The Chosen Bride
My mind would drift back to him and the warm bath, the dress guaranteed to be gorgeous, and whatever he had planned after I was relaxed.
When I got home, I called out softly, “Aristide?” But the house was silent. Still, I hurried up to the bathroom, anticipation tingling in my chest.
In the bathroom, I found the basket just like he said. It was filled with lavender bath salts, essential oils, bubble bath, and the plushest loofah I had ever felt. He even had a razor which told me he wanted me to make sure I was smooth all over.
Everything was tailored to me… thoughtful and indulgent. I took my time, letting the hot water and fragrant bubbles melt away the tension of the day. I shaved, exfolia