Chapter 42: Sleep, Sleep

He murmured, his lips trailing along her jawline, slowly kissing her neck and collarbone.

Vivienne's body trembled lightly. In this situation, it was easy to unintentionally provoke him, and she couldn't predict what he might do then.

What should she do to make him let go of her?

She desperately thought of a strategy but was taken aback when he suddenly stopped kissing. "Are you afraid?" he asked abruptly.

She was momentarily stunned, unable to react in time.

He lifted his head and placed his palm against her neck, as if sensing the pulsation of her blood vessels. "If you're afraid, I can do nothing," he said.

She looked bewildered, almost unable to believe her ears, as she heard him continue, "Vivi, I can do nothing, as long as you stay here with me."

For her sake, he was willing to suppress his instincts and desires. All he wanted was for her to remain by his side.

Vivienne never expected Asher to say such words, and he truly followed through with them. He simply held her hand and f