A bath, my first one since—forever!
Even with waterproof dressing, I couldn't, but now I can.
The warmth of the water wraps around me as I recline in the bath, my head resting against the cool edge of the tub. My eyes are closed, the steam curling gently around me, the faint scent of lavender in the air. The water laps softly against my skin, the surface glittering with a layer of bubbles that floats up to my neckline.
When I open my eyes, the faint shape at the edge of my vision sharpens, and I startle slightly. It's Vance, leaning casually against the doorway, his shoulder pressed to the frame. His gaze flicks to mine, calm yet intent, grateful for the bubbles shielding me.
"Um… I don't even have words right now," I mutter, instinctively sinking deeper into the water. "Should I just say what we both know I'm thinking?"
"That I should join you?" he teases, his lips curling into an amused smile.
