“Oh, yes! Finally taken down, a scene truly worthy of song, tears, celebration, and heaven-shaking joy! I am truly moved, absolutely overflowing, it's impossible not to celebrate with a spectacular display!” In the Hall of Inhibition, Gaia seemed incredibly excited, hopping and skipping across the hall, her small hands occasionally tossing things upward, causing countless blossoms to rain down from the air, a beautiful spectacle.

Alaya looked at her, utterly bewildered, unable to fathom why Lin Luo successfully ‘taking down’ a girl made her so exuberant.

“Hmph, you really don’t understand a thing.” As if reading her thoughts, Gaia turned around, gazing at Alaya with smug satisfaction, shaking a finger as she declared, “I have realized it—this world, as long as there is love, one can possess everything. When we truly comprehend love, we can break free from our own constraints, reaching unprecedented heights. That is precisely how we save the world: through love!”

Alaya suppressed the urge to comment on Gaia’s demeanor and turned her gaze back to the game screen, where the image of the blonde leader being ‘taken down’ was displayed, offering no critique either, only feeling that Gaia was wasting her potential on trivialities. Such things, she resolved, were absolutely forbidden for her.

Yet, Alaya couldn't help but ask, “Then what, in your opinion, constitutes true love?”

“To take down is true love!” Gaia responded with unwavering conviction, her voice ringing like a hammer striking an anvil. “Platonic spiritual love is unnatural and hypocritical. Anyone who fantasizes about spiritual love, no matter how noble their outward display, is ultimately just posturing. Facing the one you cherish, if you harbor no desire for physical union, then either your mind is flawed, or you are feigning virtue, or you simply do not understand what love is. Only when spirit and flesh are completely united does that affection ascend, transforming into genuine love—that is the emotion capable of elevating us beyond the confines of this world!”

Gaia spread her arms wide, gazing upward at the heavens with an expression of deep longing. Then she looked back at Alaya, pointing a finger at her predecessor, declaring sternly, “Therefore, cuteness is justice, and taking down is true love. To obstruct the physical union of two people in love is absolute evil. I, as the force of Inhibition, have decided that anyone who attempts to bind true love with the shackles of spiritual romance is my enemy. Against such people, I shall deliver the absolute final judgment!”

“To prevent the takedown is evil; to oppose it is sin. O, sinners possessing such wickedness, my divine retribution awaits you at any moment!” Gaia grew more agitated, more fervent with every word, until finally she lost sight of Alaya, completely immersed in her own fantasy of true love, a world known only to Gaia.

“...” Alaya was rendered utterly speechless, unwilling to rouse Gaia, who was lost in her vision of true love. She casually shut off a nearby image depicting 'true love,' vanishing from the hall. For the stability of the world-line, and to answer Lin Luo’s unspoken request, she had done all she could. How things developed next was no longer her concern.

Meanwhile, in the shared room belonging to Lin Luo and Altria, after their first intimate encounter, the two remained locked in a tight embrace, savoring the brief silence. But a desire that had been ignited is difficult to extinguish, especially for Altria, who had suppressed her own urges for decades. Now, erupting like a volcano, a single moment of closeness was clearly insufficient to satisfy it.

Merely holding him like this caused her body to heat up once more, and Lin Luo, sensing the subtle shift in the girl in his arms, immediately felt his own arousal. Gazing at her flushed face, he pulled her down without a word, and entered her body once again.

Fierce moans erupted, and the searing heat of passion once again permeated the entire room.

The next morning, when Lin Luo awoke from his slumber, Altria was still nestled in his arms, her head pillowed on his arm, sleeping with a serene smile. Simply looking at her might suggest only warmth. But upon closer inspection, one could discern numerous solidified white stains clinging to the corners of her mouth and face, and her exposed, pale body was marked with countless red and white trails. From these small details, it should not be hard to deduce the intense passion that had transpired in this room the night before.

As if sensing Lin Luo’s gaze, Altria quickly opened her eyes. The first thing she saw was his familiar face, and a wave of happiness washed over her. But when she noticed the faint smile playing on Lin Luo’s lips, she was abruptly reminded of the shameful scene from the previous night, and her entire face instantly burned crimson. Instinctively, she averted her gaze.

It hadn't felt like much while they were engaged last night, but now, after several hours of rest, both body and desire had cooled down. Recalling the scene of sheer, uninhibited sensuality made her unable to bear it... She had always vehemently despised men and women lost to carnal desire, never imagining she would one day wallow in it herself. The openness and abandon of last night were almost unimaginable to her.

Just a slight reflection brought on a feeling of utter shame.

