As Elyssa’s heavy eyelids fluttered open, the world began to emerge from a murky haze. Soft, diffused light poured in from the open window, casting a gentle, amber glow across the room.
A wince escaped her lips and her eyes dimmed, trying to accommodate the light pouring in. Her hair was scattered all over the pillow and sleep marks drew patterned marks on her face.
Her body felt heavy and sore like she’d been working out nonstop for a week. She instinctively try to shift, but a lingering grogginess restrained her.
“Morning sunshine,” A soft voice broke through the silence, barely audible at first, as her ears adjusted to the surrounding soundscape.
The next thing she felt was wet, soft lips on her forehead. Groaning, she mustered the strength to turn, only to see the naked figure of L
