The Price of Envy

When Valerie slept, she had the habit of curling up into a ball. Alaric's heart would ache every time he saw her like that.

In these days of being together, he noticed her occasional moments of relaxation. Deep down, Valerie was gradually accepting Alaric. For instance, she would move closer to him while sleeping, finding his warmth comforting.

However, Valerie never mentioned her past, especially