Catalina shifted onto her side, her eyes gradually opening as she shook off her drowsiness. Blinking to adjust her vision, her gaze landed on Manuel's concerned expression hovering above her. A smile naturally brightened her face.
"Have I been asleep for long?" she inquired, her voice still laced with sleepiness as she released a contented yawn, her hands stretching out.
"It's been a couple of hours, my dear," Manuel responded, his own smile gently shaping his lips.
“Oh wow!” she exclaimed as she sat up. “Why do you have that face though? Did something happen?” she asked with a furrowed brow.
Manuel's expression softened as he leaned in, gently pressing his lips against her forehead. "You've been out for nearly three hours, and it had me incredibly worried, my love," he whispered. His
