Stephanie's POV:
The day passed faster than I could comprehend. One moment, I was busy, and the next, the clock struck midnight. I switched off the lights, rolled the curtains closed, and sank into my bed.
Though exhaustion weighed heavily on my body, sleep refused to come. My thoughts were consumed by Alex, the way he carried himself, and the coldness he exuded. But I knew I needed to rest; the next day’s training wouldn’t wait for my sleeplessness. I closed my eyes tightly, determined to will myself into slumber.
A knock startled me.
My eyes flew open. Who could that possibly be at this hour?
Reluctantly, I pushed back the covers and shuffled toward the door. The hallway light seeped faintly under the doorframe, casting shadows in the corners of my room. I unlocked the door and open
