Rooming With The Criminal | ✓

28 | the criminal faces

28.

the criminal faces

IN THE WARM glow of the kitchen, Akari and Julian worked side by side, their laughter filling the air as they prepared a meal together.

Throughout the day, Akari and Julian had reveled in the comfort of the house, immersing themselves in a series of indoor activities. With a stack of their favorite movies at hand, they had lounged on the couch, sharing laughter and tears as they journeyed through each film. Between movies, they had engaged in spirited rounds of board games, playfully competing and teasing each other with friendly banter.

As the evening approached, they had felt the urge to dance, the upbeat music from the movie soundtrack inspiring them to let loose and enjoy a spontaneous dance party in the living room. Their laughter echoed off the walls as they twirled and swayed to the rhythm.

Now, in the warmth of the kitchen, they stood side by side, their sleeves rolled up as they tackled the task of preparing dinner together. In these simple moments of domestic bliss, Akari and Julian found solace and contentment.

Akari, her hands busy slicing vegetables, focused intently on the task at hand while Julian crept up behind her, a mischievous gleam in his eyes. With a playful smirk, he launched a surprise attack, his fingers dancing over her sides in a ticklish assault.

Akari squealed with laughter, her movements faltering momentarily before she turned to face Julian, a playful glint in her eyes. "Hey, none of that!" she protested, though her smile betrayed her amusement.

Julian chuckled, wrapping his arms around her from behind and pressing a soft kiss to her neck. "Sorry, couldn't resist," he teased, his voice warm with affection. Akari leaned back into his embrace.

As Julian held Akari close, he buried his face in her hair, inhaling deeply. "You smell amazing," he murmured, his voice filled with warmth and affection. "I swear, I'm addicted to your scent." He pressed a soft kiss to her neck, savoring the sweet aroma that enveloped them. Akari smiled, feeling cherished in his embrace.

"What do I smell like?" Akari asked, glancing over her shoulder at Julian.

Julian paused, a soft smile playing on his lips as he inhaled deeply. "You smell like warmth and comfort," he answered, stepping closer to her. "Like home." As he hugged her from behind, his lips brushed against her neck in a gentle kiss. "You're my favorite fragrance," he murmured, his voice filled with affection. He placed one more kiss on her neck again.

Akari smiled at his words, but then let out a playful whine. "Julian, you're always kissing my neck," she teased, tilting her head slightly to the side to give him better access.

Julian chuckled, his breath warm against her skin. "Can you blame me?" he replied, his lips trailing soft kisses along the curve of her neck. "It's just so irresistible." His arms tightened around her waist, pulling her closer as he continued to pepper her neck with affectionate kisses.

Akari sighed, her movements slowing as Julian's kisses distracted her. "I can't concentrate on slicing the vegetables when you're doing that," she murmured, her voice soft with amusement.

Julian grinned against her neck, his lips lingering for a moment before he pulled back slightly. "Well, maybe we should take a break then," he suggested, gently taking the knife from her hand and setting it aside. He turned her around to face him. "We can always come back to it later."