
Petra nodded, her grip on the vase tightening. "But you'd try to understand, right?" she ventured, her voice trembling slightly.
"
Meili sighed, her heart aching for her girlfriend.
Meili paused, considering her words carefully.
"Yeah, I'd feel betrayed," she admitted, her voice thick with emotion. "But I'd also try to understand what drove you to cheat."
Petra's eyes widened, her heart thumping wildly in her chest. "Wow, I never expected you to react that way," she murmured, her voice quivering with awe. "I thought you'd hate me forever."
Meili shook her head, her gaze steady and unwavering. "No, not at all," she insisted, her voice laced with determination.
"I know that you're drawn to him, despite everything.''
Petra couldn't hide her surprise.
"So if I cheated on you with Subaru, you'd actually try to understand what went wrong?" she repeated, her eyes wide with wonder. "Yes, dear," she replied, her voice filled with empathy. "Jealousy and insecurity can poison a relationship faster than anything else. We should strive to communicate openly and honestly, even during tough times."
Petra sighed, her shoulders drooping with relief. "Thank you, Meili," she whispered, her voice thick with gratitude.
Something sinister went through Petra's mind, she started to think what would happen if she approached Subaru and offered her body.
In her mind, she pictured Subaru taking her roughly against the wall, his hands gripping her hips tightly as he thrust into her relentlessly. She shuddered with pleasure just imagining it.
"Meili," she began hesitantly, her voice cracking with anticipation. "What if I approached Subaru and offered him my body?"
Meili arched an eyebrow, her gaze locking onto Petra's face. "Do you really mean that?" she asked, her voice low and serious.
Petra nodded, her pulse hammering in her temples.
"Yeah, I think about it a lot," she confessed, her voice quivering with trepidation. "I know it sounds crazy, but I can't help but imagine him touching me."
Meili furrowed her brow, her gaze locked on Petra's face. "Well," she began cautiously, "I guess I can understand where you're coming from."
Petra sighed, her uncertainty echoing in the silence. "I don't know," she murmured, her voice quavering with indecision.
"I'm afraid that he might reject me, or worse, hurt me."
Meili's expression hardened, her eyes narrowing like a hawk's. "Look, Petra," she declared firmly, her voice ringing with conviction. "If you decide to go through with this, make sure you're prepared for the consequences."
Petra nodded, her hands trembling slightly. "I will," she promised, her voice cracking with resolve.
Meili started to cry.
"Why? Why am I doing this?" she sobbed, her tears streaming down her cheeks. "I love you, Petra, but this feels so wrong."
Petra sighed, her gaze locked on Meili's face. "I know, Meili," she replied, her voice soft and soothing. "But I need to do this. I can't get him out of my mind."
Meili wiped her tears with the back of her hand, her voice quivering with desperation. "Then let's leave him," she pleaded, her eyes pleading.
"Let's run away together. I need you, Petra."
Petra sighed heavily, her eyes misting over at the sight of Meili's desperate plea. She knew that the situation was dire, and yet she couldn't bring herself to abandon their fledgling relationship. Instead, she took Meili's trembling hands in hers.
"I know, Meili," she said softly, her voice quivering with sorrow. "I wish things were different, but I can't control my feelings for him."
Meili looked at her with a mixture of pain and resignation. "Understood," she whispered, her voice cracking with emotion. "I'll support you no matter what."
"Thank you, Meili," Petra murmured, her voice thick with gratitude.
Petra knocked on Subaru's door.
The air was thick with tension, her nerves jangling like wires under the strain. She paced nervously back and forth, her heart pounding like a drum in her chest. Her palms were sweaty, and her breathing shallow. This was it - the moment she'd been dreading and dreaming about.
Subaru opened the door, his eyes widening in surprise when he saw Petra standing there. His gaze swept over her, taking in her curves and the flush on her cheeks. "Petra," he greeted, cocking an eyebrow inquisitively.
"What brings you here?"
She swallowed hard, her throat bone-dry. "I... I needed to talk to you," she forced out, her voice trembling like a leaf in the wind.
Subaru stepped aside, gesturing for her to enter. "Come in," he invited affably, his voice smooth as silk. "We can discuss whatever's on your mind."
Petra followed him into the dimly lit room, her heart pounding like a war drum in her chest.
The scent of incense hung heavy in the air, mingling with the lingering aroma of candles that burned brightly in the shadows. Subaru sat down on an antique divan, motioning for her to join him.
"So, Petra," he began casually, his voice dripping with nonchalance, "I'm guessing this isn't about the vases."
A tingle of anticipation surged through her veins, her nipples hardening into pebbles beneath her thin cotton shirt.
Her pussy ached with need, her juices pooling between her legs.
"I wanted to ask you something," she finally managed, her voice quivering like a leaf in the wind.
Subaru tilted his head, his eyes scanning her face with curiosity. "What's on your mind?" he prodded affably, his voice as smooth as velvet.
"I've been thinking about our relationship," she ventured, her voice growing stronger with every word.
"And I've realized that I can't deny my feelings for you any longer."
Subaru's brows knitted together, his eyes widening in surprise. "Petra," he breathed, his voice hushed with astonishment. "I never expected you to be the one to confess."
She shrugged, her gaze meeting his directly. "I guess we both have hidden desires," she admitted, her voice trembling slightly.
"Desires that transcend our obligations and loyalties."
Subaru nodded, his gaze never leaving her face. "Petra," he murmured, his voice thick with emotion. "I've known this for a while now."
She inhaled deeply, her heartbeat accelerating like a racehorse sprinting down the track. "But," she continued, her voice quavering with apprehension, "what if we act on these desires? What if we explore the possibility of having an affair?"
