I Was Reborn in Another World, But I Awoke Inside a Corpse

Chapter 163: The Night She Chose (18+)

The moonlight over the Worldseed Core shimmered silver-white, casting soft reflections over the lake. The world was quiet—not because it had fallen asleep, but because it was listening.

Isaac sat barefoot near the water's edge, coat folded beside him. The night air hummed with the energy of his soul.

Footsteps approached.

"Hey," Lira said softly.

She sat beside him, close enough that their shoulders touched. Her robe brushed the grass as she settled in, amber eyes reflecting the lake's glow.

"Couldn't sleep?" he asked.

"I could've," she murmured. "But I didn't want to."

They sat in silence for a while, the peace between them more comforting than words.

Then she spoke.

"I'm eighteen now, you know."

He turned slightly toward her but said nothing.

"I've grown up a lot these past few months. I've fought beside you, bled beside you. And I've learned who I want to be."

Her fingers reached for his. She didn't tremble.

"I want to be with you—not as a burden, not as someone you protect. I want to walk with you. Fully."

She hesitated, then added in a whisper, "This… would be my first time. So… please go slow."

Isaac gave her a quiet nod.

He used [Union of Flame and Soul – Rank EX] silently.

They had shared countless adventures, but there was one frontier they had yet to explore together. He stepped closer, close enough to feel the heat radiating from her body, close enough to see the subtle rise and fall of her chest.

"Maybe it's time we change that," he suggested, his voice barely above a whisper.

Lira's blue eyes widened, a flicker of excitement passing through them before she masked it with a jest. "And what exactly did you have in mind, Isaac?"

In response, Isaac reached out, his fingers gently brushing a stray lock of hair behind her ear. The intimacy of the gesture hung between them, a silent declaration of his intentions. Lira's breath hitched, her humor fading as she leaned into his touch.

With a tenderness that belied the fierceness of his desire, Isaac cupped Lira's face, drawing her into a kiss that was both a question and an answer. Her lips parted beneath his, a soft moan escaping her as she wrapped her arms around his neck, pulling him closer. The world around them seemed to fall away, the crashing waves and crying gulls fading into the background as they lost themselves in each other.

Isaac's hands roamed over Lira's body, exploring the curves and contours that had been the subject of his many fevered dreams. He could feel the heat of her through the thin fabric of her dress, a heat that seemed to beckon him closer, urging him to discover the secrets that lay beneath.

Lira's fingers fumbled with the buttons of Isaac's shirt, her eagerness making her clumsy. With a low chuckle, Isaac stilled her hands, taking over the task himself. He shrugged off the garment, revealing the toned planes of his chest, the trail of dark hair that disappeared beneath the waistband of his trousers. Lira's eyes darkened with desire as she reached out to trace the lines of his muscles, her touch light and teasing.

In one swift motion, Isaac lifted Lira into his arms, her legs instinctively wrapping around his waist. He carried her to a secluded spot beneath the shade of a twisted old tree, the world around them nothing but a blur of green and blue. Gently, he laid her down on the soft grass, his body hovering over hers as he resumed the kiss with a newfound urgency.

Lira's dress was a hindrance, a barrier that needed to be removed. Isaac's hands traveled up her thighs, pushing the fabric up to reveal the lace underwear that barely contained her arousal. Lira arched her back, a silent plea for more. Isaac obliged, his fingers hooking into the waistband of her underwear and slowly peeling them away.

The sight of Lira's naked sex, glistening with desire, was almost too much for Isaac to bear. He lowered his head, his tongue darting out to taste her. Lira gasped, her fingers threading through his hair as he explored her with a reverence that left her trembling. Isaac's ministrations were relentless, each flick of his tongue and nip of his teeth bringing her closer to the edge.

Lira's orgasm crashed over her like a wave, her body convulsing as she cried out Isaac's name. But Isaac was not done with her yet. He continued to lap at her, drawing out her pleasure until she was a quivering mess beneath him.

Panting and flushed, Lira reached for the clasp of Isaac's trousers, her fingers deftly undoing it. Isaac lifted his hips, allowing her to pull the fabric down, his erection springing free. Lira's eyes widened at the sight of him, her hand reaching out to wrap around his thick shaft. Isaac groaned, the feel of her hand on him almost too much to handle.

Lira stroked him, her movements slow and deliberate. She watched his face, taking pleasure in the way his eyes darkened, the way his lips parted with each ragged breath. Isaac's control was slipping, his need for her growing with each passing second.

With a growl, Isaac pinned Lira's hands above her head, his body settling between her thighs. He positioned himself at her entrance, the tip of his cock teasing her slick folds. Lira's breath hitched, her body tensing in anticipation.

"Look at me, Lira," Isaac commanded, his voice rough with desire.

Lira's blue eyes met his, the trust and love within them nearly undoing him. With a tenderness that belied the intensity of the moment, Isaac thrust into her, burying himself to the hilt. Lira's gasp echoed in the air, her body stretching to accommodate him. The feeling of her tight, wet heat around his cock was exquisite, a sensation that Isaac knew he would never tire of.

He began to move, each stroke slow and deep, a deliberate rhythm that stoked the fire within them both. Lira matched his pace, her hips rising to meet his, her moans growing louder with each passing moment. The world around them had ceased to exist; there was only the two of them, joined together in the most intimate of dances.

Isaac released Lira's hands, his fingers intertwining with hers as he increased his pace. The sound of their bodies colliding, the scent of their arousal, the taste of salt on their lips—it was all-consuming, a symphony of the senses that drove them both towards the brink of ecstasy.

Lira's orgasm hit her like a freight train, her body arching off the ground as she screamed Isaac's name. The feel of her tightening around him was too much for Isaac to handle. With a final, powerful thrust, he followed her over the edge, his release flooding her as he groaned her name.

They lay there in the aftermath, their bodies slick with sweat, their hearts pounding in unison. Isaac rolled off Lira, pulling her into his arms as they both struggled to catch their breath. The world around them slowly came back into focus, the sounds of the waterfront filtering back into their consciousness.

Lira propped herself up on her elbow, a mischievous glint in her eye. "So, does this mean we're not just travel companions anymore?"

Isaac chuckled, pressing a kiss to her forehead. "I think it's safe to say that we've crossed into new territory."

Lira's laughter joined his, the sound light and carefree. They dressed in comfortable silence, the intimacy of their shared experience lingering between them. As they walked back towards the waterfront, hand in hand, Isaac knew that no matter where their journey took them, they would face it together, their bond stronger than ever.

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The Next Morning

Light filtered gently through the soulwood canopy. Lira stirred under Isaac's coat, eyes half-lidded, hair tousled and face flushed.

Isaac sat nearby, drinking tea and watching the lake with a quiet calm.

"Morning," he said.

She blinked. "Don't say anything smug."

"I wasn't going to," he replied, smiling softly. "But you might want to check your system."

She hesitated. Then opened her interface—and her eyes widened.

[Union of Flame and Soul – Rank EX]

Bonded Partner: Lira

Permanent stat bonus granted

– Strength: +486

– Agility: +485

– Endurance: +489

– Intelligence: +472

– Willpower: +477

– Charisma: +493

Soul-link established

– Resistance to spiritual corruption

– Shared flame affinity

– Combat resilience increased

She stared at the numbers, her lips parting slowly.

"This is… unbelievable…"

Isaac met her eyes. "You earned it."

She reached out and squeezed his hand, her voice quiet and sure.

"I'm not going anywhere."

And beside the lake of a soul-born world, under a sky shaped by their bond, they watched the morning rise.