Shattered Hearts

Embracing Love's Warmth

Chapter 19: Embracing Love's Warmth

The next day dawned bright and promising, the warmth of the sun casting a golden hue over the world as I made my way to Ethan's office, a spring in my step and a smile on my lips. I chose to believe in the strength of our love and the sincerity of Ethan's words.

As I entered the bustling office, the familiar sights and sounds enveloped me in a comforting embrace, banishing any lingering shadows of uncertainty. And when I spotted Ethan across the room, a grin spread across my face, my heart swelling with affection at the sight of him.

"Are you okay, my love?" He whispers, his warm breath tickling my ear as he tightens his strong, muscular arms around my naked waist.

I inhale deeply, feeling the weight of his affectionate gaze, and gently bite my bottom lip before nodding in response.

His lips trace a delicate path along my jawline, leaving a tingling sensation in their wake. "I've missed you," he murmurs, his voice husky with desire.

I melt into his embrace, reveling in the familiar scent of his cologne mingled with the musky aroma of passion that fills the air. "I've missed you too," I confess, my heart fluttering like a caged bird longing for freedom.

With gentle yet confident hands, he guides me closer until our bodies are pressed together, fitting like two pieces of a puzzle. Every touch, every caress ignites a fire within me, burning away any doubts or fears.

As his embrace deepens, he starts planting soft kisses along my cheeks, each one a gentle declaration of his affection. His lips trail down to my collarbone, leaving a trail of fire in their wake, igniting a primal desire within me.

Suddenly, a sharp knock on the office door jolts us back to reality. We freeze, our hearts pounding in unison as we exchange a fleeting glance filled with longing and regret.

With a reluctant sigh, he reluctantly pulls away, his eyes lingering on me for a moment longer. "I'll be right back," he promises, pressing a tender kiss to my forehead before reluctantly untangling himself from my embrace.

Before he opens the door, he turns back to me, his gaze softening with affection. "I'll make it up to you later," he whispers, his voice laced with longing.I

nods, a soft blush spreading across my cheeks as i meet his gaze. "I'll hold you to that," i teases, my eyes dancing with anticipation.With one last lingering look, he turns away, his heart heavy with the weight of their interrupted moment.

Throughout the day, Ethan and I worked side by side, the easy camaraderie between us a testament to the strength of our bond. And when the time came for me to leave, Ethan surprised me with a bouquet of flowers, his eyes shining with love and admiration as he presented them to me.

Overwhelmed with happiness, I threw my arms around him, pulling him close in a tight embrace as laughter bubbled up from deep within me. In that moment, surrounded by the hustle and bustle of the office, I knew that nothing could ever come between us.

As we parted ways for the evening, Ethan promised to meet me at home for dinner, his words a soothing balm to my soul.

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I busied myself in the kitchen, preparing a meal for us to share, a sense of anticipation fluttered in my chest, eager to reunite with Ethan and bask in the warmth of his presence once more.