I woke up to the sound of a bird chirping outside my window, its song bright and cheerful. It was early morning, and the light filtering through the stained glass windows was just beginning to illuminate the room.
My eyes fluttered open, and I inhaled deeply, allowing the fresh air to permeate my lungs. Today was the day, the day I'd been waiting for since forever.
After breakfast, I headed downstairs to see Aiden waiting for me in the living room. He looked at ease, his posture relaxed, his features serene. His eyes met mine, and a smile spread across his lips.
"Good morning, beautiful," he greeted me with a wink. "Are you ready?"
The corners of my mouth curved upward. "Ready for what?"
"Today is the day we embark on our journey to Athens," Aiden answered, his smile widening. "I'm so
