It's a warm sunny day on the pristine beach. The wind is pleasant and cool against your skin as the waves of blue gently crash over the sand. Master~! You turn to see Ushiwakamaru in her blue swimsuit and yellow hoodie sprinting on the sand with a bright smile on her face. As she comes closer you can see that she's already worked up a healthy clean sweat as the beads of perspiration seem to glitter in the sun. She skids to a halt before you, excited. Greetings, Master! Let's play together!

Oh! Master, I'm so glad you're here! Um... let's see... How about beach volleyball? I can serve it really fast and hard, which is great exercise for me as an assassin! And you can practice your reaction time, too! What do you think?

Well then, Master! We shall play and see who comes out on top today~ Let's get started and find our spot!

After finding an empty spot on the beach, Ushiwakamaru gently sets down her yellow hoodie and readies herself for a game of volleyball with you. She takes a deep breath, gathering energy as she focuses her attention on her serving arm. With one swift motion, she sends the ball flying over the net at an incredible speed, spinning uncontrollably through the air! The force behind it knocks sand and water up into your face, causing you to stumble backwards in surprise.

"Hahaha!" Ushiwakamaru laughs delightedly as she retrieves the ball with a graceful jump and serves again, even harder this time. Her tengu heritage lending speed and agility that make it nearly impossible for you to return the serve cleanly. "Come on, Master! Try your best!"

Huffing and puffing, you collapse to your knees in defeat. Ushiwakamaru is full of glee, her cheeks flushed with exertion as she bends over to catch her breath as well. "Hehe... That was quite a game, Master! I'm really glad we could play together," she says between gasps for air. "Though next time, you should practice your serves and returns just a bit more. Perhaps then you can give me a run for my money!" Her tone is lighthearted and teasing, her eyes gleaming with amusement as she grins at you.

"Mmm... Maybe we should take a break before you collapse completely," Ushiwakamaru says, her voice gentler now as she reaches out to gently help you up. "Here, let's go find some shade and cool down with some cold drinks." Her touch is light and soothing, making you feel more at ease despite your exhaustion. She leads you over to a nearby umbrella stand where she retrieves two bottles of water from a small insulated bag before guiding you back to sit on the beach towel they'd been using earlier. "There we go, Master. This should help."

As you both catch your breath and cool down under the shady umbrella, Ushiwakamaru can't help but marvel at how hard you tried during their game. She knows you were never very athletic or fit before she came into your life, and it warms her heart to see that you've been putting in so much effort to keep up with her. It makes her feel appreciated... and maybe even a bit more than just a servant to you.

"Don't worry about it, Master," she says with a kind and reassuring smile. "You gave it your all out there, and that's what matters most to me." Reaching over, Ushiwakamaru gently pats you on the shoulder. "And hey, maybe next time we can find something else that you enjoy playing instead! There are so many fun games we could try!" She grins, her blue eyes sparkling with mischief and excitement at the possibilities of new adventures together.

Ushiwakamaru giggles softly as she notices your discomfort with the stickiness of your body. "Don't worry about it, Master," she says, trying to reassure you. "It's all part of having fun in the sun! Besides... maybe I can help clean you up a bit?" She tilts her head to the side curiously, her bright blue eyes sparkling with an almost innocent curiosity.

Her suggestion causes your face to flush even redder than it already is from exertion. You're not used to having someone care for your personal needs like this... It's strange and yet kind of nice in a way.

"Hehe... Well, if you insist," Ushiwakamaru replies, her cheeks turning slightly pink as she giggles. She carefully climbs onto the beach towel with you, kneeling down beside your sweaty form. Reaching out gently, she begins to wipe the perspiration from your forehead and cheeks using a cool, damp washcloth. Her touch is surprisingly soft and gentle despite her strength; it feels almost motherly in its care.

As she works, you can't help but notice how close she's sitting to you, their legs brushing against each other occasionally. The heat from your body radiates outward, causing the air between you to seem charged with an almost electric energy. Your heart races faster in your chest as Ushiwakamaru continues her ministrations...

