Sophia could feel his heavy breathing and she herself wasn't much better as their close proximity did things to her she never felt before. She wanted to stay close to him always.
When he said, "So, if you are not on the phone then I can do anything." Sophia felt butterflies in her stomach. She wanted to know what he meant by 'anything'. She wished to explore every emotion with him which she was unaware about, that they even existed.
She went with her most honest feelings and said "Maybe" and caught the surprised look on Daniel's face that was brought by her words. She would have chuckled at his cute expression if it was some other time but the moment was too intense for her to do so.
"Don't tempt me, Sophia. You aren't ready yet." Daniel was trying his best to supress his desire to claim her as his and looking at her misty eyes wouldn't help much that's why he rested his forehead against hers with his eyes closed.
"But…" Before Sophia could say anything Daniel placed the index finger of his right hand on her lips and shushed her. He could feel her hot breath against his fingertip.
"Don't say anything. Let me hold you for a moment." Daniel looked at her face with his deep eyes and engulfed her in a tight hug. Sophia breathed deeply against his chest but she still felt as if she wasn't in control of her feelings rather he was steering them for her.
They stood there for sometime when Daniel felt the cold wind blowing. "Let's go inside. You might catch a cold." Daniel let Sophia step out of his embrace and help her palm in his, while guiding themselves inside.
They entered the living area through the side door connected to the garden. Aunt Marry came towards them seeing them entering.
"Sir, Madam. The dinner is ready." Aunt Marry informed them about the dinner and they both went to wash their hands before entering the dining area and taking their seats.
They had their dinner in a comfortable silence. Even if they didn't speak much, they still enjoyed the moment just being able to feel the presence of each other.
Neither did Daniel ask her about Queen001 as he didn't want to pry into her secrets until she revealed them to him willingly. He could wait for a lifetime and never get tired. Sophia too didn't tell him about Tracy's little stunt as she didn't find the lady so important that she has to discuss about her. She was confident enough to handle whatever the situation might arise.
After their dinner they both retired to their bedroom. They wouldn't have required a shower as they already took one in the evening but their sweet moment made them both feel the need to do so. Sophia went to take a shower first and in the meantime Daniel was checking some of his emails on his tablet. After Sophia stepped out of the washroom, Daniel looked up at her.
Daniel's gaze made Sophia turn and look at him. "Aren't you going to take a shower? Is there something on my face or are you trying to make a flower bloom on it, by the way you are looking at me?" She chuckled at her own words.
Daniel seemed to have snapped back to reality listening to her words and keeping his tablet aside, he stood up and walked towards her. She was wearing half sleeved shirt and shorts. Her eyes were misty from the shower and her face looked fresh. She appeared mesmerizing in the simple night attire of hers.
He couldn't help but think that his wife had a face that was infinitely times more beautiful than any flower in the world. "After looking at you, I rather need a cold shower."
His words made her eyes widen in disbelief. But soon her orbs blinked in mischief. "You were the one who said I am not ready yet. So you better control your emotions. Taking too many cold showers is not good for your health." Sophia gave him a wink and moved towards the vanity mirror.
"She will be the death of me." Daniel muttered under his breath before walking towards the washroom. He shouldn't have played this word game knowing well that he would be the one suffering at the end.
Sophia saw him entering the washroom from the corner of her eyes and laughed lightly remembering his expressions. She did her night time skin care routine and settled on the bed with a book in her hand. She was reading the book while waiting for Daniel but she slept unknowingly soon as she was tired from the day.
When Daniel walked out he saw her sleeping while her head was against the headboard and a book lay on top of her. Daniel sighed seeing her uncomfortable sleeping position and walked towards the bed. He took the book and kept it aside before settling her on the bed in a comfortable position.
Tucking her in the blanket, he took joined her from the other side of the bed. He didn't immediately hug her as he was afraid she would feel cold as he just took a shower. He wanted to wait till his body temperature normalised but as soon as he lay on bed, Sophia stirred in her sleep and hugged him while keeping her head on his chest.
Daniel smiled looking at her sleeping face that was now snuggling into his arms. He kissed her forehead and wished her goodnight softly before closing his eyes.
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On the other hand, Tracy was drinking and dancing in a club. A man had his arms wrapped around her waist but she didn't push him away. She saw his well built body and thought he would be a good catch for hooking up for the night. After a few more drinks, they were kissing each other and entered the elevator that provided rooms to VIPs on the upper floors.
The man had his hands roaming all around her body as they entered the room after unlocking it with her key card and the door was slammed shut soon after.
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