I woke up feeling warm and fuzzy inside. Stirred slowly as the sheets tangled around my legs. I reached out with a sleepy smile, expecting to feel Alexander beside me. But my hands met empty sheets. 

I could still smell traces of his perfume in the room as it filled the air with a hint of citrus and sandalwood. I sat up, brushing the loose strands of hair from my face as I glanced at the door, praying he would walk in. 

A soft frown creased my brow as I slipped out of bed and padded to the ...