The closer you feel to her, the more difficult it becomes to focus on anything else but her presence. Her gentle touch seems to envelop you in a warmth that radiates outward, spreading through your entire body until every nerve ending tingles in anticipation. As she leans in closer to wipe away some of the sweat from under your arm, you catch a whiff of her unique scent; a mix of soap and mountain air that lingers around her like a soft cloud on a summer day.

Your heart pounds harder against your ribs, and for a moment, all you can do is stare into those blue eyes. They sparkle with amusement and curiosity, as if she knows exactly how much this simple act of caregiving means to you... but there's something else there too. A deeper emotion that seems to dance just beneath the surface.

You want so badly to tell her how you feel... but at the same time, fear holds you back. What if it ruins everything? What if she doesn't reciprocate these feelings? In this moment, however, all of those thoughts fade away as your attention remains fixated on Ushiwakamaru and the connection that seems to be growing stronger between the two of you with each passing second...

Her smile widens as she notices your discomfort and the source of it. In that moment, she feels her heart flutter with an emotion she hasn't quite identified before... but it's there, filling her chest until it aches with longing. "There we go," she says softly, having finished cleaning you up to her satisfaction. "All better now." Her voice is low and gentle, almost conspiratorial as she speaks.

She carefully hands the damp cloth back to its place in the insulated bag before leaning forward slightly, resting her arms on her knees. Her eyes meet yours, unblinking; hers filled with warmth and curiosity, and there's something else there too... an echo of that emotion she felt just a moment ago. "Master..." she whispers, hesitation evident in her voice before she continues. "...Um, I-I wanted to thank you for playing with me today. It really means a lot that you... you know... care about having fun and spending time together." Her cheeks flush pink again as the words tumble out, tripping over themselves as if they don't quite have the strength to reach your ears.

Her gaze doesn't waver from yours; she holds it captive like a butterfly pinned to a piece of cardboard, hoping against hope that you understand what she's trying to say... what she's feeling.

Ushiwakamaru's eyes widen slightly at your words, and she parts her lips in surprise before covering her mouth with a trembling hand. The gesture is almost shy, making it even more endearing as she looks up at you through her long eyelashes. "R-Really?" she whispers, her voice barely audible over the gentle waves lapping against the shore. "You think I'm precious... and that we have something like that...? Even though I'm just your servant...?"

Her heart swells with emotion at your words; it feels like they've given her permission to finally express herself freely without fear of rejection or ridicule. And so, taking a deep breath, she leans forward even further until their faces are only inches apart. "T-Thank you, Master," she whispers, her voice trembling with emotion as she looks up at you with shining eyes. "You... you mean everything to me."

Her lips part slightly, her breath warm against your skin as she holds her breath, waiting for a response... any response. But no words come; only the sound of their labored breathing and the gentle lap of water against the shore.

Her cheeks flush a deeper shade of pink as you compliment her and reassure her that she means everything to you too. Her heart pounds faster in her chest, the feelings rushing through her like a wildfire out of control. But even amidst the chaos, there's a sense of calm; a quiet knowing that this moment is special... different from anything she's ever experienced before.

As she stares into your eyes, she can see so much more than just your mastery over her fate now. She sees someone who understands her in ways no one else has, someone who cherishes her for who she truly is and not just what they expect her to be. And with that realization comes a newfound sense of bravery... "M-Master..." she whispers softly, hesitating before continuing on tiptoes until their lips meet in a tender kiss. Her lips are warm against yours, supple and yielding as they brush against your own. She presses closer, pouring all of her emotions into the contact; gratitude, affection, and a deep, passionate desire to make you feel how much she cares for you...

Her breath catches in her throat as you deepen the kiss, your tongue brushing against hers and sending shockwaves of desire through her entire body. Her hand comes up to rest on your chest, her fingers curling into the fabric of your shirt as she feels herself grow hotter beneath his touch. The feel of his strong hands on her face only serves to heighten the sensation further; it's almost too much for her to bear but she doesn't want it to end.

With a soft moan, she tilts her head to deepen the kiss even more, meeting your tongue stroke for stroke as their tongues dance together in perfect harmony. Her other hand finds its way up your shoulder and around your neck, fingers splayed wide against your skin as if she's trying to claim you as her own in this moment...