Safe in His Arms

Cal's POV

I open my eyes to see the room is swallowed by the quiet, heavy shadows of the night. But for once, the darkness doesn't feel threatening or cold. Instead, a rich, comforting scent wraps around me—warm coffee and dark chocolate, deep and inviting. I take a slow, cautious breath, letting it fill my lungs. For the first time in as long as I can remember, I don't wake up with a sudden jolt