Dearest Chapter

  “The end,” she finished the story with a smile. However, before White could even think about closing the book, she felt a soft tug from behind.

  “May I please hear it again?” His voice was a soft murmur; a lovely mix of sleepiness and affection. He placed his chin on the top of her head. His nose caught the sweet scent of chocolate, tickling his insides and bringing him at ease.

  She snorted lightly, her cheeks a fairly shade of red ever since he wrapped his arms around her. Slightly tilting her head up, White raised her left hand and gently patted his cheek. “N, you’re sleepy.”

  “Pleaaaaase,” he whined softly. A frown dragged his smile downwards. He pulled her even closer until a squeak of surprise escaped her mouth. “Just one…” A yawn broke his childish plea, “more time…”

  Honestly, White wanted to laugh at how much of a kid he could be.

  “Alright, alright,” she giggled quietly. She then heard him actually exclaim a childlike “Yay!” in pure joy; the act alone pretty much reminded her of why she fell for him. A timid snort was exhaled to rid the blush conquering her cheeks, White made herself comfortable by leaning closer against his chest. She felt his lips giving her head a soft kiss of endearment. She felt his heartbeat beating sweet harmony into her ears.

  Her smile grew only wider. “Okay then,” Flipping to the first page, White faked a fancy cough, laughed at her act, then focused her attention back on the book. “Once upon a time, there lived a young prince who lived far, far away…”

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