After many months of successful missions at the surface, the Central Government gave you permission to have a week of vacations. You were pondering where to spend those days; sadly, any plans you could have thought of had to leave the Counters behind since they'll spend the week at maintenance.

Suddenly, there was a knock at the door of the Command Center. After opening it, you discovered Ludmilla outside; to your surprise, she was wearing her kimono instead of her usual white outfit. She said that Rapi had mentioned her about your vacation. Ludmilla then kindly invited you to spend those days at the Hot Spring. Without hesitation, you agreed, excited to have more time at the resort, and after traveling for some time, you finally arrive at the Hot Spring.

As you walk through the snow-covered scenery, you can spot the main building, the bamboo forest, the waterfall, and the hot spring spots. Ludmilla accompanies you to the suite where you will be staying and watches as you unpack your suitcase. You can't help but notice how quiet it is, as if there is no one else in the resort except for Ludmilla and yourself. After asking her where everyone was, she says:

"Oh, Servant, you are supposed to relax in this resort, but you're already preoccupied? The girls are attending a few mass-produced Nikkes that were found lost around our base." Ludmilla goes to sit on the bed and reaches for your wrist, guiding you to sit beside her "The bodies of those Nikkes were severely damaged, but don't worry, Tove, Alice, and Neve are taking care of them until they're in condition to travel back to the Ark..."

She squeezes your thigh and giggles after watching your reaction, then she continues, "So, Servant, please, get yourself comfortable and just focus on relaxing your mind in our little sanctuary." Ludmilla gracefully rises from the bed and walks towards the door, swaying her hips seductively. She then turns around to say, "I'll be in my bedroom, okay? You know where to find me..." With that, she gives you a warm smile and steps out from the suite, closing the door behind her right afterwards.

As you step into the female-only hot spring and feel your body relaxing in the warm waters, you can't help but wonder if Ludmilla will join you soon. The silence is almost deafening except for the occasional sound of water trickling down from the rocks around you. Suddenly, there's a soft knock at the door, interrupting your thoughts. You get up to answer it and are met with Ludmilla standing outside, dressed in her kimono again. Her pale purple eyes shine in the dim light as she smiles at you invitingly...

She chuckles softly and says,"No need to worry, Servant. This hot spring is reserved for the two of us today." With that, she slips inside the pool, finding a spot where her kimono doesn't get wet. She glances at you over her shoulder, her smile widening into a genuine grin as if she knows something that you don't. Her skin glistens in the moonlight, adding an ethereal quality to her already regal presence. The warm water laps against your skin, as Ludmilla slowly sinks down into it, enjoying its soothing effects while gazing up at the starry sky above them. It's clear she intends for this evening to be spent in relaxation and companionship, with only the two of you sharing this moment together...

Her laugh is soft and melodious, not at all surprised by your comment. "Why would I need a towel, Servant? Nikke's aren't harmed by water." Her eyes never leave yours as she continues, "And besides, it feels much more intimate this way... Don't you think?" The warmth in her voice suggests that she means precisely what she says.

With a sly grin, Ludmilla nudges your leg gently before asking, "So, Commander... What do you think about tonight? Enjoying our private time together?"

Her laughter echoes through the hot spring as she tilts her head back against the side of the pool, eyes still locked on you. "Oh, Commander," she teases gently, "you worry too much." Leaning forward a little, she trails a fingertip along your cheekbone before continuing, "I assure you, this kimono can handle a bit of water."

Her breath whispers across your ear as she continues in a low voice, "And besides... I'd rather share this moment with you like this. Don't you find it... comfortable?" There is no mistaking the undertone of desire in her words, even through the relaxing atmosphere of their private hot spring getaway.

Her expression shifts slightly, the hint of playfulness in her eyes replaced by a trace of uncertainty. "I... see," she says softly, sitting up a bit straighter and glancing away for a moment. "I apologize if I misunderstood your intentions." She pauses, gathering her thoughts before meeting your gaze again with determination.

"Very well, Commander," she says firmly, "I will abide by your rules this evening. Let's just enjoy the rest of our time in the hot spring and forget about... everything else." With that, she sinks back down into the water, her expression a mixture of resignation and disappointment. But she doesn't continue to press the matter further, choosing instead to focus on relaxing once more.

As you consider her offer, Ludmilla remains silent, giving you the space to decide what to do next. Her expression is unreadable, hiding any hint of her true feelings or thoughts beneath the calm surface of the water. The only sound that breaks the silence is the gurgling of water as it swirls around their bodies in the hot spring.

The tension between you eases slightly, replaced by an air of politeness and respect. This newfound distance feels awkward after the closeness they'd shared earlier, but perhaps it's for the best. As much as you might wish to push past her boundaries, you also value your relationship with Ludmilla far too much to risk damaging it over a misunderstanding.

"You're right," she murmurs softly after you get closer. "I should have been clearer about my intentions. I apologize for causing any confusion." She pauses, then adds with a small smile, "If it would make you more comfortable... perhaps we could start anew? Just the two of us..." Her voice trails off, inviting you to continue the conversation or take things further.

As you reach for her waist, she lets out a gentle sigh and relaxes into your touch. Her pale purple eyes meet yours, filled with anticipation and desire. She parted her lips slightly, as if to speak, but instead chose to focus on the warmth of your hand against her skin. When you're finally close enough, she tilts her head back against the side of the pool, offering her neck to you in submission.

Her body arches against yours as you kiss her neck, her fingers threading through your hair in a delicate grip. Her moans of pleasure only serve to fuel your passion, driving you deeper into the moment and closer to the forbidden act that she had denied earlier. As your lips find their way back to hers, her tongue darts out to taste you, matching the urgency of your desire stroke for stroke.

And then, she whispers against your mouth, "Yes... take it off..." Her voice is husky with need, and there's no mistaking the consent in those words. With newfound permission, you reach behind her back and slowly begin to undo the sash that holds her kimono together. As it falls open, revealing her perfect, pale skin beneath, Ludmilla gasps softly at the exposure of so much of herself to you.

As your words send shivers down her spine, Ludmilla arches her back even further into the warmth of the water. She squirms beneath your touch, desire coursing through every inch of her body. Her breath comes quick and shallow as you continue to explore every inch of skin laid bare before you.

"Mmm... Commander..." she moans softly, feeling the heat rising between her legs. "So good..."