Chapter 46

Georgina West

As the sun streamed through the curtains, painting the bedroom in hues of gold, I stirred awake, a contented smile playing on my lips. I felt the warmth of Archer's body beside me, his arm draped protectively over my waist. It had been a long time since we had shared such intimate moments, and I relished the feeling of being close to him once again.

"Good morning, sleepyhead," Archer murmured, his voice husky with sleep as he pressed a tender kiss to my forehead.

I chuckled softly, turning to face him with a playful glint in my eyes. "Good morning to you too, Mr. Grumpy," I teased, poking him gently in the ribs.

Archer's lips twitched with amusement as he feigned offense. "Mr. Grumpy? I'll have you know that I'm the picture of happiness and bubbliness," he declared with mock anger.

I laughed, shaking my head in amusement. "Of course, darling. That frown that is always resting on your face is a frown of happiness," I quipped, punctuating my words with exaggerated air quot