She felt herself blushing.
He pulled her closer, and together, they drifted off to sleep.
Chapter Fifteen
Tessa woke to sliversof light coming through a gap in the curtains.It took her a few moments to realize it—she felt so warm and relaxed and sleepy—but Marcus was still in her bed.Neither of her husbands had ever stayed with her after marital congress.But he’d slept with her the whole night through.
She lay curled up against him.He was still asleep, wrapped around her, her back against his chest, one heavy arm over her.It gave her a glorious feeling of warmth.And safety.And ...rightness.
That wasn’t the only difference.Something nudged her in the small of her back.Was that what she thought it was?
She felt cautiously behind her, and felt his member, hard, warm and erect.He was ready again?Already?She was used to once a fortnight, if that.But after the amazing experience of last night, she would be happy for more frequent congress.
She could still hardly believe the difference.
She stroked him experimentally and he stirred and gathered her to him.
“Good morning, Lady Alverleigh,” he murmured.“How are you feeling?”
“Wonderful.”
“Then would you mind?”He caressed her breast.“A little morning delight?”
Blushing, she smiled.“Yes please.”
He kissed her deeply and proceeded to make love to her again.
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BY THE TIME SHE WOKEagain, the sun was well and truly up.She never slept in so late.It felt deliciously indulgent.
Marcus, too was awake.He kissed her and said, “Do you want me to get breakfast sent up?”
She sat up.“No.I’d rather get up.It looks like a lovely d—“ She broke off.He was staring at her, and she realized she’d let the sheet drop.She wasn’t even wearing Daisy’s nightgown, she was naked.Totally naked.Blushing, she pulled the sheet up.
He laughed softly.“I’ve made you self-conscious, but there’s no need.”He kissed her again.“You’re beautiful, and I’m a very, very lucky man.”He slipped out of bed, and naked, walked to the door to his bedchamber.
