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.

Propping her hands on his shoulders, she straightened up, causing the

as he

her mischievous, triumphant gaze, he took a deep breath and

didn't answer, so I'll do

Maria could respond, her voice broke

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

steam, resembled a misty,

feeling her tremble in his arms. His gaze was filled with

have a place for me in your heart," he

...

in excellent spirits, and her condition stabilized. She began insisting on being discharged from the

the hospital. After arranging full body check-up for her and confirming there were no issues, he went ahead

came along

pack, just a few pieces of clothing, and they arranged

returning to

visit you regularly. Why don't you come live with us?" Ruth waved her

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