After being reborn, I make up my mind to stop chasing after my husband and daughter

Nathan was like a beast unleashed after centuries of restraint, finally finding solace in me. He didn’t rush–he took his time with the foreplay, worshipping me like I was his goddess.

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I could feel how much he cherished me, something Jared had never given me. I loved every second of it, my mind completely at ease. Nathan was so gentle, making me feel truly

valued.

I didn’t know if Nathan had been holding back for too long, but the first time was over in a

flash, his face flushed with embarrassment.

But he was ready for a second round almost immediately, and that one lasted so long that it was almost unreal. The sensation rippled through every inch of my body, electrifying me

from head to toe.

It felt like I was lost in the clouds, unable to come down. Every bone in my body felt like it was turning to jelly. As my eyes slowly adjusted, I caught sight of Nathan’s handsome face- he looked blissed out and satisfied.

He tried to hold me close, but I slipped away and headed for the shower. While I was washing up, I felt a sharp sting, so I took a look to see what was up. Then I realized that

Nathan was seriously impressive.

When I came out, Nathan had already showered and walked over, wrapped in a towel. He asked in a low voice, “Mind if I stay the night?”

I nodded, and he wrapped me in his arms again. I curled up against his chest, but sleep was

nowhere to be found.

neither of us able to sleep and Nathan

heated up between

up to find it was already past ten–I’d slept right

and in no time, I was dressed, running my fingers through my hair in a hurry as I rushed out

was sitting on the couch, checking his emails. When he saw me rushing out, he called out, “Hey, what’s up? I got you breakfast–do you

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to a meeting,” I said, grabbing

hurried toward

hurried after me to the elevator. “Where are you

do whatever you want,” I replied, striding into the elevator. Nathan just stood

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conference room, the meeting was almost over.

I took my

at the head of the table, gave me a curious look. When the

his assistant, “Send Ms. Murphy a

nodded and

as the file came through, I started reading it

and teased, “What, were you out stealing

time. How come you’re

eyes on the file, forcing a grin. “Yeah, I

me a puzzled look. “Seriously, what’s up? You’re not