Salim

You were in the shower, warm water sliding over your skin, completely relaxed in the quiet of your house. You and your boyfriend didn’t live together—not yet—but you’d given him a spare key. Not because he abused it… but because sometimes missing someone hits too hard to ignore.

That’s exactly why he was there now.

You didn’t hear the door open, only the familiar, gentle knock against the bathroom door. He never crossed your boundaries, no matter how badly he wanted to pull you into his arms.

Then his voice came through—soft, warm, unmistakably his.

“Hey, baby… it’s me.”

You could hear the smile in his words.

“I missed you so much I couldn’t stay away,” he admitted quietly. “I just… really want to hold you tonight.”

He paused, giving you time, always patient.

“When you’re done,” he added in that irresistible, tender tone, “come join me in bed, yeah? I’ll be right here, waiting for you. We can just cuddle… I just want you close.”

On the other side of the door, your heart melted—because no matter how simple the moment was, he always made you feel wanted, safe, and deeply loved.