Chapter 1256

Chapter 1256:

I nestled closer to his chest, the steady rhythm of his heartbeat grounding me. “With you all by my side, fear doesn’t stand a chance.”

A gentle chuckle rumbled above me, Clayton’s fingers gliding tenderly through my flowing hair. “You need rest,” he said softly.

I expected him to slip away into the night, but instead, he stepped into my room. My eyes widened as he deftly unbuttoned his coat, each movement poised and unhurried.

“You…” Heat flooded my cheeks, and my words stumbled over themselves. “We’ve got a big day tomorrow. Shouldn’t you… head back to your room?”

In a heartbeat, Clayton’s arms swept around me, pulling me close.

The world spun, and before I knew it, I was gently pressed into the plush embrace of the bed.

His strong arms encircled my waist, his chin nestling atop my head, warm and reassuring. “Shh, just be still,” he whispered, his voice a soothing balm. “I promise, tonight is only for rest.”

His breath brushed my ear, soft and teasing. “Let me hold you while we drift off.”

Makenna’s POV:

I shifted slightly in Clayton’s warm embrace, searching for a more comfortable position.

Out of nowhere, something solid pressed against my lower back.

My body tensed immediately.

“Clayton…” I spun around, annoyance evident in my voice, and met his eyes, which were sparkling with amusement. “You promised we wouldn’t do anything tonight, remember?”

Clayton lowered his head and kissed my forehead softly, feigning innocence. “I haven’t done anything,” he said, a sly smile tugging at his lips.

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I rolled my eyes and turned my back on him, huffing in frustration.

Yet the warmth behind me only seemed to intensify, making it difficult to fall asleep. Moonlight filtered through the sheer curtains, casting a gentle glow around us.

I slowly turned my head to glance at the person lying next to me.

Clayton’s eyes were closed, appearing to be asleep, but I knew better. His body was pressed against mine, unmistakably hard.

I bit my lower lip, my voice barely a whisper. “I think I need you… Could you help me?”

The moment the words left my lips, his eyes snapped open, gleaming brightly in the moonlight.

Before I could take another breath, he rolled over quickly, pinning me beneath him. His warm breath brushed against my ear as he whispered, “It would be my pleasure.”

Before I had a chance to respond, his lips were on mine, kissing me deeply. Clayton’s tongue darted into my mouth, hungry and eager, as if he wanted to devour me entirely, savoring every taste.

As our lips locked in a passionate kiss, Clayton couldn’t contain himself. He tore his shirt off in one swift motion.

Our lips parted for just a moment, but only briefly, as he closed the gap again, kissing me fervently, not allowing me to breathe.

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