30 Days Till I Divorce My Husband novel Chapter 317

Erik sighed, "You're still not out of bed."

Bryce mumbled from beneath the sheets, "Just let me sleep; it's cozy here."

Erik fell silent, deciding to let it slide. It must've been the novelty of it all; after all, this was one of their first few times experiencing this together.

Lying on her side next to Bryce, Erik gazed at his distinct features, softly illuminated by the bedside lamp. His steady breathing was almost hypnotic, but despite her overwhelming fatigue, sleep eluded her.

Her mind wasn't on the tensions with Damita Melinda or the family drama back home. Instead, she marveled at how unbelievably her life had intertwined with Bryce's. Never in her wildest dreams did she imagine she'd end up marrying Bryce.

Breathing softly, she watched him sleep peacefully beside her. Erik gently reached out to touch his brow, marveling at how their relationship had evolved. They had known each other since childhood, always as close as siblings, sharing everything, even clothes. Only recently had she started seeing Bryce as a man, rather than just her buddy.

This new dynamic felt incredibly strange yet thrilling. After years of friendship, she was now experiencing shyness, embarrassment, and an accelerated heartbeat around him. So familiar yet so alien, she couldn't help but stare at Bryce. Just as she was about to retract her hand, Bryce suddenly grabbed it, placing it on his chest, his voice drowsy, "Erik, why aren't you asleep?"

Caught in the act, Erik's cheeks flushed with warmth. She thought Bryce had been asleep when she touched his face. Without pulling away, Erik whispered, "I can't sleep."

Acknowledging her restlessness, Bryce held her hand against his chest a moment longer before opening his eyes. The night was serene, their gaze locked, creating a tender atmosphere.

After a moment, Bryce pulled her closer, tightening his embrace, "Erik, our wedding is set in stone, so don't get cold feet now. Stop overthinking."

Their bond had always been solid, but Bryce couldn't fully relax until they were officially married. He was determined to protect Erik, especially after witnessing her being mistreated at the Manning family gathering. He wanted the world to know Erik was his wife, to shield her from any harm.

Such emotions were hard for Bryce to define, but he knew Erik was his life. He vowed to protect her forever, ensuring she never faced any hardships again.

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