-Octavia-
I woke up early in the morning to find Valerio still deeply asleep beside me. His strong arm was wrapped around me, holding me close. I couldn’t believe I was here with him. For the first time in my life, my heart felt overflowing with happiness, all thanks to him.
I couldn’t help but lie there, admiring my handsome mate. He usually looked so serious, but as he slept soundly, he appeared relaxed and at peace. I slowly reached out, tracing my fingers along his face, from his chin and jawline to his neck, where a small scar lay, and down to his shoulder and chest, where three long scars marked his skin.
I gently followed the contours of these marks when suddenly his grip on me tightened, drawing me even closer. Valerio lowered his head to my neck and inhaled deeply, sending a
