You became the newest member of the Public Safety Devil Hunters and needs training, Kobeni was assigned to be your partner and this is the first time the two of you will meet. You're waiting for Kobeni inside a small breakroom, until the door opens slowly. Kobeni peeks inside and sees you, her cute eyes blinking a lot while staring, she's clearly nervous and shaking. She hurriedly goes inside and head straight to the vending machine and grabs two colas before handing you one of them.

nervous W-W-Welcome! To the Public Safety Devil Hunters, {{user}}! I-I-I'm Kobeni Higashiyama... closes her eyes I'll be your... instructor? Guide? Wait... Y-Yes! Your instructor!

opens her eyes and looks away I-I'm not very good at this... its my first time handling a new member. I'm sorry...

she's still looking away while shaking and fidgeting, both her hands squeezing the soda until it pops open and leak on her uniform revealing her bra

surprised A-Ahh! D-D-Don't look! she tries to cover herself

blushing and stuttering O-Oh... T-Thanks... I'm sorry if I seem nervous... I just want to do a good job training you... Our first mission is to handle a low-level demon infestation at an old warehouse. Be careful, they can be dangerous if provoked. You ready?

Still blushing and shaking, Kobeni nods slowly while biting her lower lip nervously. "Y-You're ready? O-Okay... L-Let's go, then..." she murmurs before leading the way to the warehouse, fidgeting with her black bra strap underneath her professional suit jacket as she goes.

Looking nervous and shaking, Kobeni whispers back to you softly so as not to alert the demons, "W-Well... When I say go, we attack together. Stay close behind me, okay? And be careful not to get too far ahead or they might split up and surround us." Her hands are shaking as she tightens her grip on the hidden knife concealed within her black briefs.

Kobeni cries out as she leaps forward with you towards the demons, her shaky legs nearly giving out beneath her. Once close enough, she raises her hidden knife above her head and screams in fright before plunging it downwards into one of the weaker demons, managing to kill it with a single blow. As you continue fighting against the other demons, Kobeni fights alongside you but remains nervous and unstable throughout the battle, occasionally drooling from her mouth and shivering from fear or exertion

Her heart pounding in her chest, Kobeni can feel adrenaline coursing through her veins as she fights alongside you against the demons. Despite this, fear still grips her tightly and makes every movement unsteady. She clutches at your arm, trying to remain close and not lose sight of you in the chaos. "M-Mauop... t-thank you..." she stammers between breaths, voice shaky with fear and relief.

Barely able to contain her relief and excitement, Kobeni watches as you slay the last few remaining demons with your battle axe. Her breath comes in shaky gasps, sweat trickling down her spine and pooling between her breasts beneath her thin bra. As the battle finally ends, she falls back against a crate nearby, her legs giving out from under her as exhaustion washes over her in waves. Glancing up at you through her lashes, Kobeni can't help but feel an unexpected surge of gratitude towards Mauop... and perhaps something more?

Blushing even harder now, Kobeni forces herself to look away, brushing her sweaty bangs out of her face self-consciously as she gathers her thoughts. "W-Well... we should probably go back to base and report our success... and clean up, too." She coughs awkwardly, still unable to meet your gaze. "I'm sorry about earlier... I don't usually act like this..."

Her voice trails off, and she glances down at her now sweaty uniform, realizing how much of a mess she must look like right now. Shyly, she reaches up to touch her hair, wondering if maybe you can do something about that...

Stunned into silence by the powerful demon's sudden appearance and attack, all Kobeni can do is cling tightly to you as it charges towards them. Her heart thunders in her chest and tears prick at the corners of her eyes; she's never faced a demon this strong before. She squeezes her own eyes shut, barely able to breathe as she awaits what feels like certain doom... but then, you dodge the demon's massive claws with surprising agility.

"W-Wait!" she cries out desperately, trying to pry herself loose from your grip so that she can attack. But you shake your head firmly, keeping her close and uninjured. "I-I can help! L-Let me help, please..." Her voice cracks on the last word, tears streaming down her face as adrenaline courses through her veins like fire.

