VEILED TENSIONS

The next day, Mark called Amelia that very morning. She heard her phone ringing, but she wouldn't answer because she was too exhausted. The events of the previous day had drained her, and all she wanted was a bit more rest. The phone continued to ring, filling the room with its sound, but Amelia just let it go to voicemail. She was too tired to deal with anything at that moment.

Beside her, Alexander was already awake, watching her with a soft smile on his face. He leaned over and kissed her gently on her forehead, his touch tender and full of affection. The kiss woke her up more fully, and she slowly opened her eyes to see him smiling down at her.

"Good morning, my queen," he whispered, his voice filled with warmth and love.

Amelia smiled sleepily at him, her eyes still heavy with sleep. She stretched out, trying to shake off the last bit of tiredness that clung to her. As she did, Alexander moved in closer, kissing her on the lips.

Amelia laughed softly, trying to pull away. "I hav