The night sky was a canvas of black, a velvety expanse dotted with stars that shimmered like a million tiny diamonds. It was as though a bottle of glitter had been tipped over and all the sparkling dust had fallen upon the heavens above. The buzzing sound of insects filled the air, their piercing hum breaking the silence that hung between the two figures seated close to each other.
Despite their proximity, the man's voice sounded distant, as though it was emanating from a deep dungeon. "No, I'm sorry," he said, his words barely audible.
"Sshhh..." The woman hushed him instantly, placing a gentle finger on his lips. "No words," she whispered, not wanting anything to spoil the peace of the night.
She couldn't bear to see him in pain any longer. The night had already taken its toll on him, and she didn't want it to claim any more of his peace. She wanted the two of them to be together, to love each other and soothe each other's wounds with their passion.
