the middle of the night, with a pressing need to relieve herself. She quietly slipped into her clothes and out of bed and tiptoed to the bathroom, trying not to wake him.
After she was done, she found herself wide awake and decided to step out onto the balcony, the allure of sleep eluding her for the time being.
Althea stood on the balcony, looking up at the night sky. The stars seemed brighter and more numerous than she had ever seen them before. Perhaps it was the way the city lights were diffused by the misty air, or maybe it was the feeling of being somewhere new, away from the pressures and obligations of her everyday life. As she gazed at the stars and found solace in the serene night.
Althea couldn't help but wonder how she was going to face Adam after all that had happened. Despite their mutual decision to keep their distance, they succumbed to an intense and passionate night, breaking the agreement they had made.
