Tobi’s POV
I woke long before Lila.
The weight of her body tucked gently against mine, the sound of her steady breath, the warmth of her skin—gods, it felt so right. Like something I hadn’t dared to hope for anymore. I stared at the ceiling, willing myself not to move, not to ruin this. I couldn’t believe we’d been apart for five months. It wouldn’t happen again. I wouldn’t let it. I needed her like I needed air.
It was a risk, slipping into bed beside her last night instead of taking the couch. But I hadn’t been able to stay away. And now, with her in my arms, I didn’t regret it for a second.
She stirred.
I froze.
Lila shifted, pressing herself deeper into me in her half-awake haze, her body molding to mine like it belonged there. My heart thudded in my chest. She turned slowly, her
