With the absence of light, her other senses sharpened.

She became acutely aware of her own breathing and Bennett's as well.

Tonight, she hadn't had a drink, so she wasn't feeling as bold as she was the previous night.

Claudia pondered how to initiate a kiss before drifting off to sleep.

Suddenly, the scent of shower gel filled the air. A hand gently settled on her waist before she could react.