Alaia’s POV
I opened my eyes, looked at my watch, and couldn’t help the smile that came over my face. I can’t remember the last time I slept twelve hours. Apparently, my body knew something my mind was unwilling to recognize. I clearly needed some good, uninterrupted rest. This is the first time in a long time that I have woken up feeling rested, recharged, and ready to go. It’s truly amazing what sleep will do for someone, but also what it does to someone when they don’t get enough. Looking back on the last week or so, I suspect how I have been reacting is at least in part because I haven’t been taking care of myself and getting the rest I need.
As I lay there, stretching out my muscles before getting out of bed, I feel Iris stirring in my mind. She stretches along with me, then sits up
