Aiden's heart was thundering in his chest.
Alina’s lips were soft, and her shaky breathe brushed against his face. Her arms held him tight. But the moment her eyes fluttered shut and her grip loosened, he knew...she had fallen asleep.
Her breathing became calm. Her lips were slightly parted as she lay there under him, looking peaceful… maybe too peaceful after everything that just happened.
He swallowed hard.
Sliding away gently, Aiden stood and watched her for a second; her hair was spread across the pillow, and her hands were still loosely curled at her side.
What just happened?
He ran a hand down his face, forcing himself to breathe. Then, without another glance, he turned and walked out of her room, quietly closing the door behind him.
His jaw was tight as he made his way downst
