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I became aware of a blissful feeling. The kind that makes everything seem wonderfully hazy and warm. I realised I was being held by someone, and I opened my eyes to see Thale sleeping soundly next to me. He looked so peaceful. This was not something I really associated with him, but right now, that’s how he appeared to be.

I stayed still in his arms, enjoying the opportunity to study him freely. I traced each feature with my eyes, marvelling at the contours of his eyes, the angular line of his jaw, and the fullness of the lips that I had suddenly found myself addicted too.

He had been beautiful to me before, there was no doubt about it. But now it went beyond that for me, it was as if he was divine.

The change in his breathing told me he was rousing, and I eagerly waited for his green eyes to reveal themselves.

As he blinked and took a moment to take in my image, a sleepy almost boy-like smile crept onto his face.

“Good morning Sophia, wer