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"Sylphy, we have to complete the ritual with a kiss." Aquarina said, holding my hands in front of the entire tribe, her eyes were so beautiful though.
Wait, what, a kiss?! In front of everyone?!
"F-Fine, let's make it quick…" I let her have her way, as she gave me a brief yet sweet kiss, and then hugged me tightly.
Once that was over, some magicians around fired fireballs into the skies, which exploded in a way of celebration, covering the skies with colorful red flames that slowly dissipated into thin air.
"BRAVOOO!"
"The future chief already has a mate; this is good to know!"
"It has been a while since I've seen two girls together, they're cute!"
"Sylph has now become part of the tribe too, right?"
"Amazing! Nice!"
Everyone celebrated happily, which only made me feel… even more embarrassed.
And this also included my side of the family…
"Oh my! I wasn't aware of this!" My grandmother giggled with a happy smile. "I am so happy for you two! It seems you've already planned a marriage?! So nice to know! I'll make sure to do something for you two once you can marry in some more years in the future!"
Elves are considered complete independent adults by the age of 21, but can marry at the age of 18… So we'll have to wait until then. That might also… well, include the whole "consummate" thing, but for now I don't plant to think about it, we're too young for any of that.
At most, just cuddles!
Though I feel a bit overwhelmed with everything they're planning, I don't really feel like rejecting them either, as it would hurt Aquarina's feelings a bit… And it's not like my feelings for her will change as we grow up.
And seeing how she's so dedicated to our relationship; I doubt she'll ever forget about me either. It is a bit childish, or maybe immature to think about a relationship that'll last forever like some fairy tale, but I really wish it can be the case.
I will do everything I can for that!
"Well, now that we are in this and everyone's celebrating." I sighed. "Here."
I quickly gave Aquaria her new ring.
"A ring?" She wondered, surprised. "Ooh, it looks pretty! You made it for me?! Really? I-It is like a wedding ring, right? You elves and humans do that!"
"E-Eh?! Wedding ring?!" I asked. "W-Well, let's… huh, maybe? But don't jump the shark so soon…"
"Hehehe, I was joking!" Aquarina caught me off guard with that. "Or did you wanted it to be that way~?" She asked teasingly.
"Geez, leave it at that…" I sighed. "This is a special ring I made for you, it'll help you keep your body stronger and not be exhausted when using your father's powers."
"So you made this… specifically for that issue?" Aquarina's eyes began to cry tears of happiness. "Sylphy! You're so thoughtful!"
Aquarina quickly wore it and immediately felt the effects, gasping, and then, she hugged me tightly again… If it wasn't for my own physique, this girl would crush my ribs with that strength of hers!
"It is so strong… The effects I mean!" She analyzed the ring. "But before, I could hardly feel anything from the ring…"
"It is a special enchantment my mother added to it, that way the ring won't be easily detected by people, and therefore, its hard to be robbed or bring unwanted attention!" I said with a smile. "After all, it is incredibly powerful."
"I see! So cool!" She smiled. "I'll make sure to treasure it for the rest of my life, Sylphy! I love you so much!" She hugged me again.
"Aww, I love you too." I sighed, giving her a head pat. "And I've got another gift for you, but that one will be for later. Meet me at my dormitory this night, alright?" I asked with a gentle smile.
Aquarina suddenly blushed a bit, raising her eyebrows.
"B-But that's… We shouldn't… do it yet!" She said, blushing. "W-Well if you really want to… I… I am willing to…" She began fidgeting.
"N-No! Not that! Geez, it is another thing, not that!" I sighed, calming her down. "I am not a pervert, sigh…"
"A-Ahahaha! Sorry!" She giggled at the misunderstanding. "Okay then! I was already planning to anyway, let's have a sleepover!"
"Okay then!" I nodded. "For now, let's get you a bit drier, you're all wet…"
I conjured a gust spell and quickly dried Aquarina's body, clothes, and hair really quickly.
"Let's go dance to the Amazonian music! I like to go wild with this music, I prefer it way more than the elven one that is too fancy!" She giggled, grabbing my hand and dragging me to the center of the stage.
By dancing, playing, laughing, and eating, time went by flying really quickly, and the festivities were finally coming to an end, the people slowly went to sleep, including my own family and us.
And once Aquarina arrived at my dormitory, I asked her to close the door and not make any sound… Because this was very important.
"Alright, so what is it that you have to give me?" She wondered, sitting at my side in the bed, looking at me curiously. "Ah, is it another accessory? Or maybe a sweet?"
"No… It is something special." I said. "A power I've always had since the beginning, the "System" that I told you about before, the power that brings me items, and all of that."
"T-That god-like power?!" Aquarina asked. "You can share it?!"
"Ssshh!" I quickly covered her mouth, conjuring several deafening barriers. "It is a secret! Keep it down, Aquarina! Geez!"
"A-Ah, sorry Sylphy… I was surprised." She apologized. "B-But why would… you give such a power to me?"
"Huh? You're really asking why?" I wondered. "Aside from my parents, you're the person I trust the most in this entire world, and also the one… I love and want to spend the rest of my life with. So it's the very least I could do. I want to give you a power that could help you grow much stronger, so you can survive better the many things we'll have to face together."
FLAAASH!
Within my hands, a silver-colored cube appeared.
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