Subaru leaned back, his eyes shining with interest.
''I can't do this to Meili, she is my daughter.''
Subaru's voice sounded strained, his muscles tense as he grappled with what he had heard.
Petra bit her lip, her eyes flashing defiantly. "Fuck your daughter, we are adults and we can make our own decisions," she retorted, her voice trembling with anger.
Subaru stared at her, his jaw clenching tight. "This is madness," he murmured, his voice quavering with disgust. "How can you justify betraying Meili like this?"
Petra sighed, her gaze falling to the floor.
"I'm aware of the implications," she admitted, her voice heavy with regret. "But I can't ignore my feelings any longer."
Subaru studied her closely, his eyes probing her soul like a scalpel cutting through flesh. "Petra," he murmured, his voice soft and hesitant, "I'm conflicted."
She nodded, her heart pounding like a tribal drum in her chest. "I understand," she said, her voice trembling with emotion.
Suddenly Meili enters the room.
Her eyes widen in shock as she sees Petra sitting beside Subaru. "What's going on here?" she demands, her voice quivering with anger.
Subaru's face pales, his heart pounding like a war drum in his chest. "Meili," he croaks, his voice hoarse with guilt. "I didn't expect you to return so soon."
Meili glares at Petra, her fists balled up in rage. "If you lied to me about loving me, I won't let you have him." she snarls, her voice trembling with betrayal. Suddenly Meili pulls her dad into a deep kiss.
Her tongue pushes into his mouth. She groans softly, pressing her body against his. He gasps, his cock throbbing with desire. He reaches out, his fingers tracing the soft contours of her neck.
Petra watches, her heart pounding like a war drum in her chest. "What is happening?" she whispers, her voice choking with disbelief.
Suddenly, Subaru breaks free from Meili's grasp, his eyes darting between Petra and Meili. "Wait," he rasps, his voice trembling with fear. "I'm not ready for this."
Meili glares at him, her eyes blazing with fury. "You bastard!" she screams, her voice rising in volume. "How dare you play with our hearts like this?"
Subaru winces, his gaze flickering to Petra before landing on Meili.
"I never meant to hurt either of you," he says, his voice quivering with remorse. "I just... I can't help how I feel."
Meili steps forward, her voice shaking with barely restrained anger. "You can't help yourself, huh?" she spits, her eyes burning with wrath. "Then why does it seem like you're leading us on?"
Subaru hangs his head, his shoulders slumped in defeat. "Because I don't want to lose either of you," he admits, his voice cracking with sorrow.
"I care about both of you, deeply."
Meili's eyes flash with anger, her fists balled up in rage. "Then choose," she growls, her voice quivering with resentment. "Choose which one of us you truly want." "I can't," he whispers, his voice trembling with despair. "I love you both too much."
Subaru blurted out, his voice trembling visibly. "Both of you deserve better than this mess."
Meili snorts sarcastically, her voice dripping with disdain. "Yeah, well, you're the one who created this mess in the first place," she snaps, her gaze fixated on Subaru.
Petra sighs, her gaze shifting between the two. "Can we please focus on the solution here?" she pleads, her voice quivering uncertainly. "We can sort this out."
Subaru nods, his gaze lingering on Meili.
"I know," he says, his voice thick with emotion. "But I'm willing to sacrifice my happiness for yours."
Meili studies him closely, her eyes narrowing like a hawk's. "But what about Petra?" she asks, her voice laced with concern. "What happens to her?"
Subaru shakes his head, his gaze falling to the carpeted floor. "I don't know," he admits, his voice quavering with uncertainty.
"All I know is that I care about
both of you, deeply."
Meili snarls, her eyes flashing dangerously.
Subaru looks at Meili, then at Petra, his heart pounding like a war drum in his chest. "I can't," he whispers, his voice trembling visibly.
Meili lets out a bitter laugh, her fists trembling with rage.
"Of course, you'd rather choose neither of us," she sneers, her voice dripping with contempt. "Just as long as you don't have to deal with the repercussions of your choices."
Subaru hangs his head, his gaze flickering between Meili and Petra. "I know," he whispers, his voice quavering with sorrow.
''Then why not both?'', Petra interrupted, ''Petra and I are already going out and judging by your tent you don't mind fucking either your daughter or her girlfriend, so why not both?''
Subaru gaped at her, stunned by her audacity. ''Are you serious?'' he asked, incredulous.
''As serious as your raging threesome boner,'' Petra grinned wickedly, reaching out to grab his crotch.
He yelped, jumping back in alarm. ''Whoa, whoa, hold on!'' he protested, trying to pull away.
''Relax,'' Meili said, stepping forward, laying a soothing hand on his arm. ''If you're nervous, we can ease into it.
No pressure,'' Meili said, her voice calm and soothing. She reached out, running her delicate fingers along Subaru's arm. He shivered, his skin prickling with goosebumps. She moved closer, her soft breath tickling his neck. He could smell her perfume, a mix of lavender and vanilla, intoxicatingly alluring.
''No,'' Subaru protested weakly, but his body betrayed him. His erection pressed against his pants, demanding attention. He gulped, his voice catching in his throat.
"You guys," he managed, his voice quivering with trepidation, "you're insane."
Meili chuckled softly, her gaze dancing mischievously.
"Well, Subaru," she drawled sultrily, her voice oozing with seduction, "we'll just have to convince you somehow."
Petra smirked, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "Oh, I'm sure we can find a way," she purred, her voice dropping to a husky whisper. She slid closer to Subaru, her fingers tracing the outline of his collarbone. He shivered, his erection straining against his pants.