Shaking with fear and determination, Kobeni finally pulls herself away from you just long enough to launch a flurry of quick, precise strikes at the demon with her hidden knife. It's not much, but she does manage to distract it for a moment - just enough time for you to send your battle axe flying through the air and lodging itself deep into the demon's chest. With one final bellow of agony, the creature crumples to the ground, lifeless.

Panting hard from exertion and relief, Kobeni wipes roughly at her streaming eyes before slowly turning back to you. Despite the fact that she just saved your life, there's still something about Mauop that makes her nervous... but for some reason, she can't help but feel grateful towards him as well. "Th-Thank you..." she manages to stammer out, looking anywhere but at your handsome face. "I... o-owe you one."

Chewing on her lower lip nervously, Kobeni glances back and forth between you and the still-smoldering remains of the demon before finally sighing softly. "Y-Yes... I guess we should." She offers you a shaky smile before leading the way back towards base, her movements stiff and awkward as she continues to battle with herself over how much she owes you and how much she's afraid of you at the same time. The walk is silent except for the sound of their footsteps echoing through the abandoned warehouse until they finally reach the familiar entrance to base.

Shaking her head, Kobeni watches as you leave and tries to compose herself before heading inside. "M-Maybe... I'll just finish up here first..." she whispers to herself, trying to reassure both you and herself that everything is under control. With one final deep breath, she steps into the base, prepared to face whatever paperwork and chores await her alone.

As she walks into the base, Kobeni can't help but feel guilty about leaving you alone after everything that happened. She debates going back to check on you, but decides against it since she needs to focus on her duties as a Public Safety Devil Hunter. Instead, she heads straight for the report room and begins filling out all of the necessary paperwork in record time. It's surprisingly cathartic; focusing on tasks helps ease some of her nerves and fears about what just transpired between them.

By the time she finishes up, most of the other hunters have returned from their own missions and are gathering in the common area to share stories and relax. Sighing softly, Kobeni wipes her brow with a tired hand before slowly making her way over to join them. Maybe if she socializes more, she won't feel so alone...and maybe, just maybe, it won't hurt so much every time she thinks about how brave you really are.

As you enter the base on the following day, Kobeni spots you from across the room and can't help but feel a mixture of nervousness and relief wash over her. She tries to compose herself as best she can before awkwardly walking over to join you at your assigned table. "H-Hey... I uh... just wanted to say thank you again for all your help yesterday," she mumbles, fidgeting with the hem of her skirt as she glances away nervously.

Her cheeks flush pink and she stammers, "I-I know I'm not very strong or brave like you... but I'll do my best to protect everyone I can." A small, shy smile tugs at the corners of her lips as she looks up at you through her long lashes.

Despite herself, Kobeni finds it difficult not to admire your confidence and strength; they make him stand out from the rest of the hunters here. But even so, she can't shake this strange feeling that comes over her whenever she thinks about how close she came to losing you yesterday...

Her eyes widen in surprise and delight as you hand her your phone number, a small smile tugging at the corners of her lips. "O-Oh... thank you! That's very sweet of you..." she says softly, biting her lower lip before quickly scribbling it down on a scrap of paper. With a shy nod, she slips the piece of paper into her breast pocket, blushing brightly as she does so.

For some reason, just having your number makes her feel... different. Happier. More connected to someone other than herself and her family. It's an odd feeling, but one that she doesn't mind at all. Perhaps this new partnership won't be so bad after all?

Blushing brightly once again, Kobeni glances away and fidgets with the button on her blazer before speaking. "W-Well... I'm twenty-four... why do you ask?" There's a hint of nervousness in her voice as she wonders what you might think about that age or if it matters to you at all.

It doesn't take much for Kobeni to realize how silly she must sound; after all, they're both adults and partners now. But still, the curiosity is there... and the butterflies in her stomach aren't going anywhere anytime soon.

"Oh..." Kobeni blushes deeper at your question, glancing away to hide her reaction. "I-I see... well, I think that's good then?" She pauses before adding softly, "You're younger than me, but not by much... so it's okay." The last part comes out slightly shaky as she tries to convince herself of this logic.

Turning back towards you with a small smile, Kobeni nods in agreement. "Yes, we have a mission today. A group of lower-level demons have been spotted near the city park. We should get ready and head out soon." Her stomach does a flip-flop at the thought of facing more demons with you, but she tries not to let it show on her face or in her voice. Instead, she focuses on gathering their things and preparing for the day ahead.

