Cornered by Suspicion

Alaric's POV

The slow rise and fall of her chest indicates she is deeply asleep. She fell asleep in my arms. I tighten my grip on her and slowly stand. I walk to her bed, gently lay her on it, and cover her with the duvet.

I take one final look at her, kiss her on the forehead, and whisper how much I love her.

As I leave her room, I can't stop thinking of our moments together and the words she whi