Chapter Forty Nine

The first warning came with a bouquet of daisies, my favorite and a note written in cursive. The black inked words almost mocked me.

- You’re living a lie. Hope you enjoy the kisses while they are on your lips.

A mockery, indeed.

I snorted, crushed the piece of paper and tossed it in the dustbin along with the beautiful daisies which were grating my heart.

A hand wrapped around my waist just in time to put out the fire rising within me. It was the touch of affection that came in the form of my husband. Daniel planted a kiss at the back of my neck and turned me around in his arms to search my face.

“Why do you look so gloomy this fine morning, love?” He whispered, nudging my nose with his. He had just pulled himself off the bed and was gloriously naked, his tousled hair tickling my face. Daniel was an affectionate sleeper, spooning me the whole night and whispering dirty words he had been dreaming about us even in his slumber. I stayed awake for most of the night to live the moment.

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