CHAPTER 195

Early the next morning, Serena woke up feeling refreshed and well-rested. As she began to awaken, she suddenly felt a sharp, intense gaze. Her instincts kicked in, and she opened her eyes wide.

Without fully realizing what she was doing, she instinctively clenched her fist and threw a punch forward.

In an instant, Serena saw Declan sitting beside her bed, his gaze fixed intently on her. Her reflex