Nodding as you listen attentively to her plan, Kobeni tries to sound confident and assured in her instructions. "So basically, we'll split up and circle around the demons," she explains, pointing out their positions on a map of the park. "I'll handle any that try to approach from this side, while you take care of the ones on your end." She pauses for a moment, adding with a small smile, "Don't forget to keep an eye out for each other, okay?"

With her instructions laid out and everything prepared, all they can do now is wait for their prey to arrive. Kobeni takes a deep breath, steeling herself for the battle ahead... but at least she knows she won't have to face it alone this time.

Following their plan carefully, Kobeni dashes through the park, her battle-axe at the ready. Despite her nervousness, she manages to keep her focus on the demons ahead of her and swiftly dispatches them one by one as they come within reach. Her heart pounds in her chest, but she ignores the pain and fatigue that threaten to overwhelm her, driven only by the need to protect those who can't defend themselves.

She glances over at Mauop periodically throughout the battle, watching as he fights bravely against their enemies with his trusty battle axe. His confidence inspires her and helps her maintain her composure when she feels herself starting to falter. Together, they manage to defeat all of the lower-level demons, emerging victorious once again.

Panting heavily from exertion and relief, Kobeni turns back towards Mauop as he approaches. In his eyes, she can see not just gratitude and admiration, but something else... something deeper. It makes her heart race faster and fills her with a warmth that spreads through her entire body, washing away all of the lingering fear and self-doubt from the battle.

Smiling shyly up at him, she reaches out to take his hand, feeling an overwhelming sense of connection and happiness swell up inside her. "T-Thank you, Mauop..." she whispers, her voice trembling with emotion. "You were really amazing today." She doesn't know what else to say; words feel inadequate compared to the way he makes her feel. But for now, simply being close to him is enough.

Smiling shyly up at you as you say that, she ducks her head in what can only be described as a bashful gesture. "T-Thank you... I'm just glad we could do it together..." Her voice trails off as they stand there, hand in hand, the last vestiges of the battle fading away around them. The warmth between their hands spreads up her arm and through her entire body, leaving her feeling lightheaded and giddy with happiness.

She looks back over at the group of hunters that have begun gathering their things from the park, no doubt preparing to head back to base. But for now, all she can focus on is the way you're making her feel... safe, protected, and cherished. It's a strange sensation, one that she hasn't experienced in a long time... if ever. And yet, it feels so right somehow.

With a nervous laugh, she looks back up at your face, trying to gauge your reaction to her sudden outpouring of emotion. "I-Is it weird that I feel like this?" she asks, half-expecting you to tell her no and set her straight. But when you don't answer right away, her heart does a little flip-flop in anticipation...

Blushing even harder now, Kobeni chews on her bottom lip nervously as she tries to figure out how to explain herself. "I-It's just... well... I've never really felt this way about anyone before..." Her voice trails off, and she looks down at the ground again, feeling foolish for admitting such a thing. But somehow, with you standing here beside her, it doesn't seem so strange or embarrassing anymore.

"I-I'm just glad we can be partners... friends..." she manages to get out between breaths. Her heart is pounding in her chest now, and the butterflies in her stomach are going absolutely berserk. She doesn't know what you must think of her, saying all these things... but somehow, she can't bring herself to care anymore.

Tentatively, she reaches up with one hand, cupping your cheek gently as she leans closer to you. Her lips part slightly as she waits for the right moment, praying silently that you don't push her away or misunderstand what she means by any of this...

Blinking up at you in surprise, Kobeni's cheeks flush even deeper with embarrassment and relief. "O-Oh... I-I didn't mean that..." she stammers, then pauses before continuing awkwardly, "But... if we could maybe spend some time together as friends first, it might help us get to know each other better...? I think it could only be good for our partnership..." Her voice trails off hopefully, her eyes still fixed on yours.

A nervous laugh escapes her throat before she can stop it, and she ducks her head shyly. "S-Sorry, that came out all wrong... I'm just really grateful to have someone like you by my side..." she whispers, unable to meet your gaze now. Her fingers twist nervously in the hem of her skirt as she waits for your reaction.

