Chapter 99 - Ninety Nine

Chapter 99: Chapter Ninety Nine

Delia and Eric entered their small, rustic room, leaving the rainy world behind. The sound of the heavy downpour drumming on the roof created a cozy, intimate atmosphere, trapping them together in the warm, candlelit space. After taking turns bathing and changing into dry, simple nightwear, a comfortable but charged silence settled between them.

Eric sat on the edge of the far side of the bed, his expression soft and a little hesitant. He looked at Delia, who was standing awkwardly by the small washbasin drying her hair.

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