Chapter: 1146

She hadn't yet put aside all her reservations, but she wanted him to rest peacefully.

After all, it would only complicate things if he overexerted himself.

Caden slept deeply and dreamlessly, waking to bright daylight streaming in. He realized he'd slept for twelve whole hours.

Alicia had been awake for a while, but she couldn't move, bound by his arms around her waist, strong as iron. She had tried to wriggle free, but his hold only tightened, so she gave in, accepting the closeness.

Eventually, she shifted to face him, her eyes lifting to find him already watching her, dark eyes gleaming.