Chapter 1926 The coolness made Cecilia shiver; she instinctively curled into his embrace, looking up to inquire, “Did you have a cold shower?” Mark's casual affirmation concerned her, sparking worry for his well-being.

Within the quilt’s embrace, he caught her hand, drawing her close, and reassured her in a whisper, “It’s alright. As long as I'm cautious with my diet, there's nothing to worry about.” He wouldn't have returned if he wasn't certain.

Cecilia fell silent.

Time stretched on until he presumed she had withdrawn into sleep.

Then she reached out, extinguishing the light.

her face into the crook of

whisper, confessed, “Actually, if you wanted to, I wouldn't have rejected you. You didn’t need to take that cold shower.” Mark remained silent, his hand gently

spread

inhaled softly, each wary of betraying their desires. Yet,

back of her head. Sᴇaʀᴄh

he kissed her, his free hand began to ease

voice, vulnerable and tender, beckoned him as she

He answered without words.

to the bedside table, he retrieved a small box, setting it aside before his

moonlight bathed

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