The first rays of morning light spilled across the villa, stretching their golden fingers over the white walls, terraced gardens, and the sparkling infinity pool. Elena woke to the soft chirping of birds, the gentle hiss of the ocean waves far below, and the warm press of Adrian’s chest against her back. Her eyes fluttered open, blinking at the sunlight filtering through the sheer curtains.Adrian, still half-asleep, murmured something incoherent, his arm tight around her waist. Elena smiled, nestling closer, feeling the steady rhythm of his heartbeat beneath her fingers. She’d never imagined mornings could feel like this — quiet, unhurried, and entirely theirs.Finally, she shifted slightly to glance at him. His silver eyes, still heavy with sleep, met hers, and a lazy smirk tugged at his lips. “Morning,” he murmured, his voice rough yet velvety.“Morning,” Elena replied softly, brushing a strand of hair from her face. “Sleep well?”“Better than usual,” he admitted, stretching langui
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