Reno's concern moved Kaya, and she nodded obediently.
"Next, let's try limb regeneration."
Reno's hand fell like a knife, and a chicken leg was severed at the base.
After two seconds of numbness, the chicken let out another shriek.
Kaya didn't dare hesitate. A white light emerged from her small hand, enveloping the severed base of the chicken leg.
Nami and Makino's just-closed mouths fell open again, their gazes vacant.
They watched as the muscles at the base of the leg slowly writhed as if they had a life of their own, gradually growing new flesh and blood.
As time passed, Kaya's small face flushed red, and fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead.
Clearly, limb regeneration was different from healing ordinary wounds; it consumed much more stamina.
The process lasted for two minutes, and a brand new chicken leg, with a noticeably different color, was perfectly regenerated.
The rooster was once again hopping about lively.
Before it could be happy, it shot a fearful glance at Reno, flapped its wings, and fled for its life.
A devil. That guy is a devil.
"Hah~ Brother Reno, I succeeded."
Kaya's voice was weak, her stamina nearly depleted.
Reno quickly reached out to support her.
"You did well. Get some rest."
The experiment was a success. Reno's face lit up with joy, and he prepared to help Kaya back to her room.
Wait.
Suddenly, Reno's eyes lit up.
In the system's description, besides curing all illnesses and even regenerating limbs, the Healing Fruit also seemed to have the effect of removing negative statuses.
Isn't fatigue a negative effect?!
With the thought of giving it a try, a white light also emerged from Reno's palm, enveloping Kaya.
Unlike Kaya's, the white light Reno released had a much larger range.
Kaya was confused at first, but soon, her eyes widened.
She could clearly feel the fatigue in her body rapidly disappearing.
In just a few breaths, her stamina was restored to its original state.
Although sweat still remained on her forehead, she didn't feel tired at all.
"How do you feel?!" Reno's voice was filled with anticipation.
Kaya said in disbelief, "My stamina has recovered."
Just as he thought.
Reno was ecstatic.
It was just as he had guessed.
If that's the case, couldn't he infinitely exploit this bug?!
As soon as a negative effect appears, immediately eliminate it with the fruit's power, and then repeat it over and over?!
A human perpetual motion machine?
What about that?!
Reno suddenly had an idea.
If he could eliminate physical fatigue, then every time he finished discussing sailing techniques with a girl, couldn't he also...?!
Again and again?!
In fact, he was always left wanting more.
But due to the high-intensity "learning," the girls would run out of stamina.
He had to stop and rest.
If this idea worked, as long as he wanted, he could completely use the fruit's power to eliminate the girl's negative effects after finishing, and then start again?!
Until he was completely satisfied?!
It seemed feasible.
Reno suddenly felt his lips go a little dry. He looked at Kaya with a burning gaze. He had to try it, he absolutely had to try it.
"Ahem~" Reno's thoughts raced, and he quickly came up with an idea.
"Brother Reno, what's wrong?!" Kaya asked with concern.
Meeting Kaya's gaze, Reno said seriously, "Kaya, do you think I'm trustworthy?!"
Kaya nodded without hesitation, "Of course Brother Reno is trustworthy."
Reno continued, "Then if Brother Reno needs your help with something, would you refuse?!"
This time, Kaya again shook her head without hesitation, "I won't. Whatever Brother Reno needs, Kaya will help."
Not only did he drive away Kuro, but he also spent five years of his life to cure her chronic illness. To Kaya, Reno was a benefactor. A benefactor she could never repay.
Nearby, Nami and Makino exchanged a glance, both showing strange expressions.
They could imagine what was about to happen next. This time, they were certain it was for real.
The two tacitly remained silent.
So far, no woman targeted by Reno had ever escaped.
If they ruined his fun, the consequences would be dire.
Seeing Kaya agree, Reno was blooming with joy internally.
Anything is okay?! With Nami and Makino as witnesses, she said it herself.
"Brother Reno, is something wrong?!" Kaya was still clueless.
Reno immediately feigned a pained expression, "Kaya, my leg is a bit swollen. Let's go to your room so you can help me treat it."
