The first ray of sunlight filtered through the curtains and Andrian stirred awake, his eyes fluttered open. A mischievous smirk spread across his face as he witnessed the unexpected sight before him. Emily, who had been so persistent about keeping her distance, now clinging to him as her pillow. Her arms draped over his chest. Her face was now completely relaxed, her guard completely down.

He impulsively reached out and brushed her hair from her face, to get a clear view. He flinched when ...