Die twice {Slight R18}

*Next time*

Ethan was sitting on the bed, right in front of Ethan sat perched on the edge of the bed, his gaze stiff as it met Nora's flushed cheeks. She knelt down on the floor opposite him, her fingers gripping the edge of the quilt, her eyes fixed intently on his every word.

"Nora," Ethan's voice was a soft summons.

Without delay, Nora's reaction was almost instinctive, her reply tumbling out, "Y-Yes!" Her eyes lifted, meeting Ethan's gaze with a mixture of shyness and curiosity.

"I can see a hint of nervousness in your expression, but remember, there's no pressure. If you're not comfortable with it, I completely understand," Ethan reassured, his tone gentle and understanding.

Nora's response was swift, her voice carrying a hint of assurance despite her earlier apprehension, "No, I'm okay with this. Let's give it a shot."