𝐅𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐀 : 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮

Chapter - 39

As the first light of dawn gently filtered into the room, Ekanksh awoke, his eyes slowly adjusting to the morning glow. His gaze settled on his beautiful wife, Vamika, who lay beside him, enveloped in a serene slumber. Her features, delicate and peaceful, reminded him of a sleeping beauty from a fairy tale. For a moment, Ekanksh simply watched her, his heart swelling with affection and contentment. The memories of their intimate moments from the previous night flooded his mind, bringing a soft, knowing smile to his lips.

Vamika looked angelic, almost childlike in her innocent repose. Her rhythmic breathing and the faint smile playing on her lips made Ekanksh's heart race with love and protectiveness. He felt a deep sense of gratitude for this woman, who was not just his wife but his closest companion, his confidante, and his love. The sunlight, streaming through the large glass balcony door, started to creep across the bed, casting a warm glow on Vamika's face.

Ekanksh noticed a slight twitch in Vamika's eyelids, a sign that the sunlight was disturbing her peaceful slumber. Concerned, he gently slipped out of bed, careful not to wake her. Moving with the stealth and precision born of familiarity, he padded across the room to the balcony door. With a soft swish, he drew the curtains, dimming the room and shielding Vamika from the intrusive morning light. The room was once again bathed in a soothing semi-darkness.

Satisfied that he had preserved her tranquility, Ekanksh returned to bed. He slipped under the covers and moved closer to Vamika, his movements tender and deliberate. He gently gathered her into his arms, guiding her head to rest on his chest. Vamika instinctively nestled closer, her body curling against his, her arms wrapping around him in a loose embrace. She sighed contentedly in her sleep, her face relaxing into a smile as she nestled into the familiar warmth and safety of his presence.

Ekanksh's heart swelled with emotion as he held her. He could feel the steady beat of her heart, a comforting rhythm that matched his own. Vamika's smile deepened in her sleep, and she murmured something unintelligible, her hold on him tightening as if seeking to merge with him completely. The love and trust in that simple gesture made Ekanksh's heart brim with joy.

As he lay there, cradling her, Ekanksh reflected on the life they had built together. Every shared laugh, every whispered secret, every stolen kiss, and every passionate embrace had woven them closer, creating a bond that was unbreakable. This quiet moment, wrapped in each other's arms, felt like the epitome of their love – pure, unspoken, and infinite.

Vamika's breathing slowed into the deep, even rhythm of contented sleep, and Ekanksh felt a profound sense of peace wash over him. He kissed the top of her head gently, careful not to wake her, and closed his eyes. In the stillness of the morning, with the soft rise and fall of her breath against him, Ekanksh knew that he had everything he needed right here in his arms. The world outside could wait; for now, this was his perfect moment.

As the morning unfolded in its gentle, unhurried pace, Ekanksh remained still, savoring the warmth and closeness of Vamika. He watched the subtle changes in her expression as she slept, each little twitch and murmur endearing her more to him. Time seemed to slow, allowing him to fully appreciate the tranquility of this shared space.

Gradually, the soft light of the morning grew brighter, diffused by the drawn curtains. Vamika stirred, her body slowly awakening from its restful state. She snuggled closer to Ekanksh, her eyelids fluttering open, revealing her warm, brown eyes still glazed with sleep. For a moment, she seemed disoriented, but then her gaze met Ekanksh's, and a sleepy smile spread across her face.

"Good morning, love," Ekanksh whispered, brushing a strand of hair away from her face.

"Good morning," she replied, her voice husky with sleep. She stretched languidly, her body arching against his, and then relaxed back into his embrace. "Did you sleep well?"