Chapter 64 The morning light streamed in through the open balcony door, spreading across the room. The sea whispered against the rocks, a constant and calming sound. Rafael woke up, lying on his side, his naked body pressed against Maitê’s, his arm around her waist and his hand resting on her soft belly. The black bikini and lace mask were lying on the floor near the bed. He didn’t move, just watched her. A warm feeling filled his chest, one of love and certainty. Gently, he ran his fingers through her hair, brushing a few strands away from her face. Maitê stirred, murmured something unintelligible, and slowly opened her eyes. When she saw his face so close, smiling at her in a way she hadn’t seen in so long, she smiled back. "Good morning…" she whispered. "Good morning, my love," he replied in a soft, affectionate tone. He kissed her forehead, then the tip of her nose, and finally her lips in a slow kiss. "Did you sleep well?" "The best sleep of my life. And you?" "As if I had
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