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Restoring House Nuvelle was no easy task. Working closely under Edelgard helped garner Constance enough reputation and funding to start the process. However, her work was never finished. Endless tasks plagued her day, leaving her working late into the evening. Sleep evaded her. Luckily, she had perfected the art of napping thanks to her girlfriend Hapi. Ten minutes here, five there, and she could last a week without a full night's rest.
"Coco, come to bed," Hapi called to her.
Constance sat hunched over her desk, nose buried in Edelgard’s taxes. Papers stacked high above her head. "I'm almost done! Give me an hour!"
"An hour?" Hapi groaned. "You need sleep. This can wait until morning."
"It cannot wait until morning! I want this prepared for Edelgard bright and early to impress her at the next meeting."
"What could you possibly be doing that's so important you need to stay up late?"
"Taxes," Constance answered sheepishly.
"We did our taxes already."
"Edelgard’s taxes."
"Seriously?" Hapi grumbled. "She already has a royal accountant! Why in Fodlan are you doing her taxes?"
"I just want to be helpful!"
"You just want Edelgard to praise you."
A faint blush happened upon her face. Constance hid behind her book. "That is not true! I only vie for her respect to help me rebuild House Nuvelle."
"You already have her respect. Go to bed."
"Not until I am finished."
"Coco..." Hapi rolled out of bed. "You're getting some sleep. It's not gonna kill you."
"I'm not finished!"
She came closer, foreboding. "Get in bed right now."
Constance leapt out of range. "No."
But Hapi was too quick. A firm hand grabbed Constance by the wrist. Constance yelped as her girlfriend pinned her against the wall. The weight of Hapi's body was heavy against her own. Constance swallowed thickly, heart pounding in her chest.
"It's bedtime," Hapi decided for her. Their faces were a mere breath apart.
Constance glanced down at Hapi's lips. She opened her mouth to speak, but the words caught in the back of her throat.
Hapi grabbed her by the chin to force her gaze upward. "Acknowledge me. Are you going to bed?"
"I'm going to bed right now!" Constance squeaked. Her entire body burned.
"And I'm making sure of that."
With one sweeping motion, Hapi picked up Constance and threw her over her shoulder. Constance squealed at the sudden movement. Her skirt rode up, exposing her underwear. Embarrassment flooded her cheeks. She lied helpless in Hapi's muscular arms, limbs dangling. Finally, Hapi crashed her into the mattress.
The bed groaned under the pressure, the mattress caving underneath the sudden addition of weight. The shock faded, and Constance tried to sit up. Instead, her girlfriend tackled her back down. They fell into the mattress intertwined in each other.
"What are you doing?" Constance asked with concern.
"Making sure you don't get up," answered Hapi, grinning widely. She spread out to cover Constance entirely.
"This isn't fair!"
"Goodnight." She rested her head on Constance's chest, smothering herself in her girlfriend's breasts.
"Hapi!"
"Goodnight," Hapi said again, her voice muffled. Her body went limp, and soon, quiet snores erupted from her.
Constance struggled underneath her, but Hapi was too strong. No amount of movement roused her girlfriend. After many futile attempts, she gave in. Sleep found her quickly.
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Edelgard's most trusted advisors gathered around the table. Mercedes sat on one side of the emperor; the other side was occupied by Dorothea. This early in the morning, the sun hardly peeked through the windows. The smell of coffee wafted through the air. Hubert held his own large cup. Ferdinand, however, sat next to him with a cup of tea in his hand.
No amount of caffeine could keep Constance awake. She still gulped down a cup of coffee as Edelgard discussed the agenda for the meeting. Once her cup was drained, she steeped tea. Her eyes drooped.
"Constance," a distant voice called to her. It faded to the back of her mind.
"Constance!" the voice rang much louder, pulling Constance from her stupor.
"Yes?" She snapped to attention, only for her body to reject being awake once more. She fought with herself to remain conscious as the emperor spoke to her.
Edelgard stood over her, concern creased into her forehead. "You've been working too hard."
"What could you possibly mean?" Constance argued innocently. "I haven't been working hard enough!"
"Please, go back to your quarters and take the day to rest."
"I am fine! I assure you, I don't need to go."
Edelgard glanced to Mercedes who nodded. Quietly, Mercedes stood up and approached Constance.
With a gentle hand on her shoulder, she spoke, "Let's go back to your quarters, so I can check your health. We'll have you back in no time!"
"Please," Edelgard urged her.
Stubbornness and exhaustion toiled within Constance. As much as she wanted to argue, she knew she was fighting a losing battle. She could not ignore the pleas of her emperor any longer. Mercedes took her under her arm and led her back to her room.
As soon as her body collapsed into her bed, sleep took over.
Constance awoke to two women staring down at her. Mercedes had her hands on Constance's cheek while Hapi held her hand. Under better circumstances, this would be heaven. However, Constance felt painfully alive and still clothed.
"How long have I been asleep?" she asked wearily.
"All day," Mercedes answered.
"All day? I have work to catch up on!" Constance shot up, only for Mercedes to gently push her back down. Her hand lingered on Constance's chest.
