Held tightly in his embrace like this, Cherish Turner felt as if her body was no longer her own. He didn't make a sound, and she was locked in his arms. His breathing was clear, becoming more and more steady. But she couldn't fall asleep in such a position; how could she?
It seemed to be the first time that they had slept together like this.
But... it was really warm.
Gradually, her breathing also steadied. He opened his eyes, his pupils shining intensely. He lowered his head, gazing at her sleeping face in the darkness, picturing her sleeping features in his mind. With a mix of tenderness and reassurance, he kissed her forehead gently, a shallow kiss.