Chapter 68: Morning Desires
(Charlotte's POV)
I woke to the faint rustle of fabric and the subtle sound of boots against polished wood flooring. For a moment, I remained still, the warmth of the soft bedding cocooning me. The lingering warmth of Alexander’s embrace from last night still clung to my body, making me reluctant to open my eyes and leave the sanctuary we’d momentarily created together.
Pine and winter.
His scent enveloped the room, sharp yet soothing—a mix of dominance and safety that sent my wolf, Cora, stirring lazily within me. His presence always felt both heavy and comforting, demanding yet reassuring. And then the realization struck me—he was already up.
Peeling my eyes open, I found Alexander standing before the full-length mirror, straightening his formal Alpha
