It seemed so effortless. She let out a sigh of relief, resting her head on his shoulder, gently rubbing against it before falling into a peaceful sleep.
The streets at night were quiet, with hardly any vehicles. Above the city, the clouds were thin, and stars dotted the sky, drifting down like the glimmer of light suspended over the entire city.
She was light, softly nestled in his arms, like a fluffy kitten, utterly unguarded.
Arnold Simmons lowered his gaze, his eyes falling on her serene sleeping face. Her long, curled lashes trembled faintly with her breath, and as if seeking stability, she nudged further into his embrace, burying her entire head within.
"Arnold..."
A soft murmur escaped her lips.
Arnold Simmons halted his steps, his heartbeat suddenly quickening.
"Mm, I'm here."
His lips curled into a subtle smile, his eyes brimming with the gentleness of the night, drawing even the starlight into its depths.
