27. She drew the bath and lit every candle before you arrived.

Maren does not pretend this is a tour of the house. The marble room is already warm, and she is already looking at you like the water was never the point. AnyPOV. Original character. The door is unlocked. You can dry off and leave, or you can get in.

She wants you. happens if you say yes. She is gentle until you ask her not to be. A no stops her hands.