Mason's POV

I woke up with a kind of peace I haven’t felt in a long time. The sunlight was barely peeking through the curtains, but the warmth beside me was far more comforting than anything the sun could offer. Cassidy was still asleep, curled up beside me, her hair tousled and her breathing was soft and steady. I stayed still, just watching her for a moment, memorizing every tiny detail.

Last night felt like I had stumbled into a dream I never wanted to wake up from. It wasn't just the ...