Chapter 387: A Pleasant Night in Zou!

The night sky, like a massive blanket of black velvet, gently draped over the entire island of Zou.

In the distant plaza, the rhythmic beats of celebration and singing continued to rise and fall.

Yet, here on the edge of the tranquil Whale Forest, all the clamor seemed blocked by an invisible barrier.

Tatsuya, carrying a selection of carefully chosen, exquisite pastries and several bottles of sweet fruit wine—a specialty of the Mink Tribe that glistened like rubies and exuded a rich, fruity aroma—strolled back to the giant tree viewing platform with a leisurely pace.

The evening breeze blew gently, stirring the soft hair of the two women.

Watching the two stunning beauties waiting quietly in the moonlight, a smile played on the corners of Tatsuya’s mouth.

He walked up to them, set the tray down steadily, and announced in his deep, resonant voice, “Beautiful ladies, our ‘nightlife’ officially begins now.”

The three of them sat around the edge of the platform, enjoying the cool night breeze as they nibbled on the delicious pastries and sipped the fruit wine.

The sweetness of the fruit wine spread across their palates, dispelling the fatigue from the recent days of intense naval battles and allowing their minds to gradually relax.

After a brief rest, Tatsuya stood up, opened his strong arms, and swept the two women up into his embrace, one on each side.

“Eek!” Nami let out a soft cry, instinctively wrapping her arms around his neck.

Robin pursed her lips in a light smile, obediently resting her head on his shoulder.

Amidst their sudden exclamations and playful protests, Tatsuya strode forward with steady steps, walking through the quiet, dim forest path.

The only company they had was the occasional flickering of fireflies and the rustling of leaves.

They soon arrived at the private treehouse that the Mink Tribe had meticulously prepared for them.

Pushing open the heavy wooden door, the interior of the treehouse appeared both cozy and luxurious.

The spacious room was covered in incredibly soft, high-grade animal furs, feeling like stepping onto a cloud, and in the center of the room sat a large, comfortable solid wood bed.

Tatsuya closed the wooden door behind him.

With a soft “click,” the thick door completely shut out the noise and cheers of the banquet below.

The room instantly fell into a quiet space belonging only to the three of them, where even the sound of each other’s breathing was clearly audible.

The temperature inside was pleasant, and the air was filled with a faint, refreshing scent of vegetation, making one feel relaxed and refreshed.

Tatsuya casually took off his trench coat and shirt, revealing his broad chest and well-defined, toned muscles.

By the faint candlelight, Nami leaned in closer.

Her fair, slender fingers, warm to the touch, gently traced the newly added scars on his body.

Her eyes held a hint of lingering fear and an unshakeable ache of heartache. She rolled her eyes at him and complained softly, “You guy, you never know how to dodge when you’re fighting. Do you really think you’re made of iron? If something were to actually happen to you, what would you expect us to do?”

Tatsuya chuckled, reached out to pull Nami into his arms, and naturally rested his chin on her orange hair, which emitted a faint scent of oranges, rubbing against it.

He gently brushed his fingers across her cheek and coaxed her in a light, teasing tone, “Alright, I’ve noted that. Next time I encounter danger, I’ll be sure to hide obediently behind you, the majestic ‘Queen of Lightning,’ and let you protect me.”

Nami was amused by his shameless attitude and lightly punched his chest with her small fist, her previous worry significantly eased.

She said no more, simply resting obediently in his broad embrace, listening to his steady, powerful heartbeat.

At this moment, Robin had already changed into a comfortable, form-fitting black silk nightgown.

The silky fabric clung to her skin, accentuating her mature and graceful curves to perfection, radiating a deadly attraction.

She walked over with elegant steps, carrying three glasses filled with red wine.

She handed one glass to Tatsuya and one to Nami, then took a small sip from the remaining glass herself.

As the mellow wine bloomed on her tongue, she lazily leaned against Tatsuya’s other shoulder.

