NOVEL WEB Chapter 117: ... Check!
Hugo sat on the edge of his bed, trying his best to look calm, like this was all part of his master plan.
Lily sat across from him on the same bed, her legs tucked neatly beneath her, her eyes watching him curiously.
The warm, flickering light of the Delight Candles danced around the room, giving everything a romantic, almost magical vibe.
The sweet, magical scent of the candles filled the air—it was like honey and vanilla mixed with something that just made you feel things.
For Hugo, it felt like he could lift a car if he needed to. It felt like he had inhaled a mix of confidence and caffeine. His heart was pounding, but his nerves were steeling.
For Lily… well, her occasional fidgeting said enough. She shifted slightly on the bed, brushing her hair back and biting her lip more frequently.
Hugo narrowed his eyes, pretending to think deeply. 'It's working,' he thought, a triumphant grin creeping onto his face.
'She has no idea what's about to happen,' he thought, his triumphant grin morphing into a sly one. 'Those candles are like magic traps. Before she knows it, she'll be completely… wet.'
He couldn't help but let his thoughts spiral. 'The system said she's obsessed with me. Obsessed! This is basically done already. Hugo, you're a genius. No wonder the system picked you. I'm unstoppable.'
He leaned back, mentally patting himself on the back. 'This is how legends are born. First, the candles make her feel a little warm, then a little tingly… and then BAM! She's—'
"Uh, Hugo?" Lily's voice cut into his mental victory parade. "Are you okay? You've been sitting there, staring into space for like… I don't know, forever?"
Hugo blinked, realising he had just spent far too long congratulating himself in his own head. He cleared his throat, trying to regain his composure. "Yeah, I'm fine. Just... preparing."
"Preparing for what?" she asked, raising an eyebrow, her lips curling into a small, amused smile.
"You'll see," Hugo said, leaning forward slightly to cover his panic with a mysterious smile. "Let's get started. Truth or dare?"
Lily smirked, as if accepting some unspoken challenge. "Dare."
Hugo felt a spark of excitement. This was his moment. "Alright," he said, his voice steady but his heart pounding. "I dare you…" he paused for dramatic effect, "To take off one piece of clothing."
Her eyes widened slightly, and her cheeks turned a lovely shade of pink. Hugo watched her nervously, trying not to look too eager.
To his delight, she didn't hesitate for long. Lily reached for the hem of her crop top, pulled it over her head, and tossed it aside, leaving her in nothing but a gorgeous pink bra on top.
For a second, Hugo forgot how to breathe. His brain froze as his eyes locked onto her figure.
'Oh. My. God. This is better than I imagined.' Her bra was lacy and soft-looking, and it didn't just hold her figure—it showcased it.
It was an absolutely erotic sight!
Hugo's inner voice screamed at him to keep it cool. 'Don't pounce. Don't pounce. Not yet. Wait for the perfect moment.'
Lily raised an eyebrow at his lingering stare. "Your turn. Truth or dare?"
"Dare," Hugo said confidently, though his stomach did a little flip.
Lily smirked mischievously, clearly enjoying the shift in power. "I dare you to tell me your phone password."
Hugo froze. He hadn't expected that. "Uh… fine," he said, scratching the back of his head. "It's… uh… 'LlamasEatPizza123!ButOnlyOnTuesdaysBecauseWednesdaysAreWeird.'"
Lily burst out laughing. "Are you serious?"
"Dead serious," Hugo said, watching as she hopped off the bed and sprang for his bedside table at lightning speed.
She grabbed his phone off the bedside table, her fingers flying across the screen. She typed in the ridiculous string of words, and to her shock, it unlocked.
"You're kidding," she said, staring at the screen and then at Hugo, her cheeks turning pink again.
Hugo grinned slyly. "Nope. Works every time."
She stared at him with this look of pure admiration, like he was some kind of genius—or maybe just an adorable idiot.
Hugo leaned back smugly, thinking to himself, 'Enjoy it while you can, Lily, because I'm changing that password as soon as you leave.'
Of course, he would never tell her that. He just needed to be remember to never leave his phone within her reach...
But he wasn't done yet. He leaned forward again, his confidence back in full force. "Truth or dare?"
"Dare," Lily said, her voicenmuch softer this time. Experience more on empire
Hugo's smirk widened. "I dare you to take off one more piece of clothing."
Lily bit her lip, thinking for a moment. Then, to Hugo's mild disappointment, she reached for the hoodie tied around her waist and pulled it off, tossing it to the side.
'Seriously?' Hugo thought, trying to hide his disappointment. 'The hoodie? That's the best you've got?'
But before he could spiral into despair, Lily reached behind her back and, with a smooth motion, unclasped her bra.
Hugo's brain short circuited.
The pink bra slipped off her shoulders and onto the bed, and she looked at him with a smirk. "Isn't this what you wanted to see?" she asked teasingly. "Or are you wasting my time?"
Hugo gulped so hard he swore the entire room heard it. 'Oh wow. Oh wow, oh wow, oh wow. This is happening. This is really happening.'
His thoughts spiraled out of control once more. 'Okay, candles are definitely working. Check. Progress is definitely happening. Check. Lily is… well, Lily's definitely interested. Check.'
He blinked, trying to focus. This wasn't just a game anymore. This was serious. 'Time to seal the deal, Hugo. Midnight's ticking closer. No messing this up.'
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Wish I had a Lily as well... Sigh!
At least my pillow is fluffy...
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