Chapter 40

*Alyssa*

The afternoon sun spilled through the curtains, casting a warm glow on the room. As I slowly awakened from my deep comforting slumber, the first thing I noticed was the intense gaze of Rurac, fixed upon me. His eyes sparkled with a mixture of relief and adoration, and it took a moment for my groggy mind to register that our reunion was not just a mere dream.

"Good afternoon, my love," He murmured, his voice hoarse from sleep. "Is it all real? Are we truly together again?"

Rurac's smile widened, and he reached out to caress my cheek. "Yes, Alyssa, it's real. You're safe, and we're finally together."

A wave of emotion washed over me, as the weight of the past months' captivity lifted from my shoulders. I sat up, feeling the cool sheets slide off my body and rested at my hip, revealing my breast, and wrapped my arms around Rurac in a tight embrace. His familiar scent enveloped me, and I reveled in the warmth of his presence.

"I can't express how relieved I am to see you and be wi