BESTIAN'S POV 

I woke up before dawn, the darkness outside my window a stark contrast to the warmth and comfort of my bed. But I couldn't sleep, not when I had a mission to accomplish. Today, I would make breakfast for Ciara. I had told the cook to leave breakfast to me to prepare, so he would not come in the morning.

I tossed off the covers and swung my legs over the side of the bed, my feet dangling in the air. I rubbed the sleep from my eyes, yawned, and stood up, stretching my arms over my head. A quick shower and dressing later, I made my way...