Chapter 250

Aria's POV The afterglow of sex with Aiden left me floating in a dreamy haze. My body hummed with satisfaction as I collapsed onto the bed, still catching my breath. The sheets beneath me felt cool against my heated skin. Aiden rolled to his side, his muscled arm snaking around my waist to pull me against his chest. The warmth of his body enveloped me as he nestled his face in my hair. "Goodnight, Mrs. Carter," he murmured, his deep voice vibrating against my back. I smiled, too content to form words, and let myself drift into the most peaceful sleep I'd had in ages. Morning arrived with sunlight streaming through the half-drawn curtains. I stretched languidly, feeling the delicious soreness in my muscles that reminded me of last night's activities. The bed beside me was empty – Aiden must have gotten up already. The thought of facing him with last night's memories so fresh made my core tighten again. Not trusting myself to keep my hands off him if he gave me that knowing smirk of his,