In the quiet of the room, Neuvillette's gaze swept across his surroundings, seemingly lost in contemplation as he emitted a wistful hum. Meanwhile, your eyes diligently scoured the space, seeking any avenue of escape or exit.

"This must be someone's prank," The Iudex's focus realigned upon you, bore an inscrutable calmness, his countenance betraying no emotion, seemingly unfazed by the realization of being confined in the room with you. Deciphering his thoughts proves to be a challenge. "we are stuck."

However, his response is not the primary concern demanding your attention. Rather, the perplexing question causing your mind to ache is the purpose behind both your presence in this setting.

This chamber presents an absence of exits or apertures, save for a singular door confronting you, adorned with a note on it.

"No one can leave the room without kissing."

Both you and Neuvillette gaze silently at the note, neither daring to break the silence. Despite your attempts to open the door using every conceivable method, luck does not appear to be on your side today.

Before any words could escape your lips, the Chief of Justice swiftly presses you against the wall, a hint of color gracing his cheeks. "May I?"