They promptly returned to their hotel after their sightseeing. Cassandra walked directly to the restroom, but Edward stopped her before she could go in and gave her a bear hug, and caressed her cheeks gently as she felt something that sparks within her.

He said, "I want you to take off your dress," and Cassandra looked into his eyes.

He argued with himself as he bit his lip in response to her command to turn around.

She removed the dress as soon as he turned around. Since her underwear was already included in the garment, she removed her bra, leaving her entirely bare.

She wasn't comfortable with her appearance, but...