“Yes, tonight I will lead.”
She was determined to lavish him with care and savor their fleeting joy.
In Skrix, after sharing a meal with the Moreno family, Rosalynn stood to leave after a short break.
Gail was visibly saddened by the prospect of her departure.
“I called you so suddenly today. Next time, bring Brian along for a pleasant visit.”
A N G E L A ‘s L I B R A R Y
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtRosalynn returned the sentiment with a smile.
“Certainly.”
Gail then turned to Lyndon, inquiring, “And you, Lyndon? Will you not stay?”
Lyndon replied appreciatively, “Thank you, Mrs. Moreno, but I’ve reserved a hotel room.”
Gail acknowledged his response without further insistence on his stay.
Casting a glance at Lyndon, Brian clasped Rosalynn close. They bid farewell to the Moreno family and
departed for the Owmale Hotel.
Upon entering the elevator, Rosalynn noticed Brian’s error and corrected the floor selection.
Brian shot her a look, disclosing, “Edwin reserved the penthouse suite for me. You’ll stay with me
tonight.”
Upon hearing Brian’s comment, Rosalynn’s lips formed a tight line.
“Brian, in your opinion, do we align more on an emotional or physical level?” she inquired.
The question lingered in the air…
Brian’s brow creased with confusion.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm“What are you implying?”
With a measured tone, Rosalynn elaborated, “The kind of marriage I envision is one that’s bonded by
the soul. If I were to spend tonight with you, could you vow to keep your hands to yourself?”
A moment of silence fell over Brian.
“Why must you make a big deal out of everything? Are you suggesting an asexual marriage between
us?”
She countered, “Men and women are different. A woman consents to intimacy only when she’s in love,
whereas a man doesn’t need love to engage.”
Brian’s voice tinged with frustration.
“So, Rosalynn, are you actually trying to say you don’t love me?”