Chapter 164
Kaden
I woke up as the first light of dawn streamed through Candice's window, a routine I had grown accustomed to. Rising early and leaving my home by six o'clock was a regular part of my life, often spent engaging in tasks I hadn’t finished the night before.
In an instant, I lost my bearings, my mind racing behind my closed eyelids as I tried to understand why there was another person beside me. However, as soon as I opened my eyes, the internal confusion vanished, and the memories of the previous night rushed back.
Waking up with Candice in my arms felt like a dream come true. It was something I had longed for, and the reality of it brought an unexpected wave of relief. I turned my focus to the angelic figure nestled against me.
Candice was still peacefully asleep, as sh
