Chapter 73. Love and Affection

“You’re beautiful,” he whispered.

A blush dusted across my cheeks as I smiled shyly at him, ducking my head. He raised an eyebrow at me in amusement before he lowered himself to his knees in front of me, cupping my face between his hands, pressing a chaste kiss to my lips.

I melted into him instantly, closing my eyes and allowing myself to relish the feeling of his lips against mine for a brief moment before opening my eyes and meeting his gaze. He smiled softly at me, dropping his hands to my waist.

He gently lifted me up into his lap, holding me close to him as he wrapped his arms around my waist and rested his head against mine.

Not only that, but he sighed happily, burying his nose into my neck, breathing deeply. Not only that, but he breathed in my scent, inhaling deeply, savoring every single detail of me.

I hummed contentedly and snuggled closer to him, resting my head on his shoulder as he rested his chin atop my head. For a moment, everything s