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For the swimming training, we didn’t do anything particularly special.

“First, let’s practice not being afraid of the water. Try opening your eyes underwater.”

After all, it’s dangerous to move forward with eyes closed.

“Eh… I can’t do that…”

Misha looked frightened at the idea.

This might be more serious than I thought.

“It’s not a big deal once you get used to it. Just imagine this pool is like a bath at home.”

“O-Okay…”

Misha hesitantly started getting her face wet and seemed to clear this step.

“Next, let’s try floating. Just relax your body and lie back on the water surface.”

“Um, like this… Whoa! Water’s getting into my nose!”

She quickly stopped trying to float.

“What is this… some kind of torture…?”

“No, not at all. Water won’t get in your nose if you breathe out through it. Give it a try.”

“Alright, I’ll challenge it…”

Though still a bit scared and her feet sinking, she managed to float.

“Now, try turning over and floating with your head facing the water.”

This task was easier due to her success with floating on her back.

“Next, let’s practice flutter kicking. Hold my hands and kick your legs.”

Her legs were sinking a bit too much, but awkwardness is acceptable.

“Alright, Misha, I’ve taught you all the basics for swimming.”

“I think I did quite well, considering it was all new to me.”

Misha seemed quite tired from doing something unfamiliar.

It’s rare to see her this tired.

We moved to a shorter part of the pond, about 15 meters across.

“The final test. Swim from here to the other side.”

“That’s impossible…”

Misha shook her head vigorously.

“I’ll drown halfway… I can’t do it…”

“Don’t worry. I’ll swim beside you and help immediately if you get tired.”

Lena and Verdonna were also waiting in the middle to assist if needed.

“I’d rather not swim at all…”

Hmm, the plan was to make her swim and experience success.

Alright, let’s use whatever works.

I whispered in Misha’s ear.

“If you swim across, I’ll give you a reward.”

“A reward? What kind?”

“Tonight, I’ll do whatever you like, anything at all.”

Misha’s ears perked up.

“You mean it? As a cat, I’ll take full advantage of that.”

“It’s more important for my wife to learn to swim.”

“Okay! I’ll do it!”

That got her motivated.

“Let’s go then. Staying in the water will only make us cold and pruney.”

And so, Misha’s challenge began.

She started slowly, her feet sinking, causing hardly any splashes.

Her body tilted forward, typical for someone who struggles with swimming, resulting in little forward propulsion.

I thought she might get exhausted halfway…

But Misha was incredible.

She moved forward bit by bit, never stopping her leg movements.

“Go, big sis! You can do it!” Lena cheered, forgetting her role as an assistant.

Finally, Misha reached the other side, stretching her hand out.

“See, this is my strength!”

Exhausted but forceful, Misha smiled triumphantly.

“Misha, you did really well.”

“It’s because of the reward.”

Misha hugged me tightly.

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That night…

“Ah, there. Yes, stroke gently there.”

I was at home, petting Misha, who had returned to her cat form.

It was like a cat’s version of a spa treatment.

“Okay? Put your whole heart into it, don’t think about anything else.”

“I know…”

Spending time with their owner is a kind of status for cats.

I think I ended up doing this for about an hour.

“Alright, that’s enough petting for now.”

“Finally, it’s over.”

“Go out, take a 10-minute break, then come back.”

There was more to come…

After a short break, I re-entered the room to find Misha in her swimsuit again, blushing.

“Master… I want to be affectionate with you in this outfit tonight…”

I felt my excitement rise.

“Alright. I have to obey your commands tonight…”

That night, our love was more intense than usual.