Chapter 1005

Alexander's mood shifted instantly at the sight of her laughter. "How can she tease me like that?!" He caught her by the back of the head, pulling her into a passionate kiss. They were breathless afterward, their bodies flushed with heat.

Alexander had been meticulously careful since her pregnancy, avoiding intimacy and even kisses. He believed they shouldn't "play with fire," lest it consume them. Yet, this time, both were teetering on the brink of losing control.

"Alex..." Lily whispered, her voice husky with a seductive charm.

Alexander quickly silenced her with a finger to her lips, fearing he couldn't restrain himself. Lily found his abstinence both humorous and heartbreaking. She blinked, then playfully licked his finger.

He recoiled, his eyes dark with displeasure. "She's playing with fire! Doesn't she know how hard this is for me?!" He muttered, "You're naughty!"

He pressed his thumb firmly against her lips, then stood, releasing her hand. Caught off guard, Lily stared at him with wide eyes as he disappeared into the bathroom, the sound of running water following.

'Did I go too far?' she wondered. After a moment, realizing he wasn't coming out, Lily retrieved a towel and followed him.

He stood with his back to her, his sculpted form clearly defined beneath the shower spray. Water cascaded down his body, drying her mouth. He turned at a sound, his gaze burning with passion.

"You're really pushing me," he rasped. Water streamed from his hair, clinging to his lashes, splashing everywhere.

Lily blushed, hastily placing the towel on the rack. "Don't waste water!" she said, quickly exiting and closing the door. Her heart pounded against her ribs—faster than during her fight with Heather. Despite their marriage and past intimacy, she still reacted this way to the sight of his body.

Just as her thoughts began to race, a knock sounded on the bathroom door. Alexander emerged, wrapped in her towel, a chill clinging to him. Seeing her flinch, he pulled her into a hug.

"Ah..." she murmured.

He carried her to the bed, tucking her under the comforter. He gently placed her hand beneath the covers. "Even with the heaters, be careful not to catch cold. I'll have them turned up tomorrow. Sleep well."

As his fingers brushed hers, guilt washed over Lily. He was cold from the shower, chilled because of her playful actions.