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Saïda's POV:

I stirred in my sleep very early the next morning when I felt someone softly caress my face.

I weakly opened my eyes to see an all dressed up and washed Asahd.

"I'm off to work. Wanted to see you first." I heard him say softly. I was so sleepy, I could hardly keep my eyes open.

"Mm, okay."

He smiled a little and kissed my forehead before leaving. I closed my heavy eyes and went back to sleep.

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Later that morning, I woke up ...