Chapter 142
Sean was so close that his warm breath brushed against the curve of her neck, carrying a faint, crisp scent of woodsy cologne that seemed to wrap around Charlotte, filling her senses.
Her nerves tightened, her breathing quickened.
Sean’s gaze dropped to her lips, and without hesitation, he leaned in.
A soft, warm touch brushed against her lips–gentle, like the whisper of a feather.
“Sweet…” he murmured.
Charlotte’s heart pounded wildly in her chest, her breaths coming faster, her entire body tensing beneath his touch. She lay perfectly still, tension radiating
through her.
Was this the “reward” Sean mentioned?
Her cheeks flushed at the thought. She had never experienced anything like this before, and the anticipation made her even more nervous.
It felt like her heart was about to leap out of her chest.
Sensing her tension, Sean pulled back slightly, his deep chuckle brushing against her skin.
“Relax, Lottie. I’m not going to eat you.”
But a moment later, his lips found hers again.
This time, his kiss was soft and teasing, a gentle brush that barely lingered. Charlotte’s nerves began to ease, and she wondered if she had been overthinking things.
But that thought vanished when the kiss deepened.
Sean’s mouth claimed hers, warm and sweet with a faint taste of peach–the lingering flavor of the candy he had given her. Her breathing grew faint, her mind swirling as warmth bloomed through her body.
Herfingers intertwined with his, and her entire body seemed to heat up, a slow, growing fire spreading through her veins.
Everything felt so natural, one step leading to the next.
And just as they were about to cross that final line, Sean paused, his voice a low, gentle whisper.
“Lottie… are you okay with this?”
Her cheeks burned as she nodded.
On the nightstand, there was a box of protection. Sean made sure everything was safe. Only then did he lean down, and they truly became one.
For Charlotte, it was an entirely new experience. She had thought about this before coming here, knowing that it might be their first time together. Given that they had been together for several months, it didn’t feel too soon.
At first, Sean’s movements were slow and gentle, careful not to hurt her. But gradually, his intensity grew.
Charlotte found herself swept away in a tide of emotions and sensations, losing all sense of time and place. She held onto him, feeling like she was drifting in a sea
of warmth and desire.
It wasn’t until late into the night that they finally stopped, both of them breathless, and Charlotte slipped into a deep, peaceful sleep.
She didn’t wake up until the next afternoon.
When Charlotte’s eyes fluttered open, the room was filled with soft daylight. It was already three in the afternoon.
The bed beside her was empty. Sean had already gotten up.
Outside the window, snow blanketed the world, a pure white covering as far as the eye could see. The entire town looked like a dreamy winter wonderland.
Beyond the glass, she could see tourists laughing, building snowmen, and having snowball fights, their cheerful voices muffled but clear.
Watching them, a sudden thought struckher. She wanted to go outside and build a snowman too.
“Awake? Hungry?” Sean’s voice came from behind her
Charlotte turned to see him holding a tray with a bowl of soup and some freshly made pastries.
*I went out to get you your favorite soup, along with some local treats from Linton Springs. Want to try them?” Sean asked, placing the tray on the sanall round table.
Charlotte nodded, siniling
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“Sure, I’ll just wash up first.”
But as she swung her legs out of bed and stood, a sudden weakness washed over her. Her knees wobbled, and she nearly stumbled.
Quick as ever, Sean’s arms wrapped around her, pulling her securely into his embrace. His voice was teasing, his tone low and warm.
“Legs feeling a little weak?”
A deep blush spread across Charlotte’s cheeks. She hadn’t noticed while lying down, but now her whole body felt sore, her legs trembling with a dull, lingering
ache.
It seemed like he might have been a bit too rough last night.
Seeing Charlotte’s flushed cheeks and her silence, Sean’s voice dropped to a low, teasing tone.
“Sorry, sweetheart. Looks like I was a bit too enthusiastic last night. Let me carry you to the bathroom.”
Charlotte pouted, cheeks puffing slightly.
“But I wanted to go out and play in the snow. How am I supposed to do that now?”
He laughed, a soft, warm sound.
“It’s just temporary. Walk around a bit in here, and you’ll be fine soon enough.”
Sweeping her up effortlessly, Sean carried her to the bathroom and gently set her down in front of the sink.
But even standing there, Charlotte’s legs were still wobbly. A sharp, tearing sensation lingered in her thighs, and even her calves ached.
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