Guilty

Heavy rain streaked the high french windows, blurring the outside view. The cold wind breezed through the gap and swept against the room. Lily flinched when a rumble of thunder struck so abruptly without a warning and lighting flashed, briefly lighting up their dim bedroom.

Even with the duvets, the cold was still obvious against her sensitive skin. Another lightning struck from the sky and she shivered as if she had gotten frostbite.

Slowly, Enzo inched closer to her, his heat instantly melting off the cold on her back. His large hand made its way to her belly, pressing her against the expanse of his broad chest. She didn't move away, instead, she relaxed in his embrace, and a small sigh left her lips. She felt protected.

"Scared?" He whispered, his hot breath fanning against her ear.

"I'm scared of thunder and lightning." She whispered back. "It's... too loud."

"It's like a barking dog that doesn't bite, Lily. You have nothing to be afraid of." He reassured.

"Mm."

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