*Virginia* The first rays of morning light filter through the curtains, casting a warm golden glow across the room. I blink, slowly waking from a deep sleep, and immediately feel the comforting weight of Caleb beside me. My heart skips a beat as I turn to face him, finding his gaze fixed on me with an intensity that sends a flutter through my stomach. “What is it?” I ask, my voice still heavy with sleep. I can’t help but wonder what he’s thinking, why he’s looking at me so intently. There’s a softness in his eyes, but also a hint of disbelief, like he’s witnessing something extraordinary. “I’m just trying to figure out if last night was a dream,” he says, his voice low and gravelly, sending shivers down my spine. “You know, when you said you love me.” I can’t help but giggle at his ser

