The morning after the vow renewal, Maya woke to the sound of birds singing and the warmth of Knox's arm draped across her waist. The sunlight streamed through the window, painting golden patterns across the walls. She lay there for a moment, savoring the peace, the joy, the certainty that she was exactly where she was supposed to be. She could hear the soft rustle of leaves outside, the distant sound of a truck on the highway, the steady rhythm of Knox's breathing. Everything felt right. Everything felt perfect. The weight that had been pressing down on her chest for so long was gone, replaced by a lightness that made her feel like she was floating. She could feel the warmth of his skin against hers, the steady beat of his heart, the gentle rise and fall of his chest. She never wanted to l
