Chapter 157

Alaric was out cold. Callista managed to move him onto the couch without waking him.

But even in his sleep, he instinctively clung to her waist, holding on tight like he was afraid she'd disappear if he let go.

Callista didn't dare move, worried she'd wake him.

But Alaric just kept pushing his luck. He rested his head on her lap, found a comfortable spot, and drifted off again.

Callista lowered he