Risking it all (Lando Norris)

Chapter 44

WARNING: This chapter contains sexual content that may not be suitable for all readers.

Lily

The soft light of dawn filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow over the room as I slowly stirred awake. The familiar scent of the ocean mixed with the crisp, clean air of the villa surrounded me, a gentle reminder that we were still in our little paradise. 

I rolled over in bed, my hand instinctively reaching out for Lando, who was still fast asleep beside me.

He looked peaceful, his chest rising and falling steadily with each breath, a small smile playing on his lips even in sleep. I took a moment to simply watch him, my heart swelling with affection.

It was still surreal to me sometimes, waking up next to him in places like this, sharing these moments that felt like they were straight out of a dream.

Unable to resist, I leaned in to press a soft kiss to his cheek, causing him to stir slightly. His eyes fluttered open, and when he saw me, his smile widened, sleepy but filled with warmth.

"Morning," he mumbled, his voice husky from sleep. "Morning," I replied, brushing a strand of hair from his forehead. "Did you sleep well?"

"Always do when I'm with you," he murmured, his eyes closing again as he reached out to pull me closer.

I nestled into his embrace, feeling the steady beat of his heart against my cheek. We stayed like that for a few more minutes, enjoying the quiet intimacy of the early morning. But the excitement of the day ahead was bubbling up inside me, and I knew we couldn't stay in bed forever.

"Ready for another adventure?" I asked, lifting my head to look at him.

Lando opened his eyes again, this time fully awake, a grin spreading across his face. "Absolutely."

We reluctantly pulled ourselves out of bed, the cool tile floor of the villa a sharp contrast to the warmth of the blankets we'd just left behind. 

I grabbed my swimsuit from the dresser and slipped into it, feeling the smooth fabric cling to my skin. Lando did the same, and soon we were both ready for the day.

After a quick breakfast on the villa's terrace, where we enjoyed fresh fruit and coffee while gazing out at the endless blue of the ocean, we packed a few essentials into a bag and headed out the door. The sun was already high in the sky, casting a golden glow over everything as we made our way down the path that led to the dock.

When we arrived, the yacht was there waiting for us, anchored just off the shore. It was even more impressive in the daylight than it had been in the pictures Lando had shown me—a sleek, modern vessel with a shining white exterior that gleamed in the sunlight.

The captain, a tall man with a weathered face and a warm smile, greeted us as we approached. "Good morning, Mr. and Mrs. Norris," he said with a slight bow of his head. "Welcome aboard."

"Thank you," I replied, my excitement bubbling over as we stepped onto the deck. It sounded hot...the way the captain called us...Mrs. Norris huh?

The yacht was a floating oasis of luxury. The deck was spacious, with comfortable sun loungers positioned perfectly to catch the sun's rays, and a small table already set up with refreshments.

 Inside, there was a beautifully furnished living area, a kitchen, and even a small cinema room. Every detail had been carefully considered to ensure we had everything we could possibly need for a perfect day on the water.

As the captain prepared to set sail, Lando and I made our way to the front of the yacht. The wind was already picking up, teasing strands of my hair and carrying with it the scent of the sea.