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CHAPTER 67 AXEL I woke up to the heavenly aroma of bacon sizzling in the pan, my stomach growling in anticipation. Stretching my arms, I swung my legs over the side of the bed and planted my feet firmly on the ground. The soft hum of the refrigerator and the gentle clinking of dishes guided me to the kitchen. That's where I found Alethea, her slender figure moving with grace as she expertly flipped the bacon. "Morning," I said, my voice husky from sleep. She turned, a warm smile spreading across her face. "Morning, Axel." The tension between us was still palpable, a lingering reminder of our uncertain relationship status. We'd been tiptoeing around each other, unsure how to navigate these uncharted waters. Yet, Alethea's attempt at normalcy was endearing. I ambled over to her, my ey