Slacking

When Arella woke up, it was so bright that it hurt her eyes. In a sleepy manner, she checked the other side of the bed, and like always, Adrian was not there.

She got up and walked toward the bathroom. As soon as she stepped on the floor, her numb legs refused to stand firm, and she fell on the bed again. The sudden pain and numbness jolted her sleepy head awake.

The happenings of the night before appeared in her mind, and her face flushed. Last night, both of them were too enthusiastic. She took deep breaths to calm herself down and then, gathered her courage to stand up again.

This time, with the support of dressing tables, she could reach the bathroom without any disasters. While walking, she also noticed that she was clean and properly dressed. Even the bed sheets were different. 

She washed herself thoroughly, and the warm water helped in soothing her pained body. She could not help but be shocked at her stamina. Normally, two or three rounds were enough to exhaust her, but last night she held her ground without fainting.

Also, the pain was not as bad as she used to feel before. It was still there, but more like a sweet reminder of what transpired last night.

She changed and went down to have breakfast or lunch, whatever was available at this time. In the living room, Andrew was playing games happily on Beastnet. 

When he heard the noise, he stopped his game and greeted her politely. And when she came near him, he felt very comfortable. Her aura was growing stronger! But could it reach such a level within one day? Shocked by the realization, he kept staring at her. 

His blatant staring made her a little uncomfortable. She faked a cough to avoid the embarrassment. Her coughs woke him up from his admiration and confusion.

"Madam, are you hungry? I will get the table set. Please join me for lunch." Andrew spoke fluidly. His gait showed his happy mood.

Arella munched on her food without showing any sophistication. She was starving! Within a few minutes, she swept the entire bowl clean. The cooks did not judge and served more to her.

The good thing about the staff here was that they knew their boundaries, they knew what to ask and what to ignore. Arella felt pleased with their attitude. Once she was done, she went back to have some rest.

When she woke up, she found an extra hand clamping her waist. Adrian was back and was hugging her from behind. She turned around and hugged him back and then fell asleep again.

When she opened her eyes next time, she found herself being held like a baby in Adrian's arms. He was sitting on the bed with her in his lap and a book in one of his hands.

When she stirred, he kept the book down and looked at her.

"Feeling better?" He asked softly.

"Hmm." 

"Hungry?"

"Hmm."

"Okay. I will ask them to send it to our room." Adrian said and then dialed the intercom for the same.

The food was delivered to them in a quarter of an hour. When the knock sounded, Arella wanted to get off his lap, but he refused. She was still squirming, when she heard his horse voice, "Sit still."

Considering her position, she stopped at once. Not wanting to be seen in such a shameful position she hid her face in his chest. Good thing they were partially covered by the blanket.

The staff came with the head lowered, pushed the trolley of food, and then left. They never raised their head and did not see anything other than the floor. With Adrian there, they could not dare to be curious.

Arella sighed in relief at their servile nature. She stretched her hand to grab the snacks when Adrian took the plate before her. 

"Let me feed you." He brought a piece of snack to her mouth, and she happily ate.

Satisfied with the pampering, she squinted like a satisfied cat. After a while, Adrian fed her the entire meal. He too, grabbed a few bites here and there. She wanted to feed him too, but he refused.

Once the plate was empty, Adrian asked with caution, "Had your fill?"

"Hmm. I am done." 

"Good, now let me have mine." He lowered the blanket, and within minutes, their clothes came undone. She let him have his way with her. She was sitting on his lap, so she knew how long he had endured. He waited till she ate, which was already like challenging his limits. She could not let me wait any further.

So, another night filled with bliss and satisfaction enveloped the passionate couple in its embrace.

Another morning, rather afternoon, appeared, waking her from her sweet slumber. When she tried to wake up, she realized that heavy hands had enclosed her waist.

A frown appeared on her face. Adrian had not left? She skillfully turned around and found the fast asleep man. She stared at him for a while, admiring his beauty. He was in deep sleep, her stirring or staring did not wake him up.

'He must be tired. Every night, he does not sleep, and he has to leave early in the morning. It's better to let him catch up on his sleep.' Arella wondered.

After etching his face in her memory, she lightly removed his hands from her waist and quietly got up from the bed.

When she came out of the bathroom, she found an awake man. He sat on the bed, but his eyes were still closed.

"Woke up?" She tenderly asked.

"Hmm." Adrian extended his hand to her which she happily accepted. He pulled her on the bed and let her sit on his lap. Then, he hid his face in her hair and took a deep breath.

"How come the busy chief is slacking?" Arella curiously questioned.

"I am not slacking. I am accompanying my wife." He replied in his husky voice.