

Chapter Five


The morning sunlight filtered through the blinds in Aaron’s apartment, casting a warm glow across the room. Gracelynn stirred, the soft hum of the city outside reminding her of where she was. For a moment, everything felt calm, almost normal. Aaron lay beside her, his arm draped loosely across her waist. His hazel eyes were closed, his face relaxed in a way she rarely saw. But the peace was fleeting.