The bathroom didn’t have a lock inside, so it made it easy for him to come in.
When Shirley heard the door opening, she turned around and quickly hid herself in the steam. “Why did you…” “We’re showering together.” Zacharias smiled and came in.
Shirley blushed. “Is it too late to say no?” Yes. Zacharias held her waist and the back of her head, and then he kissed her.
Shirley moaned and was pulled into Zacharias’ embrace. He led the action in the steamy bathroom. They then took the battle to the bed.
Shirley had no idea how much time had passed, but she was eventually exhausted, and she was usually a vivacious person. She lay in Zacharias’ arms languidly, with nary the strength to even open her eyes.
Zacharias was combing her hair. He was radiating warmth, like a tiger who had its fill. Shirley had a look of enjoyment on her face, a smile curling her lips.
Zacharias kissed her. “Sleep.” Shirley didn’t even want to think. She was so tired, she just wanted to sleep, and she fell asleep in Zacharias’ arms a while later. He kissed her hair and fell asleep with Shirley in his arms.
Dawn came. Shirley opened her eyes and found that Zacharias was already gone, though he left a note for her. He told her to get breakfast after she woke up, and then someone would take her home. Shirley wanted to stay, but Zacharias was going to work immediately, and with Christmas coming, he would have a lot more to deal with.
Shirley went home. Right after that, she got news that her father would bring his whole family back to the base for Christmas. That included her. Shirley was shocked. “Why are we going back to the base? Can’t we celebrate Christmas here?” Shirley quickly asked.
“Tons of things to settle at the base. Pack up your stuff, Shirley. We’re setting off at six.” Shirley wanted to stay, but her parents would be at the base, and as their daughter, she had to celebrate Christmas with them.
Back in the bedroom, Angela said, “Richard, you could’ve told Shirley about this.
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