Reunited

-Chapter - 77 - How Deep is your love? -

-This is one long chapter :D Enjoy and take breaks if you need it!-

-August 30, 2027-

-Soneva Jani, Maldives-
-10:25 a.m.-

-Nathalie's pov-

I was standing in front of the large window, watching the raindrops racing each other as they cascaded down the pane. It was dark outside given that it was pouring rain. I was clutching myself, dressed in a black robe, but I was still cold, when I felt strong hands pull my waist, and a chin on my shoulder. My back against his chest... My husband Gabriel.

One of his arm was around my waist while the other he placed above my breasts.

Immediately the impassive expression I had on my face instinctively vanished and was replaced by a genuine smile.

I say, "Hello, darling," lowering my head and kissing his forearm before putting my right arm on top of his, which is now resting on my waist.

I heard a chuckle. Gabriel kissed my neck, before he replied, "Hello to you too, my darling." He then kissed my hair and I closed my eyes, relishing the moment while it lasted.

As my husband and I had anticipated, the rain we are presently experiencing began last night. Our surroundings are gloomy; the clouds containing water droplets prevented the light from penetrating the atmosphere. The beautiful crystalline water and the villas around it completely faded into the darkness.

We knew there was a chance we would get stranded at home due to the weather when we decided as a couple to travel to the Maldives for our honeymoon. After all, this country has some of the wettest months in August. We simply hoped that wouldn't happen today because we have a flight to Malé, which I'm guessing has already been canceled due to the torrential downpours.

My guess was only proven right when Gabriel proceeds to tell me;

"Darling, the pilot in Malé just called. He said that due to the weather, he wouldn't be able to fly us there. Since it's only morning, he still hopes that this will pass in a few hours, but I doubt that will happen...." My husband then starts to apologize, saying, "I'm sorry, my darling. Our plans are now canceled."

Then I assure him, "Don't worry, darling. It is not your fault." I chuckled and faced him; even through the darkness, I could still see his beautiful face. "You can't control the weather, my darling. But I was prepared for this. I brought a few activities for us just in case this happens, but we won't unpack just in case the pilot is correct and the rain clears up in the afternoon, okay?" I fixed my gaze on his pale blue eyes, which appeared to be a lot darker.

He drew me in closer by the waist, our bodies now pressed together. My hands were on his nape; his hands were above my buttocks. "You always know what to do, my darling.." he adds. I noticed how he grinned before leaning in and kissing me on the forehead, then down to my neck. I threw my head back slightly, allowing him more access and to make me moan.

Gabriel then pulled away, he met my eyes while my head is still thrown back. "You're amazing." he says and though it was cold, I felt the warmth on my cheeks.

I fixed myself and caressed the back of his head, "Thank you," I smiled.

My hands went to his cheek, I stared into his eyes once again, then I tip toed to gently kiss his soft lips.

Once we pulled away, I tell him, whispering, "You know what's the best thing to do in this weather?... It's cold..."

Gabriel smiled again, "I think I know..." he winked.