Chapter 23. Inconsenquential Words

“Wow! I think the conversation between you was very enlightening. You no longer look tired, like you're carrying heavy burdens. You look light.”

  “And I feel light.” He said and leaned back on the pillow.

  Anna approached him and began to caress his face.

  Allister held her hand firmly, forcing her to stop, and looked at her seriously.

  “No, Anna.”

  She felt her face burn with embarrassment and pulled away.

  “I'm sorry, for a moment I forgot... You're not well yet...”

  “I'm perfectly fine to have sex, Anna.”

   “I didn't... That wasn't my intention. You never touched me and your wife told me about the relationship and what you... You see me as a daughter.”

   Allister stared at her for a few seconds before replying.

  “You... Ah, Anna. Your desire for me is so flattering...”

  “Then... We can consummate our love. There's no reason