[ there's a million thoughts running through aether's mind right now, none of which is sinking too deeply save for one thing. but even before he can react, he can see ajax looming over him, an apologetic look on his face. aether tries to struggle against his bonds, looking very alarmed by this development.

ajax, wait—

any words of protest are muffled, however, and aether can only stare wide-eyed at his friend as they fulfill his "sister's" twisted commands. a moment later, he's turning his head away, breaking the kiss and looking very much disgusted by the entire affair; if he could vomit right now, he would. even if this is for lumine's sake, they need to draw a line.

laughter radiates around the room almost like bells tinkling, echoing against the surface of the mirror. the mist surrounding lumine is gone, having dissipated while the excitement was ongoing, but it's clear that her body was thoroughly affected. weakened, but not enough to drive her out. ]

What a passionate kiss, befitting the saviours of this damsel in distress. [ she claps in amusement. ] As fun as that was, though, we've reached the main event. And unfortunately, we're running out of time. Ajax ...

[ his name flows out of her lips lovingly once more, a hand beckoning him. ] Come here. There's one more thing I need for you to do.