CHAPTER 87: AFTERMATH

ROWAN

I wake up to the gentle stroking of his fingers on my face.

Almost like soft feather touches, careful not to disturb me.

“Why aren't you sleeping?” I murmur as I turn into his chest, hiding my face into it.

“It is morning,” he whispers into my hair.

“So? After the hectic days we have had, I don't think a sleep in would be out of order.”

“True. You know, normally I would have been out of bed by now. Earlier than this. You make me lazy.”

“Is that a good thing or a bad thing?”

“Hmm, ask me that question with your eyes open.”

I lean back before opening my eyes to look up at him.

“Is that a good thing or a bad thing?” I repeat.

“Hmm, definitely a good thing. How can it be anything but, with those beautiful eyes of yours looking at me. I honestly wouldn't mind waking up like this.”

“You are cheesy,” I say with a giggle.

“That is your fault too,” he replies before leaning down to kiss me. “Good morning,” he whispers after he pulls away

“Good morning.”

“How do you feel? Did I… are you