Wrapping her arms around his neck, Ivana Bennett turned her face to the side, lightly kissing his earlobe, and spoke softly, "I've already asked Xiao Ning, and she said... we don't have to completely refrain now, just be careful, the occasional time or two won't hurt."
"Really?"
Lucas Walker turned his head, looking at her with a mix of joy and doubt.
"Of course, it's true," Ivana's face was flushed, her long lashes drooping as she gently pinched his chin, "But... you have to be careful, gentle. You can't get me too... excited..."
With one arm reaching out and a slight force applied, he already lifted her up from the water and slowly walked towards the beach.
"I promise... I'll be very light."
Ivana Bennett's cheeks were burning with blush, yet bravely, she lifted her gaze to meet his eyes.
Leaning her forehead against his, her hands gently caressed his face as she leaned in to kiss him.
Her long hair slid down, sticking to her shoulders and also onto his face and body...