Chapter Sixty Six - Massage

Valkyrie Behati

When he came back, I sat beside Alex, gently massaging his back, he gave a low grunt of satisfaction.

“Ah, that part feels good,” he said, his voice rumbling with relief. I could feel the tension in his muscles, the knots, and the stiffness that had built up over time. He had been complaining about the discomfort for days, and I was determined to help him feel better.

I continued to apply steady pressure, my fingers working through the tight spots, seeking out the areas where his body held the most stress. “You have a lot of tension in your back,” I remarked, feeling the knots beneath my fingertips. “If this doesn't get worked out, it'll just make you more tired.”

Alex sighed, his breath deep and slow, a sign that the massage was starting to take effect. “What about here?” I asked, pressing gently on his ribcage. I felt a subtle shift as a few of his joints cracked, releasing the built-up tension.

His reaction was immediate—a deep, almost primal moan of relief and pl