Lauren
The first thing I noticed when I woke up was warmth.
The kind that sinks deep into your bones, the kind that lingers in the air, making it thick and heavy. My body ached in a way that left no room for confusion, and when I shifted slightly, the soreness between my legs confirmed what my hazy mind was already piecing together.
Oh. Oh no.
I inhaled sharply, the scent of sweat, musk, and him filling my nose.
Alexander.
My heart leaped into my throat, and I froze, eyes wide as I turned my head. There he was, lying beside me, his bare chest rising and falling with deep, even breaths. His dark hair was a mess, a sharp contrast against the pillow. The sheet barely covered his hips, and I had a very inappropriate flashback of what was underneath.
God.
I swallowed hard, trying to ign
