HPDBC Chapter 288 Of course, no one.
Chapter 288 Of course, no one.
Arwen returned to Winslow Manor after a long ride. When she stepped in the place was already quiet and empty. She didn't need to call someone to know all the house staff had returned to their quarters.
"You arrived late today," Suddenly Aiden's voice halted her in the tracks as she slowly turned to find him sitting in the living room. "Was your schedule hectic today?"
He was sitting in his comfortable-wear and given how late she have arrived; she knew it must have been a while since he canme back home.
"Oh, there was nothing too hectic," she said, walking to him and taking the seat beside him. "I just visited Granna on my way back and that took me a while. Were you waiting for long? I am —"
She was about to apologize for not keeping him informed but before she could say, Aiden interrupted her, shaking his head.
"No, I came just a while ago and since I have some work to attend to, I was busy." What he meant was that he might have come before he but she didn't make him wait. Although he hadn't made it obvious, Arwen understood that he didn't want her to feel burdened.
And that though was enough to make her feel warm inside. Out of her instinct, she leaned forward, pressing her lips over his.
This wasn't their first kiss but still, the fluttering touch made their breath hitch and heart race. They didn't need to deepen their kiss to feel it, just that moment of chaste touch felt enough.
"If I could I would lock you here," Arwen muttered under her breath, keeping her proximity with Aiden, their slow breaths mingling in a rhythm. "But sigh, I don't have the heart to cage you even if I want to have you all for myself."
Aiden chuckled softly and Arwen's pupils dilated for a moment. She has seen him laugh before but never from this proximity. So, when it happened this time, she couldn't ignore it.
If his smile could charm you, then his laughter like that had all the ability to make your heart race.
Arwen halted. At first, she didn't understand what he meant, but then thinking about it, she understood. She hadn't realized it but yes, slowly and slowly, this relationship had become a part of her that she no longer could disapprove of.
"I ... You can say I am a quick learner. I don't need the reminders every time to remember my lessons," she said, clearing her throat.
Aiden smirked, nodding. "Indeed." There was satisfaction in his expression that made Arwen blush.
Not able to bear it for long, she quickly turned to switch the topic. "By the way, did you have your dinner?" she asked.
Humming in denial, he refused. "I was waiting for you. You can freshen up and I will ask someone to come and serve us the food."
Arwen felt guilty. She had her dinner at Granna's place already. It was truly inconsiderate of her for not thinking about him when he was here waiting for her all this while. Not having the heart to tell him about it, she nodded and stood up in haste.
"You don't have to call anyone," she said, and Aiden looked up at her. To which she further explained, "They must already be resting, so let them rest. It's just reheating the dishes. I might not know well to cook, but I can surely do this."
She wanted to do it ... for him.
It might be nothing. But even if it was nothing, if it was for him, she was willing to do it.
Aiden read the urge in her eyes and he asked, "Are you sure?"
Arwen smiled, before nodding. Then moving on her feet, she said, "Give me ten minutes, I will go, freshen up and change first."
He nodded, and she quickly walked upstairs.