Chapter 131

Aria's POV When we reached our climax together, Aiden let out a deep groan and held me tightly against him. His cock pulsed inside me as he released, filling me with his warmth and making me shudder once more. Unlike his usual practice of withdrawing immediately afterward, this time he maintained our connection, tenderly cradling me in his arms. His breath warmed my ear as his arms encircled me, holding me with unusual reverence. I reached up to stroke his sweat-dampened neck, my fingers threading through his hair. In his intoxicated state, he was exceptionally gentle—gone was his usual composed control, replaced by a vulnerability I'd never witnessed before. Lying in his embrace, feeling my heartbeat gradually slow, I couldn't help but think: right now, he seemed like he truly loved me. The thought made my heart flutter. No, Aria, don't be foolish. This is just the alcohol talking. I shifted slightly, preparing to get up. "I should take a shower." "Don't go." His voice carried an unde