GABRIELLA'S POV

As the morning sunlight poured through the curtains, its gentle warmth kissed my face, coaxing me awake.

I slowly opened my eyes, only to be greeted by the sight of Nicklaus, my beloved, planting a trail of tender kisses down my neck. A shiver ran down my spine as his lips glided along the delicate curve of my collarbone, leaving a tantalizing sensation in their wake.

"Ah, I see that you're awake," Nicklaus murmured softly, his breath warm against my skin. He hovered ...