Chapter 61

"So..." Adrienne broke the silence as they both regained their breath.

Richard tenderly brushed strands of hair behind her ear and smiled, his eyes filled with affection. "That was... incredible," he whispered, his voice filled with awe.

Adrienne blushed and nodded, her heart swelling with happiness.

"Yes, it was," she replied, tracing circles on his chest with her fingertips.

He gently lifted her from the table, his arms wrapped securely around her, and carried her over to the couch in his study.

They lay there, enveloped in the warmth of each other's bodies, their chests rising and falling in sync. The room radiated a sense of contentment and closeness, as though they were the only two individuals in the entire world.

Richard leaned in, pressing a soft kiss against her forehead, his lips lingering against her skin.

"Thank you," he murmured, his voice filled with appreciation.

"For?" Adrienne questioned, her eyes searching his.