Alexander's POV
I open my eyes slowly, squinting them as they adjust to the light filtering into our room. I can't help the groan that comes out as I stretch, only to grab a pillow and cover my face with it. I hear a soft chuckle and know immediately that my beautiful mate is awake as well.
"It's not nice to laugh at the love of your life you know," I say to her as I pout. She can clearly hear the pout in my voice though because she starts laughing even louder and harder. "You're not nice this morning, my love."
"Aww, Alex. Don't pout, babe. Look at me, please." I slowly pull the pillow off my face and look up at her. She sighs. "Look, I know you aren't looking forward to this and that it will be hard, but we need to do this. You won't be alone. I will be with you every step of the way
