Merlin’s POV
I lay there propped up on my elbow as I watch you sleep. Your breathing is steady but every once in a while, you sigh contently as if you are having one of your pleasant dreams. I envy you those dreams; mine are all too often stressful and even frightening. Now and then, you moan softly as your lower body squirms against the sheets. I wonder if you are having an erotic dream!
We both sleep au natural so it is a simple thing for me to reach out and softly touch your firm tummy. It is a touch so tender and gentle that you are totally unaware of the sensation. Emboldened by your reaction (or lack thereof), I run my knuckles over your abdomen and down your side. This causes you to flinch ever so slightly since you are quite ticklish. Rather than risk waking you, I stop that aven
