The Crimson Magister Chapter 71: V2-C52: Bathtime

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V2-C52: Bathtime Aqua couldn’t help but crack a small smile as she walked next to Azure. Sheira and Lucia slowed down, leaving the two girls alone while they headed toward the bath. Azure was rather filthy and thus wished to clean herself. “Aqua, sorry I smell so bad. I was stuck in some basement for a while.” “It is completely fine, Azure. Only a fool would blame a victim for smelling bad.” She covered her mouth and chuckled. The white haired girl made sure to keep the distance, even if Aqua had said it did not bother her; it was rather rude to spread her filth over someone. “When I think about it, I haven’t seen you in your usual outfit for a while now.” Azure got slightly closer, just enough not to bother Aqua’s sense of smell. “Did you miss it?” “I am just saying that it really fits you. I could even say that it’s like it was created just for you.” Azure blushed slightly as she continued to praise her heroine. Aqua stopped for a moment. She doesn’t even know how right she is. She chuckled for a moment before wrapping her hand around Azure’s. Azure’s eyes widened as she reeled back from the sudden sign of affection. “A…Aqua?! What’s wrong?” Her arms instinctively wrapped around Aqua despite the reluctance of dirtying someone so pristine. “I am glad you are okay…” Her lips stretched into a line as she pulled Azure into a tight hug before just as quickly letting go of her. “I… I will dirty you.” “So what, not like I wasn’t rolling in filth all my life.” Aqua rubbed her face against her armor before pulling back. However, while Aqua merely looked relieved, Azure’s face gained a red hue as her ears twitched. “Still! You got this disgusting smell all over yourself now!” “Doesn’t matter, we are going to a bath anyway, right?” Azure’s pace slowed down to a crawl as the information hit her, “You… you will join too?!” “Why not? I haven’t bathed in years at this point.” “Years?!” Azure gasped as she stared at Aqua, “How come you are so clean and smell so nice?” A small blush appeared over Aqua’s face, “I… I keep myself clean using a thin layer of mana over my skin… and these clothes can’t get dirty either because of their material.” Her fingers wrapped around her skirt and lifted it slightly. “Not here!” Azure pushed her hands down on Aqua’s and forced the piece of lifted cloth down. Her face became even redder as she grabbed Aqua’s hand. “What did you think I was about to do?” Aqua chuckled. “I wasn’t about to lift my skirt, you know.” “Well, I can’t risk that! What if someone sees?” Azure huffed as she let go of Aqua. “Adorable…” Aqua blushed slightly as she adjusted herself. “We should head to the bath, I am sure you are rather uncomfortable. I will help you brush your hair afterward.” “Really?!” Azure squealed as if she were a little girl. “Why not? You have really beautiful and long hair. It deserves proper care.” “I… see.” Azure’s head slumped down. “Are you okay? Do you not want me to help with your hair?” Aqua tilted her head slightly while wearing, and her eyes watered. Azure stared at the floor. “No, no!” She raised her hands in front of her, “I am not complaining at all! I would be honored to have you help out with it!” Aqua’s sad expression faded and was replaced by a small smile, her hands clasped together. “Good! Come to my chambers as soon as you wake up, and I will do my absolute best!” “I got it! Thank you, Aqua!” Azure sheepishly smiled before picking up her pace. Soon, the duo approached a large marble arch with a sign hanging from its top. The duo stepped in, and they were greeted by two sets of large mahogany doors. One led into the Male section of the baths, and the second toward the female section. While Aqua and Azure stood still, Sheira and Lucia caught up. “Hey~ I am glad I gave you two alone time.” “Ah, Sheira!” Aqua smiled, “I almost forgot that you would be joining.” “Of course I will, and I also pulled this girl with me!” Sheira grabbed Lucia and pulled her forward. The maid’s face and ears were red as s