Chapter 61

(Luna's POV)

I woke up with a surge of energy, a smile effortlessly stretching across my lips as I basked in the gentle warmth that enveloped me. My fingers brushed against the soft sheets, the sensation sending a shiver of contentment down my spine. The bed felt different this morning, as if it held a secret that I was yet to uncover.

Rolling over, I let my hand roam across the expanse of the bed, searching for that familiar presence that had become a constant in my life. But the space beside me was empty, a stark reminder that Max was no longer there.

My smile wavered for a moment, replaced by a flutter of curiosity. Where had he gone? It wasn't like him to disappear without a word, especially after last night. The memory of our shared moments flooded back, the tender kisses and lingering touches that had sent my heart racing.

As I propped myself up on my elbows, I glanced around the room, half-expecting him to walk through the door at any moment. But the room remained still, the on