Chapter 54

Edward stands out from the rest, making Natasha feel at ease. Natasha headed straight home after sending her brother to their mother. Edward had come home from the doctor's office and sat in the living room with his back to the door. Natasha pushed open the door to find Edward sitting quietly at the table. In a moment, an emotion bursts in an instant. She rushed up to him and hugged him from behind. Edward is focused on his work. Natasha instantly embraced him, and he remained still. "I need to get some work done. Don't disturb me, just sit there for a minute. " Edward stated. "I won't," she replies, "but please allow me to embrace you." Natasha's heart is overflowing with emotion. She wishes she could offer Edward a gentle embrace right now and experience the warmth he provides himself. Edward paused his work after hearing Natasha's unusual tone. "What's the problem? Is this about your family?" "No." Natasha had never been so down-to-earth on his way back. "I used to feel a