As Nikolai's strong arms enveloped me in the warm embrace of the bathwater, I let out a contented sigh, the tension of the past few days melting away with each passing moment. The water lapped gently against our bodies, creating a soothing rhythm that echoed the steady beat of my heart. Despite the tranquility of the moment, my mind couldn't help but drift back to the whirlwind of passion that had consumed us since our arrival at the secluded cottage. From the moment we crossed the threshold, it was as if the world outside ceased to exist, leaving only the two of us entwined in a frenzy of desire and need. Nikolai's touch was like fire against my skin, igniting a hunger within me that seemed insatiable. And yet, with each caress, each whispered word of devotion, he stoked the flames of my