Seeing her expression, Lin Luo could guess her thoughts. He gently lifted her chin... and smiled, “Intimacy is human nature; there is nothing to be embarrassed about. Relax a little, and you will quickly grow accustomed to it.”

“Accustomed? How is that possible!” Altria absolutely did not believe him. If she could become used to that, wouldn’t she become some kind of... doll? To have been so intense last night, she must be abnormal. Yes, it must be because she had suppressed her desires for too long, causing such a violent release. She certainly wouldn't be like that again in the future.

Altria found herself a convenient excuse, but thinking of it again, the scenes from last night flashed through her mind, and the blush on her face deepened.

Seeing her like this, Lin Luo decided not to press the issue further. He sat up, stretching the arm that had served as her pillow all night, then swept Altria into his arms.

“Ah!” Startled by the sudden action, Altria cried out instinctively and immediately tried to slip down, but due to the physical aftermath of last night’s frenzy, combined with Lin Luo’s tight hold, she was utterly unable to escape. She could only shrink her body in an attempt to hide any shameful parts from view, murmuring, “Wh-what are you trying to do?”

“Taking a bath, of course. Did you think you’d walk out looking like that?” Lin Luo countered with a smile.

“How could I!” Altria’s face changed instantly, and she spoke quickly.

Finding her reaction amusing, Lin Luo chuckled, “Then it’s settled.” “But even to take a bath, I can manage by myself,” the girl said, her eyes shimmering with shy embarrassment.

“Washing together is quicker,” Altria’s weak protest had no effect on Lin Luo. Soon, after preparing the water in the bathroom, Lin Luo carried her body into the vast bathtub. This tub was large enough that not only could two people lie down, but even four could fit comfortably; thus, when they settled in, there was no crowding at all, and plenty of space to maneuver.

However, Altria had never shared a bath with anyone. The moment she entered the water, she jumped away like a frightened rabbit. Seeing Lin Luo reclining comfortably on the other side, eyes closed, letting the warm water wash over him, a spark of irritation ignited within her; she wanted nothing more than to land a few good blows.

But when her gaze drifted down toward the center of Lin Luo’s thighs, spotting the very culprit who had tormented her last night, her heart instantly accelerated, and she quickly shifted her eyes away.

To end this awkward situation quickly, she began to wash herself. Yet, having Lin Luo there beside her made her incredibly uneasy, especially when cleansing her intimate areas, she constantly felt Lin Luo watching her. Furthermore, washing away that bitter taste in her mouth was also not an easy task.

However, as she wiped away the stains below, she noticed that the area which had been agonizingly painful last night now felt significantly better. Aside from a subtle swelling, there was no other discomfort. People said that after a woman’s first intimate experience, it took several days to recover fully, yet here she was, perfectly fine after just one night. This seemed strangely remarkable. Did that imply that another encounter tonight would also pose no problem?

“Ah, what am I even thinking about?” Realizing her wandering thoughts, Altria vigorously shook her head, tossing those wicked notions aside, focusing entirely on scrubbing her body clean.

Moments later, she had finally washed herself thoroughly clean. Just as she was about to stand up and leave the bathroom, she noticed Lin Luo opening his eyes at the exact same moment, sitting up in a corner of the tub, and asking, “You finished washing?”

“What do you mean, ‘too’?” Altria was confused. She had just seen Lin Luo lying there, doing nothing. How could he be ‘too’?

Sensing her thought process, Lin Luo smiled, “You know I can control energy. Even though I did nothing, the energy in the water thoroughly cleansed me. It’s quite convenient.”

“...Truly despicable,” Altria was instantly silenced. She had been ready to hurl a few more insults, but a fleeting glance revealed that the root of Lin Luo’s wickedness was once again standing erect, and she immediately dared not speak.

She remained silent, but Lin Luo pulled her close, his voice becoming suggestive, “Let’s do it again.”

“B-but it’s already morning,” the girl whispered, ears flushed crimson, instinctively refusing.

Lin Luo shamelessly countered, “Morning exercise is beneficial for both body and mind.”

Although Altria felt deeply embarrassed, under Lin Luo’s gentle insistence, she eventually yielded halfway. Concerned about her body’s endurance, however, she chose a different position: kneeling before Lin Luo, bowing her head, and carefully taking his hardened length into her mouth, drawing him in with gentle, rhythmic motions.

Lin Luo stroked the girl’s soft hair, basking in her ministrations, feeling it to be the utmost pleasure.

It was only half an hour later that the two finally dressed and left the room, where the traces of passion still lingered.