Celeste had no idea when she and Jeremy had transformed back into humans. But judging by the slightly cool sensation on her skin, she guessed it had been for a while.
But the places where her skin and Jeremy's touched were still very warm. In comparison, the coolness on her exposed skin was negligible. And then Celeste suddenly realized that her entire body was pressed tightly against his. The realization made her face heat up.
Although Jeremy had told her that they were not real twins, Celeste still needed some time to adjust to this new information. She couldn't just suddenly meet Jeremy naked, both of them without any clothes on. It wasn't something she had ever experienced before, and the sudden intimacy made her feel vulnerable and exposed.
But at this moment, her inner thoughts seemed insignificant, because she couldn't deny the fact that they were both naked and pressing against each other.
Celeste could feel Jeremy's strong arms wrapped around her, holding her close to his chest. She was completely enveloped in his embrace, unable to move or escape. His long legs were wrapped around hers, trapping her in his hold. She couldn't help but notice how well-defined his chest muscles were as they rose and fell with each breath he took.
As she gazed downward, Celeste was struck by how different Jeremy looked as a human compared to his wolf form. She noticed the way his muscles rippled beneath his skin, and the way the shadows of their naked bodies danced together in the flickering light. It was a moment of pure intimacy, and Celeste knew that she would never forget it.
Her gaze continued to move downward.
She had been aware of Jeremy's killer abs for a while now, but this was the first time she got to observe them up close and personal. And Goddess, they looked tight! Even in his slumber, those muscles were screaming for attention with defined lines and silky smoothness.
Her eyes couldn't help but continue their exploration. Celeste felt her cheeks flush even deeper. Her gaze landed on Jeremy's beefy thighs, radiating a sense of weight and power that could rival a marble sculpture.
Out of the blue, a rush of heat tingled on her neck. Celeste lifted her head slightly and catch Jeremy staring at her with a mischievous smile playing on his lips. And his blue eyes were fixed solely on her.
"Like what you see?" Jeremy teased, his grin turning into a sly smirk. Celeste could practically feel her face turning into a blazing inferno.
Wait a minute, when did he wake up? When did he catch her in the act?
Celeste desperately tried to squirm out of Jeremy's embrace. But then the realization hit her—both of them were in their birthday suits. If she managed to wriggle away, she would be completely exposed, bared to the world and Jeremy's gaze.
Sure, they had grown up together, and Celeste had caught glimpses of the naked Jeremy before. But now, with their relationship taking a steamy turn, Celeste's self-consciousness skyrocketed. It was as if Jeremy's gaze had transformed into tangible electricity, sending shivers down her every pore. Celeste couldn't help but tremble, unable to control her body's spontaneous reaction.
"Feeling chilly?" Jeremy teased again, his arms wrapped snugly around Celeste, pulling her even closer.
Celeste debated whether she should continue resisting and leaving the warmth of his arms, but she couldn't deny that she relished the sensation. Nestled in Jeremy's embrace, she soaked up his warmth, breathed in his intoxicating scent, and reveled in his possessive stance. A soft, ambiguous hum escaped her throat, revealing her mixed emotions.
Jeremy chuckled and prodded, "So, what does that sound mean?"
"Oh, just shut it!" Celeste shot back, nuzzling her face against Jeremy's chest and letting out a contented sigh. Okay, she guessed she could get used to mornings like this.
The morning sunlight, accompanied by a gentle breeze from outside, sprinkled softly upon them. The sun's rays were gentle, not too harsh, but very comfortable. Celeste closed her eyes, basking in the quietness of the morning, until a rumbling sound shattered the tranquility.
Arching an eyebrow, Celeste looked up at Jeremy's face and caught a fleeting glimpse of his embarrassment.
"Well, at least it wasn't as loud as that night," Jeremy remarked, with a hint of amusement in his voice.
It took Celeste a moment to realize what Jeremy was referring to. So he was talking about the time when she pretended to be asleep in the pack's secret hideout?
Celeste couldn't hold back a snicker. Just as she was gearing up to speak, another rumble emerged from Jeremy's belly, not as boisterous this time, but it lingered longer. "Yeah, not as loud, but it seems to go on forever."
Jeremy let out a soft chuckle, and Celeste nestled her face against his chest again, relishing the rhythmic and vigorous thumping of his heart. It made her feel as if she could easily drift off into a peaceful slumber. But just as she was about to succumb to sleep, Jeremy's stomach growled again, not giving her a single chance to sleep.
"Looks like you're seriously famished," she commented.
Jeremy scratched his head, a telltale blush spreading across his face. It was ridiculously adorable.
"Now what's the plan?" Celeste asked, her cheek still on Jeremy's chest. While she longed to sit up and have a face-to-face chat, she knew they were both stark naked. If they both sat up to converse, it would undoubtedly create a bizarre scene. So, for now, she contented herself with nestling in Jeremy's embrace and posing her question, though it felt like pillow talk.
Forget overthinking it. She decided to let it go and remain nestled in Jeremy's arms. She wanted to cherish this moment.
"Let's head home," Jeremy declared, his voice reverberating within his chest. The sound traveled through their intimately pressed skin, reaching Celeste's ears and tugging at her heartstrings.