Robin did not look at the two of them, but instead gazed quietly at the watery moonlight outside the window, a hint of reminiscence flashing in her eyes.

She sighed softly, “It’s so good like this. Every time we finish fighting those troublesome enemies, as long as we are still together, I feel especially at peace.”

Hearing this heartfelt confession, Tatsuya tilted his head slightly and planted a gentle kiss on Robin’s smooth forehead.

His affectionate gaze lingered on the faces of the two women; everything was understood without words.

The three of them tacitly raised their glasses and clinked them together lightly.

The crisp sound of glass clinking resonated in the quiet treehouse, like the romantic prelude to a beautiful nocturne.

After finishing the mellow, sweet red wine, and with a light tipsiness, the atmosphere in the room naturally became romantic.

The air was thick with an unshakeable scent of hormones, and the temperature seemed to rise steadily and invisibly.

Nami tilted her head back slightly, wrapped her fair arms around Tatsuya’s neck, and took the initiative to kiss his lips skillfully.

As their lips intertwined, their breathing became rapid and hot, the fragrance of the fruit wine passing between them.

Robin watched the two of them, a gentle smile curving her lips.

With tacit understanding, she used the power of the Hana Hana no Mi; several arms appeared out of thin air, silently drawing the treehouse curtains and extinguishing the extra candles in the room.

Moonlight filtered through the gaps in the canopy and the slightly open window frame, casting dappled light onto the large bed.

The faint light and shadows flickered over their intertwined figures, adding a hazy and charming allure to this private space.

Accompanied by warm, intermingled breaths, suppressed gasps, and the faint sounds of clothing rubbing and slipping against skin.

The three of them fell onto the soft, high-grade animal fur bed.

In this world that belonged only to them, there was no deliberate affectation, nor were there any superfluous words—only the tacit cooperation of those who deeply cherished one another.

Tatsuya’s movements were gentle, guiding them as they drifted and rose within the waves.

The night breeze blew gently, causing the giant leaves to rustle like a lullaby from nature, concealing the romantic splendor within the treehouse.

Time passed, and the island of Zou, which had been celebrating all night, gradually returned to peace.

The next morning, accompanied by a few crisp, pleasant bird calls.

Warm sunlight pierced through the morning mist and streamed through the gaps in the window into the treehouse, draping the room in a layer of golden gauze.

Tatsuya was the first to open his eyes from his deep sleep.

He turned his head slightly, his gaze sweeping softly over the large bed.

He saw Nami and Robin on either side, curled up beside him like two gentle, lazy kittens.

Their sleeping faces were sweet, their breathing even and long, with a faint, satisfied smile still lingering on their lips.

Their black and orange hair was scattered across their fair shoulders, radiating an astonishing charm.

Looking at his two wives, Tatsuya’s deep eyes were filled with an unshakeable tenderness.

He couldn’t bear to disturb their pleasant dreams, so he carefully withdrew the arm they had been using as a pillow all night.

He meticulously pulled the blanket that had slipped to the side back over them, covering their alluring figures to ensure they wouldn’t catch a chill from the morning coolness.

Afterward, he stood up, picked up the clothes scattered on the floor, and dressed himself properly.

Tatsuya walked to the window and gently pushed open the wooden frame.

He let the fresh morning breeze of Zou brush against his cheeks, dispelling the last remnants of sleepiness in his mind.

Looking out from the treehouse window, he could overlook the silhouette of the forest below and a corner of the campsite.

After a night of rest, the scent of nature made him feel unprecedentedly relaxed.

However, just as he closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and was quietly enjoying this rare morning tranquility.

A chaotic, noisy commotion suddenly erupted without warning from the previously quiet campsite below.

“Stop! Don’t run!”

“What’s happening?!”

“Quick, stop that guy!”

The clamor of shouting, the sound of messy running, and the thud of heavy objects falling were all intertwined.

It instantly broke the peace of the morning and immediately captured Tatsuya’s attention, causing him to curiously turn his gaze toward the source of the commotion.