Chapter 66: First Day of Marriage

As the morning sun peeked through the curtains, casting a gentle glow across the room, Bella stirred from the depths of slumber. A blissful sensation lingered within her, a feeling of weightlessness and complete relaxation that accompanied her awakening.

In the daze of half-consciousness, Bella felt the warmth of a strong arm draped around her, securing her in a comforting embrace. Her heart fluttered for a moment, a rush of uncertainty washing over her, until the haze of sleep lifted, and she recognized the familiar contours of the room.

Slowly, her gaze traveled to the source of the warmth beside her, and a serene smile graced her lips as she saw Reid's peaceful slumber. The sight of him, his features softened in sleep, stirred a surge of affection within her.

She lingered in the quietude of the moment, allowing herself to admire the man who had become her husband. His chiseled features, the subtle rise and fall of his chest with each breath—he was a portrait of serene beauty, and a