Chapter 61

Keira stretched lazily, feeling the pleasant ache in her muscles from the previous night's activities. Beside her, the bed was empty. Alexei had left her with a kiss, explaining he had a brief meeting before they departed for their honeymoon that afternoon.

She got out of bed and walked across the carpet to the bathroom, catching sight of herself in the mirror, hair disheveled, lips swollen, a small mark blooming on her collarbone. "Keira, look at you," she whispered to her reflection. She looked like she had been thoroughly fucked the night before, grinning at herself because she had enjoyed every moment of it. The first time had been gentle but throughout the night Alexei had become more demanding and intense. Just the way she liked him.

After a long shower, she dressed in comfortable clothes and made her way to the private dining room where Amelia was already seated, cradling baby Nicholas.

"Good morning," Amelia greeted with a knowing smile. "Sleep well?"

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