DJ’s eyelids fluttered open. He had felt the weight on his arm shift. He tightened his grip around her and pulled her against himself.

“Escaping?” He asked in a serious tone.

He had woken up earlier but laid still, holding her and enjoying the warmth of her body. He wouldn't let her slip away from him. Not again. Not after she had agreed to marry him last night.

Ashley chuckled. “Not escaping. I just didn’t want to wake you.”

“You were escaping and I caught you.” DJ said conclusively. Ashley broke into laughter and poked his muscled chest.

“Silly.” She teased.

He joined her, laughing at the pun.

He stopped,...