Chapter 27

After their heartfelt conversation about Lune going back to school, the evening began winding down. The air in their room was warm, filled with the quiet comfort that had slowly developed between them over the past few days. Arlo and Lune exchanged soft glances, each silently reflecting on how far they had come in their relationship.

As the night deepened, Arlo stretched and ran a hand through his hair, exhaustion beginning to settle in after a long day. He turned to Lune, a soft smile tugging at the corner of his lips. “I think it’s time to freshen up before bed.”

Lune nodded, feeling the same weight of tiredness. It had become a routine now that she went first to shower while Arlo waited his turn. She started toward the bathroom as usual but paused just before reaching the door, an idea forming in her mind. A playful glint sparkled in her eyes as she turned back to face Arlo.

“Arlo,” she said softly, her voice light and teasing. “Would you… like to join me this time?”

Her words