Chapter 13

Elena’s POV:

I turned on the hot water in the tub and essential oils to help me relax. Fragrant bubbles started to form. I soaked myself in the water and allowed my muscles to relax. I closed my eyes, exhaled, and let out a deep sigh.

After a few minutes, I walked out of the tub and tried a fluffy white towel around my body, feeling softness on my skin. I had to be fast before Nicklaus walked in.

I walked to the closet to search for my pyjamas in my box, eager to change into something cosy and go to bed. But as I turned around, I stumbled into something hard.

Before I could even process what had happened, Nicklaus placed his hands on my shoulders to steady me.

“Are you alright?” he asked, his voice deep.

I nodded my head, “Yes, I'm fine.” I replied.

He moved his hands to my waist and stared at me for a few seconds. I couldn't look up to him because I was already feeling embarrassed. His body was close to me, and I could feel the heat from his skin. I wondered in my head if he was going to let me go or if he would keep watching me.

Finally, he said, "You need to watch where you are going.”

I raised my head to look at him when I saw his broad, muscular chest. My breath ceased, and I became vulnerable in his presence.

He had taken off his shirt, and it revealed his tattoo on his left arm. I quickly looked him in the eyes, and our eyes met.

I swallowed hard, feeling my cheeks getting red, and my breath became hot. I couldn't believe that I was standing in front of him and staring like a fool.

I quickly removed my eyes from his and looked away, but he held me in place, and his hands were still wrapped around my waist. My legs became numb.

My breath became heavy, and I started breathing in and out rapidly. Suddenly, he removed his hands from mine and went and walked into the bathroom. I took in a deep breath and exhaled, feeling relieved.

It's getting hard to resist Nicklaus Coleman. I thought I wouldn't give in, but I always find myself drawn to him. He is so hot and attractive.

After putting on the pyjamas, I felt a little relaxed. When I turned around to walk out of the closet, I was met with a sight that made my heart pound against my chest.

Nicklaus walked out of the bathroom with a bare chest. He had a towel wrapped around his lower abdomen, and his wet hair was dripping water from his chest. His body looked so tempting.

He raised his arm and cleaned his hair with a towel. I could perceive his soft scent. This is too much to bear. How is he done with his shower in no time?

I couldn't bring myself to stop staring. My eyes were fixed on him. I felt a sudden urge to reach out and place my hands on his chest, and I didn't notice he was already standing in front of me until he spoke.

"Why are you staring?" he asked, his voice low. I felt chills down my spine, and I pressed my lips in a thin line.

I shook my head, and I looked away. “I wasn't staring," I lied, looking to the other side of the room. But Nicklaus chuckled and used his fingers to position my chin. He turned my head towards him, and our eyes locked.

My heart started beating hard as he leaned in close. His lips were a few inches away from mine, and I could feel his warm breath on my skin.

And then he brushed his lips on mine and gently kissed me. His lips were so soft, and I melted into his arms.

He kissed me. The touch of his lips was like a spark of fire, igniting a flame that threatened to consume me whole. my body surrendering to the passion that he had created. I closed my eyes and held him close to me.

The kiss intensified, and I kissed him hard, like I had been waiting for that moment. I felt a spark in me, and I was not planning to stop. His mouth was so warm.

His body touched mine, and I felt his bulge underneath the towel. My body started heating up. I moved my hands to his waist as he kissed me deeper. I was ready to surrender to him and give him my body tonight, but he immediately pulled away.

“Go to bed and have enough rest.,” he said, and he lay on the bed.

I stood there again, watching him in confusion. This is the second time Nicklaus has put me in this kind of situation and left me hanging.

Why couldn't I even resist him in the beginning to avoid this sort of embarrassment?