Elara’s POVI stirred to life, wrapping myself in the warmth of his embrace, content. My body was heavy, yet in a nurturing way, as if nothing outside this moment had any significance. A soft sensation with a gentle rhythm flowed across my shoulder: first soft, like a whisper of wind, then I recognized the rough texture of a fingertip tracing slow, delicate designs on my skin.A sleepy smile oozed across my face. I didn't need to open my eyes to know it was Andrew. The peculiar warmth of his touch, the regular rise and fall of his chest behind me, and the overwhelming pine and earth fragrance were all the reassurance I needed.I burrowed deeper into his chest, my head still spinning, and his arm pulled me closer to him, tighter, as if he wanted more of me, and his fingers stilled the playful patterns they'd been tracing."You're awake," he whispered, his deep voice rumbling through his chest, and something inside of me sizzled."Uhmmm," I replied, my voice muffled against his neck.I
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