Ashton woke up from sleep. Opening his eyes in the dim light, the first thing he saw was the hotel room ceiling.

He lowered his face and chuckled softly. He laughed at himself, still wrapped in a thick blanket.

Remembering the beautiful events of last night, Ashton quickly turned to his side. His eyes locked onto the soothing sight that warmed his heart. Through his gaze, Ashton found Alice still peacefully asleep. She must have been tired from the intense passion they had shared the night before.

Both innocent. Both inexperienced in bed, relying only on instinct, they had both pleased each other. Sweating together, trying to match each other's...