Chapter 45

Mena

The morning light entered the window as it did every morning, and I woke up. Alessio who was still asleep, had his arms around me.

It was a first. I had never seen him sleep, better yet, he was never in the room by the time I would wake up.

I couldn't help but smile as I studied his peaceful face, listening to his soft snores. He looked so innocent in his sleep, like he couldn’t do any person harm.

It was no wonder he was tired. I couldn’t keep counts of the rounds we had throughout out the night. I was certain my whole body ached, but it was worth it.

I had no regrets, and it was worth every moment, every touch. Alessio had shown me what it meant to enjoy it. With Anson, I would die inside hoping it would soon be over—but with Alessio, I never wanted it to end.

The way he took care of me, made me feel like I was something special and voiced it out loud, did something to me.

Not wanting to let go of him, I nuzzled closer and buried my head in his neck.

Unfortunately he had sens