C42 Confronting Feelings

Lilliana's POV

The morning sun peeked through the curtains, casting a warm glow across the bedroom. I

slowly opened my eyes, blinking away the remnants of sleep. As my vision cleared, I found

myself gazing at the peaceful, slumbering form of Nathaniel beside me. A strange flutter stirred

within my chest, a sensation I couldn't quite place.

Carefully