Chapter: 1368

So, they lay together in peaceful silence, both fully awake.

Gradually, the calming scent of the aromatherapy began to lull Alicia toward sleep. Resting her cheek against Caden's chest, she found his steady heartbeat soothing, a gentle rhythm that eased her into sleep.

In her drowsy state, Alicia felt Caden's fingers caress her face. She barely opened her eyes. She murmured his name, "Caden."

He looked down at her, his eyes warm with affection. "Yeah?" he responded.

Alicia gently patted his hand to comfort him. “Your grandmother's going to be fine. Don't worry."