Chapter 93 Pushed Deeper

• It was the unexpected, unwelcome coughs that stirred me from my sleep. Dust particles danced in the air as each cough expelled bursts of air from my lungs. Through the window, I spotted the same pair of birds I had seen the day before, perched on the sill, their vibrant feathers illuminated by the morning sun as they nuzzled each other affectionately.
• I rose from the floor where I had unintentionally fallen asleep, taking in the serene sight of her sleeping form in the bed, cocooned in white sheets. With a gentle touch, I sat beside her, admiring the peaceful expression on her face. As my fingers brushed through her hair, it emitted a soft melody akin to the birds' songs outside.
• I reached out to trace the outline of her shoulder exposed by the sheets, before sliding my hand down her arm and beneath the covers, exploring the curves of her body. Wrapping my arm around her waist, I gently turned her towards me.