_Aaron's POV_
As I left my study that late night, exhaustion tugged at my weary frame. The weight of my unanswered questions about Elena bore down on me, but I knew I needed rest to continue my pursuit.
I made my way to our bedroom, where Pandora lay in peaceful slumber. The soft moonlight spilled through the curtains, casting a gentle glow on her pretty face. I couldn't help but lean down and press a tender kiss to her forehead, silently vowing to protect her with my life.
Careful not to wake her up, I gently slid into bed beside her. The soft sheets enveloped us, and the warmth of her presence was a soothing balm to my restless soul. Gently, I wrapped my arms around her, drawing her closer to me, as if to shield her from the shadows that had crept into our lives.
Her breathing remai
