The day before Megan’s birthday, Charlotte got a call from her just after lunch.“Hey, Lottie, make sure you come early tomorrow.”Charlotte asked, “Isn’t the party in the evening?”“The party’s at night, but the cruise sets off in the afternoon. We’ll be sailing for two days.”“Got it. What time ar
There was a brief pause on Petra’s end, and when she spoke again, her tone sounded a little off. It was unlike her usual calm. It was hesitant and awkward.“I... I already ate.”Charlotte fell silent.“So Petra had heard it too? Oh God,” she thought.Her face flushed even redder.It was all Sean’s f
Sean filled the tub with warm water, then gently placed Charlotte inside. He picked up a towel and carefully began washing her fair, delicate skin.Maybe it was the steam rising from the hot water, but the blush on Charlotte’s face wouldn’t fade.The bathtub was large enough for two, so sharing it d
Sean stood still, letting her kiss him however she wanted, but made no move to kiss her back.A small wave of defeat rose in her chest.She let go of his neck and stepped back onto her heels.Sean still had a faint smile on his lips. His deep, magnetic voice drifted lazily from above her. “Why’d you
Sean wandered around the bedroom, taking his time as he looked around Charlotte’s space.Her room was simple yet warm and inviting. The bedding was a soft, muted shade of blue, and there was a walk-in closet tucked inside. A faint, floral scent lingered in the air. It was the same perfume Charlotte
Sean’s hand slid downward, coming to rest gently on Charlotte’s slender, fair neck.He lowered his head to look at her. They were so close, their breaths mingled. His voice was low and husky. “Don’t what?”“You know exactly what,” she murmured.He gently lifted her chin, forcing her to meet his deep