Chapter 112
He turned around with a mix of feelings. Then he asked, “Are you sure?” I nodded to reassure him. He moved closer and nestled himself into bed, drawing me nearer. My breath hitched in my throat. As he held me close, a rush of emotions flooded me; being in his arms brought a sense of security I hadn’t realized I needed.
We lay there in silence, the only sound the gentle rhythm of our breaths. I slowly relaxed into the moment, letting go of my worries. He nuzzled against my neck, inhaling my scent, sending shivers down my spine. Lost in his touch, I silently prayed not to lose control of my emotions as we both drifted off to sleep. Truth be told, I hadn’t slept soundly in a long time, but with him beside me, I felt a sense of peace that allowed me to drift into a deep slumber.NôvelDrama.Org © content.
The next morning, I woke to sunlight streaming into my room. Momentarily disoriented, I remembered that I rarely opened my curtains unless Julie, my maid and trusted companion, was around. Alpha Kessler insisted on Julie taking care of my needs because he didn’t trust anyone else. As I recollected the events of the night before, it all came back to me: Alpha Kessler had spent the night in my room, spooning me. I felt a pang of disappointment when I realized he had left early, without letting me see his handsome face first thing in the morning.
As thoughts raced through my mind, I couldn’t help but feel slightly hurt. Did he find me unworthy? Did he regret staying and feel the need to leave early? I reminded myself that he likely had important responsibilities to attend to, but the nagging doubt about how he perceived our time together persisted. A loud sigh escaped my lips, catching his attention as he appeared from the kitchen. I couldn’t help but smile when I saw him; he looked even more attractive with his tousled morning look. Could I handle this level of attractiveness for long?
His husky voice greeted me, “Good morning, sunshine.” My face turned red as I blushed. “Good morning, Alpha,” I replied, smiling shyly. He grinned, his eyes sparkling. “You’re looking particularly radiant today,” he said, making my cheeks flush even more. I noticed he was wearing an apron over his bare chest, and I realized I had been checking him out. Blushing at the realization, I admired the sight of the mighty Alpha in my kitchen, preparing breakfast.
However, my admiration was interrupted when he coughed, a knowing smirk playing on his lips. “Do you like what you see?” he teased. Caught off guard, I stammered, trying to respond. Embarrassed, I covered my face and leaned back on the bed. His hearty laugh brought butterflies to my belly. In a swift motion, he moved closer, tucking my hair behind my ear, and asked, “Did you sleep well?”
Pretending to ponder, I asked aloud if I had slept well. Before he could respond, I blurted out, “Better than I have in years.” His unexpected embrace caught me off guard, but I relaxed into his arms. “What are you cooking, my big Alpha?” I asked playfully. “Breakfast for my sunshine,” he replied. “Who would have thought there are many sides to my big Alpha?” I mused aloud, feeling a newfound closeness. “Is that my new pet name?” he asked, playfully wiggling his eyebrows. “Don’t you like it?” I asked, searching his eyes. “I love it, sunshine. Thank you for bringing sunshine to my life.” His words filled me with emotions I couldn’t quite express, so I playfully whined, “I’m hungry.”
He smiled, gave me a peck on the forehead, and returned to the kitchen. Moments later, he came back with a tray, placing it on my lap. I eagerly opened it, surprised by the sight of whole-grain toast with avocado and eggs. The aroma made my stomach growl. “Wow,” I said, genuinely impressed. Expecting something simple like pancakes, this was a pleasant surprise. “Thank you, my big Alpha.” He mouthed, “You’re welcome,” with a warm smile. He explained, “I chose a meal rich in fiber, healthy fats, and protein because it’s beneficial for both the baby and the mother.” I felt touched by his thoughtfulness.
“This is new; I never knew my big Alpha is a nutritionist,” I teased. “Don’t worry, sunshine, there are many things you don’t know about me that I’ll unveil bit by bit. For now, eat up,” he said playfully, heading back to the kitchen. The butterflies in my belly fluttered excitedly. I started eating, savoring the first bite of the toast. His voice brought me back to reality, “Sunshine, stop putting ideas in my head,” he teased. I laughed, my face turning red from blushing.
“This tastes heavenly,” I said, savoring each bite. “I’m glad you love it,” he replied, his eyes sparkling. “Yes, I love it,” I nodded, finishing the food, aware of his gaze. Initially conscious of how I was eating, I eventually let go and enjoyed my meal with gusto. Blame it on the pregnancy, but I felt content after finishing. He helped pack up the plate, and I leaned against the headboard, expressing my gratitude, “Thank you for serving me breakfast in bed.” “Anything for my sunshine,” he replied.
Curious about his plans, I asked, “What’s your plan for today?” “Staying in bed with you all day,” he said with a playful grin, settling beside me. “Really?” I asked, surprised by his commitment. As an Alpha with numerous duties and the CEO of a multinational company, he promised to spend the day with me. “Don’t you like it?” he asked, searching my eyes. “It’s just that…” I began, but he silenced me with a gentle gesture. “Shh, I’m all yours today,” he reassured me, calming my doubts.
Goosebumps covered me from his touch. “But first, I need you to freshen up while I do the same in my room,” he said, smiling. My mind raced, and he seemed to notice. “Do you want me to join you?” he asked. Blushing, I playfully smacked his chest, “No, no, no,” shaking my head. “But your expression says otherwise,” he teased, laughing. I stood up, playfully pushing him out, but before leaving, he placed a chaste kiss on my forehead. Closing the door, I leaned against it, my heart racing. This new side of Alpha Kessler filled me with joy. Smiling to myself, I asked, “Lyra, are you ready for this whole new experience?”