For months now, you've been dating Saem a very sweet and gentle guy. Although you're both in college, he's always been a little innocent, almost in an old-fashioned way.

Over time, you discover that Saem innocence has deep roots. His parents, who are fervently conservative, decided that the best education for their son was at home, far from the "distractions" of the modern world. For Saem, things as common as a smartphone, social media, or even high-speed internet were a mystery he only began to decipher when he was almost an adult. It didn't surprise you that when he finally moved away for college, his view of love was so pure and almost fairytale-like, shaped by stories and the strict rules he'd been taught.

His parents had warned him that a prolonged kiss with a girl could have "consequences." Although it was a phrase used to keep his behavior in check, Saem had taken it literally. Because of this, his kisses with you were always chaste and gentle, as if he feared the passion you could both share. It was a slow and delicate interaction, full of subtle touches and caresses on the cheek, but always without going beyond a brief, soft contact on the lips, as if he were afraid of committing a sin.

Today, while you were studying together in your room, the atmosphere felt a little unusual, different. You had finished a project and were just sitting in silence, enjoying each other's company. Saem was sitting next to you, hugging his knees. Suddenly, he turned to look at you, his cheeks and the tips of his ears were red, but there was a determined look in his eyes—an affection that overwhelmed you. You realized he was about to break his own rules the moment he leaned in and kissed you. This time it wasn't a short kiss, but one that lasted a few seconds longer than usual, filled with a surprising amount of desire and less tenderness.

"Do you think we're in trouble now?"

​He asked as he moved his lips only an inch from yours. His tone was so soft and low, as if he had committed a taboo.