Chapter 118

After freshening up, Austin quietly nudged open the bedroom door. Inside, under the soft glow of the bedside lamp, Suzanne lay on the bed, peacefully asleep with her eyes gently shut. Austin lifted the blanket and slipped into bed with care. No sooner had he settled in than Suzanne, still deep in slumber, rolled over and draped her slender, fair arm lightly around his waist. He froze momentarily. Seeing that her eyes remained tightly closed and her breathing was steady and deep, it was clear she hadn't awakened. Her slightly curled eyelashes, under the light's projection, resembled butterfly wings. Below her straight, elegant nose, her cherry-colored lips appeared adorably charming. Recalling her lively demeanor at the office today, a gentle smile crept across Austin's face. He softly tucked the blanket around Suzanne and then embraced her before drifting into a deep sleep himself. … The following morning, Suzanne was awakened by her phone's alarm. She stretched and slow