Edwinâs words, unashamed and bold, left Laura blushing.
She rested on her side, her head nestled into a snow-white pillow.
Edwinâs warmth enveloped her from behind.
She sensed his longing for her, yet she lacked the courage for such intimacy in his home.
As the night deepened, his warmth intensified, becoming almost fiery to the touch.
Facing him, Laura lay down.
In a soft voice, she inquired, âDo you need to go to the bathroom and take care of that?â
âDo you pity me?â Edwin teased.
He drew her close, gently covering her eyes with his hand.
âLetâs get some sleep.
We need to rise early tomorrow.
â
Laura thought little of it and soon drifted off, her head resting on his shoulder.
Before dawn, Edwin stirred her awake.
âWhatâs the matter?â Laura, rubbing her eyes, murmured sleepily, âItâs still so early.
Edwin rose to dress.
He had bathed the previous night and now, bare-chested, he began to don his trousers and shirt.
His lean, muscular form caused Laura to avert her gaze.
Fully dressed, Edwin approached the bed, leaning over with hands braced on the mattress.
He affectionately pinched her nose.
âToday marks my Grandmaâs death anniversary.
Our family tradition is to rise early for the rituals.
Dad will be cooking breakfast, and Olivia is likely already up.
â
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Laura was unaware of this tradition.
She became anxious, clumsily getting ready.
She softly asked Edwin, âIs my presence here a bother?â
Edwin chuckled.
âAfter sharing my bed, you still wonder if youâre a bother?â
With cheeks flushed, Laura quickly dressed.
Slipping into a sweater, her black hair curled within, her complexion glowed.
Edwin watched, unable to resist, and leaned in for a ki*s.
He softly said, âIâll head out to help.
Join us after freshening up.
â
Laura nodded in agreement.
With a gentle smile, Edwin left the room.