M had just finished her phone call when a pleasant scent drifted by. The next moment, Nathan pulled


    her into his arms. He was dressed lightly, and


    M could feel his warmth.


    As she nestled against his broad and sturdy chest, her heart raced. Nathan whispered in her ear, "Who


    were you talking to?"


    M put her phone down and leaned against him. "It was Sienna. She quit her job."


    Nathan was surprised and asked, "Did Daniel agree?"


    "She didn''t tell Daniel. Your parents are the ones who pay her, after all.”


    Nathan nodded and responded with a hum of understanding. He gently brushed his lips across her


    cheek and said, "You smell nice. Have you


    showered?


    M flushed and nced down. "Yes, I did. What are you up for?"


    Nathan chuckled and hugged her tighter. "We''ve nothing else to do, so let''s just talk.”


    M lowered her head and touched his hand. "What do you want to talk about?"


    "Let''s talk about your return to Suntend, your pregnancy, how you''ve been feelingtely, and how


    much you love me. I want to hear whatever''s on


    your mind."


    M met his eyes warmly. "Do you want to feel it?"Exclusive ? content by N(?)ve/l/Drama.Org.


    Nathan froze. Then, M slipped his hand under her clothes. He swallowed nervously and said huskily,


    "I''ve just showered. Don''t tempt me."


    M giggled. "What do you think I''m asking you to touch?" She guided his hand to her baby bump.


    Embarrassed by his misunderstanding, Nathan smiled awkwardly and touched her stomach. "You''re


    almost seven months pregnant, but your baby


    bump''s still small.”


    M nodded and agreed, "Our baby''s very thoughtful. My pregnancy has been pretty easy. I haven''t


    had any backache or trouble moving."


    Nathan didn''t manage to look after M during the early stages of her pregnancy. He felt regretful and


    said, "You need to keep me informed about


    every prenatal checkup from now on."


    "Sure," M replied with a happy smile.


    Unable to resist, Nathan pulled her close. He kissed and gently nuzzled her neck. His warm breath


    tickled her skin.


    "Nate, it tickles," M said, drawing back.


    Nathan''s kisses moved to her rosy cheeks. They made her feel cherished and loved. It was a departure


    from his usual seriousness to show such


    tender affection.


    M felt special. She knew she was the only one who could see Nathan''s gentle and passionate side


    like this.


    Feeling warm and fluttery inside at Nathan''s yful teasing, she whispered in his ear, "Actually, if


    you''re a little more gentle, we could make love."


    Nathan frowned at her, who was blushing. Afterposing himself, he kissed her forehead and said, "I


    won''t take the risk, even if there''s the slightes


    danger. You don''t have to worry about my urges. I can control them. I''ll handle it myself if I can''t.”


    M smiled awkwardly. She closed her eyes and leaned against him.


    Nathan held her close and leaned against the couch. They cuddled quietly together. Just being close to


    each other fulfilled all their emotional needs.


    After some time, M drifted to sleep in Nathan''sforting hug.