Chapter 123: The Queen’s Merciless Torture
"Husband," Primrose said gently but firmly, holding his jaw and pulling him down. "I truly believe in you. Can you believe in my words?"
Edmund nodded slowly. "I ... I believe in my wife’s words."
Primrose’s smile was as bright as the sun, momentarily blinding him. He swallowed and said, "Wife, you ... you’re too close."
Instead of stepping back, Primrose leaned in even closer. Her floral scent mixed with his pheromones, making Edmund momentarily forget how to breathe.
He was doing his best to stay in control when Primrose whispered something that set his whole chest on fire. "Husband, I didn’t give you a welcome kiss last night. Do you want one now?"
Without a second thought, Edmund nodded. He held his breath, eyes wide open, just so he could keep looking at her. "I want it."
"Then close your eyes," she said gently. It felt too awkward to kiss someone who was staring like that.
Edmund lowered his head to match her height so she wouldn’t have to stand on tiptoes. Then he shut his eyes tightly, heart pounding.
"Husband." Primrose brought her face closer and gently kissed the corner of his lips. "Welcome home."
She gave him a second kiss on the other corner, but still avoided kissing him directly on the lips.
Edmund remained silent, his eyes still tightly closed, hoping for a third kiss.