Alexander's POV

Morning light filters through the curtains. I wake slowly.

Rachel is already awake. Sitting at her vanity. Her reflection glows. Radiant.

She turns. Sees me. Smiles.

"Good morning, darling. Today is special."

"Why?" I ask.

"Because today I'm finally healed. Completely." She walks to the bed. Sits beside me. Her hand trails across my chest. "Tonight will be very ...