Seeing Reno's pained expression, Kaya believed him.
She completely forgot that Reno himself also possessed healing powers.
After saying goodbye to Nami and Makino, she supported Reno back to her boudoir.
"The captain is so bad. His leg is clearly fine, yet he tricks girls like that." Watching the two leave, Makino sighed helplessly.
Nami retorted, "He didn't lie. He didn't say which leg."
Makino froze for a second, then understood. She gave Nami a playful, reproachful look.
Even though you're younger than me, you know so much.
...
...
Inside Kaya's boudoir.
The devil finally showed his fangs.
Reno guided Kaya into her boudoir, the door clicking shut behind them with a soft, final sound that echoed in the quiet room.
The afternoon sun filtered through the lace curtains, casting a warm, golden glow over the bed with its crisp white sheets and fluffy pillows.
Kayas heart raced, a mix of nervousness and curiosity bubbling inside her as she looked up at Reno, his eyes burning with that intense gaze she had noticed earlier.
She trusted him completely, but the way he had phrased his request about his "swollen leg" made her stomach flutter in a way she couldnt quite name.
He wasted no time, his hands gently but firmly resting on her shoulders as he turned her to face him.
"Kaya," he said softly, his voice low and steady, like a whisper meant only for her ears, "you said youd help with anything.
This... this is something only you can fix." She nodded, her cheeks flushing a deep pink, not fully understanding but willing to follow through.
Renos fingers traced down her arms, leaving a trail of tingling warmth that made her shiver.
He leaned in closer, his breath warm against her skin, and she felt a strange, exciting pull in her belly.
Without another word, Renos lips brushed against hers in a tentative kiss, soft at first, like testing the waters of a calm sea.
Kayas eyes widened, then slowly closed as she leaned into it, her body responding in ways she hadnt expected.
His kiss deepened, his tongue slipping past her lips to explore her mouth, tasting her sweetness.
She tasted like fresh fruit and innocence, a combination that drove him wild.
His hands moved to her waist, pulling her closer until their bodies pressed together, and she could feel the hardness growing against her thigh.
Kayas mind spun with a whirlwind of sensations.
She had never been this close to anyone before, and the heat building between them made her breath come in short, shallow gasps.
Renos hands slid up her sides, slipping under the fabric of her dress to caress the smooth skin beneath.
His touch was electric, sending sparks through her body that settled low in her core.
She let out a small, involuntary moan, which only encouraged him more.
He broke the kiss just long enough to whisper, "Let me show you how good this can feel," his voice husky with desire.
He guided her back toward the bed, his fingers working deftly to unbutton her dress.
The fabric fell away, revealing her soft, pale skin and the gentle curves of her body.
Kayas breasts rose and fell with each breath, her nipples hardening in the cool air, sensitive and eager for attention.
Renos eyes drank her in, his gaze lingering on the pink buds that begged for his touch.
He cupped one breast in his hand, his thumb circling the nipple slowly, watching as it peaked under his fingers.
Kaya arched her back, a soft gasp escaping her lips as waves of pleasure rippled through her.
"Youre so beautiful," Reno murmured, his voice thick with lust, as he lowered his head to take her nipple into his mouth.
His tongue swirled around it, sucking gently at first, then with more urgency.
Kayas hands clutched at his shoulders, her fingers digging into his shirt as she felt a growing wetness between her thighs.
The sensation was overwhelming, a building pressure that made her hips instinctively grind against him.
He responded by pressing his erection harder against her, letting her feel the full length of his arousal through his pants.
Renos other hand trailed down her stomach, slipping between her legs to explore the soft folds hidden there.
She was already slick with desire, her body preparing for what was to come.
His fingers parted her gently, sliding along her sensitive flesh, finding the small, swollen nub that made her cry out.
He circled it slowly, applying just the right pressure, watching her face contort with pleasure.
"Thats it," he encouraged, his voice a low rumble, "let yourself feel it all."
Kayas world narrowed to the sensations he was creating.
Each touch, each stroke, sent jolts of ecstasy through her body, making her thighs tremble and her breath hitch.
She had never imagined anything could feel this intense, this all-consuming.
