-Laelia-
I was fast asleep when suddenly I felt a pair of lips kissing my shoulder, then my neck. I was slowly roused from my sleep by the warm sensations waking my body in the most delightful way. I turned toward the warm form behind me, opening my eyes to see Ashes hovering just above me.
His yellow eyes studied me closely before his lips met mine in a deep kiss. Images of last night flashed into my mind, heating my body even more. I was surprised by what had happened, but not one part of me regretted it.
I had feelings for Ashes that I had been reluctant to admit, and last night, with everything that had occurred, they took over. He gave me exactly what I wanted and needed, yet I was uncertain if he felt anything toward me or if he was simply fulfilling his duty as my husband. But
