What The Heart Desires | LingOrm

Chapter 3: You Sleep Naked? Great Because So Do I

Orm almost fell out of bed when her alarm sounded at 9 a.m. She groaned, rubbed her eyes, and fumbled to turn the alarm off.

To say that she had a peaceful and restful sleep was an understatement. The poor girl could barely sleep at all, the memory of Ling's lips against hers haunting every second that ticked by as she lay in bed (in the best way possible, that is). Ultimately, she decided to game until she could no longer fight the drowsiness and finally fell asleep around 6 a.m.

Thankfully, their workshop wasn't scheduled until noon, so she had enough time to have breakfast and get ready leisurely. She opted for a comfortable pink hoodie and white pants.

As she peered at herself in the full-length mirror, she couldn't help but blush as she ran her fingers through her hair. The feeling of Ling's fingers brushing against her neck was so vivid that she felt herself shudder. It was then that she remembered her insane bravado when she told Ling:

"Touch me some more, and I'll happily let you explore the rest of my sensitive areas..."

Orm suddenly covered her mouth and screamed, still in disbelief that she even had the nerve to say something so SPICY...but does it make her even naughtier if she meant it?

Her hands covered her face in shame as she shook her head.

Lingling Kwong, what have you done to me?!

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By 11.30 a.m., both girls were present in the room assigned for their workshop. The room was cozy and had a wooden bench situated at the centre, which was strange but alright; it probably had a purpose.

They sat against the wall as they waited for their instructor. With a finer eye for detail, Ling noticed Orm's movements were slightly sluggish compared to the previous day. She scanned Orm's features and noticed dark circles under the younger woman's eyes.

Concerned, she reached out to cup Orm's cheek, almost startling her.

"Orm, you look tired today. Are you feeling alright? Did you sleep at all?" Ling asked, her voice full of worry.

Orm smiled sheepishly, "I had trouble sleeping last night, so I ended up gaming until 6 a.m."

Ling was shocked.

"6 a.m.? That means you barely slept! You're so young. You have to get your beauty sleep, you know? I'll worry about you if you don't sleep enough, " she softly patted the younger woman's cheek.

"Sleep is for the weak!" Orm stated enthusiastically and grinned.

"Do you often have trouble sleeping?" Ling asked.

It only started because I couldn't stop thinking about you and your lips...

"A-ah, not always. Just sometimes. I think I was over-excited about starting the series. I'm so touched at how concerned you are, though," Orm pouted, her puppy eyes on full display as she placed her hand over Ling's and squeezed it.

Ling looked on at the younger woman adoringly. Oh boy, she wanted to protect this woman with all her might. Those puppy eyes that Orm possessed were dangerous as hell. And that pout, goddammit, she'd do whatever Orm wanted if she used...those weapons on her in the future.

"Of course, we're partners now. I-I feel this chemistry that everyone keeps talking about when referring to us. I felt so comfortable and at ease with you yesterday, and I'd never felt like that with any of my other co-stars. You're special, Orm, I mean it. Even if the series is over...I want you in my life for as long as possible," she shyly revealed as she made eye contact again with those brown orbs.