The following morning

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The dulcet sunlight poured in through the window blinds, making its way to the sleeping figure on the bed.

Liam groaned and opened his eyes to the sunlight before bringing his hand over his eyes to shield them.

“Good morning.”

Liam was startled awake by the unexpected voice in the room, which was unusual for a morning in his life. He looked to his left and saw Cornell sitting on a chair, a book in front of his face.

Liam jogged his eyes around the room and discovered it was not his.

“My apologies for flabbergasting you. Last night my mother brought you here and took care of you,” Cornell said, setting the book down on his lap with a smile on his face that was not only beautiful to look at, but also made Liam feel fresh and at ease in the morning, which he rarely got to experience.

“Good morning!” Liam greeted Cornell.

“Breakfast is ready, and you'll find everything you need in the bathroom to freshen up. Then you will be able to see us at the breakfast table," Cornell state