Chapter 47. I’m Yours, and You’re Mine (2)

His other hand moved again, and at that moment, I thought he’d caress my body like he had been doing before.

But to my shock, he held my hand, as if he was telling me he won’t let go.

“You don’t need to think or do anything,” River said, his voice low. “Just let me love you and take everything I’m giving you, and everything will be alright.”

It took me a few seconds before I nodded.

I will be lying if I say that I’m not afraid anymore. Everything I’m feeling right now is for the first time. He’s my first kiss, my first hug with a man, and every first that I could have with someone.

But I just trusted the fact that this is River, and no matter what happens, he will always be on my side.

“I trust you… and I’m giving you everything I have,” I muttered as I held onto his hair, breathing deeply. “I hope you won’t destroy it, River.”

Smiling, he kissed my forehead again, telling me how much he loves me even without words.

“I won’t,” he answe