It was late. Kate woke up and looked out the window, noticing it was already dark. Bastien was holding her tightly from behind, his breath warming her hair. A soft smile formed on her lips. His protective arms wrapped around her, one across her chest and the other over her belly, pulling her even closer against his pelvis.

Kate started tracing her fingers along his arms, leaving kisses along the way. After a few minutes, she felt a kiss on her neck.

—Did you sleep well?

—Yes, I slept a lot... It’s already late, what time is it? —Bastien glanced at his watch.

—It’s nine in the evening. Are you hungry?

—Mmm, yes. We could go cook something light —Bastien turned her over so she lay beneath him, brushing a strand of hair from her eyes and caressing her cheek.

—I’m hungry too… but not for food —Kate wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed his lips. Bastien deepened the kiss with passion, his hands exploring her body.

—Kate, I need you.

—I promise to be yours… after we eat. Otherwise, I