. . . ELEANOR I slowly blinked awake, my eyes adjusting to the soft morning light filtering through the curtains. I felt a familiar warmth beside me and turned my head slightly to see Dante sleeping peacefully, his chest rising and falling in a steady rhythm. My cheeks flushed a deep pink as the memories of the previous night came rushing back—every touch, every gasp, every whispered word of desire. I felt the heat rise in my face, and I quickly covered it with my hands, trying to hide my embarrassment and excitement. Still, a smile tugged at my lips as I snuggled closer to him, wrapping my arm around his neck, my face pressing gently against his shoulder. I took a deep breath, inhaling his scent, a mixture of cologne, sweat, and something uniquely Dante. I closed my eyes, tryi

