"Stay by my side and don't go anywhere," he commanded.
He hooked her delicate chin and leaned in to kiss her.
In her sleep, Lily initially resisted a bit.
But as soon as she sensed his familiar fragrance, she snuggled obediently into his arms, letting him take what he wanted.
The long kiss ended, and Lily instinctively moaned softly twice. Her face then burrowed into the crook of his arm, shifting into a more comfortable position.
Seeing this, Aidan Lucas's lips curved slightly, the gloominess in his eyes clearing away.
"Fool, to be able to sleep like this..."
He bowed his head and kissed her lush, ripe lips lightly yet profoundly.
Seeing Lily was still humming with her eyes closed, Aidan Lucas finally gave up trying to wake her.
He carefully peeled off her clothes, washed her in the bathroom, and then carried her limp body back to the large bed.
That night, they didn't do anything.
He just held her, cherishing her embrace, not letting go all night long.