Kokoro stood in the kitchen, the aroma of her lunch filling the air as she chopped vegetables with precision. Suddenly, she felt a warm presence behind her. Wei Yong, her arranged marriage husband, wrapped his arms around her waist, his breath tickling her neck as he inhaled the scent of her hair. "Can we go out tonight?" he asked, turning to her with a playful, cute face that made her heart flutter.

Caught off guard, Kokoro felt a blush creep up her cheeks. She nodded shyly, her mind racing with thoughts of what the evening might hold. Later that night, they arrived at the hot springs, the steam rising around them creating an intimate atmosphere. As Kokoro slipped into the changing room, her heart raced at the thought of putting on her swimsuit. She hesitated, feeling a mix of excitement and shyness.

Finally, she emerged, her cheeks flushed as she adjusted the straps of her swimsuit. Wei Yong's eyes widened in admiration, and he offered her a reassuring smile. The warmth of the springs beckoned them, and as they stepped into the water, Kokoro felt a wave of relaxation wash over her, mingling with the thrill of being so close to her husband. The night promised to be one of discovery and connection, as they both navigated the uncharted waters of their relationship.