As Andrew entered the warm-lit room, a fragrant, towel-clad figure crashed into his arms.

"Andrew, tonight… I'm taking what's mine," came the breathy whisper against his ear.

Andrew turned around and grabbed Lauren by her slender waist. The usually composed seductress now trembled against him, her gaze shyly averted, cheeks burning crimson.

This was it—the night she would surrender her virginity to him.

"L-Let's… move to the bed first?" she stammered, fearing he might claim her right there against the door.

Andrew chuckled. "Patience! Though I have to ask… How did you escape Mrs. Rhodes' watch tonight?"

Lauren huffed. "Why? Don't you want me here?"

Andrew's gaze softened as he took in her radiant, blushing face. "Of course, I do! I love having you here. But Mrs. Rhodes always feared leaving us alone together. Did you sneak over here tonight?"

Lauren giggled mischievously, slipping free from Andrew's arms as she bounced onto the bed. She glared at him, pouting.

"Mom's