~Corrin 

I was trying my best here.  I was giving it my absolute all. 

Even still, I couldn't stop the burst of laughter from spilling past my lips.

"Stop laughing at me!" Screamed a very red, and very tense Lilly who was quite literally clinging to the edge of the massive bed fit for ten people.

After insisting almost half an hour ago that she was 100% okay with sharing a bed with me, she stiffly climbed unto the bed and hadn't relaxed since. It only became worse when I'd joined her on the bed and the poor thing jerked back so quickly, she went flying off. After climbing back on (if you could even call it that when more than half of her body was still hanging over the edge) she then began what I can only assume to be an intense staring contest with me.

Her face has since been scrunched up in concentration and I swear she hasn't blinked once.

"Relax! You have nothing to worry about. I promise I won't touch you. Not unless you want me to."

I hadn't imagined that her face could turn redder than it already was but this girl was proving that I really shouldn't put anything past her. 

"I- I know that..."

"Lilly, all I want is for you to be comfortable here. If this is too much, just say so. No one is judging you here."

"I know that too. It's just... I know I was all big talk earlier but I'm still really inexperienced and you're really hot and it's been on my mind all day but I think I finally just figured out why you have such a huge ass bed and you probably have a bunch of lovers already-men and women alike and I'm probably inadequate to them and you might probably change your mind about-"

"Woah woah woah! Slow down, love. I knew you were overwhelmed but I hadn't realized it was this bad. What's this talk about being inadequate?"

"Come on, Corrin. I'm not dense. I know you've had s-sex before!"

"So? What's that got to do with anything? I hadn't realized it would be a problem between us."

"It's got everything to do with this! You've been having all this sex with lots of people all these years and I'm still largely inexperienced. What's gonna happen when I'm piss poor at it and you have all your awesome sex partners to fall back on?" 

"Is that what this is about? My being faithful to you? You don't have to worry about that. Or about your skills in bed. Sex isn't something your supposed to just be good at. It's all about exploring and finding out what works. What feels good for both partners. I would never leave you because of something like bad sex- not that that even exists. In my opinion, as long as everything's consensual on both ends, it's gonna be good."

She glanced away shyly, obviously uncomfortable with having such an open discussion about sex. Unfortunately, It must be done and honestly, I'm glad we're clearing the air on this topic so early. It will give a better picture of where we'll be moving forward. 

Taking a risk, I decide to scoot closer to her and offer my hands. She's still obviously nervous but after a few moments of hesitation, she moves a little closer and placed her hands in mine.

"Thank you... I really need you to understand. If and when we ever have sex, you don't have to worry about anything. Just let go and enjoy yourself. That's all you ever have to do. And don't be afraid to tell me something doesn't feel good. I would also like you to understand that I will never, ever be unfaithful to you or betray your trust. 

I know our cultures are very different and I won't deny the fact that I do like having sex and with multiple partners too, but I would never force you to accept that. I'm fine with just you and as much as it would suck, even if you decide that you'd rather not have sex with me I'd still remain faithful. I can live without sex."

"Oh wow. Corrin I- you don't have to do that. I was never expecting you to only have sex with me. Even my parents have a few consorts of their own. You can have other partners if you'd like. And uhm... I do want to have s-sex with you... maybe someday... eventually" she trailed off as she shyly glanced away again.

"That's good to hea- wait. Your parents have consorts? How does that even make sense? I thought having multiple partners was forbidden in... pretty much everywhere outside of Aella."

"Well it's not really the same thing. Aellans are- wait... it's totally the same thing isn't it? Those hypocrites!"

"Well that aside, do you feel at least a little better now?"

"I- yeah. I guess so. The thought of us having... s-sex still kinda freaks me out but I am a lot more comfortable with the idea now."

"Good. And know that I'll be happy to wait as long as you need."

"....thank you. Really."

"Anytime love. I'm always ready to talk about anything you need."

She stared at me in silence for a few more seconds before flopping down on the bed. 

"So have you really slept with multiple people at the same time?"

A startled laugh escaped me at the suddeness of the question.

"What? Where'd that come from?"

I looked to her but she kept avoiding my gaze.

"Just answer the question."

"I have."

"What's it like?"

"Are you seriously asking about my sex stories?"

"Yes. No? Maybe? I- I mean... is that okay?"

"Of course. And I'd be happy to tell you anything you want to know. Just wanted to make sure."

We stayed in silence for a few more minutes with her still refusing to meet my gaze.

"What it's like huh?" I pondered on it for a second. "Well I can't speak for everyone but in my opinion, it's pretty damn amazing. Not all that different from 'regular' sex aside from the fact that there's more people to give and get pleasure from."

"Did you... Have you slept with Hugo before?"

"You really do catch on quick, don't you? Yeah... Hugo has been one of my more... frequent partners in bed. Does that upset you?"

"...no. I don't think so. Do you... want to keep having sex with him?"

 "I do... Does that upset you?"

"No.... You can."

"Pardon?"

"You can have sex with Hugo. I'm okay with it. Really. But only him."

"O-oh. Are you-"

"Yes. I'm sure. And yes. I understand that it's not necessary but I'm okay with it. And maybe... in the future when I've met more of your lovers I'd be okay with them too."

"Thank you. For being so accepting. Of me"

"Well... I- I mean it's not... entirely for you. I m-may be a little curious about it."

Now that was unexpected. I hadn't expected the little firecracker princess to admit to something like that so early on. I guess I'll just have to get used to being surprised by her.

"You are?" I questioned cautiously, afraid to scare her away from the conversation. 

"Uh... Yeah. I think I am."

She stayed quiet for a few more minutes before speaking up again. 

"Is the third door some kind of sex thing?"

"Yeah," I snickered. I knew she'd have brought it up again. She'd been immensely curious ever since getting here and I'd have been surprised if she'd just taken my word and not question it. 

"It's my play room," I explained. "It was made specifically for sex as well as other sexual activities that I'm quite sure you aren't familiar with."

"Like what? "

"Like role-playing and BDSM scenes. Although thinking on it those activities aren't always sexual. But anyways, it's also where I keep all my toys. Maybe I'll show you someday. I think you'll like them."

"O-ok."

"Any more questions?" I asked. 

"A bunch but I think it's best we go to sleep now. I have a feeling tomorrow's going to be very eventful."

"Is that so? Well maybe you're right. Sweet dreams, lovely."

"Yeah. Y-you too..."