Warrior Training System-Chapter 288: The thrill of the forbidden

After such a deep conversation, reflecting on heavy topics like war, human nature, and the concept of evil, one might assume that Cassian wouldn't be in the mood for anything remotely intimate.

But you'd be wrong. He had already shoved those weighty thoughts to the back of his mind, considering the matter resolved. Now, his brain was fully occupied with vivid images of all the things he planned to do to Cassandra.

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The problem now was that Cassandra wasn't in the mood—unlike Cassian. The weight of the answer she'd given him, wrapped in that intense lecture, still lingered heavily in her mind. Meanwhile, Cassian, sitting between her legs with them draped over his shoulders, absentmindedly massaged her thighs.

Noticing she had fallen silent for a bit too long, and knowing there's no easier way to keep things flowing with a woman than by talking, Cassian spoke up, his voice casual but curious."What's on your mind, Captain?"

"Nothing…" Cassandra replied, shaking her head lightly. Then, flashing him a small smile, she added, "But I know what you're thinking."

Her amused smile said more than words ever could, and Cassian couldn't help but grin back. Without breaking eye contact, his hands slid from her thighs to her waist. Then, with a gentle but deliberate motion, he pulled her closer, pressing her hips flush against him, her legs still resting on his shoulders.

"Well, if you already know what I'm thinking, why aren't you doing anything about it?" Cassian teased, leaning closer as he stood up slightly, stretching her leg back in the process. His smirk deepened as he added, "You would've killed me by now if you really knew, wouldn't you?"

"Who says I wasn't planning on it?" Cassandra shot back, amused, her smirk matching his. She didn't mind the way he curled her body up, her gaze locked on his as they exchanged silent, mischievous challenges, neither one backing down.

As Cassian leaned in closer, he captured Cassandra's soft, pink lips in a fervent kiss. His hands wandered back to her curves, gripping her with raw need and unrestrained desire, while her fingers cradled his face with a tender, protective touch. Their kiss grew hungrier, deeper, as he pressed himself against her, rubbing sensually between her spread, stretched legs.

But their heated moment didn't last.

Suddenly, Cassandra froze, pulling back abruptly. "Someone's coming this way. Go, hurry—get out of here," she whispered urgently.

Cassian stopped in his tracks, his excitement vanishing in an instant, replaced by a crestfallen look that made him seem like a puppy who had just lost his favorite toy. Seeing his disappointment, Cassandra sighed softly.

"Go to the ruins near the small river and wait for me. I'll be there as soon as I can," she promised, her eyes reassuring even as her tone remained firm.

She leaned in and planted a quick kiss on his lips—just a small, lingering peck. Cassian's face lit up with a bright smile as he nodded and started to get up. But, not without one last playful stop—he nuzzled his face against her chest, making her laugh softly before she pushed him away.

"Stop it, or we'll get caught…" she scolded, her tone teasing but urgent.

With a reluctant sigh, he finally slipped off her, though his mood remained a mix of happiness from her promise and frustration at being interrupted. His disappointment was hard to miss—especially with his body still reacting, his need far from gone.

But he had her promise, and that was enough to keep him going. Cassian made his way to the spot she'd mentioned—the ruins near the small river. As he walked, the setting stirred a memory, taking him back to a night just a few weeks ago. That night, after escaping from prison, they'd hidden in a small hut by the river—the very place where they'd made love for the first time.

It was almost funny, the coincidence. Here they were again, caught in a strikingly similar situation—but this time, thousands of miles away from where it had all started.

While waiting for Cassandra, Cassian decided to check out the area. Since she wouldn't arrive for a while, he figured it was best to make sure no one had sneaked in ahead of them and that no monsters were lurking nearby. Thankfully, his search turned up nothing. It was a relief—if he had found anyone here, it would've been highly suspicious, considering this spot was at the back of the main army camp, opposite the forest.

Even though there were no monsters in sight, the place was still dangerous for ordinary people. Who knew what might be hiding in the depths of the forest?

Satisfied that the area was clear, Cassian headed back toward the ruins. On the way, he spotted Cassandra by the river. Grinning, he quietly approached, surprising her. She immediately glanced around, her body tense, before whispering, even though there was no one else nearby.

"What are you doing here?" she asked, her eyes narrowing slightly. "I told you to wait for me at the ruins!"

Cassian grinned as they broke into a light jog toward the ruins. "Just checking the area," he said with a mischievous smirk. "Wanted to see if anyone else had plans to sneak off here… you know, to do unspeakable things to each other, like us."

Cassandra's eyes immediately sharpened as she glanced around, her domain subtly expanding to scan their surroundings. Cassian felt its energy brushing against him—a faint, teasing sensation that sent a shiver of arousal down his spine.

"Did you find anyone?" she asked, her voice low and cautious.

"Nope. All clear," he replied, flashing a wide, carefree smirk. "Now stop worrying and relax."

Before she could respond, he slid an arm around her waist, pulling her flush against him. His eyes glinted with playful intent as he added, "Or, on second thought… don't relax. Let that worry turn into something else. Meeting in secret like this… it feels forbidden, doesn't it? A little dangerous. Kinda thrilling, right?"

Cassandra gave him a look—a mix of disbelief and amusement—wondering for a second if he was fully in his right mind. Still, as he held her close in the open space, her heartbeat quickened. Knowing there were nearly a thousand people just a couple of hundred meters away, any one of whom could cause a scandal if they discovered the truth about their relationship, especially Lumine.

And, much to her own surprise, she had to admit—it was exciting. The danger only heightened the rush.