As dawn broke, the sun slowly rose over the sea, casting golden rays through the gaps in the sheer curtains, filling the room with a warm glow.
"Mmm..."
Yasmine slowly opened her eyes, trying to adjust to the blinding light, only to find herself staring into Xavier's gray-blue eyes.
"Good morning, beauty."
He had apparently been watching her for a while, waiting for her to wake up. He gently kissed her forehead and tenderly smoothed her tousled hair.
"Morning," Yasmine mumbled groggily, her throat dry and body sore.
Suddenly, the wild memories of the previous night flooded back, making her fully awake as a blush spread across her cheeks.
Instinctively, she pulled back, raising the blanket higher to discreetly cover her flushed face.
The atmosphere was a bit awkward.
