Chapter 40

Asher's POV

"Damn," I muttered under my breath, unable to look away. She was beautiful. Her skin was soft and fresh, almost glowing in the dimmed sunlight. I leaned in closer to her, her sweet, strawberry-like perfume filled my nostrils. Her chest rose and fell with each breath she made, her breathing was peaceful. The sight of her sleeping so soundly made my heart skip for a bit. She was a beauty to behold even though a few strands of hair covered her face, but that didn't disturb her sleep. She slept comfortably, and innocently, and for a moment, I felt like I was about to steal candy from a baby.

A guilty feeling washed over me, making me sit upright. My eyes drifted to the drawer where the document was hidden. "Oh shit," I cursed, my heart heavy with the weight of what I was about to do. I felt like the most horrible human being alive, but what choice did I have? I couldn't bear the thought of being disowned, not again. The very idea sent chills down my spine.

I shook my head, tr