Chapter Seven

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:49:24 +0000

A soft beam of sunlight filtered through the sheer curtains, warming my skin. My eyes fluttered open, slow and heavy, my body feeling sore and strangely weighted. I blinked a few times, trying to take in my surroundings — unfamiliar sheets, a faint musky scent, and the gentle rhythm of someone breathing beside me.