I slipped inside, the door clicking shut behind me. I leaned against it, heart pounding. What was that? The movie had been innocent enough at first, but sitting between them… the warmth, the subtle touches. It stirred things I wasn’t ready for. I shook it off, changed into pajamas, and climbed into bed.
The sheets were cool, the room quiet except for the faint wind outside. Snow tapped the window like fingers. I closed my eyes, willing sleep to come. But my mind raced. Images of the twins’ smiles, their bodies close. The throb lingered, a low hum in my core. I tossed, turned. Pulled the blanket higher. Nothing helped.
An hour passed. Maybe two. The clock glowed 1:47 AM. Thirsty now, mouth dry from all the popcorn. Water. That’s what I needed. I slipped out of bed, threw on a robe, and pa
