The steam from the bathroom's hot water swirled in thick clouds, enveloping the room in a hazy warmth. The air was heavy with the scent of lavender and mint, a soothing contrast to the storm brewing in Samantha's mind. She lay in the tub, eyes closed, feeling the smoothness of the water as it caressed her skin. Every muscle in her body, once tense with worry, was now relaxed—surrendering to the blissful sensations that surrounded her.
The sound of running water filled her ears, and beneath it, the faint rustle of movement. Marcus and Kai, both topless, hovered near the edge of the tub, their presence steady and comforting. Marcus stood closest, his gaze intense but soft, watching over her with a quiet protectiveness. Kai, ever observant, moved with purpose, his eyes flickering between her and Marcus, never straying far from his master's commands.
