The Wrong Woman

When Candice shifted in her sleep, a sharp tug on her hair jolted her awake. Wincing in pain, she let out a whimper. As her eyes fluttered open, she realized she was in Elio's embrace. Both of them nestled together under the blankets, skin against skin.

Her cry stirred Elio awake. He looked at her with bleary eyes, his voice gentle yet tinged with concern as he asked, "Candice, what's wrong?"

Candice quickly pulled the blanket closer to her chest, embarrassment flooding her cheeks as she responded, "You're lying on my hair." Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ ꜰindNʘvel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

Elio immediately lifted his arm to free her.

Candice scooted away from his embrace, feeling bashful as her eyes darted around the room. She couldn't help but steal a glance at his well-defined abs. With a soft voice, she asked, "How did I end up in your room?"

Elio offered a faint smile. "This is your room, too."

Candice scratched her head, her recollection of the previous night was hazy. She vaguely remembered having a few drinks before everything went dark. Alcohol never sat well with her, often leaving her drunk after just a few sips.

"Did we..." Candice's voice trailed off as she shyly lifted the blanket to peek at herself before hastily covering up again. Her cheeks flushed as she stuttered, "We... did that again?"

Elio's expression turned slightly crestfallen. "You forgot?"

Candice nodded in response.

the uninhibited nature, and how captivating she

around her waist and pulled her close, rolling over so

"I didn't do anything embarrassing last night,

bathroom while he was showering, and even to her boldly

"Then we "

continued softly, "Since we're living together now, fet's not bother with separate rooms. My thoughts and actions seem

as she mumbled, "I tend to toss and turn at night. I'm worried I'll disturb

didn't. You slept on my shoulder

up to meet his intense, captivating gaze. Elio's eyes seemed to burn with a fiery intensity. He tenderly caressed her cheek, his

watched him with rising uneasiness. His Adam's apple bobbed noticeably, and his lips parted slightly as he took a

Sensing his intent, Candice

tightly against hers, awareness flooded her senses, causing her chest to feel hot and constricted. She took a deep breath and