Brennan smiled softly as Zoe’s initial nervousness melted away. He could see how her tension faded with his lighthearted teasing, and it made him feel a sense of calm settle over him too. The way she laughed, so genuinely and freely, reminded him of how much he adored her spirit. As he reached to brush a stray strand of hair from her face, he couldn’t help but feel grateful for the ease between them, how comfortable she was becoming in this quiet moment together. When Zoe reached out, letting him lift her slip off, it wasn’t just about the physical connection; it was about the trust, the way she let herself be vulnerable with him. As she softly traced his abs, the simple touch was enough to make him pause, aware of how deeply connected they were in that moment. He felt a rush of warmth that wasn’t just from the physical closeness but from the connection they shared, something much deeper. Brennan’s heart swelled with affection as he cupped her face gently, brushing his thumb over her cheek. The way she closed her eyes and relaxed into his touch, trusting him completely, made him feel closer to her than ever before. And when he kissed her, it was filled with tenderness and the unspoken understanding between them—just a quiet reminder of how much they cared for each other. Brennan slowly pulled back from the kiss, his forehead resting gently against hers as he took a moment to breathe. His eyes searched hers, soft yet steady, his expression thoughtful. "Hey," he murmured quietly, his voice calm but laced with care, "How do you want to do this?" He meant the position. His hands started to un-button his pants until he kicked them down. "I'm comfortable with whatever you chose, I promise."