(Sophie) I woke up slowly, my eyes still heavy from sleep. The sunlight was coming through the huge windows, and for a moment I forgot where I was. Then I felt Alexander's arm around my waist and everything came rushing back. Last night. Everything we did. The way he made me feel. I turned my head to look at him. He was still asleep, his face relaxed and peaceful. His hair was messy from sleep and from my fingers running through it. I could see the scratches I'd left on his shoulders, red marks that made my stomach flutter with satisfaction. God, what had gotten into me? I'd never been like that before. Never felt so free to take what I wanted. Alexander stirred and opened his eyes. When he saw me looking at him, he smiled that slow smile that made my heart skip. "Good morning, beaut

