CHAPTER 24

ROSALIND LIGHTWOOD★

As I slept, I felt soft lips brush against my forehead, the familiar scent enveloping me, prompting a smile as he cuddled me closer. I nestled deeper into his embrace, and he tenderly kissed my hair.

"Good morning," he whispered, and I slowly opened my eyes to meet his beautiful eyes.

"You smell amazing," I said, and his smile widened in response.

"Would you like to have a taste of me, then?" he asked, his voice dripping with flirtation, leaving me momentarily speechless.

"What are you talking about?" I stammered, quickly trying to hide my flushed cheeks as I attempted to get off the bed. But he pulled me back on the bed, his face inches from mine, our noses brushing together as he held my hands above my head.

"Aren't you going to be late for work?" I asked him, a teasing smile playing on my lips.

"Well, I could easily spend the whole day with you," he replied, and I leaned in, stealing a quick kiss before grinning at him.

"Do it again," he urged, his eyes sparkl