Sidney leaned back against the bathtub, his abdominal muscles tense.

Both of them were drenched, water dripping from their bodies.

He held her waist firmly, his Adam's apple bobbing as he spoke.

"Maria, do you like this?"

Maria, exhausted, rested her head on his chest, her ears filled with the strong rhythm of his heartbeat. For some reason, her own heartbeat quickened.

"I do," she whispered.

Sidney asked again, "Do you prefer it faster or slower?"

Maria's face flushed a deep red. She lifted her head to look at him, meeting his intense eyes, which were focused on her, waiting for her response. He hadn't made any further move, just holding her in suspense, and it was driving her crazy. Maria said, "Sidney, when did you become so mischievous?"

Sidney's expression remained calm. "I'm not. I'm just asking for your opinion."

Still unmoving, the water in the tub gradually stilled.

tension any longer. Propping her hands on his shoulders, she straightened up, causing

as he nearly lost

mischievous, triumphant gaze, he took a deep

answer, so I'll do it my

could respond, her voice broke

a small boat on the ocean, tossed by fierce winds and towering waves.

steam, resembled

her tightly, kissing her flushed cheeks, feeling her tremble in his arms. His gaze was filled with

day, you'll have a place for me in

...

and her condition stabilized. She began insisting on being

Ruth, Sidney had no choice but to visit the hospital. After arranging full body check-up for her and confirming there were

along to

have much to pack, just a few pieces of clothing, and they arranged for a car to pick

on returning

come live with us?" Ruth waved her hand dismissively.

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