The morning sunlight filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow across the bedchambers. Elena stirred, her body instinctively seeking the warmth of Kaden's embrace. His muscular arm tightened around her waist, pulling her closer, their bare skin intertwined beneath the silken sheets.

"Good morning, my love," Kaden murmured, his voice still husky with sleep. His lips brushed against the nape of her neck, eliciting a contented sigh from Elena.

"Mmm, good morning," she replied, turning to face him, her fingers tracing the chiseled lines of his jaw. "How did you sleep?"

"Like a pup by your side," he chuckled, his eyes shining with adoration. "You are my peace, Elena."...