“Hey baby”
I wrapped my arms around Dario’s waist from behind.
He hadn’t noticed I was awake.
He stood by the window, bare-chested, staring outside.
I found myself wondering, not for the first time, how he maintained such an athletic build.
He removed my hands gently and turned.
I looked up at him, and he greeted me with a kiss, then lifted me up.
I wrapped my legs around his waist.
“Did you sleep well, my Queen?” he asked when he pulled away.
“Yes Dario.” I replied.
He twirled me around suddenly. I laughed, screaming, and telling him to stop as the room spun.
He laughed too, then carried me to the bed and laid me down carefully.
“You’re such a bully,” I said, hitting his chest playfully, still smiling.
He lay on me, and rested his head against my chest.
I ran my finger
