CHAPTER 190: ACCEPTANCE??

The crisp aroma came from the freshly brewed coffee and warm pastries of our breakfast. Aeri and I had showered together, laughing and teasing under the steamy spray, and now we were dressed, sitting at the sleek wooden dining table, digging into the breakfast we’d ordered from the hotel’s kitchen.

I wore my white inner t-shirt under a black shirt, paired with black pants, while Aeri looked effortlessly stunning in a tight white t-shirt, a black shirt layered over it, and a black mini skirt that hugged her curves.

Aeri leaned back in her chair, stretching her arms above her head, her legs extending under the table, a satisfied sigh escaping her lips.

"Aaaahhh... now I’m finally full," she said, her voice light and content, her plate empty save for a few crumbs of the buttery croissant she’d devoured, alongside scrambled eggs and fresh fruit. Her coffee mug sat half-drunk, steam curling lazily from the surface.

"Sighhh, yeah. That hit the spot," I said, wiping my mouth with a tissue, my own plate cleared of pancakes drizzled with maple syrup and crispy bacon, the rich flavors still lingering on my tongue.

I leaned back, my chair creaking softly, a grin tugging at my lips as I glanced at her, the morning’s memories flashing through my mind—our bodies tangled in the sheets, the shower, the heat of her against me.

"I know, right? I was starving," Aeri said casually, picking up her phone from the table, her fingers tapping the screen as she checked it. "Wonder how Sara’s doing now," she mused, her voice soft, her eyes focused on the screen, a small smile playing on her lips as she scrolled, probably texting her friend.

I smirked, leaning forward, my elbows resting on the table, my water glass cool in my hand. "Yeah, after all that exercise we had last night... and this morning... and in the shower, no wonder we’re hungry like crazy," I said, my voice low and teasing, my eyes locked on her, watching for her reaction.

Aeri’s face flushed a soft pink, her lips pursing into a shy smile, but she didn’t look up, pretending to focus on her phone, her fingers pausing mid-tap. The blush crept down her neck, and I could see the corner of her mouth twitching, fighting a laugh, her attempt to ignore me almost comical.

"I know you can hear me, Aeri," I said, sipping my water, the ice clinking against the glass, my grin widening as I leaned closer, my voice playful but insistent. "Don’t act like you’re all innocent now."

"Shut up!" Aeri said, finally breaking, her laugh bubbling out as she swatted my chest across the table, her hand landing with a light smack, her eyes meeting mine, sparkling with mischief.

Her blush deepened, but she was grinning now, her phone forgotten, her chair creaking as she leaned forward, pointing at me accusingly. "You’re so annoying, Ezra!"

"See? So you were listening," I said, laughing, catching her wrist before she could swat me again. "Can’t fool me, Aeri. You’re not as sneaky as you think."

"Such a meanie," she said, standing up, her voice teasing, her lips pouting in mock offense as she tugged her wrist free, smoothing her skirt with a dramatic huff.

She crossed her arms, tilting her head, her eyes narrowing at me, but the smile tugging at her lips betrayed her.

"Ehehe..." I just laughed, leaning back in my chair.

Aeri sighed, adjusting her bag on her shoulder, her eyes scanning the suite one last time.

"Sighhh, let’s go home now. We spent enough time here," she said, her voice soft but practical, a teasing smile tugging at her lips as she glanced at me. "Don’t you have work to do?"

"Ohh, yeahh... I do," I said, a sheepish grin spreading across my face, rubbing the back of my neck with a sweat smile, the thought of Jonathan waiting briefly surfacing before fading under her gaze. "Kinda forgot about that for a minute."

She laughed, shaking her head as she stepped toward the main door, her skirt swishing with each step.

"Come on, let’s check out at the reception before a long queue happens there," she said, her voice light, already reaching for the door knob, her fingers curling around the cool metal.

"As you say, miss," I said, my tone playful, falling into step behind her, my shoes soft against the plush carpet, my heart still buzzing from the morning’s intimacy.

But as her hand turned the knob, something sparked in me—a sudden, irresistible urge to hold onto this moment just a little longer. I moved fast, my hand covering hers, stopping the door, and in one smooth motion, I turned her to face me, my lips crashing against hers in a deep, hungry kiss.

Aeri’s eyes widened for a split second before fluttering closed, her body melting into mine as she kissed me back, her hands sliding to my neck, fingers gripping me tight.

Thud—I pressed her against the door, the wood cool behind her, my hands finding her soft silky thighs, lifting her up, her legs wrapping around my waist instinctively, locking me in. Our lips moved together, crashing and desperate, tongues rolling, the heat of her breath mixing with mine, her boobs pressed against my chest, her skirt riding up as she pulled me closer, my hardening dick rubbing against her pussy through the panties. We were lost in each other, the world beyond the door forgotten, the snowy city silent outside.

My hands squeezed her thighs, holding her up, her legs tightening around me, her pussy pressing harder against my dick, making me groan softly.

"I knew you’d pull something like this...before leaving." Aeri said breaking from the kiss and looking down at me. Her fingers tracing my lips.

I pulled back slightly, my forehead resting against hers, our breaths heavy, my hands still gripping her thighs, her boobs pressed against my chest.

"You know quite a lot about me now," I said, my voice low, a teasing edge to it, but my eyes searching hers.