"Time to wake up, doll." Alec murmured; a gentle hand pressed against my shoulder.  

"No." I groaned, grasping at the warmth that remained in bed.  

My source of heat was coming from the other man in my bed, the one who curled his arms around my waist, nuzzling his face into my hair with a content groan. The heat seemed to radiate from the twins in waves, and I noticed the thin sheen of sweat that coated my body. Kade smelled of citrus and wood, a crackling bonfire, comfort and safety. His scent lulled me into sleep, only for Alec's voice to tug me into awareness.  

"We have a long day ahead of us, doll." Alec chuckled lowly, another gentle shove to my shoulder.  

I mustered up the strength to open my eyes, giving Alec a half-hearted glare. Kade snored softly, his dark lashes fanned out against his cheeks. All signs of stress and anger had been wiped from his face, making him look peaceful and angelic. Kade groaned