Chapter 365

Lila shifted slightly but didn't entirely pull her body away. Just before Kieran opened his eyes, she quickly shut hers, pretending to be asleep. She subtly adjusted her position, trying to make it seem like her earlier movement had been unintentional. She could feel that Kieran had woken up, and she expected him to release her immediately. After all, Kieran was such a reserved and disciplined man—he surely wouldn't tolerate this kind of close contact with the opposite sex. But the arm around her waist tightened before she could finish her thought. At the same time, he shifted slightly, settling into a more comfortable position, pulling them even closer. Lila was completely confused. Only she dared to open her eyes when his breathing finally settled into a steady rhythm. She found herself pressed tightly against his chest, feeling his warmth and steady heartbeat. It was slower than it had been during the day. … When Lila woke up the next morning, she saw a soft, warm blanke