The low crackle of a small fire filled the room with an unnatural but comfortable warmth as Selene lay across Nikolai's body and curled his hair around her fingers.
"My man is so cute."
Selene's eyes narrowed while gazing at the resting male.
His eyes were closed, but his eyelashes and lips twitched each time she tickled his nose with the tips of her hair, showing that he was only pretending to sleep.
"Somehow hearing the word cute makes me feel a little strange," his deep voice vibrated through the quiet room. Selene's lips curved into a more sinister and mischievous smile as she flicked his nose once more.
Flick—! The moment her hair touched his nose. He jumped out and grabbed her hips, spreading his fingers and tickling Selene, who jumped in shock, making a lovely yelping sound before Nikolai lifted her and threw her beneath him.
