The sun hasn't risen when I open my eyes, but I know it must be close to doing so.

Levi sleeps next to me. He has one arm outstretched for me to use as a pillow and with the other he holds me around the waist. His breathing is slow and rhythmic. His body, which is tilted in my direction, emanates a warm current that fills my skin with a delicious sensation.

Unable to help myself, I linger for a while, watching his sleeping figure. The way the muscles relax in the ...