Chapter 66: Everything I have is yours.

“You’re too kind, Aldi, but thank you for that.” Something told her that this moment was a turning point in their lives, and she took his seriousness to heart as their lips melted together once again, silencing everything around them. Time stood still as they sealed unspoken promises to each other in the most basic of lovers’ rituals, allowing their lips to talk for them in passionate exclamations. Long shadows formed on the glistening floor showing only one person as the moment stretched out into ages before he let go, leading her to the kitchen.

“I’m in the mood for coffee,” he finally broke the silence, “want some?” he asked, so natural, as if this moment was an everyday occurrence, but both recognized the changes it brought within them, capturing this time in their hearts that would last for an eternity.

“Thanks, but I would rather have something cold if you don’t mind, Aldi.”

“Don’t you drink coffee?”