CYPRIEN'S POV Pain pulsed behind my temples before I was fully awake. A dull, relentless throb settled at the base of my skull, making me wince as consciousness slowly seeped back in. I groaned and tried to push myself upright, only to discover that something heavy was pinning me in place. Frowning, I twisted my shoulders, trying to free myself. But whatever was draped over me tightened in response, accompanied by a soft, sleepy moan. The sound made my temples pulse harder. I forced my eyes open. For a brief, disoriented moment, I simply stared at the unfamiliar ceiling overhead before lowering my gaze. An arm was draped across my chest. A leg lay heavy over mine, while another body curled against my side. Tangled hair spilled across the mattress. The room reeked of cheap perfume,

