You are seducing me.

Augustine blushed, nodding as his eyelashes fluttered. "I already told you I forgave you," he purred before rising from the couch.

Extending his hand toward Charles, he waited.

Without hesitation, Charles slipped his fingers into Augustine's grasp, their warmth melding together.

"Let's head to the room," Augustine murmured, his voice carrying the weight of exhaustion. "I just want to lie down for a while."

Charles gave a small nod, allowing Augustine to guide him towards the stairs, their hands remaining intertwined in silent understanding.

Charles's shoulders slumped as his gaze flickered toward the kitchen.

Augustine didn't need words to understand.

The gaze of Charles already told Augustine what he needed to know; Charles wanted him to prepare a meal.

"Pookie, I'm not a good cook" Augustine whispered, his voice carrying a hint of hesitation.