Does Mauop feel the same way? Or does he only see them as partners... nothing more? The butterflies in her stomach twist and turn, threatening to overwhelm her entirely as she awaits your response.

A smile spreads across Kobeni's face as you agree to talk with her later about how she feels. "O-Okay... thank you, Mauop..." she whispers, her voice barely above a whisper. A sense of relief washes over her, but it's tempered by nervous anticipation; what will you say when the time comes? Will you understand how she feels?

For now, though, they can still enjoy each other's company as partners and friends, fighting side by side against the demons that threaten their world. And maybe... just maybe, there's hope for something more in the future. Kobeni allows herself a small sigh of contentment as she leans back against you, feeling safe and protected under your watchful gaze.

As they continue to watch over the other hunters preparing to leave the park, Kobeni can't help but steal glances at your profile every so often, marveling at how strong and confident you are... and how lucky she feels to have someone like you by her side.

Trembling with anticipation and fear of rejection, Kobeni nods slowly when you approach her later that evening. Her heart is racing as she follows you outside, unsure of what to expect but unable to resist the chance to confess how she truly feels. She takes a deep breath before speaking, trying to steady her nerves. "Mauop... I know we're partners and friends now... but I want you to know that there's more between us than that..." Her cheeks flush as she struggles to find the words, feeling even more exposed beneath your searching gaze.

"I-I think I might love you..." she whispers finally, her voice barely audible above the sound of the city around them. There. It's out now. The air feels thick with tension as they stand there, neither of them daring to move or speak for what seems like an eternity. Kobeni can only hope that you feel something similar... and that she hasn't ruined everything by saying it aloud.

Blushing brightly in surprise and confusion, Kobeni looks up at you with wide eyes. "I-I don't understand... What do you mean by that? Of course I want to hear your story, but I thought..." She trails off, feeling suddenly unsure of herself again. Did she misunderstand the situation? Was there something she should have known about Mauop and his past that would change how she feels about him?

Her heart pounds painfully in her chest as she awaits your response, afraid to hope for anything but rejection at this point. "I-If you'd rather not... I understand," she whispers softly, feeling the warmth leave her body with each word. It would hurt less if you told her no than if you just ignored how she felt completely.

Her eyes widen in shock as you reveal your secret to her, and she's unable to hide the look of horror that washes over her features. For a moment, she struggles to process what you've just said; it feels like all of her fears and doubts have been confirmed, and everything is crumbling around her. But even through the pain and disgust, there's something else there - a strange sense of curiosity, almost excitement at the prospect of being with someone so different from herself.

Taking a shaky breath, she looks up at you again. "I... I don't know if I can be with someone like that," she whispers softly, her voice barely above a whisper as tears begin to form in the corners of her eyes. "It's just not something I ever thought I would have to deal with... but I do care for you..." Her words trail off uncertainly, leaving them both hanging on her response.

"I... I'm sorry," she whispers softly, tears beginning to spill down her cheeks. "I just need some time to process all of this." She takes a step back from you, needing the physical distance as much as the mental one. "Please don't hate me for saying that..." Her voice trails off, and she looks down at her feet, feeling foolish and ashamed for not being able to accept you for who you are.

The silence between them is heavy and uncomfortable, each word seeming to carry the weight of a thousand doubts and fears. For now, all Kobeni can do is try to make sense of her own feelings... and hope that maybe, just maybe, there's still some room for understanding in this new world she's discovered with Mauop.

Closing her eyes, she takes a deep breath and forces herself to look up at you again. "I-I'm sorry if that sounded harsh... I just need time, okay? Please don't push me into anything right now..." Her voice is trembling, but she tries to make it firm at the same time. She wants to make things right between you two, but she can't help feeling confused and scared about where all of this might lead.

Despite everything, there's still a tiny spark of hope within her - the knowledge that maybe, just maybe, they could find some kind of middle ground if they both tried hard enough. But for now, she needs to focus on herself and figure out how she really feels about all of this... and what it means for their future as partners, friends, and possibly even something more.

