Stealing Spree

Chapter 2269: Influenced or not?

Though unexpected, I kept a calm expression on my face as I stood before Anzu-nee, waiting for her to speak first.

With a somewhat awkward silence, her eyes bore into me with a look that was a mix of curiosity and something else. ”Everything okay in there? Is Eimi asleep?”

I nodded as I walked over to her. ”Mhm, I tucked her in the bed. Those chocolates were

stronger than we thought, Nee-san. By the way, how about you? Sorry, I kinda had to lay you down on the couch when I carried Eimi here.”

Anzu-neeʼs eyes narrowed slightly as she looked at me, her arms tightening around that bountiful part of her, ”... Itʼs fine. Itʼs good that you take care of her.”

Her voice seemed to shake a bit as I sensed that she hadnʼt finished speaking yet.

”But I heard everything, naughty little brat.” Upon saying that, she broke eye contact and tried to avert her gaze to prevent her blush from tinting her face.

Of course, she heard it. Otherwise, she wouldnʼt wait here outside Eimiʼs door.

”Anzu-nee-san, itʼs not good to eavesdrop,” My voice came as playful as I could manage. Unfortunately, my head was also starting to get a little dizzy from the effect of the alcoholic chocolates.

Perhaps sensing my instability, Anzu-nee stepped forward as she grabbed my arm. But almost instantly, her face flushed as if she just got caught with her hand in the cookie jar. ”I... I didnʼt mean to listen. I was just worried. And thatʼs what I heard.”

She stammered a bit, clearly hesitating whether to go for it or not.

Although I couldʼve taken this as her being accusatory, I could tell that sheʼs just genuinely concerned for her little cousin. And maybe a little curious too based on what she heard inside.

”I understand why youʼre worried, but donʼt worry I wonʼt just take advantage of Eimi in the state sheʼs currently in. I love her, Nee-san.” I placed my hand on top of her head, caressing it gently as I conveyed my intention.

Her eyes locked on mine for a moment before she nodded. And for a moment, I saw her expression relaxing slightly. ”I know you do. Itʼs just...”

She trailed off and looked away.

I get it. She probably woke up after seeing us gone. She looked for us and ended up here.

I leaned closer to her as I teasingly whispered as an attempt to ease up the tension sheʼs feeling, ”If you want, I can tuck you in too, Nee-san. I mean, you also munch those chocolates down and dozed off earlier. Maybe, you also need rest.”

I thought she would flare up and scold me but Anzu-neeʼs cheeks flushed even more instead as she swayed slightly before nodding. ”Y-yes, please.”

Alright. Looks like I put myself in a situation that I couldnʼt just take back... How did I not consider how she was acting earlier? The influence of the alcohol was still within her system, making her more honest and straightforward like this.

”Nee-san, youʼre acting adorable today, donʼt you think so? And here I thought I would be scolded by you...” Not showing the surprise on my face, I teased her gently as my hand slid down to her cheek, feeling the heat gathering there.

Anzu-nee pursed her lips and looked up at me, her eyes half-lidded as she leaned somehow leaned further into my touch.

”Donʼt call me adorable, little brat. Respect your older sister.” She tried to sound stern, but the way she whispered it only made her voice sound alluring. The haziness brought about by the alcohol was truly making her act unlike herself.

I couldnʼt help but chuckle as I wrapped my arm around her waist, ”Alright. Since I offered, Iʼd naturally deliver. Letʼs go, Nee-san. Let me help you to bed.”

It was just behind her so after turning around, she grabbed onto the doorhandle before hesitating for a moment. She looked back at me with those doe eyes, ”Are...are you sure?”

Her question was loaded with both hope and doubt. Hope that Iʼd come through on my teasing offer and doubt that Iʼd actually indulge in such a risky behavior given our current situation.

”I promised, didnʼt I? That Iʼd be filling that empty role of someone to take care of you while you have yet to find your special person,” I said with a gentle smile, my hand on her waist tightening a bit.

Anzu-neeʼs eyes searched mine for a moment before she nodded, and with a soft sigh, she allowed herself to be led into her room. She was tipsy, but not to the point of being completely out of it. The alcohol had just loosened her inhibitions, making her more open to her desires.

Once we were inside, she sat on the edge of her bed, her knees drawn up to her chest. She looked at me with uncertainty in her eyes as if she wasnʼt quite sure what she wanted to do next.

I pretended not to notice it as I squatted in front of her.

”You okay, Nee-san?” I asked, trying to keep my voice steady despite the sudden rush of heat to my face. This room was full of her scent. And it was a little intoxicating to me. Looking around Anzu-neeʼs room, I noticed the subtle differences that made it uniquely hers. It was tidier than Eimiʼs, with a hint of maturity in the way she organized her belongings. I could see her books neatly arranged on her desk and thereʼs a faint scent of her perfume in the air.

”Y-yes, Iʼm fine,” she replied, avoiding my gaze as she stumbled over her words. I couldnʼt blame her; the tension in the room was thick enough to cut with a knife.

”I see. Well then, should I help you lay down? Or should I step out now?” I asked as I watch her curl up further. With her petite physique, she looked like a small animal trying to hide from my eyes but at the same time, she wanted me to see her like this.

Her eyes darted back to me, and she bit her bottom lip, looking slightly embarrassed. ”You... you donʼt have to leave.”

”Alright. Iʼll stay until you fall asleep. I canʼt just leave when I know you and Eimi are in a vulnerable state. Iʼll lock the door later on my way out.

I stood up and took a step back, giving her space as she slowly laid down. Anzu-neeʼs eyes followed me, filled with an emotion that was hard to decipher in her current state. As she settled into the bed, she reached out and grabbed the hem of my shirt as though asking me to sit down next to her.

I took the hint and sat on the bed, the mattress dipping slightly under my weight. She scooted closer, her body brushing against mine. I could feel her chest pressing on my side as she reached for my hand.

Her skin was warm and slightly sticky from the sweat. I wrapped my fingers around hers and gave it a gentle squeeze, ”Is this okay, Nee-san? Iʼll hold your hand like this until you doze

off.”

Anzu-nee nodded. However, with the way she looked at me, I could tell she wanted more than

this.

I tightened my grip on her hand before cupping her cheek, caressing her lips with my thumb, ”Nee-san, you canʼt tempt me like this. I might not be able to control myself.”

I said that with a playful tone but just like earlier, this older sister had taken it differently. ”What if Iʼm really tempting you? Little brat, comfort me...”

Should I still blame this on the alcoholic chocolate or accept that this was her being honest with her feelings?