Next Morning~Alpha chamber

Hazel was sleeping peacefully while Noah was watching her sleep

Noah's eyes were filled with a soft, tender light as he gazed at Hazel's serene face. Her chest rose and fell with each gentle breath, her lips slightly parted in a peaceful smile.

He brushed a strand of hair behind her ear, his touch feather-light, not wanting to disturb her. His heart swelled with love and adoration, his thoughts filled with gratitude for this moment, for her presence in his life. He whispered, his voice barely audible.

"You're so beautiful, Hazel. Inside and out." His eyes never left hers, drinking in the sight of her tranquility, his...