The next morning, Kate woke up early. Her classes started at noon. She felt Bastien’s arms wrapped tightly around her. She lifted her head: he was completely naked beside her, just like she was. Kate smiled and began kissing his neck, his chest, over and over, softly. Bastien’s grip loosened, and she kept caressing his neck.

—Wake up, handsome prince. It’s already morning.

—Mmm… just a little longer —Bastien murmured, pulling her close again.

Kate laughed and cuddled up in his arms. A few minut