The first rays of dawn slipped quietly through the floor-to-ceiling windows of the beach villa, washing the room in a soft golden glow.
Outside, the endless ocean breathed peacefully.
The waves rolled onto the shore in a slow, gentle rhythm, while distant seabirds welcomed the new day. The island seemed almost reluctant to wake them, as if even nature wished to protect the peace they had finally found.
Inside the bedroom...Everything was still.
The white curtains swayed gently in the morning breeze, carrying the fresh scent of the sea into the room.
Rafael was the first to stir.His eyes opened slowly, adjusting to the warm sunlight.
For a few seconds, he simply stared at the ceiling, feeling an unfamiliar calm settling over him.
Then...He felt a gentle warmth resting against his chest.
Lowering his gaze, he found Aria sleeping peacefully in his arms.
