As the first rays of dawn painted the sky in hues of gold, the tranquil atmosphere inside the cabin began to stir. Slumber gradually released its hold on our weary bodies, and we emerged from the realm of dreams into the embrace of a new day.
With the twins still nestled in their slumber, their tiny chests rising and falling rhythmically, I turned my attention towards creating a mish mash of breakfast from whatever I could find in the cupboards. Soon, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingled with the scent of breakfast.
Nikolai was the first to join me, his towering presence filling the room. His silver eyes gleamed with a mix of determination and weariness. "Morning, love," he murmured, pressing a soft kiss to my temple. "What's on the menu?"
I grinned, flipping a pancake with practi
