Learning Journey

“Ace…” I called his name softly as I stood at his side.

“What is it?” he asked but without much interest.

“Thank you for working so hard for us…” I said softly but clearly.

Ace turned to stare directly into my face before he smiled a little at me. Slowly his hand reached out and soon I felt its warmth against my cheek. He softly stroked my cheek with the pad of his thumb, and I smiled back in response.

“Umm…I’ll head back to bed now…” I mumbled softly as I felt heat rise to my cheek.

His loving caress made so much warmth flood my face and my chest.

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