Nine Hot Therians and Their Only One Queen novel Chapter 690

Chapter 690 A Bath That Wasn’t Just a Bath

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Kieran lay on his side across the bed, a layer of Merfolk silk draped loosely over his body–so light and sheer it was nearly transparent. Beneath the delicate fabric, the lines of his abs showed faintly through. His long legs were elegantly crossed.

Though he hadn’t let his tail out, his finned ears were visible, and a string of crystal–clear pearls hung from them, swaying gently with his movements and producing soft, delicate chimes.

When he heard Emma’s voice, those alluring eyes turned toward her. The corners of his eyes carried a faint flush, tinged with emotion, making him look irresistibly alluring.

“You’re finally back.”

The moment he saw Emma, Kieran lifted a hand and crooked a finger at her. “Come here. I’ve been waiting forever. My tail’s practically dried out.”

He’s a siren–this is what a real siren looks like.

Emma swallowed with difficulty as she walked toward the bed. Her gaze dropped to Kieran’s legs.

“Your tail?”

You didn’t even let your tail out.

The instant Emma came close, Kieran smoothly wrapped himself around her, his cool but powerful arms circling her waist.

“A tail and legs are the same thing. If you don’t believe me, touch and see if they’re dry.”

Emma’s fingers slid lightly along the long, straight lines of his legs. His skin was warm to the touch–smooth and delicate enough to make any woman jealous. There wasn’t the slightest hint of dryness.

“Liar.” Emma poked the inside of his thigh with her fingertip, and the muscle there instantly tightened. “It’s so smooth.”

Kieran’s gaze deepened. His Adam’s apple rolled sharply as the hand gripping her waist suddenly tightened, pulling her firmly into his arms. Their bodies pressed together, and through the thin layers of clothing and Merfolk silk, their warmth blended instantly.

“You don’t understand…” he murmured beside her ear, his warm, damp breath like a hook deliberately slipping into it. “If a merfolk stays away from water too long, the dryness in their heart is worse than the dryness on their body.”

As he spoke, he rubbed his cheek against the hollow of her neck. The cool pearls brushed across Emma’s collarbone, sending a delicate shiver through her.

“And when I’m waiting for you… it’s even harder to endure. Much drier.”

Dry? Really? You sure it’s not something else?

Looking at Kieran’s dangerously charming expression, Emma couldn’t help leaning in to kiss the corner of his lips.

“I’m going to take a shower first. Wait for me a bit–it won’t take long.”

“I’ll go with you. I’ve already filled the water for you.”

Before Emma could refuse, Kieran suddenly rolled off the bed. In one swift motion, he lifted her into his arms and carried her

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toward the bathroom.

Steam already filled the room. The massive bath was brimming with warm water, and a few pink petals floated lazily on the surface -the same deep–sea blossoms that produced that faint, intoxicating fragrance.

Splash!

Without the slightest hesitation, Kieran stepped straight into the bath with Emma still in his arms.

The warm water instantly soaked the already delicate Merfolk silk he wore. The fabric that had been faintly translucent before now clung tightly to his body, outlining every line of muscle beneath it.

His long pink hair, now wet, clung messily to the sides of his face. Droplets slid down the bridge of Kieran’s nose, falling onto his exquisitely shaped collarbones before disappearing into the water.

The sight was a full–blown visual assault.

Held in his arms, Emma stared straight at him, completely transfixed. She didn’t even notice when the clothes on her body disappeared.

“Emma, why are you looking at me like that?” Kieran lowered his gaze to her, his eyes shimmering with a mixture of innocence and temptation. “Tonight, I won’t use my ability. I’ll wash you slowly myself, alright?”

Emma’s mind was already spinning from the overwhelming beauty in front of her. When she heard those words, she nodded instinctively. “Okay…”

The single word left her lips like flipping a switch.

The faintly innocent smile on Kieran’s lips deepened instantly, carrying a trace of sly triumph and a hint of something far more predatory. He raised his hand, letting water stream down along the lines of Emma’s skin, sending a tingling, ticklish sensation spreading across her body.

“Emma, is this alright?”

His long fingers followed the path of the flowing water, sliding slowly downward.

Kieran’s fingertips carried the faintest layer of calluses. That subtle roughness brushed against Emma’s soft skin, making every sensation startlingly vivid.

Emma trembled slightly in his arms.

Kieran moved slowly, clearly noticing her reaction. Smiling, he lowered his head and captured her lips in a kiss. His callused fingertips wandered from Emma’s rounded shoulders to her delicate collarbone, then down to the impossibly sensitive curve of her back.

Every inch of Emma’s skin was tended to by the warmth of his careful touch. Even the small hollow of her lower back didn’t escape him–he lingered there mischievously, tracing slow circles for a moment.

This no longer felt like bathing. It felt like lighting a fire.

Emma felt heat spreading through her entire body. The softness rising from deep within her bones made it nearly impossible for her to remain steady in the water. She could only slump weakly against Kieran, her hands helplessly clutching the soaked Merfolk silk clinging to him.

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Chapter 690 A Bath That Wasn’t Just a Bath

“Kieran…” she called his name softly, her voice carrying a faint, unconscious sweetness she didn’t even realize herself.

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