"It's okay. Hubert and Ferdinand took on your tasks for the day."
"I need to go thank them for their assistance."
"They'll know you're thankful if you take advantage of this time to rest," Mercedes insisted.
"Coco, please listen to us," said Hapi. "You know it's bad when Edelgard says you're working too much."
"I need to get back to work," Constance insisted. "How else am I supposed to restore House Nuvelle?"
"You won't have a house to restore if you don't exist."
Those words rang in her ears as she laid helpless in bed. She balled her hand into a fist. The other was occupied by Hapi's hand. "Fine. I will rest, but only for as much as is necessary."
"I'm so glad to hear that." Hapi hugged her. She settled next to her girlfriend on the bed.
The bed dipped as Mercedes joined them.
"What are you doing?" Constance asked with worry.
"It's bedtime," answered Hapi, nuzzling her neck.
"We need sleep too," Mercedes hummed. Warmth radiated from her body as she moved closer.
Constance stiffened, trapped between two beautiful women. Lips pressed against her neck. A small gasp escaped her lips. Hapi held her closer, taking Constance by the chin to pull her in for a kiss.
"I hope you don't mind the intrusion." Mercedes pet her hair.
"Not at all," Constance sighed.
Mercedes tugged at the collar of the other woman's shirt. "This looks awfully uncomfortable to sleep in."
"You're right. I should probably remove my clothing before resting."
"I like this idea," Hapi agreed, getting a head start on her own shirt. Constance eyed her topless girlfriend hungrily.
Mercedes and Hapi undressed her at once. Hands covered Constance's body, peeling away garments to expose pale skin. Constance whimpered with their touches. They pinned her from either side, leaving her hopelessly trapped. Hardly any thought crossed her mind now. No work, no taxes, only two women worshipping her. She desperately needed more.
Hapi kissed her cheek. "I love you."
"I love you too," Constance murmured.
"You work so hard," Mercedes told her. "You're such a good girl."
"I'm a good girl?" Constance replied, suddenly overwhelmed.
"You are. I'm so proud of you."
Those words held her captive. They played over and over again in her head.
Mercedes took Constance's hand and pecked gentle kisses onto her knuckles. "You're doing such a good job relaxing. How do you feel?"
"Wonderful."
"Good," Hapi said as she occupied herself with her girlfriend's breasts. "I'd like to make you feel even better."
Constance gasped as Hapi groped her. Thumbs circled around sensitive nipples. Mercedes held her hand, whispering words of encouragement while Hapi touched her.
"You make such cute noises," Mercedes commented with delight.
"Doesn't she?" Hapi replied. "You should hear the noises she makes when you-"
"Ah!" Constance screamed as teeth dug into the sensitive flesh of her breast. Hapi sucked on the skin until a bruise formed.
"Adorable," Mercedes hummed. "May I have a turn?"
"Please," Constance whined. The anticipation had her shivering.
"You're so eager." Mercedes leaned in to kiss her. She was met with eager lips. Moans interrupted them as Hapi did not stop. Every mark left Constance a gasping mess. Mercedes held her closer, deepening the kiss. Constance clung to her, twitching from pleasure. Strong arms pinned her down, followed by warm lips on sensitive skin. Hapi moved lower, kissing a trail down to her stomach. Teeth scraped against sensitive skin. Constance screamed out once more, breaking the kiss.
"Do you want Hapi to keep going?" Mercedes asked.
"Yes, please," Constance muttered. Her entire body burned.
"Good girl. Let us take care of you." Mercedes pet her hair, and Constance leaned into the touch. Her face fell into plush breasts.
Hapi, however, preoccupied herself with the space between Constance's legs. One touch, and her breath hitched. Constance clung tighter to Mercedes.
"Good girl," Mercedes repeated. "Let yourself go. You're such a good girl."
Constance could hardly think. All she wanted to hear were those two words.
Hapi's tongue came out to taste her, and Constance gasped. Her entire body lurched as Hapi found every sensitive spot. Tension built thick, ready to snap at Hapi's whim. Constance held her breath in anticipation.
Hapi took her girlfriend's hand into her own, squeezing it as she sent Constance over the edge. Pleasure washed over her in a wave, building slowly then crashing down all at once. Constance screamed out. Her body thrashed, but Mercedes held her tight.
Finally, Constance calmed, and Hapi removed herself from her girlfriend’s thighs. She climbed up to meet Constance, pampering her with soft kisses.
"I love you," she whispered.
"I love you too," Constance managed to speak. Shaky breaths interrupted her words. She leaned into Mercedes, resting her head upon her chest. The woman pet her hair to soothe her. Constance purred.
"We're so proud of you," Hapi said with one last kiss.
"We love you, Constance," Mercedes sang.
And Constance melted once more.
Both women held her close, keeping her warm. As the high faded, exhaustion took over. Her eyes drooped. Arms wrapped around her waist. Hapi buried her face in Constance's neck. Mercedes hugged her from her other side. Constance let out a pleasant sigh, and let herself truly relax.