Chapter 74

The next morning kicked in, and Grace woke up with a smile lingering from a dream that painted the night with beauty. But reality nudged its way in. She could recall being in the garden with Adam. After that, she didn’t remember much.

Rubbing her eyes, she couldn’t help but wonder what happened last night and how she ended up in the bed. Perhaps Adam had carried her to their room.

Grace scanned the room, expecting to find Adam but came up empty. Deciding not to waste the morning, she rolled out of bed and freshened up.

As she descended the stairs, Zayan popped up seemingly out of nowhere, grinning. “Good morning, sleepyhead!”

Grace chuckled at her brother’s antics. “Morning, Brother Zayan. What’s got you so cheery?”

Zayan shrugged, “Just woke up on the right side of the bed, I guess. Ready for breakfast?”

Grace nodded, “Yup. Lead the way, cheerful one.” They made their way to the hall, laughter echoing in the morning air.

In the hall, as Gra