Nuru's POV
The morning sun streamed through the windows and outside I could hear servants busy with their tasks. Adrian's side of the bed was neatly made and I felt around it and it was cold. He had been gone for a while.
I felt for my phone below my pillow, and I had my answer.
I had overslept, a rare occurrence that had me rushing to get dressed. I had not missed breakfast with the rest of the family since we arrived. This was my first time.
Why hadn't Adrian woken me up?
As I hurriedly entered the dining area, I was met with an unexpected sight. I wasn't alone.
Adrian's mother, Eleanor, sat at the table, elegant, a stark contrast to my disheveled appearance. She looked up from her plate of fruits and smiled warmly. "Good morning, Nuru. I saved you a seat and a plate."
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