Norella pov
The soft glow of dawn seeped through the curtains, casting a gentle light on the room. I stretched, savoring the warmth of the blankets and the remnants of a peaceful night's sleep that lingered in my muscles. Jason lay beside me, his chest rising and falling in a rhythm as steady as a heartbeat. Careful not to wake him, I slipped out of bed, the cool floor sending a shiver up my spine as I tiptoed to the bathroom.
When I emerged, Jason was stirring. He sat up slowly, rubbing his eyes before his gaze met mine with a sleepy grin. "Morning."
"Morning," I replied, a smile spreading across my face. "Did you sleep well?"
He nodded, swinging his legs over the side of the bed with a satisfied sigh. "Like a log. You?"
"Same," I said, gathering my hair into a loose ponytail. I wan
