The next morning, Gwen woke up alone in bed. Sitting up, he saw a robe at the foot of the bed. Sliding through it, she left the room and found Alexander showered, enjoying a cup of coffee while talking on the phone. He motioned for her to sit down and she joined him at the small table, pouring herself a cup of coffee.Looking out over the beach over her coffee, Gwen marveled at how different the view was compared to New York. She could even get used to it, she thought to herself.When he ended the call, Alexander placed the phone on the table. “You look beautiful this morning.”Shaking her head, Gwen hid behind her coffee cup and blushed. She didn't feel pretty this morning; he felt completely normal.“Don't hide your beauty, Gwen, use it,” he urged. Alexander gently brushed her face with his hand as he tried to reassure her that she was indeed beautiful.She looked at him and laughed, not sure how to respond, which was a strange feeling for her. With her bright red hair and pale skin
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