James was at a loss.
What was going on?
Did she not agree to it? Why did she change her mind?
He momentarily froze. Then, he quickly recollected himself and smiled. “I-It’s alright.”
As he said that, he got off the bed and spread the mattress on the floor.
Thea did not understand what had gotten into her. She felt terrified the moment James kissed her.
However, she did not know what she was afraid of.
“Y-You can sleep here if you want.”
Although she did not feel ready, she still could not bear to see James sleeping on the floor any longer.
James said with a smile, “It’s alright. I can sleep on the floor. I’ll sleep next to you when you’re fully ready.”
James did not want to pressure Thea into it. In fact, he did not have the right. After all, he would not even be here without Thea. That was why he had decided to support and obey any decision she made.
From Thea’s perspective, however, James was mad.
“I…”
She opened her mouth to speak. However, she was at a loss for words.
The night passed silently.
Thea did not get a wink of sleep.
Meanwhile, James slept soundly.
Soon, morning came. Thea rubbed her eyes. She was awake the whole night. Thus, she was a little absent-minded. She saw that James was awake. He put the mattress away, walked out of the room, and lit a cigarette on the balcony.
Through the window, she stared at James’ back, her mind in a trance.
Then, she rose, got dressed, and headed toward the balcony. She called out, “Darling.”
“Huh?”
James turned and saw Thea approaching him.
Thea wore an apologetic look. “Sorry about last night.”
“It’s no big deal.” James laughed out loud. “We got married before building the foundation this relationship needs. It’s only natural for you to be reluctant to do such a thing with me. Gradually, and with time, I know you’ll accept me.”
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