Morning crept in unobserved—golden light seeping by the curtains, stroking rumpled bedding and soft, steady breathing. The world outside awakened with the sounds of a new morning, but in their sanctuary, time stood still.Lily slowly awakened, her eyelashes feathering against Vandaulf's chest. His arm crossed over her waist, fingers still encircling where they'd bunched the night before—in fierce, protective grip. His warmth enveloped her, grounding her in the here and now. The feel of him—his skin, his scent, the thrum of his heartbeat—was the softest armor she'd ever experienced.For the first time in years, she did not awaken in terror.No screaming.No shadows.No Ina clawing her way up.Just peace.She breathed in slowly, her nose against his skin, lips tracing over his collarbone."Watching you sleep again?" Vandaulf's voice was rough, muffled by her hair. His fingers released on her hip. "Third time this week."Lily laughed against his chest. "That's because you're cuter sleepi
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