Ayla POV

I open my eyes, sighing, still hugging Soren, even though I know we have to get up because he's leaving soon, I still don't want to leave his arms.

"Good morning, Ayla," Soren said, and I snuggled a little closer into his arms.

"Good morning, Soren," I replied.

Soren turned me over and kissed me. We kept our eyes open, making our connection even stronger. I can feel his emotions resonating inside me, just as I can see them in his eyes.

I let all my love overflow in that kiss, I opened my heart, my mind and my soul to Soren. Trusting him completely. When the kiss...