Chapter 114

As I stood at the sink, hands deep in soapy water, a pair of familiar arms gently wrapped around my waist from behind. The initial surprise jolted me, but I soon relaxed into the embrace, leaning back against Khein.

Khein's voice, soft and reassuring, accompanied the comforting touch. "I hope you don't mind the interruption," he said, his breath warm against my ear.

I turned my head slightly, meeting his eyes with a smile. "Not at all. It's a pleasant surprise. What brings you here?"

He chuckled, the sound reverberating through the small kitchen. "Just wanted to sneak up on you and steal a moment. You looked lost in thought."

I smirked, conceding, "Guilty as charged. It's been one of those days."

Khein tightened his grip, and we stood there in easy silence for a moment.

He broke the quiet, "It's cool to get lost in thought, you know. But it's also cool to share those thoughts. So spill, what's on your mind?"

I laughed, appreciating the shift from routine to a more lighthearted convers