Continued his exploration

"You look fucking sexy, Wife," Lucius murmured. His mouth found its way to her neck, pressing against the sensitive skin before nipping it, drawing a soft gasp of pain and pleasure from her. He soothed the spot with gentle kisses, making her shiver as he turned her to face him.

"Don't bite your lip too hard," Lucius said, brushing his thumb across her lower lip. The intensity in his eyes made her pulse race. "This surprise is more than I ever imagined," he murmured before trailing soft, deliberate kisses along the curve of her neck, moving slowly to her shoulder. With one swift motion, he lifted her into his arms, carrying her effortlessly back into the room.

He laid her down on the mattress with a tenderness that contrasted with the hunger in his eyes. He paused, taking in the sight of her, the way her hair splayed out like a dark halo, her flushed cheeks, the slight tremor in her lips.