The bedroom was silent, broken only by their heavy breathing.

Liam turned his head toward her, still catching his breath, and gave her a crooked smile.

“Let’s take a shower, love,” he said, his voice still rough but calm now. “Then you can sleep.”

Olívia laughed softly, too drained to answer right away, simply nodding. He stood first and lifted her effortlessly into his arms, carrying her to the bathroom.

The shower was slow. Unhurried. Warm water, hands gliding carefully over skin, simple gest