Chapter 732:

Jayden, fresh from a shower, his hair still steaming, answered the door in a black bathrobe.

Seeing him, Aarya’s eyes sparkled. Unable to contain herself, she invited him to spend the night. “Honey, aren’t you tempting me like this? Why don’t we get married tonight?” she asked, smiling flirtatiously.

Jayden responded gently, “I don’t believe in rushing things. I want to make sure everything is perfect for our special day.”

Aarya felt a pang of anxiety. “But with such a boyfriend, how can I hold back?”

Jayden’s expression turned serious. “You must.”

Aarya felt disrespected; her invitation had been clear. She wanted him in her bed, yet he remained unmoved. Despite her frustration, she agreed on some level; their first time should be special, not rushed.

Conflicted, she considered her options. After a moment, she said, “Then just stay and talk. I can’t sleep.”

Jayden agreed. “Alright, but you’ll need to wait until I finish drying my hair.”

Aarya’s hands itched to touch him. “Let me help. As your girlfriend, I should.”

Jayden raised an eyebrow, surveying Aarya. “But you haven’t changed clothes, removed your makeup, or showered. You should take care of that while I finish.”

Aarya’s face clouded. “You just don’t want me to help with your hair, do you?”

“Am I not being clear?” Jayden said gently but firmly. “Are you planning to go to bed without removing your makeup or showering?”

Aarya shook her head. “No, I’ll shower right away.”

She hurried off, eager to prove she wasn’t unhygienic.

Jayden watched her leave and close the door.

An hour later, Aarya lay in bed, wrapped in a quilt, waiting for Jayden to read to her.

When he arrived, he carried a book and a cup of hot milk. Aarya gazed at the milk, her brow furrowing. “What’s this?” she asked.

“I added honey. You have trouble sleeping, don’t you? Warm milk before bed can help,” Jayden replied thoughtfully, handing her the cup.

Aarya felt a surge of warmth. How could someone be so perfect? He never forgot the little things.

Touched by his gentle care, a comforting warmth blossomed inside her. “It shouldn’t be too hot; it’s just right,” Jayden reassured her.

Aarya nodded and took a sip. The slightly sweet milk warmed her stomach and her heart. She’d never been treated with such tenderness. Her heart had slowly opened to Jayden over the past few days. In just a couple of days, he’d made her feel cared for as never before.

When Aarya paused, Jayden asked, curious, “Why aren’t you drinking it? Don’t you like it?”

Aarya was momentarily taken aback before shaking her head. “No, it’s just…so good; I don’t want it to end.”