Soft morning light streamed through the wide windows of Arthur’s mansion, spilling golden stripes across the elegant, quiet bedroom. Zoe slept peacefully, her hair fanned out over the pillow, the white sheets tracing the gentle outline of her body. Arthur had been awake for a while, simply watching her, a serene smile playing at his lips.

He leaned closer and lay down beside her. His soft kisses brushed her shoulder, then her cheek, making her stir with a sleepy murmur, eyes half-open.

“Mmm…” Z