Chapter 53

It was hard to sleep. Robert's bed was large enough for both him and Eleanor, allowing them to keep a safe distance from each other. However, in the darkness, her senses were heightened. Eleanor, who had never slept beside anyone before, couldn't fall asleep no matter how hard she tried. She listened intently to the low and gentle breathing of the man beside her. "Are you asleep, Bob?" she whispered, leaning over to stare at Robert. Under the dim night sky, she could only make out the contours of his face. His tall, straight nose, chiseled jawline, and prominent Adam's apple caught her attention. Just then, she saw his throat move as he swallowed, and he suddenly turned his face towards her. She was caught. "Still not going to sleep?" Robert's voice was lower than usual, sounding a bit hoarse. "Sleep, sleep," Eleanor mumbled, quickly turning away. Fortunately, the darkness hid her flushed face. Gradually, she heard his steady breathing again, which seemed to intensify her own nervousne