Get to Know You

"Okay. If you can prove it, I will forgive you," said Rose.

Then the werewolf man concentrated on channeling energy throughout her body to heal the woman's wounds. He pressed his palm to Rose's forehead.

"His palm is big and soft too," Rose said in her heart.

A bluish glow shrouded his body that only this man could see.

"It's warm and comfortable..." Rose felt a sensation in her body.

It didn't take long for the healing process to be complete. Werewolf opened his eyes.

"How? Is your body still hurt?" He asked.

Rose moved her body and said in amazement, "Wonderful. I'm feeling better. Looks like the bruises on my body from the fall are gone too. At this rate, I don't need to go to the hospital."

"Wait... You still have a scratch on your arm. May I continue to heal you?"

"Oh okay. This scratch is quite long. If you can remove it, I'll be happy." Rose replied with a smile.

"Deg... Is she smiling at me?" He said in his heart.

The werewolf smiled and knelt on one knee. Then he held Rose's arm gently and licked it. Of course, Rose felt shocked by his actions. However, this surprise was accompanied by an unusual sensation. It feels amused and embarrassing.

"Ah... W-what are you doing? Who told you to lick this wound?" shouted Rose with a blushed face.

"You shouldn't be doing this." She continued in a faint voice.

"Didn't I ask permission earlier?" The man said innocently.

"I'm asking for help to heal the wound, not for you to lick..." Rose said as she looked at the scar and found it was gone! "Eh… The scar is gone." Rose was surprised.

The werewolf explained, "If I use inner energy like in the beginning, the wounds on the outside will take time. But because I don't want to see a lady as beautiful as you linger with a scar, therefore I want to treat you quickly." This man smiled as he touched her chin and brought his face closer to Rose.

Rose was stunned and embarrassed. She said to herself, "Urgh... He's trying to tease me again."

"Do you think that I did something perverted?"

"I... that..." Rose was confused to answer.

The werewolf said with a smirk, "You think I'm a pervert. I'm not a lowly guy. Now I've proven that I can heal you. So, are you going to reward me for my services?"

"Eh... I... I didn't bring anything. When I return to the inn, I'll pay." replied Rose.

"That's not what I want."

"So?"

"I want a kiss from you." His sharp eyes looked at Rose.

Rose was shocked and could not say anything. Not long after, she covered her face in embarrassment with her palms.

This man laughed happily having pranked Rose, "Ha-Ha... Sorry... Sorry to bother you..."

"Eh??"

Then the werewolf stood up and said, "Okay. My job is done. Are there any wounds left, lady?"

"No... No. It's enough." Rose opened her eyes.

"Okay. Good night. Sorry for interrupting your time." He said softly.

"Good night, too...."

When this man was about to leave the room, Rose suddenly said, "Wait..."

"Yes??"

"Thank you. You have helped me again. Sorry if I suspected you."

"It's natural if we have to be wary of new people. You're not guilty of that. I don't feel offended." The man replied with a warm smile.

"My name is Rose. What's your name?"

"Aldric."

He went out through the window. Rose saw him as well as the view from the crystal cave from the balcony. Aldric moved quickly like the wind and disappeared.

"Who is he?" Rose said to herself who still couldn't believe what had happened today. She went back into the room and slept. Finally, she was able to sleep well until the next day.

On the other hand, Aldric went outside the castle and headed up the hill while looking at the moon. "Will she hate me if she found out that I was the one who caused her pain? If she knows the truth that I'm a monster, will she still want to be friends with me? How long will I be like this?" Aldric said to himself.

He continued, "But she has a beautiful name that reflects her beautiful self. Hmmm... It's been a long time since my life has felt empty and empty like a cave. When I saw her smile, she was like the sun that melted my cold heart. When she recovers, I feel happy, but on the other hand, I feel sad because she will leave me here and I will be alone again."

Then Aldric howled to vent his emotions...

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The next day...

"Hmmm... Looks like I slept well last night. Then, Rose realized something, "Wow... The bed is amazingly comfortable, soft, and big. I feel like a princess. While I am here, I will linger in bed. But I want to walk around the castle. I'd better get ready." She said happily.

Rose left the room and explored the castle.

"A majestic castle, but quiet. Is he a ghost or a demon?" She mumbled.

On the other hand, Rose admired the luxurious interior and furniture there.

"Hmmm... I shouldn't be too impressed. It's like in the movies that this might be a trap."

Not long after that, Rose was fascinated by the beauty of the garden behind the castle with its beautiful flowers and white crystal decorations that became colorful in the reflection of the light.

"It's beautiful like in a fairy tale." Mumbled Rose.

Then, she explored the garden while admiring it. There was the sound of running water.

"Even though it's in the mountains, the castle is still warm without heating."

The sound of flowing water was getting louder. When she arrived, Rose was stunned to see a half-naked man with his back visible while tossing his hair with a flower background in front of him. Rose was watching him from behind the plant.

"His face is beautiful, but he has an athletic body. Exactly, he deserves to get the nickname which is flower boy. Why am I even attracted to him? By the way, I... I shouldn't be here. So--sorry..." Rose said to herself and was about to turn back, but then a voice was heard.

"I've been waiting for you."