Find me in your labyrinth (Stella and Jonathan) novel Chapter 2458

Jason was beyond restless, the moonlight casting a radiant glow on the girl's silhouette, her curves softly illuminated, stirring a restless energy within him.

Yet, all he could do was exchange silent stares with Nick, who was tucked snugly between them.

Time seemed to stretch on endlessly until Jason finally whispered, "Sophia, after we get married, let's get another dog."

It could fill the void left by Nick's passing and grow up alongside our kids.

Sophia, ever so carefree, was already on the verge of sleep and probably didn't catch what he said, mumbling a sleepy "Hmm" in response.

Her voice was so heavy with sleep, it was clear she was utterly exhausted.

Jason didn't want to disturb her further, knowing these past few days hadn't been easy on her, and let her sleep peacefully.

He knew her better than she knew herself. Despite her bold and carefree demeanor, she cared deeply for those close to her but struggled to express it, preferring to keep things to herself.

Gazing at her profile under the moonlight, he gently touched her hair spread across the pillow, feeling a warm tenderness wash over him.

The next day

As Sophia drifted between sleep and wakefulness, she thought she heard Jason get up, his movements towards the bathroom, the sounds of him dressing. Then, faintly, a door knocking and him answering it.

These soft, muffled sounds comforted her, lulling her back to sleep.

Before dawn, she could hear her parents stirring, their voices and footsteps in the hallway, the distant sound of fireworks below...

That sense of peace and warmth enveloped her, making her wish to remain in this dreamy state, waiting for her father to come wake her, to playfully resist getting up, basking in the moment.

She thought such feelings were long gone with childhood, yet here they were, experienced anew.

"Under evaluation, relationship status pending!" Sophia declared with mock seriousness.

Jason nodded, not bothering to argue, answering her earlier question, "You can be late, or not go at all. After all, you're the boss's lady; everything's under your command!"

"All these perks, huh?" Sophia's eyes sparkled with mischief, "Tempting proposition!"

"Make a decision soon, and you can start enjoying the benefits," Jason leaned in, his voice seductive.

They kissed again, the morning sun casting a soft golden glow on Sophia's cheeks, spreading to her neck, leaving her utterly breathless and weak, whispering, "We should get up now."

"Right!" Jason agreed, standing up, "Let's freshen up and have breakfast."

Sophia watched him, nodding in agreement.