Chapter 37

POV - GIOVANNI CARSON

I felt warm. A sweet fragrance filled my nose.

I opened my eyes and blinked rapidly so that I could adjust to the light. My right arm felt numb yet static.

Gabriella's eyes were closed, her long eyelashes kissed her cheeks.

Her pink lips were slightly apart as she took slow calming breaths.

Her dark brown hair was messy and covered almost half her face.

I smiled like an idiot as I watched her sleep.

So peaceful and innocent. I could just kiss her awake but she needs her rest.

Last night.

Last night was unexpected. It's the first time we've spoken in a vulnerable state. After our talk, I told her that I'll be heading home but she offered that I stayed for the night.

Gabriella groaned, then changed to a more comforting position.

I slowly lifted her head and gently placed her on the pillow. She snorted a bit and I chuckled.

Cute. I thought to myself.

I removed the covers and slowly stood up. I covered Gabriella then walked over to her bathroom.

Her bathroom is real