Danielle's POV
As I stirred awake in the soft morning light, a bittersweet awareness settled over me. Today was the day Tyler would embark on a journey with uncertainties hanging in the air. I turned to reach behind me, expecting to find the comforting presence of Tyler, but the space beside me was empty.
A frown tugged at the corners of my lips. Strange, I thought. He's probably with the twins or dealing with some last-minute pack issues. Pushing the thought aside, I swung my legs out of bed, feeling the cool floor beneath my feet.
Padding across the room, I made my way to the en suite bathroom. The mirror reflected my image, and my gaze settled on the marks on my neck – remnants of the passionate night we shared. A soft smile graced my face at the memory.
God, I was lucky to have