Renos fingers delved deeper, one slipping inside her warmth, feeling her tightness clench around him.
She was so wet, so ready, that he couldnt hold back any longer.
With his free hand, he quickly shed his own clothes, revealing his hard, throbbing length, veins pulsing with need.
He positioned himself above her on the bed, his body covering hers like a protective blanket.
Kaya looked up at him, her eyes wide with a mix of fear and excitement.
"It might hurt a little at first," he said gently, brushing a strand of hair from her face, "but Ill go slow." She nodded, trusting him completely, and he guided himself to her entrance.
The tip of his shaft pressed against her, teasing her opening before slowly pushing inside.
She winced at the initial stretch, a sharp sting that quickly faded into a deep, fulfilling ache.
Reno moved with careful rhythm, inching deeper until he was fully sheathed within her.
The warmth of her around him was intoxicating, her inner walls gripping him tightly, pulling him in.
He paused, giving her time to adjust, his hands stroking her sides soothingly.
When she relaxed beneath him, he began to thrust, slow and steady at first, building a pace that matched the growing urgency in both of them.
Each movement sent ripples of pleasure through Kaya, her hips rising to meet his, seeking more.
As he picked up speed, Renos breaths came in ragged gasps, his body slick with sweat.
He could feel her tightening around him, her body responding to every stroke, her moans growing louder and more desperate.
"Youre doing so well," he groaned, his voice strained with effort.
His hands gripped her hips, angling her just right so that each thrust hit that sweet spot inside her, making her cry out in ecstasy.
The room filled with the sounds of their bodies slapping together, mixed with their heavy breathing and soft whimpers.
Kayas mind was a haze of bliss, every nerve endingalive with electric sparks of pleasure as Renos thrusts grew deeper and more insistent.
His body moved against hers in a rhythmic dance, each stroke sending waves of heat through her core.
She wrapped her legs around his waist, pulling him closer, her fingers digging into his back as if to anchor herself in the storm of sensations.
Reno groaned, his breath hot against her neck, feeling the tight warmth of her enveloping him completely.
Her inner walls clenched around his hard length, slick and welcoming, drawing him in with every push.
He could sense her building toward her peak, her hips bucking to meet his, her soft moans turning into urgent cries that filled the room.
"Thats it, Kaya," he whispered roughly, his voice laced with raw need, "let go for me."
As he drove into her faster, his own control slipping, Reno felt the pressure building at the base of his shaft.
Her body responded perfectly, her wetness coating him, making every movement smooth and intense.
He reached down between them, his fingers finding that sensitive nub once more, circling it with firm, deliberate strokes to push her over the edge.
Kayas eyes fluttered shut, her back arching as a rush of ecstasy overwhelmed her, her inner muscles tightening around him in rhythmic pulses.
The sight and feel of her climax sent Reno spiraling into his own.
With a deep, guttural growl, he thrust one final time, burying himself fully inside her.
His body tensed, and he released, hot streams of his essence flooding into her depths, filling her with warm pulses that made her shiver in delight.
The intensity of it all left him shuddering, his heart pounding as he collapsed gently against her, their bodies slick with sweat and satisfaction.
For a moment, they lay there in the golden glow of the room, breaths mingling in the quiet aftermath.
Kayas eyes met his, a soft smile playing on her lips, the nervousness from before replaced by a deep, contented warmth.
Reno brushed a kiss against her forehead, whispering, "Youre incredible," before they settled into each others arms, the world outside fading away as the scene drew to a peaceful close.
...
Evening.
Seeing Kaya intimately linking arms with Reno as they walked out of the room, Nami gave him an admiring thumbs-up.
The meaning was self-evident.
Makino smiled and teased, "The sounds were quite pleasant."
Kaya was so red that even the backs of her ears were blushing.
If there was a crack in the ground, she would want to crawl into it right now.
Some things you just can't control. It was helpless.
Kaya could only lower her head, not daring to meet the two women's gazes.
Reno immediately came to her rescue, "Ahem... we're all family from now on, don't bully Kaya."
"We can barely protect ourselves, how would we dare to bully Kaya," Nami pouted.
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