Cruel Clarity

KIERA'S POV

The morning light streamed through the curtains, casting a soft glow on Gael’s face. I lay there, snuggled against him, feeling an uncharacteristic sense of warmth. For a moment, everything felt... normal. Like maybe, just maybe, this could mean something.

He stirred, and I watched as he sat up, rubbing his face before swinging his legs over the edge of the bed. He started to gather hi