Darius let himself into Zahra’s bedroom.

His was at the far end of the mansion. He liked the quietness and being left alone when needed.

He did not think much of entering without a knock.

He had so much on his mind. He stopped in his tracks noticing Zahra’s naked silhouette.

“I am so sorry!” Darius blurted turning around swiftly.

He almost bumped against the door. “I came to talk to you. I am so sorry,” he ranted nervously. A

laugh answered him.

“You can turn around now,” Zahra said once she wrapped a bathrobe around her body.

“I just came out of the shower,” she explained.

Darius hesitantly turned....