C24 Chapter 24 - Comforting the mate

I awoke to the chirping of birds on the windowsill. I checked my watch instantly. It was 5 am, still quite early.

I turned my head towards the lovely sound, usually, the windows remained closed for security reasons. I wondered who opened it.

"Good morning dear," Lucian's voice called out from across the room.

Startled slightly, I turned towards the source of his voice