Late that night, I leaned on Theo's strong shoulders, feeling so secure.
"It's only been a week, but I feel that it's been a long time since I was able to spend time with you this quietly." I was feeling a little emotional. Things seemed to still be the same. Maybe this was what they meant by absence made the heart fonder.
Hearing my words, Theo let out a low smile and shrugged his shoulders. I looked up at him. Seeing the smile on his lips, my expression changed slightly. "What? Don't you think so?"
Even I could feel the threat in my tone.
Theo's expression suddenly turned serious. He nodded his head a few times solemnly. "Yes, you’re right, Madam. It really feels like a long time since we last were together."
"How half-hearted." I stood up and patted his chest. I straightened my back and then massaged it a little.
Noticing my actions, Theo put down the tablet in his hand. “Does your back hurt?”
"It’s probably sore. It’s been getting worse recently."
It was likely because of my pregnancy.
Theo put his work aside, then turned to me. "Lie down. I'll massage it for you."
I raised my brow, feeling a little surprised. "Really?"
"Yes, lie down quick."
"I’m more than happy to."
I quickly lay down. He exerted an adequate amount of strength. He was not too heavy-handed. Perhaps I had overestimated his strength, but it felt really good to be massaged by him.
"I didn't expect you to have this skill," I said with surprise.
Theo answered me while still massaging my back. "I read up on it before. Pregnant women are most likely to suffer from back pain."
Hearing this, I smiled. That was quite thoughtful.
"I also want to eat sour plums. Can you find them for me too?"
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