Lingering Warmth

When Valerie woke up, she realized it was still early, and she was still nestled in Maximus' arms.

The sky outside had yet to turn bright, and the room was dark. She opened her eyes and waited for some time for her eyes to grow accustomed to the pitch-black surroundings before she could vaguely make out his facial features.

Afraid to wake him, she didn't dare to move. Instead, she merely raised he