Stephen's POV

As the sun peeked through the curtains, I slowly opened my eyes and realized I was wrapped up in Eric's embrace. His head rested on my chest, rising and falling with each breath he took. A smile crept across my face as I basked in the warmth of his body against mine.

I brushed a lock of his hair away from his forehead, admiring the way the sunlight danced on his face. At that moment, I realized just how lucky I was to have him in my life. Waking up next to him ...