Anna awoke to the soft hum of Jaden’s alarm. The quiet beep was almost a relief after the suffocating silence of the night. She remained still, her eyes half-lidded as Jaden rolled out of bed and began his morning routine.
Her heart hadn’t stopped racing since their confrontation hours ago. The way he had stared at her, his calm exterior masking a storm of suspicion—it was a moment she couldn’t erase. Every step he took now seemed deliberate, every movement a reminder that he was always a step ahead, always watching.
As Jaden adjusted his tie in the mirror, Anna slipped out of bed. Her bare feet brushed the cool floor, and she made her way to the closet to grab her robe. She felt his eyes on her before he spoke.
“Still restless?” Jaden asked, his tone neutral but his gaze probing.
“I’m
