When Edward opened his eyes, sunlight was streaming in through the window. When he glanced over at the bed, he noticed Cassandra sitting on a chair, arms crossed, observing him.

"I thought you were supposed to keep me awake?" she joked. Standing up to stretch, attempting to work out the kinks in his back and shoulders. He then walks and sits next to her on the bed.

"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to drift off to sleep, but at least you're fine now," he said, moving a piece of hair away from her face. He was about to kiss her when a voice interrupted him midway.

"Mommy." Akia's squeals were...