Chapter 171

• Jaselyn’s POV
• I sigh softly as I finish my nightly skincare routine, feeling the cool, soothing sensation of the moisturizer on my face. The routine is a small comfort, a moment of normalcy amidst the swirling emotions and events of the day. I take a deep breath, feeling a sense of satisfaction and calm wash over me. Carol had a wonderful day, and it feels like we’re making real progress in helping her heal. It makes me so happy.
• As I move to the bed, I hear the bathroom door open and look up to see Rion stepping out, a towel wrapped around his waist. His hair is damp, falling over his face messily. Droplets of water cling to his muscular frame, a particularly asinine drop rolls down from his neck, over his chest, abs and finally down his abdomen, between the V-shape of his nether region, his assets thankfully covered by the towel.