144 Partnerships and Contracts

When Li Yang saw the embarrassed expression on Setsuko's face, he couldn't help but think it was amusing. He cleared his throat and said, "Apologies, I warned you that it would be invasive and intrusive... however I had no idea that it would feel enjoyable for you."

Setsuko's face reddened. "It didn't start out that way—but ah, now that I experienced it myself, it's starting to make sense. Why the one who awakens another woman tends to have some kind of superior control over the other."

"Hm?"

Setsuko hung her head. "Great, I probably shouldn't have said it, but fine. I already told you that women of superior bloodlines don't awaken another woman often."

"It's better to monopolize power after all," he agreed.

She gave him a weirded out look, but nodded.