Chapter 72

Morning light filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow on Lisa and Tom as they slowly awakened from their peaceful slumber. It was their first sleepover together, a milestone in their blossoming relationship. As the sun kissed their skin, they exchanged sleepy smiles, their hearts dancing with the excitement of being together.

Tom stretched his long limbs and gently brushed a lock of Lisa’s hair behind her ear. “Good morning, beautiful,” he whispered, his voice husky with sleep. Lisa’s eyes fluttered open, and a soft blush crept up her cheeks as she leaned in to capture his lips in a tender kiss. It was their first kiss since they began to have feelings for each other and it held the promise of a thousand more to come.

They reluctantly parted, their faces still blissfully close. Lisa sighed contentedly, but duty called. “I wish I could stay here with you all day, but I have to head back to my place and then to work,” she murmured, her voice laced with a hint of