Chapter 112

• I lay next to him, watching his chest rise and fall. Rise and fall. His eyes and lips are half opened, I don't know if he is fully present with me, but I don't push him, I just glow with pride, watching him try to catch his breath, knowing I am the reason for his unraveling.
• He turns to cast me a look from under his half closed eyes. He tries to speak but stops to lick his lips. I smirk at him, leaning forward to plant a wet kiss on his lips, moisturising them for him. He sighs into my mouth, his arm come around me and he holds me close to his still heaving chest.
• "Take your time." I say, teasing him. He cracks a lazy smile. I am transfused with light, watching him like this brings me so much pride. I can't explain it. But I love him. I love him so much, it hurts. I watch him, taking in all the tiny details of his face like I haven't already done so countless times before.