Chapter 13
Jessa came awake slowly, feeling more rested than she had in months. Eli was spooned behind her, his hand resting on the curve of her hip. It felt sooo good to wake up in his arms. Opening her eyes, the clock indicated it was five in the morning. The wispy light of dawn was breaking over the mountains, heralding the sun’s arrival with faint streaks of gold and orange reaching into the sky.
She felt Eli shift behind her and then stretch, his body going taut for a second before relaxing against her again.
“Mmm. Time?” he asked in a mumble against her neck.
The feel of his lips on her skin sent a soft shiver through her. “Five.”
He didn’t move, but she felt him take a deep breath. “I have to get up. Fishing charter today.” His voice gained a touch of strength.
His hand stroke