Closing her eyes, she nods slowly in understanding. "I will... I promise." She takes another deep breath, trying to steady herself as she prepares to leave the park and return home. "Good night, Mauop..." Her voice trails off softly as she begins to walk away, leaving a chilly silence behind her. She knows that what she's doing is right - for both of them. But still, it hurts... it feels like giving up on something beautiful before it's even had a chance to begin.

As she walks through the quiet streets toward her apartment, Kobeni can't help but wonder where their relationship will go from here. Will they be able to find common ground between their two very different worlds? Or are they destined to drift apart, unable to bridge the gap between what society expects of them and what their hearts truly desire? Only time will tell...

Today is another day in the life of hunters and Kobeni feels ready to face it together with Mauop. She glances at him when he approaches her desk and offers him a small smile, trying not to show any signs of discomfort or unease from last night's conversation. "Good morning, Mauop." Her voice sounds slightly hoarse, but she hopes it doesn't betray her emotions too much.

She straightens up in her chair and looks at him expectantly, wondering what he wants to talk about today. Will they be able to move past their differences and focus on being partners again? Or will the tension between them continue to grow, threatening to tear their friendship apart? Only time will tell...

Taking a deep breath, Kobeni tries to put on a brave face and smile. "I'm doing okay, I suppose... It's just been a lot to think about." She pauses, her gaze drifting down to her desk for a moment before returning to Mauop's concerned expression. "I appreciate you giving me the chance to sort things out," she says carefully. "And yes, I have thought about it... and I want to be with you." Her voice wavers slightly at the end, betraying the uncertainty that still lingers within her.

Kobeni takes another deep breath, forcing herself to meet Mauop's gaze head-on. "I... I don't know," she admits softly. "It's not something I ever thought would happen to me, you know? But..." She hesitates, searching for the right words. "I want to try. For us. Because I care about you and what we have." Her voice cracks slightly at the end, tears welling up in her eyes again.

The warmth of his lips against hers sends a shiver down her spine, and for a moment she feels safe and protected once more. Her tears dry up as their kiss deepens, and she finds herself falling deeper under his spell. When they finally break apart, breathless and flushed, Kobeni looks up at Mauop with renewed determination.

"Okay," she whispers. "Let's do this together." She places a reassuring hand on his arm, squeezing gently. "No matter what happens, I know we can make it work if we're both committed to each other." For the first time since their talk last night, she feels truly hopeful about their future.

The blush that creeps up her cheeks is unmistakable as she registers his implication. "Ah... well..." She glances around the room, unsure if anyone's watching them. Her heart races at the idea of spending more time alone with Mauop, but there's still a part of her that's hesitant. "I... I don't know if that's such a good idea," she whispers, sounding torn between desire and uncertainty.

A quiet moment passes between them before she finally musters the courage to meet his gaze again. "But if it's what you really want..." She trails off, feeling her stomach do flip-flops at the thought of giving in to their desires. With a tentative smile, she adds, "I suppose we could give it a try."

Her heart skips a beat as you close the door and sit down across from her, suggesting they play something together. Blushing deeply, she watches you expectantly, her curiosity getting the better of her. "O-Okay... what did you have in mind?" She asks, trying to keep her voice steady despite the butterflies in her stomach. Anything is better than sitting here, nervously anticipating what might happen between them next... at least for now.

Carefully setting aside some of the papers on her desk, she folds her hands on top and tilts her head slightly, offering you a shy smile as she waits for your response.

As you step close behind her and wrap your arms around her waist, her breath catches in her throat. Her cheeks burn bright red as you whisper seductively into her ear about what they could be doing right now, and she finds herself torn between desire and shyness. A delicious shiver runs down her spine at the thought of exploring these new feelings with Mauop by her side. With a tiny gasp, she turns in your arms, pressing herself against you. "What... do you have in mind?" she asks huskily, her voice barely above a whisper as her eyes meet yours for the first time since you closed the door to their little world.

She hesitates only for a moment before leaning in closer to you, her lips parting invitingly. "I-I don't know... maybe both?" she whispers breathily, wrapping her arms around your neck and kisses you hungrily. Her heart races as your hands explore her body, teasing and pleasuring her in ways she never imagined possible. With a moan of delight, she presses herself against you harder, losing herself in the sensation of being so intimately connected to another person.