I wasn't nervous until he mentioned it.

He sighed, seemingly resigned, "Relax, I said we're just sleeping."

After he spoke, he wrapped his arms around me from behind. It was not too tight, but I could still feel his warmth.

It was cozy and comfortable.

I've been sensitive to cold. During winters, I used to curl up in Nicholas's embrace.

It's only early fall now, but I wondered if I can handle the winter nights without ...