Not contracted any longer.

The warmth of the shower enveloped me as I stepped out, feeling refreshed and relaxed. However, my tranquility was short-lived as Lance, with surprising strength, swept me off my feet and gently placed me on his thighs. The unexpected move left me bewildered, my mind racing with questions.(My Mind Is he playing around or going mad? I'm not a child to be scolded like this.)"Hey, what's going on? I've only got a towel on! Let me go!" I protested, my voice a mixture of surprise and concern."Hush now," Lance whispered, a mischievous glint in his eyes. "Keep quiet or I might have to escalate the punishment."My heart raced, partly from the playful fear of the unknown and partly from the tingling sensation of his playful taps on my backside. "Stop it, Lance! It's not funny," I insisted, trying to maintain a sense of authority despite my vulnerable state.As he paused, his hands shifted to a soothing rub, concern evident in his voice. "Did I overdo it? Are you alright? Maybe I should apply some ointment," he suggested, his tone softening with genuine care."I'm fine," I replied, a hint of annoyance creeping into my voice. I hastily adjusted my towel, grateful that he had stopped before things got more awkward.Stepping away, I intended to put some distance between us, but Lance surprised me with a warm embrace from behind. His words, though possessive, carried a sincerity that touched me despite my initial irritation."Don't get too close to Chen. You're mine, remember that. And about last night, I wasn't upset; I just want us to be comfortable with each other," Lance spoke with a mix of authority and reassurance.I turned to face him, seeing a different side of him in that moment. His concern for my well-being mixed with his desire for exclusivity, creating a complex but intriguing dynamic between us.Lance's unexpected confession left me speechless. "I know this isn't the conventional way to say it, but I can't hold it in any longer... Kiera, I love you. You're not just my contracted partner anymore; you're my wife, and I want us to be truly together, no more distance between us," Lance confessed, gently turning me towards him.His words were a whirlwind of emotions, rendering me momentarily wordless. The happiness that surged through me was indescribable. I longed to confess my feelings in return but hesitated, unsure of how to express what I felt. Instead, I reached up and tenderly cupped his face in my hands, rising onto my toes to meet his lips in a soft, lingering kiss. His response was immediate, his breath mingling with mine as the kiss deepened.We found ourselves on the bed, our bodies entwined, his touch igniting a fire within me that I didn't want to quench. The towel slipped away as I unbuttoned his shirt, our passion rising with each caress and whisper of desire.(My Mind I won't regret this.)The night unfolded in a haze of intimacy, a blend of romance and passion that left us breathless and intertwined until the early hours of morning.As I felt his lips brush my forehead, I opened my eyes to the soft light filtering through the windows. We were still wrapped in each other's embrace, my head resting against his chest."Good morning, did I wake you, my little princess?" Lance's voice was a soothing melody."No," I replied, a contented smile gracing my lips."Rest a little more, you must be tired," he suggested, gently stroking my hair."I'm fine. Although, you weren't exactly gentle last night," I teased playfully, earning a chuckle from him."Oh, is my wife complaining now?" Lance teased back, affectionately pinching my nose."Maybe just a little," I admitted with a grin."Are you in a rush to get to work?" I asked, noticing the time."I can afford to be a bit late. After all, who would dare question the CEO's schedule?" Lance replied, his eyes twinkling mischievously as he discarded the sheet between us.A moment of embarrassment washed over me as I noticed a stain, but Lance's reassuring hug eased my discomfort. "It's okay; we're in this together," he murmured, his warmth comforting me.And so, we embarked on another round of shared passion, our connection deepening with each moment spent together._ROSE_...