After Bastien showed her how much he desired her, Kate lay sleeping naked in his arms. He smiled, caressing her hair and skin, leaving kisses on her forehead. He looked around—their clothes were scattered all over the floor. He was madly in love with his wife. He grabbed his phone, adjusted Kate on his chest, and took a picture of her sleeping, her cheeks still flushed. Just then, a message arrived.

Sir, the list you requested is on your desk.

“Thanks,” Bastien replied, moving carefully, but Kate whined and clung to him. He smiled and cuddled with her a bit longer. He couldn’t stop touching her skin. Her body had changed, but he still desired her deeply. He couldn’t understand how she didn’t see herself the way he did—she was beautiful. Her green eyes, her soft skin, her wavy black hair... He was in love with every little part of her. He kissed her forehead again and snuggled closer. Kate stirred like a kitten in his arms, then opened her eyes and met his gaze.

—Mmm, hey handsome.

—He