Chapter 176
Aria’s POV
The overwhelming presence instantly occupied my senses. I completely lost the ability to think, my nose filled with that crisp woody scent from his body.
He held my lips, deepening from shallow, his arm around my waist tightening slightly to bring me closer to him.
This position left me without leverage, so I could only instinctively raise my hands to support his arms. Through the thin clothing, I could clearly feel the power contained in his arms.
As oxygen was gradually taken away, an unreal dizzying sensation hit me. Just when I thought I would suffocate, he finally eased his assault, the fierce kiss becoming gentle, as if comforting me.
I gradually found my breathing rhythm, but my heartbeat was still uncontrollably accelerating. Aiden didn’t immediately let me go, his thin lips gently pecking at mine, our breaths intertwining, making me feel weak all over.
I tried to lift my hand and found not only my arms were weak, but my entire body was incredibly soft. I weakly clung to his arm but couldn’t exert any strength.
The room was so quiet only the sound of two people breathing remained. A breeze blew in from outside the window, taking away some of the heat. I finally came to my senses, my face burning red, and said quietly: “I know now p>
I wanted to get up from him but was pulled back into his arms. Aiden pressed against my shoulder, his voice hoarse: “It’s not just liking, you know p>
This sudden confession made my eyes well up, my heart filled completely with no room for even a gap. I raised my hand to circle his waist: “Don’t lie to me, Aiden.” I was afraid of taking it too seriously.
“Don’t worry, I’d lie to anyone but not you.” He touched my head, “You’re the little liar p>
I looked up to meet his gentle gaze, somewhat embarrassed: “I’ve never lied to you p>
“You have.” He didn’t pursue it further, “Still sleepy p>
“Yes, I want to sleep.” I really didn’t rest well last night, in a half-asleep state all night.
“Then sleep for a while p>
I looked at him embarrassedly: “I want to hug for a little longer p>
He lowered his eyelids: “Then hug p>
Mustering courage, I tightly hugged his waist. Just as I had imagined, his waist was
firm and strong, giving me an unprecedented sense of security.
Unconsciously, my hands began to unconsciously stroke up and down.
“Tsk,” Aiden reminded in a low voice, “How long are you going to touch p>
The embarrassment of being caught made me immediately let go: “I’m done hugging.” After saying this, I quickly rolled to the side and burrowed into the covers: “I’m going to sleep p>
He gently caressed my cheek: “Sleep, I’ll wake you for dinner later p>
“Then I’m sleeping p>
“Mm p>
He responded and got up to walk toward the door. Just then, I noticed a drawer by his wardrobe that wasn’t completely closed, vaguely revealing what was inside-a small leather whip and several candles.
My breathing suddenly became rapid, an indescribable heat rising from my abdomen. Aiden noticed where my gaze was directed, stopped in his tracks, and when he turned around, there was a dangerous smile at the corner of his mouth.
“Like what you see?” His voice was low and husky.
I felt my cheeks burning: “I… I didn’t mean to look p>
“Since you’ve already seen he slowly walked back to the bedside, leaning down
to whisper in my ear, “Want to try p>
That breath brushing my ear caused a shiver. I opened my mouth but couldn’t speak, only nodding slightly.
“Say it, Aria.” His tone became commanding, “Tell me what you want p>
“I… I want to try.” My voice was barely audible, but clearly heard in this quiet room.
He smiled with satisfaction and got up to walk to the drawer. I watched his slender fingers take out the black leather whip and two deep red candles from it, my heart beating like drums.
When he walked back to the bedside, I had already sat up, nervously looking at the items in his hands.
“Scared?” he asked softly.
I shook my head. Although I was indeed somewhat apprehensive, there was more curiosity and secret anticipation.
“Remember,” he sat on the bedside, his finger gently caressing my cheek, “anytime you feel uncomfortable, say stop, and I’ll immediately stop. Understand p>
I nodded: “I understand p>
“Good girl,” he said approvingly, “now, take off your clothes p>
I bit my lip and slowly unbuttoned my shirt under his burning gaze. With each button I undid, I could feet his breathing becoming heavier When Tremoved all my clothing and sat naked before him, shyness and excitement tumbled within me simultaneously.
“You’re beautiful,” his voice became dark and husky, “turn around, lie face down on the bed p>
I obediently turned and lay face down on the soft bed. My heart was beating wildly in my chest, anticipating what would happen next.
The mattress dipped slightly as I felt him get on the bed too. Then, a pair of warm hands touched my back, moving from my shoulder blades downward, massaging every inch of skin with appropriate pressure.
“Relax,” he whispered, “trust me p>
I tried to let my tense muscles relax.
Suddenly, something cool and
smooth touched my back-it was the leather whip. He didn’t use force, just let the p of the whip, slowly slide down my spine, then back up. This sensation made me tremble involuntarily.
“How does it feel?” he asked.
“Very… strange,” I answered honestly, “but I don’t dislike it p>
He chuckled softly, then the whip left my skin. The next moment, I heard a light “crack,” followed by a slight sting on my buttocks. I gasped in surprise.
“Does it hurt p>
“No… it doesn’t hurt,” I was surprised by my own reaction, “just… a bit stimulating p>
He gave several more light strikes, each making me let out small exclamations. This slight pain quickly transformed into a strange pleasure, making my body increasingly sensitive.
“You’re so sensitive,” his voice carried amusement, “look at you, already wet from just this p>
I buried my face in the pillow in shame but couldn’t deny what he said was true. I could feel my body reacting in an unprecedented way.
Suddenly, there was the sound of a match being struck on the bed. I turned to look, and Aiden was lighting those two candles.
“Don’t be afraid,” he soothed, “these are specially made low-temperature candles that won’t burn you p>
I nervously swallowed and nodded to signal him to continue.
He had me turn over and lie on my back, then leaned down to kiss my lips, deep
and gentle. This kiss made me relax slightly. When he straightened up, I saw he was holding a lit candle.
“Close your eyes,” he commanded, “focus on the sensation p>
drops of
I obediently closed my eyes. A few seconds later, I felt several warm liquid fall on my collarbone. Not burning pain, but a peculiar,
exciting warmth set
dripped onto my chest and abdomen, I began to unconsciously writhe, small moans escaping my throat.
“Aiden I called his name softly, my voice already becoming husky.
“Like this?” his voice was full of desire.
“Like it… like it very much I answered breathlessly.
He put down the candle and began gently peeling off the wax that had solidified on
my skin with his fingers. This process was both gentle and erotically charged. Each time he removed a piece of wax, he would place a kiss there.
“You’re so beautiful,” he whispered in my ear, “seeing you like this, I can barely control myself p>
I opened my eyes to see the burning desire in his, couldn’t help but reach up to wrap my arms around his neck: “Then don’t control yourself p>
He growled low, holding me tightly as our lips and tongues intertwined. I urgently tore at his clothes, my hands roaming over his bare chest. His muscles tensed under my touch, showing he was also in a state of extreme excitement. When he finally pressed against me completely naked, I could feel his hardness
pressing at my entrance, ready to strike.
“Please,” I gasped, “I need you now p>
“No,” he laughed huskily, “it’s not time yet p>