Chapter 305: The Stream on the Hill
The cottage was quiet, wrapped in the tranquility of early afternoon. The autumn breeze blew against the closed windows, carrying the echoes of rustling leaves, creaking branches and the faint caw of distant crows.
Faint sunlight filtered through the sheer curtains, casting delicate patterns over the floor. Inside, two figures lay on the bed, their legs entangled under the comfort of the thick blanket.
"...en."
Ruediger stirred awake first while Lariette was still asleep. She nestled against his chest with one arm draped over his torso. Breathing softly and evenly, her chest rose and fell subtly.
’Cute.’
Glancing down at Lariette, a small smile formed on Ruediger’s lips. He carefully brushed her bangs away from her forehead, revealing her face more.
Ruediger liked seeing how peaceful Lariette was while sleeping. The lines between her brows relaxed.
His mind drifted to the tender moments they shared. Her soft chuckles, the way she clutched his shirt as they kissed and the little teasing here and there.
Everything only changed even better for them.
Shifting his eyes away from Lariette, Ruediger looked at the wall clock — ten minutes past twelve. He had napped for over two hours, enough to recharge his energy after a long morning drive.
’The sunset is around four or five if I’m not mistaken. We better go to the grave soon.’