Chapter 33
Hurt
(Axel’s POV)
The morning sunlight streamed through the bedroom window, casting golden streaks across the sheets. I woke up slowly, the warmth of her body pressed against mine, her back nestled into my chest.
Maya.
She was here.
In my arms.
And for the first time in my life, I felt complete.
I didn’t move at first. I just lay there, breathing her in. The soft scent of her shampoo. The gentle rise and fall of her breath. My arm tightened around her waist, and I kissed the curve of her bare shoulder.
She stirred slightly, letting out a soft sigh as her lashes fluttered open.
“Morning,” I whispered, smiling.
She didn’t say anything right away. Just gave a small nod and then turned her face away. I blinked. Maybe she was just tired.
I didn’t want to overthink it. No
