No Reason to Leave

The next morning, in the presidential suite, Emily slowly opened her eyes. Her body felt sore all over, as Arion had kept his promise and made love to her for more than an hour again during the night.

"Ugh," Emily groaned, stretching her body. She massaged her forehead lightly. "Will he disappear again like yesterday?" she murmured, a hint of trauma, disappointment, and reluctance in her voice.

Just as she said that, a broad hand touched her face. "Morning."

Emily turned and opened her eyes wide. "A-Arion?"

The man with hazel blue eyes smiled and gently stroked her face with a serene look in his eyes. "Yes?"

"You're still here?" Emily asked, her voice carrying the distinct timbre of sleep.

"Mhm, I'm here. There's no reason to leave, right?" Arion's dominant voice felt like a breath of fresh air to Emily's heart.

Arion moved closer, pulling Emily into his arms. She felt a wave of happiness, their skin touching without any barriers.

From the moment he woke up twenty minutes ago, Arion h