Nicole I woke up to the warmth of Giovanni's embrace, his hands wrapped snugly around my waist. As I turned to face him, I was met with the most perfect sight of his sleepy face. His eyes were still half-closed, his eyelashes fluttering slightly as he began to stir. His hair was mussed, sticking up in every direction, and his stubble was a little longer than usual, giving him a ruggedly handsome look. I couldn't stop myself from staring. His lips looked so soft and inviting and just then, it curled into a gentle smile as he sensed my gaze. His eyes slowly opened, revealing those piercing blues that seemed to see right through me. He looked… adorable. Yes, that's the only word to describe him at that moment. Adorable. The usual intensity in his eyes was replaced with a soft, sleepy one,

