Chapter 179 : Aftermath

Rayline

As I lay nestled against his chest, I playfully drew small circles on his chest, the warmth of his skin keeping me wrapped in his arms, his wings spread out around me.

The morning light sneaked in through the bedroom curtains while the two of us were still snuggled together on the bed, the sheets tattered messily. He ran his fingers through my hair, fiddling with the strands as I listened to his heartbeat, hearing every breath he took.

“Did you fall asleep?” he asked softly, making me smile.

“I should be the one asking you that.” Spinning around to face him, my hand came to rest under my chin. “You were so busy as soon as we got back, and it doesn't seem like we got any sleep last night... or this morning.”

His lips curled up mischievously and his hand slid down my bare back, giving me goosebumps. "I'm doing okay. It was all definitely worth it.”

“Mmm...hmm.” I tilted my head cheekily.

Right now I was in his room at his father's house. As soon as the chaos died down, his fathe