The first light of morning filtered through the large windows, spilling across the marble floors and plush furniture of Dominic’s mansion. The house was quiet, except for the faint hum of the air conditioner and the occasional chirp of birds outside.
Izzy stirred under the soft covers, wrapped in the robe she had worn the night before. For a moment, she didn’t move, just listening to the peaceful sounds of the house. Dominic’s side of the bed was empty, but she could feel the warmth of where he had been.
She got up carefully, trying not to wake him, and walked to the large kitchen.
The sunlight made everything look almost unreal.… polished countertops, sleek appliances, a small breakfast setup already arranged: fresh fruit, croissants, and steaming mugs of coffee.
“Good morning pumpk
